The new virtual school year has begun, and MPS has supports for students and families who are embarking on online learning. Find the help you need for a successful school year! Answers to many questions can be found on the MPS website or the MPS School Reopening website. For questions about your child’s progress, grades, homework, and classroom procedures, contact your … [Read more...] about MPS offers support systems during virtual learning
Ascension St. Joseph opens emergency department for pregnant women
Beginning this week, Ascension St. Joseph, 5000 W. Chambers St., Milwaukee, WI 53210, will become the first hospital in Milwaukee to offer a new 24-hour OB Emergency Department (OBED) dedicated to pregnant women. The four-bed OBED is staffed with seven board-certified OB/GYNs through the OB Hospitalist Group to provide care for pregnancy-related emergencies and to diagnose … [Read more...] about Ascension St. Joseph opens emergency department for pregnant women
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue September 10, 2020
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Actor Chadwick Boseman, who played icon Jackie Robinson and T’Challa/Black Panther, passes at 43
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