Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson joined Milwaukee faith leaders in demanding immediate change Tuesday, November 30, 2021, after several churches in the past year have received a tax bill from the city of Milwaukee. "This is a Milwaukee tax, time for a change," Jackson said during a news conference at City Hall. "We're going to engage in demonstrations around the … [Read more...] about Rev. Jesse Jackson, faith leaders fight Milwaukee church tax bills
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Milwaukee Times Printing welcomes new co-owner
The HT Group Inc./The Milwaukee Times Printing & Publishing, Co., proudly welcomes Brenda D. Pettis as Co-Owner and Executive Assistant to the President. … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Printing welcomes new co-owner
MHSI hosts ‘ 10th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway’
On Friday, November 19, 2021, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc., held its "10th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner and COVID-19 Safety Kit Giveaway," at their Isaac Coggs Heritage Health Center, 8200 west Silver Spring Drive. In an effort to help feed those in need this Thanksgiving, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI), MHS Health Wisconsin, Social Development Commission, Green Bay … [Read more...] about MHSI hosts ‘ 10th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway’
Milwaukee’s downtown lights up for the holidays
Milwaukee’s downtown was illuminated with more than 500,000 lights and dozens of animated displays during the 23rd annual Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival presented by Johnson Financial Group, Nov. 18, 2021 – Jan. 1, 2022. The celebration kicked off on Thursday, November 18, 2021, with a holiday broadcast on WISN-TV 12, which featured a sampling of downtown’s holiday shows and … [Read more...] about Milwaukee’s downtown lights up for the holidays
New Chief of Police, Jeffrey Norman, is sworn in
It's official, city of Milwaukee native Jeffrey B. Norman was sworn in as Chief of the Milwaukee Police Department. The public ceremony took place on Monday, November 15, 2021, in the Common Council Chambers at Milwaukee's City Hall. Chief Norman was sworn in by the Fire and Police Commission executive director, Leon W. Todd. Mayor Tom Barrett spoke along with Common Council … [Read more...] about New Chief of Police, Jeffrey Norman, is sworn in
Kyle Rittenhouse: Protesters clash with police as anger and division grows over teenager acquitted after killing two people
Kyle Rittenhouse was found not guilty of all charges over the August 2020 shootings in Kenosha, WI. President Joe Biden, who during last year's election campaign tweeted a video that appeared to link Rittenhouse to white supremacists, said he supported the jury's decision and urged Americans to react with calm. "While the verdict in Kenosha will leave many Americans … [Read more...] about Kyle Rittenhouse: Protesters clash with police as anger and division grows over teenager acquitted after killing two people
Your Safe Haven celebrates grand opening
On Saturday, November 13, 2021, newly founded non-profit, Your Safe Haven celebrated its grand opening at 8500 W. Capitol Drive. After hosting a series of events for two months, there was a ribbon cutting ceremony, free food, on-site tours and presentations, information packets for youth and families and much more. For more information about Your Safe Haven's programs and … [Read more...] about Your Safe Haven celebrates grand opening
Alderwoman Milele Coggs hosts 11th Annual Housing Resource Fair
On Saturday, November 13, 2021, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, invited residents to attend the 11th Annual Housing Resource Fair at Northcott Neighborhood House, 2460 N. 6th St. The free event provided residents with information on home financing, home repairs, foreclosure assistance and more and featured virtual workshops and an in-person … [Read more...] about Alderwoman Milele Coggs hosts 11th Annual Housing Resource Fair
Parklawn Assembly of God hosts Milwaukee career and employment summit
On Thursday, November 11, 2021, Parklawn Assembly of God, 3725 N. Sherman Blvd., hosted the Milwaukee Career and Employment Summit. During this uneven recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, job seekers are in high demand by local employers. Yet many job seekers with barriers to employment still are finding it difficult to find a good job with a pathway to a solid career. The … [Read more...] about Parklawn Assembly of God hosts Milwaukee career and employment summit
Cannaan Baptist Church celebrates 8th Anniversary of Rev. Dr. Fredrick E. Jones and First Lady Marian Jones
On Sunday, November 14th, 2021, Canaan Baptist Church, 2975 N. 11th Street, celebrated the 8th Year Anniversary of their Pastor, Rev. Dr, Fredrick E. Jones and First Lady Marian Jones. The theme for this event was "Standing on God's Word," from II Timothy 3:16-17 KJV and keynote speaker was Rev. Joseph H. Jackson, Jr., Pastor of Friendship Baptist Church, Milwaukee, … [Read more...] about Cannaan Baptist Church celebrates 8th Anniversary of Rev. Dr. Fredrick E. Jones and First Lady Marian Jones