Success means black women will serve on misdemeanor criminal courts and as family court judges in Houston for first time The Houston area's courts are going to be a lot more diverse thanks to a group of 17 African American women. The women, who were part of an effort dubbed the "Black Girl Magic" campaign, all won races on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, to be judges in … [Read more...] about ‘Black Girl Magic’ campaign helps 17 African American women win Houston court elections
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Changing of the guard during Wisconsin mid-term elections
An eight-year reign of Republican dominance and political muscle in Wisconsin came to an end Tuesday, November 6, 2018, when Democrat Tony Evers defeated Republican Gov. Scott Walker, the central figure in Wisconsin politics for more than a decade. And his running mate, former state Rep. Mandela Barnes, will become the state's first African American lieutenant governor when the … [Read more...] about Changing of the guard during Wisconsin mid-term elections
Wisconsin Black Historical Society hosts 30th anniversary gala
On Saturday, November 3, 2018, the Wisconsin Black Historical Society Museum celebrated its 30th Anniversary with a gala in the museum's historic Bernice Lindsey Hall, 2060 West Center Street. For the last three decades the Museum has had the mission of preserving African American history here in Milwaukee and abroad. Special guests from Milwaukee's diverse communities attended … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Black Historical Society hosts 30th anniversary gala
Ko-Thi Dance Company celebrates 50 years
On Sunday, November 4, 2018, the legendary Ko-Thi Dance Company celebrated 50 years of bringing African dance and music to the world with a performance of "Ujima" at UWM's Zelazo Center - Bader Auditorium, 2419 East Kenwood Blvd. "Ujima: Collective Work & Responsibility," is a full-length performance of a West African village during the preparation for a harvest and … [Read more...] about Ko-Thi Dance Company celebrates 50 years
Simone Biles makes history: 1st American to win medals in every event at Worlds
Record-setting gymnast Simone Biles won the women’s floor exercise gold Saturday, November 3, 2018 at the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in Doha, Qatar. Her winning score was 14.933, a full point higher than her USA teammate Morgan Hurd, who won the silver medal. The gold medal was Biles’ 14th title in her career at the world championships, extending her own record … [Read more...] about Simone Biles makes history: 1st American to win medals in every event at Worlds
Ntozake Shange, who wrote the influential play ‘For Colored Girls,’ has died at 70
Playwright, poet and author Ntozake Shange, whose most acclaimed theater piece is the 1975 Tony Award-nominated play For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow is Enuf, died Saturday, November 3, 2018 according to her daughter. She was 70. Shange's For Colored Girls describes the racism, sexism, violence and rape experienced by seven black women. It has … [Read more...] about Ntozake Shange, who wrote the influential play ‘For Colored Girls,’ has died at 70
Florida restores voting rights to more than 1 million former felons
Florida has approved an amendment that will automatically restore voting rights to more than a million people previously convicted of felonies. Felons who finish their full sentences, including fines, probation and parole, will now be allowed to vote in the state. The new law does not apply to anyone convicted of murder or sex offenses. Florida's Amendment 4 passed … [Read more...] about Florida restores voting rights to more than 1 million former felons
Milwaukee Times founder Nathan Conyers inducted into the MPC ‘2018 Media Hall of Fame’
On Friday, October 26, 2018, The Milwaukee Press Club hosted its annual Media Hall of Fame induction ceremony at the Potawatomi Hotel & Casino, 1721 West Canal St. Among those honored this year was Milwaukee Times founder, the late Nathan Conyers (inset). Conyers was selected for induction based on his long and great career in journalism and his reputation … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times founder Nathan Conyers inducted into the MPC ‘2018 Media Hall of Fame’
Former President Barack Obama speaks at North Division High School
On Friday, October 26, 2018, former President Barack Obama came to Milwaukee, WI to help Democratic candidates drum up votes for the upcoming election on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. Obama, along with the Democratic candidates, spoke to a crowd of 4,000 at North Division High School, located in the 53206 zip code in which Lt. Governor candidate Mandela Barnes was … [Read more...] about Former President Barack Obama speaks at North Division High School
Mayor Barrett invites media and members of the public to hop on ‘The Hop’
On Monday, October 29, 2018, Mayor Tom Barrett (center photo) invited the local media and invited guests to join him on a preview ride on the new Milwaukee streetcar, a.k.a "The Hop" (left photo), presented by Potawatomi Hotel & Casino, prior to passenger service beginning on Friday, November 2, 2018, and kicking off a full slate of weekend activities. For more … [Read more...] about Mayor Barrett invites media and members of the public to hop on ‘The Hop’