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
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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’
Word of Hope Ministries host 6th graduation for Diverse Business Program
On Saturday, April 6, 2024, Word of Hope Ministries held its "Diverse Business Summit and Co-Hort 6 Graduation" at the Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North Shore, 8900 N. Kildeer Ct. There were various speakers who provided resources and information to the small businesses/graduates. It was also an opportunity for the small businesses to practice networking and to become … [Read more...] about Word of Hope Ministries host 6th graduation for Diverse Business Program
Department of Neighborhood Services began inspecting public housing buildings
This comes after public housing tenants accused the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee of not responding to complaints After years of complaints of rodents, roaches and mold city inspectors with the Department of Neighborhood Services (DNS) began inspecting Housing Authority- owned buildings Monday, May 6, 2024. Public housing tenants, like Carmella Holloway, … [Read more...] about Department of Neighborhood Services began inspecting public housing buildings
Mayor Johnson replaces Milwaukee’s election chief 6 months before 2024 election
Announces four additional new heads for leadership positions Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson on Monday, May 6, 2024, announced several changes and additions to the leadership staff in his administration. According to a news release, Paulina Gutiérrez was nominated to serve as the Executive Director of Milwaukee’s Election Commission. In that role, Gutiérrez will … [Read more...] about Mayor Johnson replaces Milwaukee’s election chief 6 months before 2024 election
Join our ‘Discover Wellness Walk’ on May 18
By RISE Drug Free MKE Join RISE Drug Free MKE and Community Advocates Public Policy Institute on Saturday, May 18, for a free community event highlighting Mental Health Awareness. The Discover Wellness Walk is a family-friendly event that will take place from 10 a.m. to 12 noon in Cathedral Square Park. It will include seven stations where community partners will share … [Read more...] about Join our ‘Discover Wellness Walk’ on May 18
Milwaukee Brewers celebrate Jackie Robinson Day
On Monday, April 15, 2024, the Milwaukee Brewers celebrated Jackie Robinson Day at American Family Field. The Northcott Neighborhood House Seniors were invited to come to watch the Milwaukee Brewers play the San Diego Padres. The seniors enjoyed the game in one of the Brewers suites. Some of the seniors commented, “This is my first time at the stadium.” It didn’t matter to them … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers celebrate Jackie Robinson Day
Trinity MBC hosts ‘Annual Choir Fashion Show’
On Saturday, April 27, 2024, Trinity Missionary Baptist Church, 2829 N. Teutonia Ave., held its Trinity’s Choir Annual Fashion Show. Fashion is not something that exists in "dress only," "Fashion is in the sky, and in the street. Fashion has to do with ideas and the way we live. Fashion is what’s happening." This was the theme of the day. The fashion show started with a … [Read more...] about Trinity MBC hosts ‘Annual Choir Fashion Show’
Milwaukee social services agency abruptly shuts down
Closure of Social Development Commission prompted by 'misallocation of funding' A social services agency that’s been a lifeline in Milwaukee for more than 60 years has abruptly shut down. The Social Development Commission (SDC) had three locations in Milwaukee and one in West Allis. The sudden closure has left both employees and clients in the lurch. For decades, the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee social services agency abruptly shuts down
Milwaukee County supervisors sworn in
On Monday, April 15, 2024, new and returning Milwaukee County Board Supervisors were sworn in at the Milwaukee County Courthouse. Pictured are (from top left photo) Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson, 10th District; Priscilla E. Coggs- Jones, 13th District (2nd Vice-Chair); Sequanna Taylor, 5th District; Willie Johnson, Jr., 2nd District; and Felesia A. Martin, 7th District. As of … [Read more...] about Milwaukee County supervisors sworn in