On Friday, February 27, 2026, the BE Legacy of Excellence Awards (formally The Black Excellence Awards) hosted it's 41st annual celebration of Milwaukee's African American community for Black History month at the Baird Center, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave. This year's special honorees “Men Behind the Mic,” which celebrate our local African American male news anchors (top left photo) … [Read more...] about 41st BE Legacy of Excellence Awards honors Milwaukee’s best
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Brandi Carlile and Milwaukee’s Sista Strings Deliver Stunning Super Bowl performance
Grammy - winning artist Brandi Carlile took the field before kickoff at the Superbowl LX to perform "America the Beautiful," and was joined by two talented musicians from Milwaukee known as SistaStrings. Sisters Chauntee and Monique Ross received the life-changing call about two months ago that they would perform before billions of viewers worldwide at the Super Bowl on … [Read more...] about Brandi Carlile and Milwaukee’s Sista Strings Deliver Stunning Super Bowl performance
Protest Forms in Milwaukee After Man with Wisconsin Ties Shot, Killed by Border Patrol Agent in Minneapolis
Web Photo Saturday, January 24, 2026 shooting in Minneapolis of 37-year-old Alex Pretti sparked protests nationwide, including in Milwaukee. Family identified the 37-year-old man shot and killed by a Border Patrol agent as Alex Pretti, a Minneapolis nurse who was protesting against the Trump administration's immigration crackdown. WBAY confirmed through the Green Bay … [Read more...] about Protest Forms in Milwaukee After Man with Wisconsin Ties Shot, Killed by Border Patrol Agent in Minneapolis
Community Comes Together To Celebrate Kwanzaa’s Fifth Principle, Nia (Purpose)
Three community organizations came together to celebrate the fifth day of Kwanzaa, Nia, meaning purpose, in a vibrant, uplifting gathering rooted in culture, reflection, and community pride. During the ceremony, five candles were lit—symbolizing the journey from the first principle, Umoja (Unity), to Nia —highlighting the importance of living with intention and meaning. The … [Read more...] about Community Comes Together To Celebrate Kwanzaa’s Fifth Principle, Nia (Purpose)
‘Lil’ Jeannetta Robinson Gifts of Love’ Program Fulfills Christmas Wishes
On Saturday, December 27, 2025, Charles (Butch) Walton the son of the late community leader Jeannetta Simpson Robinson, along with his sons, Mike Brown, and Terence Smith shared in a family legacy of presenting the annual" Lil’ Jeannetta Robinson Gifts of Love Program" in partnership with United Way Of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha at the H.W. Longfellow Elementary School. … [Read more...] about ‘Lil’ Jeannetta Robinson Gifts of Love’ Program Fulfills Christmas Wishes
Milwaukee Celebrates First Day of Kwanzaa with Unity Ceremony at Wisconsin Black Historical Society
On Friday, December 26, 2025, The Wisconsin Black Historical Society hosted a traditional opening ceremony welcoming the public to celebrate together for the seven-day cultural holiday, Kwanzaa. For seven days, this non-religious, cultural celebration honoring African heritage begins with the first day, Umoja, which means unity — uniting families, neighborhoods, and the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Celebrates First Day of Kwanzaa with Unity Ceremony at Wisconsin Black Historical Society
Northcott Neighborhood House Brings Holiday Joy with Gifts and Meals in Milwaukee
On Wednesday, December 24, 2025, volunteers from Northcott Neighborhood House, Bader Philanthropies, and West Care distributed more than 5,500 free new, wrapped Christmas gifts to kids (top row). Families lined up around the block to participate. "This was a nice thing the community is doing. And I appreciate it so much," said Lastarr Armour, who received gifts at … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House Brings Holiday Joy with Gifts and Meals in Milwaukee
Employ Milwaukee Hosts ‘1st Annual Rise and Shine: Leaders and Legacy Breakfast’
On Thursday, December 18, 2025, Employ Milwaukee hosted its inaugural "Rise and Shine: Leaders and Legacy Breakfast." This meaningful gathering added value, strength, and inspiration to everyone in attendance and served as a powerful celebration of leadership, service, and legacy within our community. The breakfast honored several distinguished Legacy Allies. Bishop Sedgwick … [Read more...] about Employ Milwaukee Hosts ‘1st Annual Rise and Shine: Leaders and Legacy Breakfast’
Kids in the Kitchen Hosts ‘4th Annual Cookies and Cocoa Caravan’
On Monday, December 15, 2025, Kids in the Kitchen presented the 4th Annual Cookies and Cocoa Caravan, an initiative in partnership with Milwaukee College Prep Lloyd Street campus scholars and teachers, youth from various families and churches, local business owners and the community at large. More than 40 students, teachers and volunteers worked in the school cafeteria to put … [Read more...] about Kids in the Kitchen Hosts ‘4th Annual Cookies and Cocoa Caravan’
America’s Black Holocaust Museum Announces 2026 Dr. James Cameron Founder’s Day Celebration
America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) is proud to announce the return ofits Dr. James Cameron Founder’s Day Celebration, a two-day observance and fundraiser dedicated to honoring thelife, courage, and enduring legacy of Dr. James Cameron — a lynching survivor, historian, museum founder, andprofound advocate for truth, justice, and racial healing. Held February 20–21, 2026, … [Read more...] about America’s Black Holocaust Museum Announces 2026 Dr. James Cameron Founder’s Day Celebration