In recognition of Black History Month, the African American Environmental Pioneer Awards 7th annual event is honoring those in Milwaukee's African American community working for a better environment. Nominees are chosen by previous honorees and event organizers. Awardees consist of community leaders ranging in scope from neighborhood to county-wide impact. The … [Read more...] about 7th Annual African American Environmental Pioneer Awards, February 16th, 2026
Brandi Carlile and Milwaukee’s Sista Strings Deliver Stunning Super Bowl performance
Grammy - winning artist Brandi Carlile took the field before kickoff at the Superbowl LX to perform "America the Beautiful," and was joined by two talented musicians from Milwaukee known as SistaStrings. Sisters Chauntee and Monique Ross received the life-changing call about two months ago that they would perform before billions of viewers worldwide at the Super Bowl on … [Read more...] about Brandi Carlile and Milwaukee’s Sista Strings Deliver Stunning Super Bowl performance
The Truth About What Happened to Charles Drew
Who was Charles Drew?Black physician Charles Richard Drew invented “blood banks.” He led blood plasma projects in the US and UK during WWII, but left due to a court requiring segregation of African American blood. On April 1, 1950, he died. EducationAfter earning his bachelor’s degree at Amherst in 1926, Drew couldn’t afford medical school. Morgan College, now Morgan State … [Read more...] about The Truth About What Happened to Charles Drew
Henry David Thoreau Elementary School Hosts ‘7th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Read In’
On January 30, 2026, in commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday. Henry David Thoreau Elementary School hosted their "7th Annual Read In." The theme for this year was: “Mission Possible II: Building Community, Uniting a Nation, the Nonviolent Way”. This year’s celebration included special guest readers from Delta Sigma Theta Inc. Student Council Ambassadors … [Read more...] about Henry David Thoreau Elementary School Hosts ‘7th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Read In’
Milwaukee County Unveils Mural, Plaque, and History Wall Honoring Marcia P. Coggs
On Thursday, February 5, 2026 at the Marcia P. Coggs Health and Human Services Center, 1230 W. Cherry St. County Executive David Crowley, in partnership with the Department of Health and Human Services and County Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones, hosted a historic mural unveiling, plaque installation, and history wall dedication honoring Marcia P. Coggs, Wisconsin’s first … [Read more...] about Milwaukee County Unveils Mural, Plaque, and History Wall Honoring Marcia P. Coggs
UNCF Milwaukee Hosts ’11th Annual Mayor’s Masked Ball’ Scholarship Fundraiser
The 11th Annual United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Milwaukee Mayor’s Masked Ball was held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Pfister Hotel, 424 E. Wisconsin, Ave.Hosted by the Honorable Mayor Cavalier Johnson, the Mayor’s Masked Ball raises scholarship dollars for local students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities supported by UNCF. Support is also provided … [Read more...] about UNCF Milwaukee Hosts ’11th Annual Mayor’s Masked Ball’ Scholarship Fundraiser
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue February 12, 2026
Click on the cover page image below to view or download the full paper PDF Link to image file↗ This issue features: UNCF Milwaukee hosts '11th Annual Mayor’s Masked Ball'; UNCF Milwaukee hosts '11th Annual Mayor’s Masked Ball'; Brandi Carlile and Milwaukee's SistaStrings deliver stunning Super Bowl performance; Burger King franchise group accused of hundreds of … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue February 12, 2026
Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month
The 2026 Black History Month theme is "A Century of Black History Commemorations," designated by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH). This theme marks the 100th anniversary of the first Negro History Week, initiated by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in 1926, celebrating a century of honoring African American history, culture, and … [Read more...] about Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue February 5, 2026
Click on the cover page image below to view or download the full paper PDF Link to image file↗ This issue features: Milwaukee Common Council tackles food desert crisis; Shorewood Greyhounds basketball; Raelynn Tribune turns 1 years old; MPS celebrates Black History Month; MPS reaffirms that all its sites are Safe Havens; How the Food Stamp “Junk Ban” is causing … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue February 5, 2026
MPS Celebrates Black History Month 2026
MPS) is celebrating Black History Month! Throughout February, MPS students will take part in projects and performances centered on the contributions of Black Americans. Join us for activities during the Black Lives Matter Week of Action, February 2–6, 2026. Black History Month is coming alive in Milwaukee Public Schools. Students and staff across the district are honoring … [Read more...] about MPS Celebrates Black History Month 2026