The Wisconsin African American Women’s (WAAW) Center held its "24th Annual Faces of Hope Hat Luncheon" on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at the WAAW Center, 3020 W. Vliet St. The theme for this year was "Living Legacies" and the Mistress of Ceremonies was Dr. Janice R. Pugh (middle photo). Comedian Inger “Spitfire” Henderson, the auctioneer for the bidding on the hats the models wore, … [Read more...] about African American Women’s Center celebrates ’24th Annual Faces of Hope Hat Luncheon’
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Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., celebrates Senior Week in Milwaukee
On Monday, May 13, 2024, the men of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Milwaukee Alumni Chapter presented a donation to Northcott Neighborhood House. From May 13 through May 19, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity celebrated senior citizens, recognizing they are the staple in our communities. The Senior Kappa Affairs Endowment Fund presented Northcott Neighborhood House with $1000.00 to … [Read more...] about Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., celebrates Senior Week in Milwaukee
Family of Sade Robinson accepts posthumous MATC degree in 19-year-old’s honor
Milwaukee woman believed to have been murdered was set to graduate at Sunday ceremony. Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) awarded a posthumous degree to the family of Sade Robinson, at a commencement ceremony Sunday, May 19, 2024. Prosecutors say 19-year-old Robinson was killed and dismembered in April. Someone found Robinson's severed leg in a Cudahy park on April … [Read more...] about Family of Sade Robinson accepts posthumous MATC degree in 19-year-old’s honor
Dalvery Blackwell receives honorary degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin
On Friday, May 17, 2024, the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) hosted their annual commencement ceremony at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena. Degrees were conferred upon more than 300 students who graduated from MCW’s School of Medicine, School of Pharmacy and the School of Graduate Studies. MCW also conferred seven honorary degrees. One of these was to Dalvery Blackwell, co-founder … [Read more...] about Dalvery Blackwell receives honorary degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin
Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church celebrates 36th anniversary of Pastor G.H. Jolly
On Saturday, May 4, 2024, Pastor George H. Jolly and First Lady Diane Jolly celebrated 36 years as pastor of Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church. The celebration was held at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel with a dinner and musical tribute. Doc Smith & the Disciples, Mt. Pilgrim MBC Praise Team, Mime Dancers, and Minister Geraldo Rivas. Key speakers included: Pastor … [Read more...] about Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church celebrates 36th anniversary of Pastor G.H. Jolly
Milwaukee Press Club awards local news makers at annual ‘Gridiron Awards’ dinner
On Friday, May 3, 2024, the Milwaukee Press Club held its Gridiron Dinner at the Pfister Hotel. Since 1957 the Milwaukee Press Club has honored Wisconsin leaders each year with its Headliner Award. The list of winners is a who’s who of Wisconsin greats from the worlds of politics, business, sports, religion, entertainment and the media. The Headliner Award is presented each … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Press Club awards local news makers at annual ‘Gridiron Awards’ dinner
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Midwest chapters host regional conference
On Thursday April 11, 2024 the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Midwest chapters held their regional conference in Milwaukee. The Vice Presidents reception/public program, "Racism is a Public Health Crisis," was held at the Baird Center. There were more than 3000 men of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity that attended the conference. The master of ceremonies Ronald D. Stovall, Jr., PMP … [Read more...] about Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Midwest chapters host regional conference
Rallies held around Wisconsin as state Supreme Court revisits ban on ballot drop boxes
The five rallies in support of ballot drop boxes are taking place in Milwaukee, Green Bay, Madison, Wausau and Eau Claire The Wisconsin Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments Monday, May 13, 2024 regarding a case that revisits the 2022 decision to ban ballot drop boxes. As the justices listen in court, rallies are mobilizing around the state in support of the boxes. In … [Read more...] about Rallies held around Wisconsin as state Supreme Court revisits ban on ballot drop boxes
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and protesters agree to end encampment
Protesters at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will take down a pro-Palestinian encampment that had stood for two weeks under an agreement reached with the school, university officials said in a statement on Sunday, May 12, 2024. The encampment, believed to be the last one standing at a Wisconsin college, will be gone by Tuesday, May 14, they said. School officials had … [Read more...] about University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and protesters agree to end encampment
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority celebrates ‘6th Annual AKA Day at the Derby’
On Saturday, May 4, 2024, the Diamond Jubilee Pearls Foundation of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter celebrated '6th Annual AKA Day at the Derby', the Foundation's signature fundraiser. Held annually on the first Saturday in May this years' event coincided with the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby, 'AKA Day at the Derby' and was held at The Preserve … [Read more...] about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority celebrates ‘6th Annual AKA Day at the Derby’