Every time we speak with the team from the University of Wisconsin – Madison All of Us Research team at the Center for Community Engagement and Health Partnerships in Milwaukee, they tell us how researchers need our help to change the future of medicine. The program is inviting at least one million people across the U.S. to help build one of the most diverse health databases in … [Read more...] about From Dr. No to Dr. Know: The Importance of Community Scientists
This Week In Black History
March 3, 1865 Freedman’s Bureau established by federal government to aid newly freed slaves. March 4, 1965 Bill Russell of the Boston Celtics honored as NBA most valuable player for fourth time in five years. March 5, 1770 Crispus Attucks becomes one of the first casualties of the American Revolution. March 6, 1857 U.S. Supreme Court issues … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue March 3, 2022
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Milwaukee Urban League and Lands’ End donate boots to Auer Avenue student
The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (MUL), in partnership with Lands’ End, donated 172 pairs of boots for the total student population at Auer Avenue Elementary School, under the leadership of Principal Dr. Zanetta Walker. This project was spearheaded by MUL’s Community School Coordinator, Kimberly Bikulcius, and MUL’s Education Manager Thomas McCreary. Pictured at the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League and Lands’ End donate boots to Auer Avenue student
Voice of the Fatherless Child announces new ‘WANT’ community engagement initiative
On Wednesday, February 16, 2022, Voice of the Fatherless Child (VOTFC) held a press conference at 310 W. Wisconsin Ave., to call on community leaders and agencies to join together with their resources to save lives. WANT (We Are Networking Together) joined together with public officials, community leaders, W2 agencies, healthcare professionals, and more to work with the entire … [Read more...] about Voice of the Fatherless Child announces new ‘WANT’ community engagement initiative
Pastor Oscar Elim’s celebrates 80th birthday
Members from the St. Peter’s Missionary Baptist Church held a luncheon in honor of Pastor Oscar Elim’s 80th birthday on Sunday, February 20, 2022 at the Woodlands Lund Circle in Menomonee Falls. The theme for this occasion was: “The Man, The Journey, The Legend of Pastor Oscar Elim." … [Read more...] about Pastor Oscar Elim’s celebrates 80th birthday
Kyle Rittenhouse plans to sue Whoopi Goldberg, others for ‘lies’ about him
Kyle Rittenhouse said he plans to sue Whoopi Goldberg, other celebrities and media companies for what he said are "lies" about him. A Kenosha County jury ruled in November 2021 that Rittenhouse acted in self-defense when he shot three people, killing two during the unrest in Kenosha in August 2020. Rittenhouse told Fox News Channel he launched a media accountability … [Read more...] about Kyle Rittenhouse plans to sue Whoopi Goldberg, others for ‘lies’ about him
GOP-controlled Wisconsin Assembly votes to break up MPS
Milwaukee's top leaders are responding to a Republican plan to take over Wisconsin's largest school district. Some lawmakers want to turn the Milwaukee Public School system into several smaller districts. About 200 MPS juniors and seniors spent Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at a career fair focused on trade jobs. "Events like this is what supports our students," … [Read more...] about GOP-controlled Wisconsin Assembly votes to break up MPS
African American Suffragists (Week 3)
IDA B. WELLS BARNETT (1862-1931) Suffragist Ida B. Wells Barnett is in the spotlight for this week. The Black Women’s Suffrage(1) indicates pioneering investigative journalist, civil rights activist, suffragist and feminist Ida B. Wells-Barnett was born enslaved in Holly Springs, MS, in July 1862 during the American Civil War. When the war ended and the Reconstruction … [Read more...] about African American Suffragists (Week 3)
Plan to fund, build $42M Milwaukee juvenile detention center in limbo
The Wisconsin Senate unanimously passed legislation to fund and build a new youth detention facility in Milwaukee. It would replace Lincoln Hills Juvenile Prison in northern Wisconsin. Hours before the vote, reporters asked Assembly Speaker Robin Vos if the assembly would vote on the measure this legislative session. "Unlikely, as we look at it, it's definitely … [Read more...] about Plan to fund, build $42M Milwaukee juvenile detention center in limbo