In less than 10 hours, two separate fires broke out at Milwaukee apartment buildings, both without sprinklers, leaving 37 people displaced and injuring a firefighter and a resident. Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski took to X (formally Twitter), saying, "We need to stop sacrificing SURVIVABILITY for AFFORDABILITY." It's a conversation that started when five people were … [Read more...] about Local lawmakers push for sprinklers in apartments after weekend fires displaced 37
Nearly 1,500 MPS students apply to college before they start senior year
More than 1,500 High school juniors at Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) have met the June 1, 2025 deadline for applying early to college by using the free, simple M-Cubed Milwaukee Direct Admit form. In less than five minutes, students could apply to Milwaukee Area Technical College, the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee, or both. Students can go to mpsmke.com/directadmit to … [Read more...] about Nearly 1,500 MPS students apply to college before they start senior year
Experiencing at least 4 of these symptoms? You may have this autoimmune disease
Autoimmune diseases are some of the most misdiagnosed and misunderstood diseases out there. An autoimmune disease occurs when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells and tissues as if they were foreign invaders. This attack can lead to inflammation and damage to various organs and tissues. Autoimmune disease symptoms vary greatly depending on which part of … [Read more...] about Experiencing at least 4 of these symptoms? You may have this autoimmune disease
This Week In Black History – June 6, 2025
June 5, 1987 – Dr. Mae C. Jemison became the first black female astronaut. June 6, 1831 – First annual “People of Color” convention held in Philadelphia. June 7, 1917 – Poetess Gwendolyn Brooks, first African American to win the Pulitzer Prize in Poetry (in 1950), was born. June 8, 1953 – Supreme Court ruling banned discrimination in Washington, DC restaurants. … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – June 6, 2025
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue June 5, 2025
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The Milwaukee Brewers honor our service members with ‘Military Appreciation Day’
On Monday, May 26, 2025, the Milwaukee Brewers recognized the service and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes during their home game against the Boston Red Sox at American Family Field as part of their " Military Appreciation Day." The Brewers honored active-duty and veteran service men and women representing each of the six branches of the U.S. military. This special event was … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Brewers honor our service members with ‘Military Appreciation Day’
MATC graduates nearly 1,700 students at 2025 spring commencement
On Saturday, May 17, 2025, Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) hosted its 2025 Spring Commencement at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena. Nearly 1,700 students were eligible to receive associate degrees, technical diplomas, apprenticeship diplomas and adult high school diplomas. In addition, 28 candidates for graduation who have served in the U.S. military received red, white and … [Read more...] about MATC graduates nearly 1,700 students at 2025 spring commencement
Friends and family of Sade Robinson stand united for justice ahead of trial
More than a year after the death of 19-year-old Sade Robinson, the man accused of her murder, Maxwell Anderson, will stand trial this week in Milwaukee County. More than a year after the death of 19-year-old Sade Robinson, the man accused of her murder, Maxwell Anderson, will stand trial this week in Milwaukee County. Robinson, a criminal justice student at Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Friends and family of Sade Robinson stand united for justice ahead of trial
Milwaukee health officials push back on latest RFK comments about MPS lead crisis
Milwaukee's health department said Friday, May 23, 2025, U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., "continues to misstate the facts" about an ongoing lead crisis in several of the city's public schools. Kennedy appeared on CNN Thursday night for an interview segment and was asked about the federal response to the findings of dangerously high lead levels in at least nine … [Read more...] about Milwaukee health officials push back on latest RFK comments about MPS lead crisis
MATC graduation marks a milestone for one graduate and his life-long mentor
Saturday, May 17, 2025 was a pivotal occasion in the life of Michael Jefferson. He walked across the graduation stage for Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, earning a degree in Electronic Engineering. But his milestone is more than an academic achievement—it's the culmination of a journey marked by struggle, resilience, and unwavering … [Read more...] about MATC graduation marks a milestone for one graduate and his life-long mentor