On June 14, 2025, X-Men United, LLC. and Wisconsin Community Services (WCS) celebrated their 4th annual Juneteenth community flag raising event at Atkinson Triangle Park, where the flag will fly all year long. The park is on the annual Juneteenth parade route and the flag serves as a centerpiece for the route. In attendance was Mayor Cavalier Johnson, WCS President Clarence … [Read more...] about Atkinson neighborhood raises Juneteenth flag to kick off celebrations
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Southeast Wisconsin joins nationwide ‘No Kings’ protests against Trump
Organizers estimated around 10,000 people attended the protest in Milwaukee. More than 50 known locations across Wisconsin came together to join the nationwide "No Kings" protests against President Donald Trump's second-term agenda on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The protests were held the same day as a military parade in Washington, DC, celebrating the Army's 250th … [Read more...] about Southeast Wisconsin joins nationwide ‘No Kings’ protests against Trump
Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. Milwaukee Chapter host 61st Founders’ Day in Milwaukee
On Saturday, June 14, 2025, Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. (TLOD) Milwaukee Chapter hosted the Area III North Cluster for the 61st Founders’ Day in Milwaukee at the Four Points by Sheraton Airport hotel. The Milwaukee Chapter was the host chapter for the first time since 2017. More than 200 members joined in the recognition of the organization's founding in Tyler, TX on … [Read more...] about Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. Milwaukee Chapter host 61st Founders’ Day in Milwaukee
Sade Robinson killer found guilty
A Milwaukee man has been found guilty of killing and dismembering a 19-year-old college student on their first date. On Friday, June 6, 2025, Maxwell Anderson, 34, was convicted of first-degree intentional homicide, dismembering a corpse, arson and hiding a corpse in connection with the April 2024 death of Sade Carleena Robinson, the Associated Press (AP) and local outlet … [Read more...] about Sade Robinson killer found guilty
Spann Foundation celebrates 22nd Annual Scholarship Brunch
On Saturday, May 24, 2025, The Spann Foundation celebrated its 22nd Annual Scholarship Brunch with an “All White Affair” at the Four Points by Sheraton-North Shore, 8900 North Kildeer Court. The Spann Scholarship Foundation was established by Dr. Wilma Spann, a retired MPS administrator, to honor the life and legacy of her late husband, Rev. James W. Spann, II, and their … [Read more...] about Spann Foundation celebrates 22nd Annual Scholarship Brunch
Sly Stone, visionary funk frontman of the Family Stone, has died at age 82
Sly Stone, the remarkable, eccentric frontman, singer, songwriter and producer of his family group, Sly & the Family Stone, died in Los Angeles on Monday, June 9, 2025. The musical icon had been battling lung disease, according to a statement provided by his family. He was 82. "While we mourn his absence, we take solace in knowing that his extraordinary musical legacy … [Read more...] about Sly Stone, visionary funk frontman of the Family Stone, has died at age 82
New Horizon Center grand opening and ribbon cutting marks new chapter
A powerful new chapter began on Thursday, May 29, 2025, as New Horizon Center, Inc., and Catherine Early Childhood Development Center celebrated their grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony at 2709 N. 32nd St., located within The Community Within the Corridor development. The event brought together city and county leaders, community members, and supporters for an … [Read more...] about New Horizon Center grand opening and ribbon cutting marks new chapter
Barbara Goodman celebrates a very special Mother’s Day reunion
On Sunday, May 11, 2025, Barbara Goodman celebrated a very special Mother's Day when she was reunited with her biological siblings including brother Kenneth Morse; and sisters Debra Brister and Jacqueline Blackwell. The Mother's Day reunion began a few years earlier during Thanksgiving, when in conversations with her granddaughter, LaToya Goodman, Barbara revealed that … [Read more...] about Barbara Goodman celebrates a very special Mother’s Day reunion
There’s another phishing scam going around, Wisconsin DMV warns
There's another phishing scam going around that consumers should be aware of, according to the Wisconsin Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). In this latest scam, scammers who are pretending to be from the DMV are sending texts that attempt to get people to click on fraudulent links, or reveal their personal information. Consumers should be on the lookout for texts that … [Read more...] about There’s another phishing scam going around, Wisconsin DMV warns
Local lawmakers push for sprinklers in apartments after weekend fires displaced 37
In less than 10 hours, two separate fires broke out at Milwaukee apartment buildings, both without sprinklers, leaving 37 people displaced and injuring a firefighter and a resident. Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski took to X (formally Twitter), saying, "We need to stop sacrificing SURVIVABILITY for AFFORDABILITY." It's a conversation that started when five people were … [Read more...] about Local lawmakers push for sprinklers in apartments after weekend fires displaced 37