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October 29th, 2025

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Milwaukee Bucks Camp held at North Division High School June 30th through July 4th

For the first time since the 1980’s, the Milwaukee Bucks and North Division High School collaborated to host a summer basketball camp. The Milwaukee Bucks along with MPS Recreation and the George Gerharz North Division High School Alumni and Friends, Inc., worked together to make this camp possible. the Milwaukee Bucks and North Division High School collaborated for such an … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Bucks Camp held at North Division High School June 30th through July 4th

Milwaukee settles police misconduct cases involving former state senator’s son, and Chicago family

City of Milwaukee has agreed to pay $600,000 to settle two police misconduct cases, including one involving the son of a former state senator and another involving a Chicago family. The city of Milwaukee is set to pay $600,000 to settle two longstanding police misconduct cases involving civil rights violations against detainees. One case involves Isaiah Taylor, the son … [Read more...] about Milwaukee settles police misconduct cases involving former state senator’s son, and Chicago family

MCTS announces schedule changes, reduced service

Milwaukee County Transit System implements major service changes affecting 40 bus routes, adding 95 stops and 4 new lines while reducing frequency on select routes starting Aug. 24 Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is implementing its largest service update since 2021, affecting 40 of 46 bus routes across Milwaukee County. The changes, which include 95 new bus stops … [Read more...] about MCTS announces schedule changes, reduced service

Brewers hold Alumni Home Run Derby

All Photos by Yvonne Kemp The Milwaukee Brewers held an Alumni Home Run Derby at American Family Field as part of the celebration of the stadium's 25th anniversary. Nearly 42,000 fans watched Team Ryan Braun take on Team Carlos Gómez with a $10,000 prize for charity on the line after the Milwaukee Brewers/Philadelphia Phillies game on July 25, 2025. Teams of the alumni … [Read more...] about Brewers hold Alumni Home Run Derby

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers won’t seek re-election, setting stage for open 2026 race

Wisconsin's Democratic governor, Tony Evers, announced Thursday, July 24, 2025 that he will not seek a third term in 2026, creating the first open race for governor in the battleground state in 16 years. It will be Wisconsin's highest profile race next year, as Democrats also angle to take control of the Legislature, thanks to redrawn election maps that are friendlier to … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers won’t seek re-election, setting stage for open 2026 race

Honoring the legacy of ‘Mz. Rose’: A Milwaukee treasure

On Saturday, July 19, 2025, family, friends, dignitaries, and community members gathered at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church to honor the remarkable life and legacy of Ms. Rose Marie Lue-Hing — affectionately known as "Mz. Rose". The atmosphere was filled with reverence, remembrance, and radiant joy — exactly the way she wanted it. A traditional Catholic Mass was held … [Read more...] about Honoring the legacy of ‘Mz. Rose’: A Milwaukee treasure

City of Milwaukee hosts ’15th Annual Bronzeville Week’ in celebration of African American culture and community

From August 2 - 9, 2025, neighbors, visitors and business owners will celebrate the neighborhood's revitalization efforts and Africanbn American heritage with various events This year marks the 15th anniversary of Bronzeville Week, a citywide celebration of African American culture, commerce and community in one of Milwaukee’s most historic neighborhoods. From Saturday, … [Read more...] about City of Milwaukee hosts ’15th Annual Bronzeville Week’ in celebration of African American culture and community

Christ The King Baptist Church celebrates 40th Founders Celebration with gala and farewell service

Christ The King Baptist Church marked its 40th Founders Celebration with a series of memorable events, including a Black-Tie Gala and Pastoral Retirement on Friday, July 18, 2025, and a Farewell Service for Pastor John W. McVicker, Sr., on Sunday, July 20. The Black-Tie Gala, held at Discovery World in Milwaukee, saw an impressive turnout of nearly 550 attendees from both … [Read more...] about Christ The King Baptist Church celebrates 40th Founders Celebration with gala and farewell service