More than 125 women and girls from the community joined roughly 50 members of the Milwaukee Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., for its first "Intergenerational Community Women’s Day" on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Epikos Church - Sherman Park, 3737 N. Sherman Blvd. Called "Women and Girls of Wisdom Growing in Grace," this event included health screenings, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosts first ‘Intergenerational Community Women’s Day’
MKE Police and Fire Intramural Basketball program hosts championship game
On Friday March 15, 2024 the Milwaukee Police and Fire Intramural Basketball championship game was played at the YMCA. The Milwaukee Fire Department's Young Bucks (pictured above) beat the Milwaukee Police Department District Three team 64 to 58. … [Read more...] about MKE Police and Fire Intramural Basketball program hosts championship game
Outcome of April referendum will either sustain or jeopardize strides MPS has made since 2020
Milwaukee Public Schools is one of more than 90 Wisconsin school districts putting referenda on the ballot this year because of the state’s continued underfunding of public schools. Milwaukee residents will vote on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, on the MPS referendum question that asks voters to raise the revenue limit to support students by $252 million, to be phased in over four … [Read more...] about Outcome of April referendum will either sustain or jeopardize strides MPS has made since 2020
Join us during ‘Light & Unite RED Week 2024’
By RISE Drug Free MKE Quick question: Do you know what the “worst drug” is? Or if smoking traditional cigarettes is worse for you than vaping? Or if marijuana can be used as medicine? It would be really helpful to know the answers to these questions, since they’re some of the most common questions that young people ask about substances like drugs and alcohol. You … [Read more...] about Join us during ‘Light & Unite RED Week 2024’
Ten life-changing inventions made by black women
While you might not think about who was behind some of the technology taken for granted daily, it might surprise you to know how many come from black women. Throughout history, black women have inspired or invented more things than you know. Here are only 10 of them. Ten inventions by black women 1. The Laserphoco Probe Dr. Patricia Bath hit several milestones in … [Read more...] about Ten life-changing inventions made by black women
Senior health and wellness: 15 tips you need to know for spring
As the weather gets warmer and the flowers start to bloom, spring is the perfect time for seniors to focus on their health and wellness. Whether you’re living independently or in a memory care community, there are several tips you can follow to stay healthy and active this spring. In this article, we’ll explore some of the best tips for senior health and wellness during the … [Read more...] about Senior health and wellness: 15 tips you need to know for spring
This Week In Black History – March 21, 2024
March 21, 1965 – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., led march from Selma to Montgomery, AL, for voting rights. March 22, 1898 – J.W. Smith patented lawn sprinkler. March 23, 1873 – Slavery abolished in Puerto Rico. March 24, 1837 – Canada gives African American citizens the right to vote. March 25, 1843 – Explorer Jacob Dodson set out in search of the Northwest … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – March 21, 2024
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue March 21, 2024
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Milwaukee police chief highlights crime reduction, safety efforts at Milwaukee Press Club event
On Thursday, March 7, 2024, the Milwaukee Press Club and WisPolitics.com hosted their Newsmaker Luncheon with headliner Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman at the Newsroom Pub, 137 E. Wells St. Chief Norman was joined by a media panel which included (top left photo, seated from right) CBS 58's A.J. Bayatpour; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Elliot Hughes; and Spectrum News 1's … [Read more...] about Milwaukee police chief highlights crime reduction, safety efforts at Milwaukee Press Club event
African American Environmental Pioneer Awards hosts 5th annual event for Black History Month
The 5TH Annual African American Environmental Pioneers Awards (AAEPA) were held on Monday, February 19, 2024 at the Ivy House, 906 S. Barclay St. These awards were first held in 2020, in effort to recognize African American community members who have dedicated themselves to work in service to the Milwaukee community and the planet, through their work in environmental … [Read more...] about African American Environmental Pioneer Awards hosts 5th annual event for Black History Month