In 2023, Pastor Martha Austin (left photo) became the first African American woman with her face on a cake box. Austin, the founder of Memah's Gourmet Delights which launched on March 31, 2023, celebrated with a start-up event at Sonesta Milwaukee West Hotel in Wauwatosa. This is Austin's first venture into mass production. Austin was inducted into the Wisconsin Black History … [Read more...] about Pastor Austin launches ‘Memah’s Gourmet Delights’
Milwaukee’s Bishop Sedgwick Daniels passes; church, community mourn
Members of Milwaukee's Holy Redeemer Institutional Church of God in Christ are in mourning in the wake of Bishop Sedgwick Daniels' death. "He will truly, truly be missed," said Michelle Pitts, a longtime friend of Bishop Daniels. "It is a call you never want to receive about a friend." Pitts owns a funeral home in Milwaukee. Now the person who helps others grieve is … [Read more...] about Milwaukee’s Bishop Sedgwick Daniels passes; church, community mourn
State Senate voting on Brewers funding bill,lawmakers express optimism after 11th hour negotiations
State Sen. Dan Feyen, (R-Fond du Lac) said Republicans will introduce an amendment to the Brewers funding bill that Feyen said will secure the bipartisan votes needed to pass. Just before the session began at 8 a.m., Feyen said the amendment will restore Milwaukee and Milwaukee County's appointees to what would be the new stadium district board and gradually increase a new … [Read more...] about State Senate voting on Brewers funding bill,lawmakers express optimism after 11th hour negotiations
Missy Elliott says ‘words cannot describe’ being first female rapperinducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Missy Elliott still can’t quite believe that she is the first female rap artist to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (RRHOF) on Friday, Nov. 3, 2023. Speaking to Good Morning America‘s (GNA) Robin Roberts on Thursday Nov. 2, 2023, Elliott said she always dreamed of being a “superstar… I never wavered. I never changed. I said it every time,” but after three … [Read more...] about Missy Elliott says ‘words cannot describe’ being first female rapperinducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Tracy Chapman becomes first black female recipient of CMA’s Song of the Year award
In a groundbreaking moment at the Country Music Association Awards (CMA) in Nashville on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023 Tracy Chapman was awarded 'Song of the Year' for her 1988 single, “Fast Car.” This historic win marks a significant milestone: Chapman is the first black songwriter to clinch this accolade since the CMAs began in 1967. “Fast Car,” Chapman’s poignant ballad that … [Read more...] about Tracy Chapman becomes first black female recipient of CMA’s Song of the Year award
‘Leap into Wellness’ hosts mental illness summit
On Saturday October 28, 2023, former Green Packer and Hall of Fammer, LeRoy Butler, held a Mental Health Summit at the Baird Center located in downtown Milwaukee. The summit was well attended by guest speakers from the community including Police Chief Jeffrey Norman, Milwaukee County Sheriff Denita Ball, and so many more who spoke on how we as a community embrace mental health. … [Read more...] about ‘Leap into Wellness’ hosts mental illness summit
Youth leaders from 12 MPS schools in theMilwaukee Community Schools Partnership add to their skill
“The main purpose today is to empower yourself,” Dom Portis told about 150 Milwaukee Public School (MPS) students of all ages. They were youth council members, representing 12 of the 16 schools in the Milwaukee Community Schools Partnership, who gathered at the annual Fall Youth Coalition Summit. Portis, the community high schools manager for the partnership, added, “Take … [Read more...] about Youth leaders from 12 MPS schools in theMilwaukee Community Schools Partnership add to their skill
This Week In Black History – November 16, 2023
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 at Howard University. November 18, 1787 – Abolitionist and women’s right activist Sojourner Truth born. November 19, 1953 – Roy … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – November 16, 2023
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue November 16, 2023
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GMUL hosts ’38th Annual Black & White Ball’
On Saturday, November 4, 2023, more than 1,100 Milwaukee-area business and community leaders, including many area CEOs, came together to attend the Greater Milwaukee Urban League’s (GMUL) Black and White Ball, which featured a performance by Grammy-nominated R&B and jazz singer Patrice Rushen. The sold-out event was held at the Baird Center in downtown Milwaukee. … [Read more...] about GMUL hosts ’38th Annual Black & White Ball’