On Thursday and Friday, August 22, August 23, 2024, the MKE Fellows hosted the "24th Annual Fellowship Open," an annual golf tournament, celebration and community gathering of friends and supporters who remain dedicated to serving young people in Milwaukee. For 24 years, the Fellowship Open tradition of acknowledging exceptional achievement and recognizing outstanding … [Read more...] about ’24th Annual Fellowship Open’ celebrates friends and supporters while helping youth
National and Local News
Five takeaways from the Democratic National Convention
A month and a day after Democrats made a change, Kamala Harris has the party faithful believing. The vice president’s speech on Thursday, August 22, 2024 capped an ebullient four-day convention in Chicago that showcased the party’s reinvigorated chances against Donald J. Trump in the wake of President Biden’s decision to step aside. Before a convention hall packed with … [Read more...] about Five takeaways from the Democratic National Convention
Outreach Community Health Centers launches new residency program
On Friday, August 16, 2024, Outreach Community Health Centers (OCHC), the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), Froedtert Health, and Children’s Wisconsin hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate their partnership in the development and operation of Wisconsin’s first Teaching Health Center, which facilitates a new family medicine residency, located at Outreach Community Health … [Read more...] about Outreach Community Health Centers launches new residency program
Milwaukee Brewers celebrate history and legacy of the Negro Leagues
On Sunday, August 18, 2024, the Milwaukee Brewers paid tribute to the 1923 Milwaukee Bears and the rich history of the Negro Leagues with the Annual Negro Leagues Tribute Game (NLTG). A pre-game ceremony honored the impact of the Negro Leagues with a meaningful “Pass the Bat” ceremony (top photo, from left) with Dennis Biddle, Larry Hisle, Blake Perkins and RBI Athlete Matthew … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers celebrate history and legacy of the Negro Leagues
The voice and heartbeat of Milwaukee: Remembering Keyon Jackson-Malone
From airwaves to Atkinson Park: A legacy of unity, service, and unshakable community spirit Keyon Lavell Jackson- Malone was more than just a name in Milwaukee; he was the heartbeat of his community. A man who cherished every corner of Atkinson Park. He transformed it into a place of hope by establishing a mobile food pantry that nourished not only stomachs but also … [Read more...] about The voice and heartbeat of Milwaukee: Remembering Keyon Jackson-Malone
Settlement reached between Hyatt Regency Hotel and D’Vontaye Mitchell’s family; jury trial to take place
A settlement has been reached in the D'Vontaye Mitchell case and a criminal trial is in the works. He was the man who died outside the Hyatt Regency Hotel in downtown Milwaukee in June, 2024. The attorney for Mitchell's family, Ben Crump, made the announcement Monday, Aug. 19, 2024 calling the settlement amicable. The terms of the agreement won’t be released, but … [Read more...] about Settlement reached between Hyatt Regency Hotel and D’Vontaye Mitchell’s family; jury trial to take place
10th Annual Bronzeville Sleepover for Education
On Friday and Saturday, August 9-10, 2024 the Historic King Drive BID No. 8 (Business Improvement District) and others were outside in front of Pete’s Fruit Market on the corner of Martin Luther King Drive and North Ave. collecting school supplies for Milwaukee Public Schools’ (MPS) students in need. The ‘School Supply Drive’ has been apart of Bronzeville week for the past … [Read more...] about 10th Annual Bronzeville Sleepover for Education
United Negro College Fund hosts ’40th Annual Walk for Education’
On Saturday, August 10, 2024, The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) hosted its "40th Annual Walk for Education" at Veteran’s Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. The "Walk for Education" helps UNCF raise funds to support black students in their education endeavors. This year's Grand Marshal for the walk was Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson. “UNCF and the Historically Black … [Read more...] about United Negro College Fund hosts ’40th Annual Walk for Education’
Remembering the life of the late Bill Taylor
More than 120 people showed up in person and nearly 100 watched via live video stream as the youngest children of WTMJ-TV Anchor William ‘Bill’ Taylor hosted a celebration of life for him in Milwaukee on Saturday, August 3, 2024, which would have been his 80th birthday. The African-themed celebration took place at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society, 2620 W. Center Street … [Read more...] about Remembering the life of the late Bill Taylor
2024 Primary Election Results
The August partisan primary in Wisconsin determines candidates who will appear on the ballot in the November general election. Wisconsin voters rejected two constitutional amendment questions. The first question essentially asked whether to prohibit the Legislature from giving up its power to spend money; the second question asked whether to require the governor to acquire … [Read more...] about 2024 Primary Election Results