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November 5th, 2025

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‘Bronzeville Sleepover for Education’ to benefit MPS

On Friday, August 12, 2022, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs hosted the 8th annual Bronzeville Sleepover for Education in front of Pete’s Fruit Market, 2323 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. Contributions of school supplies were donated at MLK Dr. and North Ave. in front of Pete’s Fruit Market. All school supply donations will go directly to a Milwaukee Public School in need. … [Read more...] about ‘Bronzeville Sleepover for Education’ to benefit MPS

Members of WI State Legislature meet with MHSI to address public health needs

On Friday, August 12, 2022 a delegation from the Wisconsin State Legislature met with Milwaukee Health Service, Inc.’s (MHSI) President/CEO Dr. Tito Izard for a tour of the facility; and to learn about the history of Milwaukee Health Services, Inc., and the health disparities and legislative needs of the Milwaukee community. In attendance (from left) were Rep. Evan Goyke, … [Read more...] about Members of WI State Legislature meet with MHSI to address public health needs

Brewers and McCutchen tell patrons of Garfield’s 502, ‘This One’s On Me’

On Friday, August 12, 2022, The Milwaukee Brewers continued their "This One's On Me" promotion with outfielder Andrew McCutchen covering the tab for patrons at Garfield's 502, located at 502 W. Garfield Ave. While McCutchen was in the middle of the Brewers' game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Bernie Brewer, Barrelman and a virtual 'who's who' of Black Milwaukee were there in … [Read more...] about Brewers and McCutchen tell patrons of Garfield’s 502, ‘This One’s On Me’

Ald. Ashanti Hamilton appointed director of Milwaukee’s Office of Violence Prevention

They're big shoes to fill as Milwaukee experiences rising violent crime, particularly gun violence, in city streets. Alderman Ashanti Hamilton of the 1st District will lead Milwaukee's Office of Violence Prevention (OVP), after the mayor's office fired former Director Arnitta Holliman earlier this month amid ever-worsening rates of violent crime plaguing the … [Read more...] about Ald. Ashanti Hamilton appointed director of Milwaukee’s Office of Violence Prevention

Canton ‘worth the wait’ for LeRoy Butler

Former Packers safety takes his place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame LeRoy Butler promised to be brief and the former Packers safety was a man of his word. After a 16-year wait, Butler needed roughly five minutes on Saturday, August 6. 2022 to humor those in attendance at Tom Benson Stadium in Canton, OH, and acknowledge the dozens of family, friends, teachers, coaches … [Read more...] about Canton ‘worth the wait’ for LeRoy Butler

Serena Williams announces her retirement from tennis

Tennis legend Serena Williams announced her retirement in a Vogue article published Tuesday, August 9, 2022. “I have never liked the word ‘retirement',” Williams wrote. “Maybe the best word to describe what I’m up to is ‘evolution.’ I’m here to tell you that I’m evolving away from tennis, toward other things that are important to me.” Williams, who turns 41 next month, … [Read more...] about Serena Williams announces her retirement from tennis

Brewers celebrate 40 years of baseball greatness by honoring five great players

On Saturday, August 6, 2022, The Milwaukee Brewers held a special pregame ceremony to honor some of their most prominent past players and club officials as part of the their '40th Anniversary Celebration Weekend.' As part of the weekend, Prince Fielder was enshrined into the Brewers Walk of Fame, the 21st player to be inducted into the prestigious group. Also legends Ryan Braun … [Read more...] about Brewers celebrate 40 years of baseball greatness by honoring five great players

Mary Alice, ‘A Different World’ and ‘Sparkle’ actress, dead at 85: ‘A Shoulder We All Stood On’

Mary Alice, the actress best known for her roles in A Different World and Sparkle, has died. She was 85. Alice died on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at her home in Manhattan, a spokesperson for the NYPD confirmed. A cause of death was not provided. The actress's death was also confirmed by "one of her close friends," according to Philip Lewis of HuffPost, who announced the … [Read more...] about Mary Alice, ‘A Different World’ and ‘Sparkle’ actress, dead at 85: ‘A Shoulder We All Stood On’