By: Frank James Imagine a person who has been in prison for twenty years being released. This person is free. Their debt to society has been paid. Imagine this person going back into the prison and locking themselves into their former cell without having committed a new crime. This makes no sense to any sane person. Yet, this is what many people in the world do daily. … [Read more...] about Being Frank: Freedom is A Change of Thought
Mount Pilgrim Celebrates With An All White Fellowship
On Saturday, April 11, 2026, Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church family celebrated an evening in white fellowship at the Four Point Sheraton North Hotel. The events theme was, "A Faithful people working together." The Master and Mistress of Ceremony were Rev. Kurt Boyd and Jackie Boyd. A warm welcome was given by Takita Jackson, and Deacon Arnaldo Rivas was in charge of … [Read more...] about Mount Pilgrim Celebrates With An All White Fellowship
Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones Sworn in for the 5th Year
Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones was officially sworn in on Monday, April 20, 2026, at the Milwaukee County Courthouse by the Honorable Lena C. Taylor, marking the start of her fifth year serving Milwaukee County’s 13th District. The ceremony reflected both legacy and leadership, as Judge Taylor—who has known Supervisor Coggs-Jones since childhood—administered the oath in … [Read more...] about Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones Sworn in for the 5th Year
Greater Milwaukee Urban League Hosts Annual Meeting, Celebrates Partnerships and Collective Impact
On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, the Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) recently convened its Annual Meeting, hosted by Spectrum, bringing together community leaders, civic dignitaries, businesses, board members, and local supporters to celebrate the organization's ongoing commitment to equity and empowerment across the Milwaukee community. This year's gathering centered on the … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League Hosts Annual Meeting, Celebrates Partnerships and Collective Impact
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue April 23, 2026
Click on the cover page image below to view or download the full paper PDF Link to image file↗ This issue features: Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts Annual Meeting; Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones sworn in for the 5th Year; Mount Pilgrim celebrates with an all White Fellowship; Being Frank: Freedom is a change of thought; America 250: Milwaukee Symphony … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue April 23, 2026
World-renowned Rust College A’Cappella Choir Performs in Milwaukee
The world-renowned Rust College A’Cappella Choir, directed by Dr. Karl E. Twyner, brought their remarkable voices on tour, stopping here in Milwaukee for three exciting performances. The first performance took Saturday afternoon, April 11, 2026, at Tabernacle Community Baptist Church, 2500 W Medford Ave. And two additional performances on Sunday morning at New Hope Missionary … [Read more...] about World-renowned Rust College A’Cappella Choir Performs in Milwaukee
Small Business Spotlight: Rust College A’Cappella Choir Shows Why Relationships are the Real Currency
By Launita Dawson In this week’s Small Business Spotlight, we’re broadening the conversation beyond storefronts and balance sheets to talk about relationships, pipelines, branding, and long-term investment—the same fundamentals that sustain successful businesses. I sat down in Milwaukee with Rust College A'Cappella Choir Director Dr. Karl E. Twyner, along with the Rust … [Read more...] about Small Business Spotlight: Rust College A’Cappella Choir Shows Why Relationships are the Real Currency
Dryhootch Hosts Fundraiser for County Executive David Crowley
On Wednesday, April 8, 2026, Otis Winstead (top left photo, left) owner of Dryhootch, a non-profit organization for veterans, sponsored a fundraiser for County Executive David Crowley, at the 502 Lounge. Milwaukee veterans came out in full force to help support the County Executive as he is making the push to run for Governor of Wisconsin. There are currently nine (9) … [Read more...] about Dryhootch Hosts Fundraiser for County Executive David Crowley
Brewers Unveil New “Wisco” City Connect Uniform Celebrating All of Wisconsin
The Milwaukee Brewers unveiled a redesigned City Connect uniform on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Shifting from a Milwaukee-focused design to one representing the entire state. The uniform is described as having a blue base inspired by Wisconsin’s lakes and rivers, a cream accent recalling Door County beaches and sandstone bluffs and a sunset gradient flowing through the “Wisco … [Read more...] about Brewers Unveil New “Wisco” City Connect Uniform Celebrating All of Wisconsin
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue April 16, 2026
Click on the cover page image below to view or download the full paper PDF Link to image file↗ This issue features: World-renowned Rust College A’Cappella Choir performs in Milwaukee; Dryhootch hosts fundraiser for County Executive David Crowley; Brewers unveil new “Wisco” City Connect uniform celebrating all of Wisconsin; Northwestern Mutual commits $3M to … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue April 16, 2026