On Saturday March 4, 2023, the Grand Executive Board Meeting Northern Region of Eta Phi Beta Sorority hosted a weekend conference in the city of Milwaukee at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center Hotel. The national president Sonda Bradfield and the host chapter Alpha Pi president Terese Robinson put together a well-attended conference, with chapters from all around the USA. On … [Read more...] about Eta Phi Beta Sorority hosts weekend conference, honors legacy of the late Mildred Harpole
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Notice of Spring Election, Special Aldermanic Election, Special County Supervisor Primary Election, Referendums and Sample Ballot April 4, 2023
Notice of Spring Election, Special Aldermanic Election, Special County Supervisor Primary Election, Referendums and Sample Ballot April 4, 2023 OFFICE OF THE MILWAUKEE COUNTY ELECTION COMMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF MILWAUKEE: Notice is hereby given of a spring election to be held in the City of Milwaukee on April 4, 2023, at which the officers named below … [Read more...] about Notice of Spring Election, Special Aldermanic Election, Special County Supervisor Primary Election, Referendums and Sample Ballot April 4, 2023
Mayor Johnson hosts ‘8th Annual UNCF Masked Ball’ to support higher education
On Saturday, March 18, 2023, the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) local area office and the Honorable Mayor Cavalier Johnson hosted the Milwaukee Mayor’s Masked Ball and welcomed more than 300 guests including corporations, dignitaries, civic leaders, public officials, educational leaders, and other partners from across Wisconsin. This special event was held at the Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Mayor Johnson hosts ‘8th Annual UNCF Masked Ball’ to support higher education
Local author and childcare expert releases new book to help families with change
On Saturday, March 18, 2023, Milwaukee native Kelly Melton released her first children's book, "Did You Say Baby?", at a book signing event held at Early View Academy of Excellence, 7132 W. Good Hope Road. The event also celebrated Kelly's 5th year as the owner of The Itsy Bitsy Scholars Childcare Center. The book is about 6-year old Raylan as he prepares for his new sibling … [Read more...] about Local author and childcare expert releases new book to help families with change
Lance Reddick, ‘The Wire’ and ‘John Wick’ actor, dies at 60
Lance Reddick, a character actor who specialized in intense, icy and possibly sinister authority figures on TV and film, including “The Wire,” “Fringe” and the “John Wick” franchise, has died. He was 60. Reddick died “suddenly” Friday, March 17, 2023, his publicist Mia Hansen said in a statement, attributing his death to natural causes. His death was first reported by … [Read more...] about Lance Reddick, ‘The Wire’ and ‘John Wick’ actor, dies at 60
Tyrone Taylor kicks off Sharp Literacy’s Summer Learning Program
Tyrone Taylor and hitting coach Ozzie Timmons talk to kids about the STEAM learning program Milwaukee Brewers Outfielder Tyrone Taylor visited the Silver Spring Neighborhood Center to show students how important STEAM is for their future. Kids and Johnsonville's Famous Racing Sausages participated in different baseball-themed games as the event wound down. The … [Read more...] about Tyrone Taylor kicks off Sharp Literacy’s Summer Learning Program
Word of Hope Ministries, Inc., hosts ‘2nd Annual Diverse Business Summit and Graduation’
On Saturday, March 11, 2023, Word of Hope Ministries, Inc., held its "2nd Annual Diverse Business Summit and Graduation" at Green Tree Preparatory Academy, 6850 N. 58th Street. The event was the culmination of the 8-week Cohort for the Diverse Business Development Program. There were various speakers who provided resources and information to small businesses. It was also an … [Read more...] about Word of Hope Ministries, Inc., hosts ‘2nd Annual Diverse Business Summit and Graduation’
Federal lawsuit: Wisconsin black man arrested while driving with white grandmother sues officers
Akil Carter is suing Wauwatosa police claiming officers violated his civil rights A man claims he was wrongfully pulled over by Wauwatosa police officers, ordered out of the car to his knees at gunpoint and then handcuffed and placed in the back of a squad car, all because he is black. The traffic stop happened in September 2018 near 114th and Burleigh streets near the … [Read more...] about Federal lawsuit: Wisconsin black man arrested while driving with white grandmother sues officers
Presenting the 2023 Black Excellence Award winners and Louvenia Johnson Scholarship recipients
On Friday, February 24, 2023, The Black Excellence/Louvenia Johnson Scholarship Foundation (BLE/LJSF) hosted the 38th Annual Black Excellence Awards at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, 333 W. Kilbourn Ave. Founded in 1986 by Milwaukee Times co-founders the late Nathan Conyers, the late Louvenia Johnson and the late Luther Golden, the event held each February for Black History Month, … [Read more...] about Presenting the 2023 Black Excellence Award winners and Louvenia Johnson Scholarship recipients
Greater Milwaukee Urban League at Auer Avenue to ‘Read to Succeed’
“Read to Succeed” in grades K3 – 2nd at Auer Avenue Elementary School was an investment and commitment by Target, BCDI - Milwaukee and Greater Milwaukee Urban League in the future of our youngest citizens. On Thursday, February 23, 2023, this collaborative team of volunteers donated and assembled decorative bags filled with books to start a home library, a “Read to Succeed” … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League at Auer Avenue to ‘Read to Succeed’