The grocery store chain confirmed Monday that five stores in Milwaukee County will close. On Monday, June 23, 2025, the parent company of Pick 'n Save announced it is closing five stores in the Milwaukee area. The impacted Wisconsin stores include: • 1735 W. Silver Spring Drive, Glendale • 3701 S. 27th Street, Milwaukee • 2355 N. 35th Street, Milwaukee • 2931 S. … [Read more...] about ‘Big inconvenience’: Shoppers react to Milwaukee-area Pick ‘n Save closures
This Week In Black History – June 26, 2025
June 26, 1975 – Samuel Blanton Rosser became the first African American certified in pediatric surgery. June 27, 1991 – Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall announced his retirement. June 28, 1864 – Fugitive slave laws were repealed by Congress. June 29 1886 – Photographer James Van Der Zee was born. June 30, 1921 – Charles S. Gilping awarded the Spingarn … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – June 26, 2025
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue June 26, 2025
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34rd annual Juneteenth MKE Freedom Ball celebrates young black scholars
On Friday, June 13, 2025, Northcott Neighborhood House, Inc. (NNHI), hosted its "34rd Annual Milwaukee Juneteenth Freedom Ball" at Harley Davidson Museum's The Garage, 500 W. Canal St. The Freedom Ball empowers the next generation by providing equitable access to higher education. Through community-driven financial support, NNHI awards scholarships that foster academic … [Read more...] about 34rd annual Juneteenth MKE Freedom Ball celebrates young black scholars
Atkinson neighborhood raises Juneteenth flag to kick off celebrations
On June 14, 2025, X-Men United, LLC. and Wisconsin Community Services (WCS) celebrated their 4th annual Juneteenth community flag raising event at Atkinson Triangle Park, where the flag will fly all year long. The park is on the annual Juneteenth parade route and the flag serves as a centerpiece for the route. In attendance was Mayor Cavalier Johnson, WCS President Clarence … [Read more...] about Atkinson neighborhood raises Juneteenth flag to kick off celebrations
Southeast Wisconsin joins nationwide ‘No Kings’ protests against Trump
Organizers estimated around 10,000 people attended the protest in Milwaukee. More than 50 known locations across Wisconsin came together to join the nationwide "No Kings" protests against President Donald Trump's second-term agenda on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The protests were held the same day as a military parade in Washington, DC, celebrating the Army's 250th … [Read more...] about Southeast Wisconsin joins nationwide ‘No Kings’ protests against Trump
Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. Milwaukee Chapter host 61st Founders’ Day in Milwaukee
On Saturday, June 14, 2025, Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. (TLOD) Milwaukee Chapter hosted the Area III North Cluster for the 61st Founders’ Day in Milwaukee at the Four Points by Sheraton Airport hotel. The Milwaukee Chapter was the host chapter for the first time since 2017. More than 200 members joined in the recognition of the organization's founding in Tyler, TX on … [Read more...] about Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. Milwaukee Chapter host 61st Founders’ Day in Milwaukee
Masculinity, mental health, and substance use
In many communities, men have been revered as the steadfast providers and protectors of their families. Societally, we hold a belief that men are the stronger sex— both mentally and physically. It’s hard not to notice that every uncle, cousin, brother, father, or grandfather has never shared a feeling of anxiety, stress, or the struggles that often accompany life’s challenges. … [Read more...] about Masculinity, mental health, and substance use
This Week In Black History – June 19, 2025
June 19, 1865 – Blacks in Texas were notified of Emancipation Proclamation, issued in 1863. “Juneteenth,” marks the event. June 20, 1953 – Albert W. Dent of Dillard Universaity was elected president of the National Health Council. June 21, 1945 – Col. Benjamin O. Davis, Jr., became first African American to command a U.S. Army Air Corps base. June 22, 1897 – … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – June 19, 2025
What Is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth commemorates the effective end of slavery in the United States Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, TX in 1865 to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. The troops’ arrival came a full two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth … [Read more...] about What Is Juneteenth?