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AKA’s Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter celebrates ‘7th Annual AKA Day at the Derby’
On Saturday, May 3, 2025, the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter, in partnership with the Diamond Jubilee Pearls Foundation, hosted their "7th Annual AKA Day at the Derby" in celebration of the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby. The signature event brought together community members for an afternoon filled with elegance, entertainment, … [Read more...] about AKA’s Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter celebrates ‘7th Annual AKA Day at the Derby’
Northcott Neighborhood House partners with Summerfest to celebrate Juneteenth at the Maier Festival Park
On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, Northcott Neighborhood House and Milwaukee World Festival announced that Juneteenth celebrations on King Drive will partner with Summerfest this year—creating a day-long celebration of freedom and unity across Milwaukee. The traditional Juneteenth festivities will remain on King Drive from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., but this year will feature a special … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House partners with Summerfest to celebrate Juneteenth at the Maier Festival Park
Milwaukee youth launch powerful ‘We Ain’t on That’ PSA to combat peer pressure
A coalition of local organizations is empowering Milwaukee teens to take a stand against negative influences through a new youth-led Public Service Announcement (PSA) campaign launching across the city. The Credible Messenger group, which includes organizations like Running Rebels, has created a powerful new PSA titled "We Ain't On That," developed by young people for young … [Read more...] about Milwaukee youth launch powerful ‘We Ain’t on That’ PSA to combat peer pressure
City of Milwaukee replaces thousands of lead service lines
It's part of a larger program to replace 65,000 service lines by 2037. Milwaukee Water Works announced Tuesday, May 13, 2025, that it has replaced 10,000 new lead service lines. City leaders said this marks a milestone in a much larger project to keep Milwaukee's drinking water clean. By the year 2037, the city of Milwaukee said it's planning to replace the remaining … [Read more...] about City of Milwaukee replaces thousands of lead service lines
GMUL hosts ‘S.T.E.A.M. ‘n2 Careers Youth Summit’ at Discovery World
On Friday, May 9, 2025, the Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) along with Kohler Co. and SC Johnson, partnered to present the "S.T.E.A.M. 'n2 Careers Youth Summit" at Discovery World Science and Technology Museum. The one-day summit connected students with professional and educational opportunities in science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (S.T.E.A.M.) and … [Read more...] about GMUL hosts ‘S.T.E.A.M. ‘n2 Careers Youth Summit’ at Discovery World
What I wish I knew: The truth about preterm birth for black women
In the world of maternal healthcare, few voices resonate with as much urgency and clarity as that of Dr. Kim Bruno. A healthcare provider with 17 years of experience, Dr. Bruno has transitioned from private practice to Sera Prognostics’ Associate Director of Medical Science Liaison, where she bridges science, medicine, and patient education. Her mission: to make preterm birth … [Read more...] about What I wish I knew: The truth about preterm birth for black women
This Week In Black History – May 15, 2025
May 15, 1820 – U.S. Congress declared foreign slave trade an act of piracy, punishable by death. May 16, 1927 – William Harry Barnes became the first African American certified by any American surgical board. May 17, 1954 – U.S. Supreme Court declared segregation in public schools unconstitutional in Brown v. Board of Education decision. May 18, 1896 – In Plessy vs. … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – May 15, 2025
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue May 15, 2025
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Black Child Development Institute – Wisconsin hosts 2nd annual gala
On Thursday, May 1, 2025, the Black Child Development Institute - Wisconsin (BCDIWI), held its 2005 gala – titled “Building Literacy, Empowering Futures," as they celebrated the power of literacy to transform the lives of children across Wisconsin, at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center, 509 W. Wisconsin Ave. The nonprofit focuses on improving the quality of life of black children … [Read more...] about Black Child Development Institute – Wisconsin hosts 2nd annual gala