Chadwick Boseman, star of “Black Panther,” died on Friday, August 28, 2020, after a four-year battle with colon cancer, his rep confirmed to Variety. He was 43. Before he was cast as the Marvel Studios superhero, Boseman’s career first exploded with his portrayals of Black American icons Jackie Robinson (in 2013’s “42”) and James Brown (in 2014’s “Get on Up”). “It is with … [Read more...] about Actor Chadwick Boseman, who played icon Jackie Robinson and T’Challa/Black Panther, passes at 43
Blake/Rice/Rittenhouse shootings: What is wrong with this picture?
After three days of protest over the shooting of Jacob Blake (lower, left and right photos) in Kenosha, WI, things had remained relatively peaceful (with the exception of some outside looters and rioters). That is until the night of Tuesday, August 25, 2020, when things turned deadly after Kyle Rittenhouse (right photo), 17, engaged in a scuffle with people near a car … [Read more...] about Blake/Rice/Rittenhouse shootings: What is wrong with this picture?
AABN culminates Black Breastfeeding Week with virtual ‘7th Annual Lift-Up Every Baby!’
On Sunday, August 30, 2020, for the 7th year in a row, the African American Breastfeeding Network, Inc., presented their annual "Lift-Up Every Baby," event. While traditionally the event is held with a group outdoors, this year due to COVID-19 the event was held virtually via ZOOM. The event broadcast live from Alice's Garden, 213 N. 21st Street, while more than 50 families … [Read more...] about AABN culminates Black Breastfeeding Week with virtual ‘7th Annual Lift-Up Every Baby!’
Iota Psi Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. & Skybox Bar hosts ‘The New Normal: Back-to-School Resource Fair’
On Saturday, August 29, 2020, the Iota Psi Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., and Skybox Sport Bar owners Royce and ToiLisa Lockett (top-left photo, left) hosted "The New Normal: Back-to-School Resource Fair," at Skybox Sports Bar, 2213 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. School supplies and educational resources that were donated by Iota Psi Sigma Chapter of … [Read more...] about Iota Psi Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. & Skybox Bar hosts ‘The New Normal: Back-to-School Resource Fair’
City of Milwaukee Health Department hosts back to school health fairs
On Monday, August 31, 2020, the City of Milwaukee Health Department hosted its annual "Back-to-School Fair" at four different locations in Milwaukee. At this location, Hopkins Lloyd School, 1503 W. Hopkins St., students were given school supplies, book bags, masks, and hand sanitizer along with community education materials. The Health Department partnered with United Way of … [Read more...] about City of Milwaukee Health Department hosts back to school health fairs
John Thompson Jr., the first Black coach to win the NCAA championship, dies age 78
John Thompson Jr., the first Black basketball head coach to win the NCAA National Championship, died at his Arlington, Virginia, home on Sunday, August 30, 2020, according to his family. He was 78. Thompson had been suffering from multiple health challenges, a family source said. The cause of death is unknown. He was surrounded by family and friends when he passed … [Read more...] about John Thompson Jr., the first Black coach to win the NCAA championship, dies age 78
Commissioner Kowalik will return to Washington D.C. to join renowned health policy organization
Dr. Jeanette Kowalik has been the Commissioner of Health for the City of Milwaukee since September 2018. She returned to her hometown to help the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) during a time of crisis. During her tenure, she was able to stabilize the health department, reorganize and reconnect the city to community, regional and state public health partners, and led … [Read more...] about Commissioner Kowalik will return to Washington D.C. to join renowned health policy organization
Now is NOT the time for photo ops
By Gwen Moore Much was said during the Republican National Convention by Republicans three and a half years ago. But the more I listened to all that talk, all those speeches, I felt like I must be living in a dream because the actions we’ve born witness to and continue to suffer from since Donald J. Trump took office are anything but what was “spoken about” in those … [Read more...] about Now is NOT the time for photo ops
A tactical wartime education
Another atrocity takes place in the USA. An African American male is brutalized in some fashion by the police. This script has gotten old. This time the deed took place in Kenosha, WI. Jacob Blake was shot seven times in the back by police. Do you see a pattern here? How many of these stories have you heard in the last few months? This script was old five hundred years ago. The … [Read more...] about A tactical wartime education
Kids Eat Right Month (Conclusion)
In celebration of Kids Eat Right Month, this entire month you have been encouraged to eat and cook healthier. Encouraging healthier meals does not have to sacrifice taste. The Mayo Clinic published an article outlining 5 tasty ways to tweak recipes for healthier eating. (1) Let’s look at a few: 1. Start fresh and stay positive. Nutrition experts often recommend starting with … [Read more...] about Kids Eat Right Month (Conclusion)