Jackson Chourio hit his 20th home run of the season against the San Francisco Giants on Thursday, September 12, 2024, vaulting the 20-year-old Milwaukee Brewers Rookie into the esteemed '20-20 Club." Most eyes may be fixed on a handful of other standard rookies this season, but that hasn’t stopped Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio from making history. The … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers’ Jackson Chourio becomes youngest member of MLB’s ’20-20 Club’
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is arrested in New York after federal indictment
Sean “Diddy” Combs, the hip-hop mogul who has faced a stream of allegations by women accusing him of sexual assault, was arrested late Monday, September 16, 2024 in New York after he was indicted by a federal grand jury. The indictment was sealed and details of the charges weren’t immediately announced by prosecutors, but the U.S. attorney in Manhattan, Damian Williams, … [Read more...] about Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is arrested in New York after federal indictment
Word of Hope Ministries hosts Community Day with a ‘Walk of Hope’
On Saturday, August 24, 2024, Word of Hope Ministries (WOHM) hosted a “Walk of Hope” Community Day on the Holy Cathedral Campus, 2677 N. 40th St. Founder and President Bishop C.H. McClelland and Vice President and first lady Prentiss McClelland reinstated this community event after a several years hiatus, due to the pandemic. WOHM has provided social services for more than 28 … [Read more...] about Word of Hope Ministries hosts Community Day with a ‘Walk of Hope’
Hallowed Missionary Baptist Church’s Annual Community Outreach
On Saturday, August 17, 2024, Hallowed Missionary Baptist Church held its Annual Community Outreach Event. Hallowed MBC welcomed the participation of city and state representatives for a collaborative effort to offer valuable resources. Hallowed MBC's goal was to make the community, city and state a safe place to reside and raise families. In addition, they gave away free food, … [Read more...] about Hallowed Missionary Baptist Church’s Annual Community Outreach
James Earl Jones, iconic actor and memorable voice of ‘Darth Vader’ and ‘Mufasa,’ dead at age 93
You can’t think of James Earl Jones without hearing his voice. That booming basso profundo, conveying instant dignity or menace, was Jones’ signature instrument. It brought power to all his stage and movie roles, most indelibly as Darth Vader in “Star Wars,” Mufasa in “The Lion King” and as the voice of CNN. That remarkable voice is just one of many things the world will … [Read more...] about James Earl Jones, iconic actor and memorable voice of ‘Darth Vader’ and ‘Mufasa,’ dead at age 93
African American Breastfeeding Network hosts ’10th Annual Lift Up Every Baby!’
On Saturday, August 24, 2024, the African American Breastfeeding Network (AABN) hosted its "10th Annual Lift Up Every Baby!" (LUEB) celebration at the beautiful Heritage Green Park, at N. 62nd St. and Custer Ave. This year’s theme, "Growing Stronger Together," emphasized the crucial intersection of birth and community, and a decade of the group's collective commitment to … [Read more...] about African American Breastfeeding Network hosts ’10th Annual Lift Up Every Baby!’
Milwaukee Public Schools welcome back students for first day of school
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 was officially back-to-school day for students in the Milwaukee Public Schools district. Students at South Division High School were welcomed back to the classroom with a mascot and cheerleaders. A crowd full of MPS staff was cheering the kids on as they came through the doors. Much like the students at South Division High School, which is one of many … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Public Schools welcome back students for first day of school
The Lafayette Place Cafe in Milwaukee closed after car crashes into front door
The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating a car crash that happened on Labor Day, Monday, September 2, 2024, just before noon. Police said a driver crashed into a building on N. Farwell St. and E. Irving Place, on Milwaukee's East Side. That building was home to The Lafayette Place Cafe, which is now closed. One of the owners of the cafe said there's not enough … [Read more...] about The Lafayette Place Cafe in Milwaukee closed after car crashes into front door
Judge issues preliminary injunction on Trump campaign use of the song Hold On, I’m Comin’
A federal judge has ruled former President Donald Trump and his campaign must pause on using the song, Hold On, I’m Comin'. The decision came after the estate of the late R&B artist and songwriter Isaac Hayes sought an emergency injunction to stop the Trump campaign from using the song at campaign events, alleging the campaign does not have approval. Judge Thomas … [Read more...] about Judge issues preliminary injunction on Trump campaign use of the song Hold On, I’m Comin’
VP Harris and Gov. Walz host watch party and rally at Fiserv Forum
On August 20, 2024, in a massive show of force coinciding with the roll call vote at the Democratic National Convention, Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz took the stage in front of a packed house at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, WI – in the same venue where Republicans had held their national convention the month before. Both candidates spoke to … [Read more...] about VP Harris and Gov. Walz host watch party and rally at Fiserv Forum