Closure of Social Development Commission prompted by 'misallocation of funding' A social services agency that’s been a lifeline in Milwaukee for more than 60 years has abruptly shut down. The Social Development Commission (SDC) had three locations in Milwaukee and one in West Allis. The sudden closure has left both employees and clients in the lurch. For decades, the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee social services agency abruptly shuts down
‘Orishas & Oracles:’ A gallery show by Ras ‘Ammar and Adjua Nsoroma
On Friday, April 19, 2024, father/daughter creative duo and Lindsay Heights residents Ras 'Ammar and Adjua Nsoroma premiered their new joint gallery show during Gallery Night and Day 2024. The show entitled "Orishas & Oracles" is on exhibit at Adams Garden Park, 1836 W. Fond du Lac Ave. The show can be viewed by appointment by calling 414-943-2247 until July, 6, 2024. There … [Read more...] about ‘Orishas & Oracles:’ A gallery show by Ras ‘Ammar and Adjua Nsoroma
‘Second Annual Melanin Mixer’ honors local business leaders
"The 2nd Annual Melanin Mixer," founded by business owner Grace Cole (top photo), was beautifully unveiled on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at the exclusive The Ivy House, 906 S. Barclay St. The sold-out audience of more than 250 excited attendees were dressed to impress in shades of brown, gold, bronze, tan, and creme all complimenting the theme, "Standing on Business!" The … [Read more...] about ‘Second Annual Melanin Mixer’ honors local business leaders
Milwaukee Direct Admit simplifies college applications for MPS students
Does applying to college seem complicated? High school juniors attending any Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) school can apply to Milwaukee’s two largest colleges in less than five minutes at no cost. By applying now, students will begin their journey to start college in Fall 2025. Milwaukee Direct Admit is the latest initiative to come out of the M3 (pronounced M-Cubed) … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Direct Admit simplifies college applications for MPS students
Getting blacks into heart-related clinical trials isn’t a ‘spectator sport’
Source: https://blackdoctor.org/black-cardiovascular-clinical-trials-participation. Despite progress in cardiovascular disease prevention and treatment, black adults in the USA still face higher rates of premature CVD death compared to white adults. According to Dr. LaPrincess C. Brewer and Joshua J. Joseph of the Cobb Institute, this disparity is rooted in systemic … [Read more...] about Getting blacks into heart-related clinical trials isn’t a ‘spectator sport’
This Week In Black History – May 2, 2024
May 2, 1920 – Indianapolis ABCs defeated Chicago Giants in first Negro National League Game. May 3, 1964 – Frederick O’Neal became first black president of the Actor’s Equity Association. May 4, 1961 – “Freedom Riders” began protesting segregation of interstate bus travel in the South. May 5, 1988 – Eugene Marino became first African American installed as a Roman … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – May 2, 2024
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue May 2, 2024
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Milwaukee County supervisors sworn in
On Monday, April 15, 2024, new and returning Milwaukee County Board Supervisors were sworn in at the Milwaukee County Courthouse. Pictured are (from top left photo) Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson, 10th District; Priscilla E. Coggs- Jones, 13th District (2nd Vice-Chair); Sequanna Taylor, 5th District; Willie Johnson, Jr., 2nd District; and Felesia A. Martin, 7th District. As of … [Read more...] about Milwaukee County supervisors sworn in
Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts annual meeting
The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) held its 2024 Annual Meeting on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at FIS Global in Brown Deer, Wisconsin. The event was hosted by FIS and attended by more than 100 friends of GMUL, business leaders, city officials, and the league's board members. The meeting was focused on the theme "A Review of 2023 and Focus on the Future." It was led by Dr. … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts annual meeting
Bucks fans optimistic after playoff opener win
Milwaukee Bucks fans packed Deer District Sunday for the team’s win in the their first playoff game against the Indiana Pacers Milwaukee Bucks fans packed the Deer District Sunday, April 21, 2024, for the team’s first playoff game against the Indiana Pacers. With the team winning 109-94, the fans were ecstatic leaving Fiserv Forum. “Especially since we won the first … [Read more...] about Bucks fans optimistic after playoff opener win