By the time voters in the City of Milwaukee elected Cavalier Johnson as mayor during a special election on April 5, 2022, about half of the 100 largest U.S. cities by population had already elected an African American mayor, according to the U.S. Census Bureau; but the inauguration of Mayor Johnson on April 13, 2022 still represented what Mayor Johnson described as a … [Read more...] about Making History: Top executive positions in Milwaukee are now all held by African American men
Bishop Charles Henry McClelland celebrates elevation to General Board for The Church Of God in Christ
On Thursday, March 24, 2022, the Wisconsin Northwest Jurisdiction celebrated Bishop Charles Henry McClelland's elevation to General Board for The Church Of God in Christ COGIC, which is the largest Pentecostal denomination in the United States. The celebration was held at The Pfister Hotel Grand Crystal Ballroom, 424 East Wisconsin Ave. The keynote speaker was the Presiding … [Read more...] about Bishop Charles Henry McClelland celebrates elevation to General Board for The Church Of God in Christ
Michelle Obama’s brother sues elite Milwaukee school claiming racism
Former President Barack Obama's brother-in-law and sister-in-law have filed a lawsuit against an elite private school in River Hills. Craig Robinson, and his wife Kelly, filed their lawsuit against the University School of Milwaukee (USM). It alleges that the school expelled the couple's two young sons after the Robinsons raised concerns about racial and socio-economic … [Read more...] about Michelle Obama’s brother sues elite Milwaukee school claiming racism
MPS reinstates face mask mandate
Face masks were optional at Milwaukee Public Schools for one full school day. The school district announced Tuesday April 19, 2022, that masks will once again be mandatory for students and staff in all district buildings. The policy took effect Wednesday, April 20, 2022 . In a news release, the district said the decision was made after determining a significant spread … [Read more...] about MPS reinstates face mask mandate
Newly elected Milwaukee Mayor Johnson and family take in Easter Brewers game
On Sunday, April 17, 2022, the newly elected Milwaukee mayor Cavalier Johnson, his wife Dominique, and children celebrated Easter Sunday at the Brewers game at American Family Field to watch the Brewers defeat the St. Louis Cardinals 6 - 5. Happy Easter to Milwaukee's new First Family. … [Read more...] about Newly elected Milwaukee Mayor Johnson and family take in Easter Brewers game
Meditations for the Easter Season (Week 3)
“He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: ‘The Son of Man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.’” - Luke 24:6-7 This Week’s Meditation: Jesus Is Risen! Luke 24:1-12 Jesus died in Jerusalem when the procurator of Judea was Pontius Pilate; at the same time … [Read more...] about Meditations for the Easter Season (Week 3)
A Supreme Court for all of us
By Jacquelyn D. Heath Special to The Milwaukee Times The Supreme Court of the United States of America was established by Article III of the Constitution in 1789 and assembled to hear its first case in 1790. There was nothing in the Constitution then specifying the prescribed race or gender of those individuals qualified to serve as Supreme Court justices. However … [Read more...] about A Supreme Court for all of us
Major airlines drop mask mandate after federal judge rules against it
Just hours after a Florida judge struck down a federal mask mandate on planes and other forms of public transportation, major airlines announced Monday, Aprl 18, 2022, that they will no longer require face coverings on domestic flights. The U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will also stop enforcing the mandate for now: A Biden administration official told … [Read more...] about Major airlines drop mask mandate after federal judge rules against it
Outreach Community Health Centers announces Angela C. Sanders, Psy.D., as Interim President and CEO
Outreach Community Health Centers (OCHC) is pleased to announce that Angela C. Sanders, Psy.D, the current Chief Clinical Officer for OCHC has been appointed as interim President and Chief Executive Officer effective immediately. Dr. Angela Sanders has assumed the role of President and CEO on an interim basis from Constance Palmer, who has taken an extended leave of absence … [Read more...] about Outreach Community Health Centers announces Angela C. Sanders, Psy.D., as Interim President and CEO
Three key steps for first-time home buyers
For those considering home ownership for the first time, it may seem as if there’s a long list of details to tackle once the search begins. However, before potential buyers even start looking at homes, there are three important steps to take. The first step is getting your finances in order. Checking your credit rating and getting pre-approved for a loan are crucial. A good … [Read more...] about Three key steps for first-time home buyers