On Thursday, November 9, 2023, Milwaukee City Hall hosted the first ever - Tanzania Day at the City Hall Rotunda. The Tanzania Day celebrates the anniversary of the City of Milwaukee and Tarime District, Tanzania Sister Cities program that was established on November 7, 2016. The event started with Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson officially proclaiming that Thursday, November … [Read more...] about Milwaukee City Hall celebrates ‘Tanzania Day’
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Pastor Austin launches ‘Memah’s Gourmet Delights’
In 2023, Pastor Martha Austin (left photo) became the first African American woman with her face on a cake box. Austin, the founder of Memah's Gourmet Delights which launched on March 31, 2023, celebrated with a start-up event at Sonesta Milwaukee West Hotel in Wauwatosa. This is Austin's first venture into mass production. Austin was inducted into the Wisconsin Black History … [Read more...] about Pastor Austin launches ‘Memah’s Gourmet Delights’
Milwaukee’s Bishop Sedgwick Daniels passes; church, community mourn
Members of Milwaukee's Holy Redeemer Institutional Church of God in Christ are in mourning in the wake of Bishop Sedgwick Daniels' death. "He will truly, truly be missed," said Michelle Pitts, a longtime friend of Bishop Daniels. "It is a call you never want to receive about a friend." Pitts owns a funeral home in Milwaukee. Now the person who helps others grieve is … [Read more...] about Milwaukee’s Bishop Sedgwick Daniels passes; church, community mourn
State Senate voting on Brewers funding bill,lawmakers express optimism after 11th hour negotiations
State Sen. Dan Feyen, (R-Fond du Lac) said Republicans will introduce an amendment to the Brewers funding bill that Feyen said will secure the bipartisan votes needed to pass. Just before the session began at 8 a.m., Feyen said the amendment will restore Milwaukee and Milwaukee County's appointees to what would be the new stadium district board and gradually increase a new … [Read more...] about State Senate voting on Brewers funding bill,lawmakers express optimism after 11th hour negotiations
Missy Elliott says ‘words cannot describe’ being first female rapperinducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Missy Elliott still can’t quite believe that she is the first female rap artist to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (RRHOF) on Friday, Nov. 3, 2023. Speaking to Good Morning America‘s (GNA) Robin Roberts on Thursday Nov. 2, 2023, Elliott said she always dreamed of being a “superstar… I never wavered. I never changed. I said it every time,” but after three … [Read more...] about Missy Elliott says ‘words cannot describe’ being first female rapperinducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Tracy Chapman becomes first black female recipient of CMA’s Song of the Year award
In a groundbreaking moment at the Country Music Association Awards (CMA) in Nashville on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023 Tracy Chapman was awarded 'Song of the Year' for her 1988 single, “Fast Car.” This historic win marks a significant milestone: Chapman is the first black songwriter to clinch this accolade since the CMAs began in 1967. “Fast Car,” Chapman’s poignant ballad that … [Read more...] about Tracy Chapman becomes first black female recipient of CMA’s Song of the Year award
GMUL hosts ’38th Annual Black & White Ball’
On Saturday, November 4, 2023, more than 1,100 Milwaukee-area business and community leaders, including many area CEOs, came together to attend the Greater Milwaukee Urban League’s (GMUL) Black and White Ball, which featured a performance by Grammy-nominated R&B and jazz singer Patrice Rushen. The sold-out event was held at the Baird Center in downtown Milwaukee. … [Read more...] about GMUL hosts ’38th Annual Black & White Ball’
Milwaukee NAACP hosts’2023 Freedom Fund Dinner’
On Friday, October 27, 2023, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Milwaukee Branch hosted its annual Freedom Fund Dinner, downtown at the Baird Center 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. The Freedom Fund Dinner is the annual signature event for the NAACP which is the only fundraiser for the branch. The funds generated by the event allow for the furthering of … [Read more...] about Milwaukee NAACP hosts’2023 Freedom Fund Dinner’
Rufus King honors former coaches, players in Athletic Hall of Fame
Building on a long list of accomplishments Coach Derek Gallagher added 'Hall of famer' to the list on November, 5, 2023. At the 5th annual Rufus King Hall of Fame induction banquet, Gallagher was honored for 25 years of leadership and his ability to bring the best out of his players. “My heart pounds,” Gallagher said of his players. “That’s a lot of love but that’s the … [Read more...] about Rufus King honors former coaches, players in Athletic Hall of Fame
Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman injured in car crash
Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffery Norman was injured in a crash following a press conference about reckless driving on Monday, November 6, 2023, police said. A TMJ4 crew was there for the press briefing and saw the chief sitting on the ground with his head bent over. An ambulance later whisked the chief away. The ambulance had a police escort. TMJ4 also saw the chief in a neck … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman injured in car crash