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June 3rd, 2026

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Milwaukee Times hosts first-ever ‘Baskets of Hope: A Free Holiday Dinner Giveaway’

On Saturday, December 19, 2020, The Milwaukee Times Printing and Publishing, Co. hosted its first-ever "Baskets of Hope: A Free Holiday Dinner Giveaway," at the African American Women's Center (WAAC), 3020 W. Vliet St. Pictured above at the event are (top photo, from left) WAAC Executive Director Josephine Hill; Black Excellence Committee member Nobie Reed; Feeding America … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times hosts first-ever ‘Baskets of Hope: A Free Holiday Dinner Giveaway’

Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. hosts ‘5th Annual Holiday Dinner Giveaway’

On Friday, December 18, 2020, The Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI) hosted their "5th Annual Holiday Dinner and COVID-19 Safety Kit Giveaway," at the Issac Coggs Heritage Health Center, 8200 West Silver Spring Drive. In an effort to help feed those in need this Christmas, MHSI, MHS Health Wisconsin, Social Development Commission, Feeding America, Molina Healthcare, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. hosts ‘5th Annual Holiday Dinner Giveaway’

1,500 toys delivered to youth at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee

Generosity in action was on display on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 as Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee (BGCGM) treated 1,500 Club members with holiday gifts during their 2020 Holiday Toy Drive. Throughout the pandemic, BGCGM has been supporting Milwaukee’s youth with safe spaces, academic support, social emotional care, nutrition, and more. This time of year, … [Read more...] about 1,500 toys delivered to youth at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee

A holiday season gutted by the pandemic: we’re trying to ‘celebrate and grieve at the same time’

By: Frannie Carr Toth and Cloe Axelson We recently marked a new grim milestone in the COVID-19 pandemic: more then a quarter of a million Americans are dead, and the virus is raging. News of two vaccines offer hope, but even on an accelerated schedule, life as we knew it, according to the experts, is still a year away. These are dark times and we’re headed straight into a … [Read more...] about A holiday season gutted by the pandemic: we’re trying to ‘celebrate and grieve at the same time’

Milwaukee Fire Department announces new Deputy Chief Sharon Purifoy

The Milwaukee Fire Department (MFD) is proud and excited to introduce one of the newest Command Staff members, Deputy Chief Sharon Purifoy. A 17-year veteran of the MFD, Chief Purifoy is eminently qualified to fill this role, leveraging her Master’s Degree in Organizational Leadership and Administration and her experience in numerous pivotal leadership roles. Her promotion to … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Fire Department announces new Deputy Chief Sharon Purifoy

Judge rules for former MPD chief in suit against FPC

A Milwaukee County judge has ruled in favor of former Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales in his wrongful dismissal lawsuit against the Fire and Police Commission. According to online court records, the court reversed the decision of the board to demote Morales this past summer. Earlier this month, the city attorney admitted Morales did not receive due process when the … [Read more...] about Judge rules for former MPD chief in suit against FPC