The proposal comes during a time of rising homicide rates and other issues citywide Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson made his first budget proposal as mayor Tuesday, September 20, 2022, morning. It provides an inside look at how Johnson plans to tackle the issues facing Milwaukee. It comes at a time of skyrocketing homicide rates, domestic violence upticks, reckless … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson makes $1.7-billion budget proposal
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Northwest Funeral Chapel hosts ‘2022 Back-to-School Supply Giveaway’
On August 20, 2022, Northwest Funeral Chapel along with Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc. - Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter hosted their "2022 Back-to-School Supply Giveaway," at Northwest's Family Activity Center, 4034 W. Good Hope Rd. The event included free book bags and supplies for children grades 1st-8th, free hair cuts, food by Pop's BBQ, free information, and live music by DJ Special K. … [Read more...] about Northwest Funeral Chapel hosts ‘2022 Back-to-School Supply Giveaway’
Mt. Carmel hosts ‘2022 Back-to-School Book Bag Giveaway’
On Saturday, August 27, 2022, organizations and churches from all around the city of Milwaukee participated in Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church and ODUA Association in Milwaukee's "Back-to-School Book Bag Giveaway." This event provided one free back pack and school supplies to start the school year. The event was hosted by Mt. Carmel pastor Rev. Dr. Hugh Davis, Jr. … [Read more...] about Mt. Carmel hosts ‘2022 Back-to-School Book Bag Giveaway’
Black women in TV won big at the 2022 Emmys
The Emmys returned to Los Angeles for another year on September 12, 2022, celebrating the best of television over the last year. Some of the biggest names in showbiz were in attendance, from Zendaya to Laverne Cox, RuPaul and Michelle Visage, Lizzo, Murray Bartlett, Jennifer Coolidge and many more. The stars took to the yellow carpet to commemorate another year of … [Read more...] about Black women in TV won big at the 2022 Emmys
Local Milwaukee Bishop opens community health clinic
On Saturday, August 20, 2022, Bishop Sedgwick Daniels (right), who serves as pastor of the Holy Redeemer Church of God in Christ, along with representatives from Anthem Healthcare and the city of Milwaukee, celebrated the ribbon-cutting for the new CH Mason Community Health Clinic, 3500 West Mother Daniels Way. After originally opening in 2008, the clinic was first run under … [Read more...] about Local Milwaukee Bishop opens community health clinic
The Links, Inc., host ‘8th Annual Denim and Diamonds Gala’
On September 9,2022, the members of the Cream City (WI) chapter of the Links, Inc., will present its "8th Annual Denim and Diamonds Gala" on a virtual format. This gala is the organization's annual fundraiser and "Denim and Diamonds" is its signature event. The theme this year is "Celebrating Black Entrepreneurship." During the presentation, the chapter will honor three … [Read more...] about The Links, Inc., host ‘8th Annual Denim and Diamonds Gala’
American Legion District #5 seeks to raise funds to repair landmark
In 1931 The American Legion Milwaukee Memorial Monument was erected at Reservoir Park, 626 East North Avenue, on the east hill of Kilbourn Reservoir Park; it’s the only American Legion Star emblem of its size in the United States. The monument template was initially filled with live flowers and plants and was maintained by the City of Milwaukee Water Works Department, but was … [Read more...] about American Legion District #5 seeks to raise funds to repair landmark
Campaign For Tobacco-Free Kids brings national youth advocacy tour to Milwaukee
On Wednesday, August 24 and Thursday August 25, 2022, the Campaign For Tobacco-Free Kids, in partnership with the Wisconsin African American Tobacco Prevention Network and Wisconsin Tobacco Prevention and Poverty Network, brought its 2022 Youth Advocacy Tour to Milwaukee. The two-day event featured a Community Dinner and Celebration on Wednesday, August 24 at the African … [Read more...] about Campaign For Tobacco-Free Kids brings national youth advocacy tour to Milwaukee
The Business Council’s 23rd Annual Strategic Partnership Luncheon features founders of largest black-owned laundry detergent company in America
The Business Council hosted the organization's 23rd Annual Strategic Partnership Luncheon - Selectively Hustle on Thursday, August 25, 2022 at the Wisconsin Club (City Club), 900 W. Wisconsin Ave. The Luncheon featured Ali B. Muhammad and Abdur Rahim Shaheed, two of the founders of The True Products LLC, a veteran-owned, international, premier provider of household cleaning … [Read more...] about The Business Council’s 23rd Annual Strategic Partnership Luncheon features founders of largest black-owned laundry detergent company in America
Local photojournalist Yvonne Kemp honored as pioneer and advocate
On Sunday, August 21, 2022, local photojournalist Yvonne Kemp was honored for her 80th birthday as well as her work in the community at the Wisconsin African American Women's Center, 3020 W. Vliet St. Originally trained in accounting, Yvonne has worked for a number of organizations, including SDC, over the years. But it was her brother, the late Harry Kemp, who got her into … [Read more...] about Local photojournalist Yvonne Kemp honored as pioneer and advocate