Gov. Tony Evers on Monday, February 6, 2023, announced the appointment of Dr. Joan M. Prince to the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents. The appointment fills the vacancy created by the resignation of Tracey Klein. “Dr. Prince has an impressive and trailblazing career, including earning four degrees from UW-Milwaukee,” said Gov. Evers. “From working on her … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Appoints Dr. Joan M. Prince to UWS Board of Regents
National and Local News
Eight more Memphis police officers to face charges in Tyre Nichols case
Eight more officers with the Memphis Police Department will likely face charges in the aftermath of Tyre Nichols' death last month, officials said on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. During a city council meeting, which focused on officers' conduct during the violent arrest that left Nichols with fatal injuries, the Memphis City Attorney Jennifer Sink spoke alongside Police Chief … [Read more...] about Eight more Memphis police officers to face charges in Tyre Nichols case
MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit featured workshops, vendors, special keynote, and more
On Saturday, January 28, 2023, the Historic King Drive Business Improvement District #8 held the "11th Annual MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit" at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., School, 3275 N. 3rd St. The MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit is held to support the growth of local entrepreneurship and to help innovators stimulate economic development, neighborhood … [Read more...] about MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit featured workshops, vendors, special keynote, and more
500 Black Tuxedos event showcases Milwaukee youth
On Saturday, January 12, 2023, 250 adult males and 250 young men of color, all clad in tuxedos, gathered at the Italian Community Center (ICC), 631 E. Chicago St., to take part in the "5th Annual 500 Black Tuxedos Event." For the past 5 years community leader Andre Lee Ellis, along with We Got This Milwaukee and The CAGE (Community Agricultural Grow Experiences) Milwaukee, … [Read more...] about 500 Black Tuxedos event showcases Milwaukee youth
Historic King Drive BID #8 hosts annual meeting
The business of BID#8 is helping local businesses thrive, a theme emphasized frequently during the organization’s Annual Meeting celebrating 30 years in existence held on January 20, 2023, at Food for Health Milwaukee, a new community organization and BID#8 member located in the former Fein Brothers restaurant supply store at 2007 North Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., … [Read more...] about Historic King Drive BID #8 hosts annual meeting
Here’s how you can celebrate Black History Month in Milwaukee in 2023
February is Black History Month. It’s an opportunity to celebrate and reflect on Black History both local and international. Here are some events you should know about in Milwaukee and ways you can support your community. Milwaukee Film Black History Month 2023: all month Throughout February, Milwaukee Film has organized a slate of film screenings and events as part of … [Read more...] about Here’s how you can celebrate Black History Month in Milwaukee in 2023
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. celebrates 115 years with Hoan Bridge lighting
On Sunday, January 15, 2023, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ® (AKA) Epsilon Kappa Omega (EKΩ) Milwaukee Chapter celebrated the 115th anniversary of their sorority by lighting the Hoan Bridge. Nearly 200 of the 385 members of the Epsilon Kappa Omega Milwaukee Chapter showed up for the bridge lighting. EKΩ Chapter is the first alumnae chapter that was chartered in … [Read more...] about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. celebrates 115 years with Hoan Bridge lighting
National Black Nurse Association chapter hosts installation ceremony
Thursday January 12, 2023, The Milwaukee Chapter of the National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) hosted their installation celebration for their 2023 president and officers at Four Points Sheraton, 8900 N. Kildeer Ct. The local chapter was chartered in 1980 and has played an active role in Milwaukee as a forum for advocacy and implementation strategies that address health … [Read more...] about National Black Nurse Association chapter hosts installation ceremony
After years of delay new King Library coming
Spring groundbreaking planned for complicated project with new library, 93 apartments. After seven years of planning, the development team behind a new Martin Luther King Library branch and connected apartment complex is gearing up for a spring groundbreaking. “This project has been a long time coming,” said Milwaukee Public Library (MPL) construction manager Sam … [Read more...] about After years of delay new King Library coming
Black mayors will lead four largest cities in America following historic midterm wins
For the first time in U.S. history, New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago and Houston all will have black mayors, following Karen Bass' recent victory in the City of Angels When Rep. Karen Bass takes office as the new mayor of Los Angeles next month, the country's four largest cities will all have black leaders. The former state assemblywoman and current U.S. … [Read more...] about Black mayors will lead four largest cities in America following historic midterm wins