On Thursday, August 7, 2025, the Adult Welding Job Training program at North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St., celebrated the completion of the most recent class. The program was initiated through a collaborative effort involving the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Recreation Department (MKE Rec), Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) Workforce Development Solution, … [Read more...] about North Division HS celebrates graduation of Adult Welding Job Training program participants
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Milwaukee Public Library celebrates grand openingof state-of-the-art MLK branch in Harambee Neighborhood
On Saturday, September 6, 2025, the Milwaukee Public Library celebrated the grand opening of its new Martin Luther King Branch. Located in the city's Harambee neighborhood, the 17,400-square-foot facility greeted city leaders, neighbors, and families with enthusiasm as they cut the ribbon and explored the state-of-the-art space that promises to be a beacon of knowledge and … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Public Library celebrates grand openingof state-of-the-art MLK branch in Harambee Neighborhood
Milwaukee’s ‘Mixed Generation’ celebrates 31 years of music and service
On Saturday, July 19, 2025, the Mixed Generation ('Mixed G'), held 'A Mixed Generation Dinner Celebration' for their 31 years of music and services to the community at the Nicolet High School Cafertorium in Glendale, WI. The event was sponsored by the Milwaukee Brewers Community Foundation with its president Cecelia Gore. The Mixed Generation is a unique group of young as well … [Read more...] about Milwaukee’s ‘Mixed Generation’ celebrates 31 years of music and service
Milwaukee Bucks Camp held at North Division High School June 30th through July 4th
For the first time since the 1980’s, the Milwaukee Bucks and North Division High School collaborated to host a summer basketball camp. The Milwaukee Bucks along with MPS Recreation and the George Gerharz North Division High School Alumni and Friends, Inc., worked together to make this camp possible. the Milwaukee Bucks and North Division High School collaborated for such an … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Bucks Camp held at North Division High School June 30th through July 4th
Milwaukee settles police misconduct cases involving former state senator’s son, and Chicago family
City of Milwaukee has agreed to pay $600,000 to settle two police misconduct cases, including one involving the son of a former state senator and another involving a Chicago family. The city of Milwaukee is set to pay $600,000 to settle two longstanding police misconduct cases involving civil rights violations against detainees. One case involves Isaiah Taylor, the son … [Read more...] about Milwaukee settles police misconduct cases involving former state senator’s son, and Chicago family
MCTS announces schedule changes, reduced service
Milwaukee County Transit System implements major service changes affecting 40 bus routes, adding 95 stops and 4 new lines while reducing frequency on select routes starting Aug. 24 Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is implementing its largest service update since 2021, affecting 40 of 46 bus routes across Milwaukee County. The changes, which include 95 new bus stops … [Read more...] about MCTS announces schedule changes, reduced service
Brewers hold Alumni Home Run Derby
All Photos by Yvonne Kemp The Milwaukee Brewers held an Alumni Home Run Derby at American Family Field as part of the celebration of the stadium's 25th anniversary. Nearly 42,000 fans watched Team Ryan Braun take on Team Carlos Gómez with a $10,000 prize for charity on the line after the Milwaukee Brewers/Philadelphia Phillies game on July 25, 2025. Teams of the alumni … [Read more...] about Brewers hold Alumni Home Run Derby
Culture Summer Concerts at Clinton Rose Park
On Saturday, July 26, 2025, the Northcott Neighborhood House, Inc., presented its "Celebrate Culture of Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow" concert series at Clinton Rose Park, 3045 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Drive. This past weekend featured Mel and the Mellow Crew, and Love, Peace & Soul. The summer concert series features local and national talent and provides live … [Read more...] about Culture Summer Concerts at Clinton Rose Park
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers won’t seek re-election, setting stage for open 2026 race
Wisconsin's Democratic governor, Tony Evers, announced Thursday, July 24, 2025 that he will not seek a third term in 2026, creating the first open race for governor in the battleground state in 16 years. It will be Wisconsin's highest profile race next year, as Democrats also angle to take control of the Legislature, thanks to redrawn election maps that are friendlier to … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers won’t seek re-election, setting stage for open 2026 race
Honoring the legacy of ‘Mz. Rose’: A Milwaukee treasure
On Saturday, July 19, 2025, family, friends, dignitaries, and community members gathered at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church to honor the remarkable life and legacy of Ms. Rose Marie Lue-Hing — affectionately known as "Mz. Rose". The atmosphere was filled with reverence, remembrance, and radiant joy — exactly the way she wanted it. A traditional Catholic Mass was held … [Read more...] about Honoring the legacy of ‘Mz. Rose’: A Milwaukee treasure