November 14, 1915 – Booker T. Washington, educator and writer, died. November 15, 1881 – Payton Johnson patented swinging chair. November 16, 1981 – Pam Johnson named publisher of the Ithaca (NY) Journal, becoming the first African American woman to head a daily newspaper. November 17, 1980 – WHHM, the first African American- operated radio station, went on the air … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – November 14, 2024
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue November 14, 2024
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History was made…but for better or worse?
On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, history was made, though not the kind many were hoping for. In a stunning turn of events, Republican former President Donald Trump re-won the office of President of the United States over current Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris. Harris who had entered the race for President late in the election season and generated a lot of hype and … [Read more...] about History was made…but for better or worse?
Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘2024 Black and White Ball’
On Saturday November 2, 2024, the Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) held its "39th Annual Black and White Ball" at the newly redesigned Baird Center located at 405 W. Kilbourn Ave. As part of the organization theme, "Celebrating 105: Legacy and Impact," current GMUL President, CEO and host Dr. Eve M. Hall gave honors to the past presidents, Kenneth F. Little (1994-2002) and … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘2024 Black and White Ball’
Radio Milwaukee introduces ‘HYFIN Black Small Business Initiative’
Five businesses to share in $100,000 scholarship program HYFIN, a Radio Milwaukee station, is proud to announce the launch of the Black Small Business Initiative (BSBI), a groundbreaking scholarship program designed to support and empower black-owned small businesses in Southeast Wisconsin. The initiative was unveiled October 10, 2024, at HYFIN's 2nd Annual Anti- Gala … [Read more...] about Radio Milwaukee introduces ‘HYFIN Black Small Business Initiative’
Quincy Jones, music titan who worked with everyonefrom Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, dies at 91
By Hillel Italie Quincy Jones, the multitalented music titan whose vast legacy ranged from producing Michael Jackson’s historic “Thriller” album to writing prize-winning film and television scores and collaborating with Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and hundreds of other recording artists, has died at 91. Jones’ publicist, Arnold Robinson, says he died Sunday night at his … [Read more...] about Quincy Jones, music titan who worked with everyonefrom Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, dies at 91
The power of the black vote
An Editorial Message from Harold D. Turner, Sr.President & Publisher of The Milwaukee Times Weekly Newspaper Black people in America have shown the power of their voice in record numbers in the 2024 Presidential election. In fact, our people play a vital role in determining the outcome. There are many reasons for us to exercise the power of our vote: Equality in … [Read more...] about The power of the black vote
Vice President Harris hosts ‘When We Vote We Win’ rally
On Friday, November 1, 2024, Vice President Kamala Harris campaigned in Milwaukee, hosting a “When We Vote We Win” rally and concert as a part of the Harris-Walz campaign’s push to 'Get Out the Vote' through the end of early voting and leading up to Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, 2024. The Harris rally, held at State Fair Park in West Allis, included appearances by rapper … [Read more...] about Vice President Harris hosts ‘When We Vote We Win’ rally
Former President Bill Clinton meets Milwaukee faith leaders prior to election day
On Thursday, October 31, 2024, former President William "Bill" Clinton spoke at the Institute for the Preservation of African American Music and Arts, 3200 W. Hampton Ave., at an event targeting the city's faith leaders and encouraging early voting. Just five days from Election Day, it's a sign that the campaign is not taking any chances — working overtime to win over the … [Read more...] about Former President Bill Clinton meets Milwaukee faith leaders prior to election day
Newest green schoolyards at MPS include two microforests
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) now has 31 "green schoolyards," with the opening of five more this fall. For the first time, two of them feature microforests, a worldwide trend with roots in Japan. And one of the schools is the site of the largest redevelopment— by far—since the first MPS green schoolyards opened as a pilot project in 2018. At all of the five new green … [Read more...] about Newest green schoolyards at MPS include two microforests