The Obama administration announced Wednesday, July 8, 2015, a new rule aimed at promoting fair housing, nearly 50 years af- ter the Fair Housing Act of 1968 was passed to combat segregation and wide-spread discrimination in neighbor- hoods across the country. Despite the decades old law requiring communities that receive federal funds to increase access to quality, … [Read more...] about Obama administration announces new rule aimed at promoting fair housing
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Act now! Milwaukee YMCA extends sign-up period for $5 swim lessons
The Milwaukee YMCA announced on Wednesday, July 8th that it has extended the sign-up period for its Milwaukee Swims program in partnership with the Milwaukee County Parks by two weeks in order to give more children and families access to its $5 swim lessons that are being offered at five parks this summer. The Milwaukee Y will now accept new registrations until Monday, July … [Read more...] about Act now! Milwaukee YMCA extends sign-up period for $5 swim lessons
MCTS now reimbursing passengers with passes
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is now issuing reimbursements for passengers who had ac- tive 7-day or 31-day passes during last week’s three-day strike by the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 998. Reimbursement info for M•CARD holders M•CARD reimbursements must be obtained by phone (414-937-0470) or email (mcardservices@mcts.org). For each day your 7-day … [Read more...] about MCTS now reimbursing passengers with passes
Milwaukee County Board Supervisors Weddle and Rainey
unveil new chess initiative that targets inner city youths Milwaukee County Board Supervisor Martin Weddle (left) and Khalif Rainey (right) with Milwaukee youth during the launch of the new chess initiative.Milwaukee County Supervisor Martin Weddle, a former state chess champion, and Sup. Khalif Rainey unveiled a new program designed to teach youths how to play chess and … [Read more...] about Milwaukee County Board Supervisors Weddle and Rainey
Gilbert Brown Foundation and AT&T Pioneers team up to offer 10th Annual All-Pro Football Camp at North Division High School
The Gilbert Brown Foundation and the AT&T Wisconsin Pioneers teamed up once again to hold a free football camp for Milwaukee youth at North Division High School on Tuesday, July 7 to Thursday, July 9, 2015. This is the tenth year that Gilbert Brown has offered the All-Pro Football Camp in Wisconsin. “Through the All-Pro Football Camp, we hope to not only teach kids the … [Read more...] about Gilbert Brown Foundation and AT&T Pioneers team up to offer 10th Annual All-Pro Football Camp at North Division High School
Community Brain Storming: Will Bucks arena benefit the African American community?
Nearly 300 individuals convened at St. Matthew CME Church, 2944 N. 9th Street, to hear what elected officials and stakeholders had to say about funding for a new Milwaukee Bucks Arena, which appears to be stuck in a holding position. Republican lawmakers who comprise a majority in both chambers of the legislature don’t believe they have enough votes to push through a proposed … [Read more...] about Community Brain Storming: Will Bucks arena benefit the African American community?
New law does away with 48 hour waiting period; Mayor warns it will not save lives
By Steve Waring Special to The Milwaukee Times Governor Scott Walker signed a new law at the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office on June 24 that eliminates the 48-hour waiting period on all point-of-sale handgun purchases in the state. The bill was approved earlier in the month by the Republican-led Wisconsin Legislature. During a press conference following the … [Read more...] about New law does away with 48 hour waiting period; Mayor warns it will not save lives
Marva Collins, educator who aimed high for poor, Black students, passes at 78
Marva Collins, a former substitute teacher whose success at educating poor black students in a private school she founded made her a candidate for secretary of education and the subject of a television movie, died on Wednesday, June 24, 2015 in a hospice near her home in South Carolina. She was 78. Her death was confirmed by Hospice Care of the Lowcountry in … [Read more...] about Marva Collins, educator who aimed high for poor, Black students, passes at 78
The Urban League Guild at the 30th Black and White Ball
On Saturday, June 20, 2015 the Milwaukee Urban League held its 30th Annual Black and White Ball, at the BMO Harris Bradley Center. As an auxiliary of the Milwaukee Urban League, the goal of the Guild is to design fundraising activities and develop volunteerism. This approach enhances the League's financial potential while promoting its programmatic thrust on both local and … [Read more...] about The Urban League Guild at the 30th Black and White Ball
Summerfest 2015 has rhythm, blues, soul and even a rap!
The 2015 season of Summerfest kicked off on Wednesday, June 24, 2015. The opening Saturday featured big and small acts from all genres of music, including big blues acts like Buddy Guy who performed on Saturday, June 27 on the Harley-Davidson Roadhouse stage as well as opened for the Rolling Stones on Tuesday, June 23; smaller acts like the Blind Boys of Alabama performed at … [Read more...] about Summerfest 2015 has rhythm, blues, soul and even a rap!