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August 31st, 2026

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Sade Robinson killer found guilty

A Milwaukee man has been found guilty of killing and dismembering a 19-year-old college student on their first date. On Friday, June 6, 2025, Maxwell Anderson, 34, was convicted of first-degree intentional homicide, dismembering a corpse, arson and hiding a corpse in connection with the April 2024 death of Sade Carleena Robinson, the Associated Press (AP) and local outlet … [Read more...] about Sade Robinson killer found guilty

Spann Foundation celebrates 22nd Annual Scholarship Brunch

On Saturday, May 24, 2025, The Spann Foundation celebrated its 22nd Annual Scholarship Brunch with an “All White Affair” at the Four Points by Sheraton-North Shore, 8900 North Kildeer Court. The Spann Scholarship Foundation was established by Dr. Wilma Spann, a retired MPS administrator, to honor the life and legacy of her late husband, Rev. James W. Spann, II, and their … [Read more...] about Spann Foundation celebrates 22nd Annual Scholarship Brunch

Sly Stone, visionary funk frontman of the Family Stone, has died at age 82

Sly Stone, the remarkable, eccentric frontman, singer, songwriter and producer of his family group, Sly & the Family Stone, died in Los Angeles on Monday, June 9, 2025. The musical icon had been battling lung disease, according to a statement provided by his family. He was 82. "While we mourn his absence, we take solace in knowing that his extraordinary musical legacy … [Read more...] about Sly Stone, visionary funk frontman of the Family Stone, has died at age 82

Indaba Bandshell kicks off 2025 free summer musical concerts

On Wednesday, June 4, 2025, just under 200 people gathered at the Indaba Bandshell, where Esquires II kicked off the Indaba Nights free summer concert series at St. Ann Center’s Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave. In traditional African culture, Indaba refers to a gathering to resolve issues affecting the village, where each individual has a voice and where there is a common … [Read more...] about Indaba Bandshell kicks off 2025 free summer musical concerts

This Week In Black History – June 12, 2025

June 12, 1963 – Medgar W. Evers, civil rights leader, was assassinated in Jackson, MS. June 13, 1967 – Thurgood Marshall nominated to the U.S. Supreme Court by President Lyndon B. Johnson. June 14, 1864 – Congress ruled that African American soldiers must receive equal pay. June 15, 1913 – Dr. Effie O’Neal, first black woman to hold an executive position in the … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – June 12, 2025

New Horizon Center grand opening and ribbon cutting marks new chapter

A powerful new chapter began on Thursday, May 29, 2025, as New Horizon Center, Inc., and Catherine Early Childhood Development Center celebrated their grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony at 2709 N. 32nd St., located within The Community Within the Corridor development. The event brought together city and county leaders, community members, and supporters for an … [Read more...] about New Horizon Center grand opening and ribbon cutting marks new chapter

Barbara Goodman celebrates a very special Mother’s Day reunion

On Sunday, May 11, 2025, Barbara Goodman celebrated a very special Mother's Day when she was reunited with her biological siblings including brother Kenneth Morse; and sisters Debra Brister and Jacqueline Blackwell. The Mother's Day reunion began a few years earlier during Thanksgiving, when in conversations with her granddaughter, LaToya Goodman, Barbara revealed that … [Read more...] about Barbara Goodman celebrates a very special Mother’s Day reunion

There’s another phishing scam going around, Wisconsin DMV warns

There's another phishing scam going around that consumers should be aware of, according to the Wisconsin Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). In this latest scam, scammers who are pretending to be from the DMV are sending texts that attempt to get people to click on fraudulent links, or reveal their personal information. Consumers should be on the lookout for texts that … [Read more...] about There’s another phishing scam going around, Wisconsin DMV warns