Loretta E. Lynch, a career federal prosecutor, was sworn in Monday, April 27, 2015, as the nation’s 83rd attorney general, as Vice President Joseph R. Biden Jr. told a room full of Justice Department officials: “She is one of you.” Ms. Lynch worked her way up at the Justice Department, starting as a prosecutor and ultimately serving two stints as United States … [Read more...] about Loretta Lynch is sworn in as Attorney General
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Local business owner Arthur Reid, Jr., inducted into the National Civil Rights Hall of Fame
On Friday, April 3, 2015, Mr. Arthur Reid, Jr., owner and CEO of Reid's New Golden Gate Funeral Homes, was inducted into the National Civil Rights Hall of Fame. The ceremony and dinner were held at Holy Angels School, 750 East 40th Street, Chicago, IL. Mr. Reid was inducted along with local businessman Ensley Brown. Both are members of St. Matthew CME Church here in Milwaukee. … [Read more...] about Local business owner Arthur Reid, Jr., inducted into the National Civil Rights Hall of Fame
Recess: An essential part of the school day
Study shows supervised play boosts teamwork, friendships and positive attitudes. Recess is an essential part of children’s school days that can help set students up for success once they head back to the classroom, a new study suggests. Yet, many schools are cutting back on recess or not offering quality recess time. This may have unintended negative consequences, the Stanford … [Read more...] about Recess: An essential part of the school day
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. is pleased to announce its Community Health Fair on Saturday, April 25, 2015
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc., is pleased to announce its Community Health Fair courtesy of the Milwaukee County Department of Family Care, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, Molina Healthcare and Cedric the Entertainer Charitable Foundation on Saturday, April 25, 2015. Together, Milwaukee Health Services Inc. (MHSI), Milwaukee County Department of Family Care, UnitedHealthcare … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. is pleased to announce its Community Health Fair on Saturday, April 25, 2015
Deadly Northside fire ruled arson
Milwaukee police say a house fire on the city's northside that killed two people was deliberately set. On Friday, April 18, 2015 around 3:00 a.m., Milwaukee fire crews responded to the house fire near 38th and Wright Street, which spread to the adjacent homes. Oxygen tanks inside the house were reported exploding as fire crews arrived, which made the fire more difficult to … [Read more...] about Deadly Northside fire ruled arson
Dr. Lester Carter, 83, works four days each week
When asked why he likes returning to work, Dr. Lester Carter, 83, responded with a vigorous tone of exhilaration and happiness in his voice Tuesday afternoon: “I love it!” and he swiftly added, “I don’t like sitting around the house at all. Returning to work was the best move I ever made.” Dr. Carter works four days each week from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Hayat … [Read more...] about Dr. Lester Carter, 83, works four days each week
Kappa Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi honors their Brothers who have made the final transition
Kappa Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., held a tree/monument and memorial dedication ceremony on Sunday, April 19, 2015 at 2661 North 2nd Street, as part of their 10th District Annual Convention. The Kappa Phi Chapter was chartered on April 15, 1953 by: Edward W. Smyth, James Field, Preston Beckley, Dr. John Maxwell, Sr., Cecil Yancy, Curtis McWorter, Thomas … [Read more...] about Kappa Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi honors their Brothers who have made the final transition
An evening of grace and honor for a local icon
The Honorable Vel Phillips was honored by the Alverno College community on Thursday, April 16, 2015. A documentary outlining the life of Ms. Phillips was featured along with a panel discussion. Ms. Phillips has been a staunch advocate for many diverse progressive issues, most prominently civil rights and a powerful voice in the struggle to improve the Milwaukee community as … [Read more...] about An evening of grace and honor for a local icon
Bucks’ ownership unveils futuristic basketball arena to replace BMO Harris Bradley Center
By Steve Waring Special to the Milwaukee Times The Milwaukee Bucks' new ownership group publicly unveiled its vision to replace the BMO Harris Bradley Center with a futuristic new basketball arena to be built on more than 30 acres of vacant land just north of the current arena. An audacious two-phase project, which would begin with construction of the basketball arena, … [Read more...] about Bucks’ ownership unveils futuristic basketball arena to replace BMO Harris Bradley Center
Nothing hindered Margaret Brown from working and getting an education
By Jenelle Elder-Green Special to the Milwaukee Times Margaret R. Brown was born May 20, 1927 in Hampton, Arkansas. She was the third oldest of fourteen children, having seven brothers and six sisters. Margaret was raised on a family farm where she picked and chopped cotton and did various other farm chores. She always saved money to support herself and help others, … [Read more...] about Nothing hindered Margaret Brown from working and getting an education