Fifteen people were shot in 48 hours, according to police officials City leaders, in a show of unity, gathered for a news conference Thursday, June 27, 2024 condemning a violent string of shootings in Milwaukee. In 48 hours, there were 15 people shot. One adult died, and three of the victims were under the age of 10. On Thursday morning, a 1-year-old was shot in a … [Read more...] about ‘We are better than this’: City leaders condemn string of Milwaukee shootings
Let the people be heard: Should blacks celebrate the 4th of July?
Source: The Huston Defender.com Asked to deliver remarks about the 4th of July to residents of his hometown, Rochester, NY, Frederick Douglass didn’t mince words. On July 5, 1852, during that 76th anniversary of all things red, white and blue, Douglass made plain his answer to the question, “Should blacks celebrate America’s independence,” saying: \“What, to the … [Read more...] about Let the people be heard: Should blacks celebrate the 4th of July?
For summer reading, check out MPS Reads book lists
What’s a good way to keep children busy over the summer? Reading. Sharing books together as a family or curling up with an exciting story can help keep reading skills and vocabulary sharp over the summer. Students who read in their free time are shown to be better readers, have a larger vocabulary, score higher on tests, and have greater content knowledge. Summer slide is a … [Read more...] about For summer reading, check out MPS Reads book lists
Find affordable summer child care and enrichment with Milwaukee Recreation
This summer, Milwaukee Recreation is operating full day child care and enrichment programming at nearly 70 locations. Prices and ages vary per site, with offerings available to youth ranging from grades K3-12. Each site promotes creativity, expands knowledge, and offers a safe place for young people to engage in cultural, recreational, and academic activities. View our full … [Read more...] about Find affordable summer child care and enrichment with Milwaukee Recreation
This Week In Black History – July 4, 2024
July 4, 1900 – Trumpeter Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong, jazz pioneer, was born. July 5, 1892 – Andrew J. Beard patented rotary engine. July 6, 1957 – Althea Gibson won women’s singles title at Wimbledon, becoming first African American to win tennis’s most prestigious award. July 7, 1948 – Cleveland Indians signed pitcher Leroy “Satchel” Paige. July 8, 1943 – Faye … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – July 4, 2024
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue July 4, 2024
Click on the cover page image below to view or download the full paper PDF … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue July 4, 2024
Northcott Neighborhood House celebrates ’53rd Annual Juneteenth Day’
On Wednesday, June 19, 2024, Northcott Neighborhood House presented the "53rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration Parade and Festival" from N. 14th St. and W. Atkinson Ave. to N. MLK Dr. and W. Locust St. Milwaukee is home to one of the longest – held Juneteenth Day celebrations in the United States. June 19, 2024 marked the 53rd anniversary of the local event to commemorate … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House celebrates ’53rd Annual Juneteenth Day’
Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts scholarship and laptop awards presentation
On Wednesday, June 12, 2024, The Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosted its annual "Scholarship and Laptop Awards Presentation" event at Milwaukee County Zoo Peck Welcome Center. Nearly 100 area high school graduates headed to college this fall received $1,000 scholarships and/or laptops as well as backpacks loaded with additional necessities from Greater Milwaukee Urban League. … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts scholarship and laptop awards presentation
RNC 2024 Milwaukee: Security zone impacts city, residents
2024 Republican National Convention will bring significant changes to the city, from road closures to restricted access; here's how RNC will impact Milwaukee The U.S. Secret Service unveiled the security perimeter for the Republican National Convention, which will take place in Milwaukee from July 15-18, 2024. The perimeter encompasses the area surrounding Fiserv Forum, … [Read more...] about RNC 2024 Milwaukee: Security zone impacts city, residents
114 MPS educators recognized by MMABSE as 2024 Teachers of the Year
Congratulations to the 165 Milwaukee-area educators who were named Teachers of the Year by the Metropolitan Milwaukee Alliance of Black School Educators (MMABSE). The organization prioritizes equitable educational opportunities for all children. The award winners, who were chosen for their dedication to providing a high-quality, equitable education to all students, were … [Read more...] about 114 MPS educators recognized by MMABSE as 2024 Teachers of the Year