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
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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
The Milwaukee Brewers honor our service members with ‘Military Appreciation Day’
On Monday, May 26, 2025, the Milwaukee Brewers recognized the service and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes during their home game against the Boston Red Sox at American Family Field as part of their " Military Appreciation Day." The Brewers honored active-duty and veteran service men and women representing each of the six branches of the U.S. military. This special event was … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Brewers honor our service members with ‘Military Appreciation Day’
MATC graduates nearly 1,700 students at 2025 spring commencement
On Saturday, May 17, 2025, Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) hosted its 2025 Spring Commencement at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena. Nearly 1,700 students were eligible to receive associate degrees, technical diplomas, apprenticeship diplomas and adult high school diplomas. In addition, 28 candidates for graduation who have served in the U.S. military received red, white and … [Read more...] about MATC graduates nearly 1,700 students at 2025 spring commencement
Friends and family of Sade Robinson stand united for justice ahead of trial
More than a year after the death of 19-year-old Sade Robinson, the man accused of her murder, Maxwell Anderson, will stand trial this week in Milwaukee County. More than a year after the death of 19-year-old Sade Robinson, the man accused of her murder, Maxwell Anderson, will stand trial this week in Milwaukee County. Robinson, a criminal justice student at Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Friends and family of Sade Robinson stand united for justice ahead of trial
Milwaukee health officials push back on latest RFK comments about MPS lead crisis
Milwaukee's health department said Friday, May 23, 2025, U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., "continues to misstate the facts" about an ongoing lead crisis in several of the city's public schools. Kennedy appeared on CNN Thursday night for an interview segment and was asked about the federal response to the findings of dangerously high lead levels in at least nine … [Read more...] about Milwaukee health officials push back on latest RFK comments about MPS lead crisis