On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, Wisconsinites casts their ballots in the February primary. There was one statewide race on the ballot, along with some local school board races and referendums; and some races throughout the state for city, town and village offices. There were three people in the primary runing for state superintendent of public instruction. The incumbent, … [Read more...] about Wisconsin’s February 2025 primary election results
Milwaukee Co. judge gives MPS 10 more days to have cops in schools
Judge David Borowski ordered the district and city to split costs 50/50 for a school resource officer program and have officers in place within 10 days or face contempt of court A Milwaukee County judge did not hold back Monday, February 17, 2025, outraged over the Milwaukee Public Schools Board of School Directors missing another deadline to have resource officers back in … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Co. judge gives MPS 10 more days to have cops in schools
Remembering John A. Triggs
Sunrise: August 16, 1939 Sunset: February 5, 2025 John Triggs (1939-2025), born to sharecroppers in Canton, Mississippi, passed away on February 5, 2025. After moving to Milwaukee in 1955, he became the county's first African American wrestler and excelled in football. A dedicated member of Northwest SDA Church, John worked at Pabst Brewery until his retirement in the … [Read more...] about Remembering John A. Triggs
Five black female scientists everyone should know about
By: Grace Blackshaw Scrolling through a list of famous scientists, it’s pretty obvious science has a diversity problem. Galileo Galilei, Isaac Newton, Michael Faraday, Charles Darwin, Albert Einstein, Neils Bohr, Stephen Hawking – notice a pattern? It’s important to remember that not all scientists are white men – others just don’t make it into our textbooks nearly as … [Read more...] about Five black female scientists everyone should know about
Addressing stigma: Mental health conversations in black communities
By RISE Drug Free MKE Mental health stigma within black communities remains an on-going challenge, deeply rooted with historical trauma and systemic mistrust. The history of discrimination, along with cultural and socioeconomic factors, has contributed to a silence around mental health issues. Yet, within this complex story, there is also a rich tradition of resilience and … [Read more...] about Addressing stigma: Mental health conversations in black communities
Flu and stomach bugs are spreading fast—are you prepared?
Flu season is here, and with cases rising across the country, it’s more important than ever to take steps to protect yourself and your loved ones. The flu can spread easily, causing mild to severe illness and, in some cases, serious complications. Dr. Priya Soni, a pediatric infectious disease specialist at Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children’s Health Center in Los Angeles, shares … [Read more...] about Flu and stomach bugs are spreading fast—are you prepared?
This Week In Black History – February 20, 2025
February 20, 1934 – Four Saints in Three Acts, by Virgil Thompson and Gertrude Stein, premiered as the first black-performed opera on Broadway. February 21, 1965 – Civil Rights activist Malcolm X was assassinated in New York City. February 22, 1989 – Col. Frederick Gregory was the first African American to command a space shuttle mission. February 23, 1868 – W.E.B. … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – February 20, 2025
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue February 20, 2025
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St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care hosts Indaba African Ball
On Saturday, February 1, 2025, St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care hosted the annual Indaba African Ball at St. Ann Center Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave. Guests dressed in African and Caribbean-style attire walked the runway and enjoyed food and festivities at the event, kicking off Black History Month. There was live music, a basket raffle and an African marketplace, … [Read more...] about St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care hosts Indaba African Ball
Milwaukee Board of Supervisors celebrates Black History Month with program showcasing ‘African Americans and Labor’
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors held its annual Black History Month celebration during the February board meeting on Thursday, February 6, 2025, The meeting was kicked off with a program coordinated by the Board of Supervisors’ Black Caucus, in line with this year’s national theme of “African Americans and Labor.” It included a traditional libation ceremony and the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Board of Supervisors celebrates Black History Month with program showcasing ‘African Americans and Labor’