On Saturday, August 29, 2020, the Iota Psi Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., and Skybox Sport Bar owners Royce and ToiLisa Lockett (top-left photo, left) hosted "The New Normal: Back-to-School Resource Fair," at Skybox Sports Bar, 2213 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. School supplies and educational resources that were donated by Iota Psi Sigma Chapter of … [Read more...] about Iota Psi Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. & Skybox Bar hosts ‘The New Normal: Back-to-School Resource Fair’
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John Thompson Jr., the first Black coach to win the NCAA championship, dies age 78
John Thompson Jr., the first Black basketball head coach to win the NCAA National Championship, died at his Arlington, Virginia, home on Sunday, August 30, 2020, according to his family. He was 78. Thompson had been suffering from multiple health challenges, a family source said. The cause of death is unknown. He was surrounded by family and friends when he passed … [Read more...] about John Thompson Jr., the first Black coach to win the NCAA championship, dies age 78
Tennis star Naomi Osaka joins athlete boycott in protest of Jacob Blake shooting
"As a black woman I feel as though there are much more important matters at hand that need immediate attention rather than watching me play tennis,” she said. Tennis champion Naomi Osaka posted a powerful message in the wake of the Jacob Blake shooting in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Osaka wrote she does not plan to play in the semifinals match of the Western & Southern Open … [Read more...] about Tennis star Naomi Osaka joins athlete boycott in protest of Jacob Blake shooting
Wisconsin Black women who have shaped Women’s Rights
Celebrating 100 years of women's right to vote, and honoring the local women of color who fight for equality August 18, 2020 marked the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, guaranteeing and protecting women's constitutional right to vote. This historic centennial offers an unparalleled opportunity to commemorate a milestone of democracy and to explore its … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Black women who have shaped Women’s Rights
Anthem hosts Back-to-School Drive-Thru event
On Saturday, August 22, 2020, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicaid partnered with Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy to provide book bags, school supplies and produce to students and their families as part of the "Back-to-School Drive-Thru," at the Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy, 4030 N. 29th Street. On hand were Anthem members, staff of Pete's Fruit Market and retired … [Read more...] about Anthem hosts Back-to-School Drive-Thru event
A struggle waged alone: Black women and the right to vote
Literacy tests and poll taxes are typically no longer employed to deny African Americans the right to vote. But 100 years after its ratification on August 18, 1920, when the 19th Amendment nominally gave all women the right to vote, the reality is that African American women are frequently still victims of various voter suppression tactics, including gerrymandering, overly … [Read more...] about A struggle waged alone: Black women and the right to vote
Fellowship Open Weekend a rousing success, despite pandemic
Despite the inability to gather by the hundreds and tee-off together at Silver Spring Country Club in Menomonee Falls, the traditional Fellowship Open weekend was a rousing success – virtually and live. While maintaining social- distancing and all established health and safety protocols, two events highlighted the traditional weekend in August filled with recognition and … [Read more...] about Fellowship Open Weekend a rousing success, despite pandemic
First Black-owned Wauwatosa home receives historical designation
Zeddie Hyler (right) had to overcome many obstacles in 1955 before becoming the first African American homeowner in Wauwatosa. The list of obstacles he successfully overcame included angry neighbors, vandalism and arson. Even before beginning to build, Hyler had to enlist a white friend to purchase the property in his name before Hyler could begin construction. The persistence … [Read more...] about First Black-owned Wauwatosa home receives historical designation
Michelle Obama at virtual DNC: Vote ‘like our lives depend on it’
Michelle Obama called Joe Biden a “profoundly decent man” who will “tell the truth and trust science" in her Monday night, August 17, 2020, convention speech, seeking to draw a sharp contrast between President Donald Trump and her husband’s two-term vice president. Mrs. Obama is warning Americans to “vote for Joe Biden like our lives depend on it” during her speech at the … [Read more...] about Michelle Obama at virtual DNC: Vote ‘like our lives depend on it’
Bronzeville Week ends with drive-in movie night
The 2020 Bronzeville Week concluded on Saturday, August 8, 2020, with a drive-in movie double feature for the whole family. The drive-in took place at Milwaukee Health Services, Inc., 2555 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. The first feature was "The Wiz," and the second feature was "Barbershop." Prior to the start of "Barbershop" there was a community conversation … [Read more...] about Bronzeville Week ends with drive-in movie night