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
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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
Tammy Baldwin surprises Community Baptist Church member
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) made a surprise visit to Community Baptist Church of Greater Milwaukee, 2249 N. Sherman Blvd., on Sunday, August 4, 2024 to express her appreciation to church member Herbert Renfro for appearing in her campaign advertisements. The company where Renfro, a recent retired, and had bee employed for many years, suddenly and without cause or warning … [Read more...] about Tammy Baldwin surprises Community Baptist Church member
Milwaukee Community Journal celebrates 48th anniversary
On Sunday, August 4, 2024, the Milwaukee Community Journal (MCJ), Milwaukee's oldest African American community publication, celebrated its 48th anniversary with a brunch at the Italian Community Center, Inc., 631 E Chicago St. The theme for this year was "Health & Wellness: Links to Success" and featured TV news anchor, author and health advocate Vivian King as the keynote … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Community Journal celebrates 48th anniversary
Who is Tim Walz, the Minnesota governor Kamala Harris picked to be V.P.?
Walz captured Democrats’ attention with his “weird” takedown of Republicans. Here’s a look at the new vice-presidential candidate. A couple of weeks ago, few Democrats could have identified Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota. But in a matter of weeks, Walz has garnered an enthusiastic following in his party, particularly among the liberals who cheer on his progressive policies … [Read more...] about Who is Tim Walz, the Minnesota governor Kamala Harris picked to be V.P.?
Ballot drop boxes reopen in Milwaukee, other suburbs
Absentee boxes were banned for several years before recent court ruling Shut down for years by a state Supreme Court ruling, absentee ballot drop boxes are reappearing in Wisconsin this week, given a new lease on life. "The Milwaukee Election Commission has been working diligently to get our drop boxes back in operation," said Milwaukee Election Commission Executive … [Read more...] about Ballot drop boxes reopen in Milwaukee, other suburbs
2024 Olympics had the first-ever gymnastics podium composed entirely of black female medalist
Simone Biles, Jordan Chiles and Rebeca Andrade made Olympic history at the 2024 Summer Games as the first all-black gymnastics podium finishers. Andrade, 25, won gold in the floor final on Monday, August 5, 2024 at the Bercy Arena in Paris, with 27-yearold Biles earning silver and Chiles, 23, taking home the bronze. Monday's medals marked the first time in Olympic … [Read more...] about 2024 Olympics had the first-ever gymnastics podium composed entirely of black female medalist
Notice of Partisan Primary and Sample Ballot August 13, 2024
Notice of Partisan Primary and Sample BallotAugust 13, 2024 OFFICE OF THE MILWAUKEE COUNTY ELECTION COMMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF MILWAUKEE: Notice is hereby given of a partisan primary election to be held in the City of Milwaukee on August 13, 2024, at which the nominees for the offices named below shall be chosen. The names of the candidates for each … [Read more...] about Notice of Partisan Primary and Sample Ballot August 13, 2024