Sickle cell disease impacts thousands every year, and people of color make up a large percentage of those affected. But more than 100 years after its discovery, treatment hasn’t come very far. So far, only three medications approved by the Food and Drug Administration are on the market. Juneteenth is recognized as the day slaves in Galveston, Texas, found out they were … [Read more...] about World Sickle Cell Day shines light on disease impact in minority communities
The truth about Black fatherhood
Stereotypes about Black fathers The stereotype of Black fathers as “absent” and Black children as “fatherless”— first introduced over 50 years ago—has, like many racial stereotypes, refused to die. In 1965, white sociologist and Assistant Secretary of Labor Daniel Patrick Moynihan published a report called The Negro Family: The Case For National Action. This report … [Read more...] about The truth about Black fatherhood
Milwaukee receives $3.8M for youth summer jobs
Now that Milwaukee is making progress to put the coronavirus pandemic in the rear-view mirror, Employ Milwaukee's president and CEO Chytania Brown and Mayor Tom Barrett want to make sure every Milwaukee youth who wants and needs a summer job has one. And they've got $3.8-million to make that happen. The money stems from the federal government and will allow Employ Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Milwaukee receives $3.8M for youth summer jobs
This Week in Black History
June 17. 1775 – Minuteman Peter Salem Fights In The Battle Of Bunker Hill. June 18, 1863 – The 54th Massachusetts Colored Infantry attacks Fort Wagner, S.C. June 19, 1865 – Blacks in Texas are notified of Emancipation Proclamation, issued in 1863. “Juneteenth,” marks the event. June 20, 1953 – Albert W. Dent of Dillard University elected president of … [Read more...] about This Week in Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue June 17, 2021
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Black Music Month: The Great Ladies of Jazz
You can't celebrate Black Music Month without mentioning the 'Great Ladies of Jazz.' They are the pioneers and inspiration for many of today's artists like Beyoncé and Chaka Khan. And their phenomenal voices have given us some of our most classic American songs, that are still sung by artists today. So let's learn more about our 'Great Ladies of Jazz. Ella … [Read more...] about Black Music Month: The Great Ladies of Jazz
Outreach Community Health Centers hosts U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin for ‘Maternal Round Table’
On Friday June 4, 2021, Outreach Community Health Centers (OCHC) hosted a Maternal Round Table with U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin at their 210 W. Capitol Drive location. The event included conversation with mothers, public health stakeholders, and community leaders on the need to reverse the trend of rising maternal mortality rates, lose health disparities that put Black, … [Read more...] about Outreach Community Health Centers hosts U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin for ‘Maternal Round Table’
Brew City Cowboys Resource Center hosts community barbecue and trail ride
On Saturday, June 5, 2021, the Brew City Cowboys Resource Center hosted a community barbecue and trail ride for members and friends of the organization. The cookout took place at the Paluso Guest Farm located in Kewaskum, about an hour north of Milwaukee. It was a day full of horseback riding, great food, and friendship. The Black Cowboys spent much of the time taking care of … [Read more...] about Brew City Cowboys Resource Center hosts community barbecue and trail ride
The Milwaukee Times hosts first ‘Summer Mixer’
The Milwaukee Times held its first Summer Mixer on Thursday, June 5, 2021 at Garfields 502 on a beautiful spring night and it was a huge success! More than 25 Black business owners and professionals including Kelli Macon of My Choice Wisconsin, Karen James of Creations & Design by KCJ, Kendrick Watkins, author and owner of So You Can Write Publications, LLC, and Arletta … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Times hosts first ‘Summer Mixer’
Fatherhood Strengthening (Week 2)
“Children are a blessing and a gift from the Lord.” - Psalm 127:3 The Pathways for Fathers and Families is a program sponsored by the Milwaukee County Department of Child Support Services which is dedicated to ensuring that all children are supported by both parents whenever possible, with the mission to promote family stability, creating a better quality of life for the … [Read more...] about Fatherhood Strengthening (Week 2)