On Wednesday, September 28, 2026, an honorary street renaming and dedication ceremony for Cherrye J. Trotman was held. The program was officiated by Reverend Alex Erdmann and Andrea Williams from TMJ 4 was covering the event. Speakers included: Bishop Ricky Burt, Reverend Doctor Joy Gallmon, Pastor Joshua Taylor, Attorney Sheila Parrish Spence, Alderwoman Andrea Pratt, Cream … [Read more...] about Street renamed in honor of Cherreye J. Trotman
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West Division High School Hosts Award Ceremony Honoring Dr. Clayborn Benson
On Friday, September 11, 2026, Dr. Clayborn Benson was inducted into the West Division High School Alumni Hall of Fame. Dr. Benson is a 1968 graduate of West Division High School now known as Milwaukee High School of the Arts. Those in attendance included representatives from Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS), the MPS Alumni Association, Milwaukee High School of the Arts (formerly … [Read more...] about West Division High School Hosts Award Ceremony Honoring Dr. Clayborn Benson
Pastor Julius Malone Honored for 67 years in Ministry
On Tuesday, September 22, 2026, Chaplain Dr. Ricky Price, Sr. (right) and Joy Unspeakable Radio Broadcast presented the lifetime achievement award to Pastor Julius R. Malone (left) for 67 years in ministry. Pastor Malone is senior pastor of the New Testament Church of Milwaukee, located at 10201 W. Bradley Road. … [Read more...] about Pastor Julius Malone Honored for 67 years in Ministry
New Shoes, Stronger Steps: Milwaukee Initiative Takes Aim at Gun Violence
“Stompin’ Out Gun Violence” uses sought-after sneakers to open the door to a life-saving message for young people.A new pair of shoes can do more than complete an outfit—it can help a young person step toward a safer future. That is the idea behind “Stompin’ Out Gun Violence,” a traveling shoe giveaway led by the Latroy V. Harris Initiative, “I Will Not Die to Gun … [Read more...] about New Shoes, Stronger Steps: Milwaukee Initiative Takes Aim at Gun Violence
Halyard Park Celebrates Legacy of Late Developer Beechie Brooks
On Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Gaines Triangle on the corner of North Sixth and North Halyard streets, a life-size statue of the late Beechie O. Brooks, an iconic Black Milwaukee Realtor and developer, was unveiled. Brooks’ south-facing statue is looking toward the first house he built in Halyard Park 50 years ago, his own house, which marked the start of a major home … [Read more...] about Halyard Park Celebrates Legacy of Late Developer Beechie Brooks
Congresswoman Gwen Moore Honors Mac Weddle: A Milwaukee Beacon of Hope, Service and Community
On Saturday, September 12, 2026, Congresswoman Gwen Moore joined family, friends, and community members at the Garfield Street Festival to surprise Weddle with a special tribute recognizing a lifetime of service and impact. But the honor represented far more than a single presentation. For decades, Mac Weddle has represented something powerful in Milwaukee: the belief that … [Read more...] about Congresswoman Gwen Moore Honors Mac Weddle: A Milwaukee Beacon of Hope, Service and Community
Garfield’s 502 Celebrates Their ‘2026 R&B Festival’
On Saturday, September 12, 2026, Garfield’s 502 Restaurant hosted its annual "2026 Garfield’s 502 R&B Festival," that spanned the blocks of Garfield Ave. from MLK Drive to 7th Street. The event, which was free and open to the public, focused on a family-friendly entertainment lineup consisting of more than 20 bands and artists, as well as food offerings, more than 100 local … [Read more...] about Garfield’s 502 Celebrates Their ‘2026 R&B Festival’
North Division High School 1976 Class Hosts 50th Reunion
The North Division High School Class of 1976 celebrated their 50th Class Reunion, August 21-23, 2026. Myron Hood and Bobby Lewis Jones were two of the organizers of the reunion. It was said by one of the attendees that “this was one of the best organized events that he has attended in years.” The organizers attempted to ensure their former classmates and others who attended had … [Read more...] about North Division High School 1976 Class Hosts 50th Reunion
Jackson Chourio Leads Brewers to Labor Day Victory Over Chicago
Jackson Chourio is only 22 years old, but he’s been one of the Brewers’ top postseason performers in the past two years. So, it was fitting when he stepped to the plate and propelled the Brewers to a Labor Day victory over the Cubs that carried all kinds of implications for October. “Sometimes I feel like I was born for those moments,” Chourio said. “Other times, I like the … [Read more...] about Jackson Chourio Leads Brewers to Labor Day Victory Over Chicago
26th Annual Fellowship Open Golf Outing Hosted at Kettle Hills Golf Course
On Friday August 21, 2026, the sounds of the classic call of “Fore!” was heard all over the Kettle Hills Golf Course during the "26th Annual Fellowship Open" golf outing in Richfield, WI. One of the four honorees this year was NFL Hall of Famer Richard Dent, who was the MVP of Super Bowl XX for the Chicago Bears. Dent attended Tennessee State University, where he also played … [Read more...] about 26th Annual Fellowship Open Golf Outing Hosted at Kettle Hills Golf Course