President Barack Obama will deliver the eulogy Friday at the Rev. Clementa Pinckney’s funeral, a White House official said. First lady Michelle Obama and Vice President Joe Biden also will travel to Charleston to attend the services for the fallen Democrat, who also served as a state senator, the official confirmed Monday. Pinckney was one of nine people fatally shot … [Read more...] about President Obama to attend Pinckney’s funeral Friday in Charleston
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Recently appointed U.S. Air Force Col. Gil B. Williams has local roots
By Steve Waring Special to the Milwaukee Times Throughout 15 years fly- ing 767 passenger planes for Delta Airlines, Lt. Col. Gil B. Williams, a Milwaukee native and 1987 graduate of Brad- ley Technical and Trade High School, maintained his status in the Air Force Reserve. On June 1 he was promoted to a full colonel and recalled to active duty. Out of more than 800 … [Read more...] about Recently appointed U.S. Air Force Col. Gil B. Williams has local roots
Girls Night Out: Educating women of color about breast cancer
Do you have questions, family history, or need resources regarding breast cancer? By: Jarreau Sims Special for the Milwaukee Times Girls Night Out is a program that addresses the questions and misconceptions about breast cancer in minority communities. The program was created by Paulette Christian in collaboration with local organizations and education institutions … [Read more...] about Girls Night Out: Educating women of color about breast cancer
Black citizens must have conversation among themselves before requesting one with other races
Comforting words evoked at vigil for Charleston’s victims Attendees at the prayer vigil at St. Mark's AME Church.African Americans have experienced racially moti- vated violence for so long that some devout Chris- tians, in trying to under- stand the inexplicable, have come to the erroneous con- clusion that the shooting of nine black church mem- bers by a white supremacist … [Read more...] about Black citizens must have conversation among themselves before requesting one with other races
Vigil for Charleston shooting victims held at St. Mark’s AME Church
A prayer vigil followed by a press conference was held at St. Mark AME Church, 1616 W. Atkinson Ave., on Monday, June 22 to honor the nine victims killed at Emmanuel AME Church in Charleston, SC on June, 17, 2015. Clergy of many faiths and a few elected officials, including Senator Lena Taylor and Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm were present. (Turn to page 2 to … [Read more...] about Vigil for Charleston shooting victims held at St. Mark’s AME Church
Milwaukee Urban League hosts annual Black and White Ball
The 2015 Black and White Ball, held on Saturday, June 20, 2015, at the Wisconsin Center in downtown Milwaukee proved to be another successful fundraiser for the Milwaukee Urban League. This year, the event raised more than $300,000 and included a special appeal to provide laptop computers for high achieving high school students. This year's event also celebrated 30 years of the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts annual Black and White Ball
Brain, Brawn and Body presents Health and Wellness Summit
Leonard Wilson, Jr., owner of Divine Personal Fitness Training, LLC, leads an early morning volunteer calisthenics class at the “Brain, Brawn & Body Health & Wellness Summit for Men and the People Who Love Them” educational festival co-sponsored by BrainBrawn&Body.com and the Wheaton Fran- ciscan Healthcare Group at Journey House, 2110 W. Scott St., on June 20, … [Read more...] about Brain, Brawn and Body presents Health and Wellness Summit
Northcott Neighborhood House presents Miss Juneteenth Pageant 2015
Four poised and talented high school girls completed for the crown of Miss Juneteenth 2015 on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at the Wisconsin African American Women’s Center. Each contestant was judged on her personality, talent, evening wear, essays and interviewing questions. Hanette Kamanda (far right), a 16- year- old Rufus King High School student was crowned Miss Juneteenth … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House presents Miss Juneteenth Pageant 2015
Five Black college grads on the road to success
By: Brenda Sheppard-Nelson The 2014-2015 school year documents a great academic milestone for many graduates across the country. From California to New York and from Wisconsin to Texas, families have been celebrating the academic accomplishments of their children. As a single mother, I am blessed to be among this group of proud parents. There are countless … [Read more...] about Five Black college grads on the road to success
Record-breaking $36,831,081 in scholarships for the MPS Class of 2015
Third consecutive record total; Class of 2015 more than doubled Class of 2012’s total Milwaukee Public Schools graduates have earned a record-setting scholarship total for the third straight year, with the Class of 2015 netting $36,831,081 and still counting. The total tops the Class of 2014’s more than $31 million, the Class of 2013’s $24 million and it more than doubles the … [Read more...] about Record-breaking $36,831,081 in scholarships for the MPS Class of 2015