Clive Davis, the legendary music producer of industry icons from Janis Joplin and Whitney Houston to Billy Joel and Santana, has died. Davis, famously dubbed “the man with the golden ears,” was 94. His family confirmed his death in a social media post. Davis’s family remembered him as both “a towering figure whose influence changed music forever” as well as “the man who … [Read more...] about Clive Davis, Legendary Music Producer Passes at Age 94
Obituaries
The Story of Lieutenant Colonel Corrine “Coco” Burnett
An Outstanding Black Woman in U.S. History who lived right here in Milwaukee, Wisconsin By Carmen A. Murguia,Milwaukee Black Media “The courage and dedication of women in the military is nothing short of remarkable.”-A well-known saying in the United States Army The City of Milwaukee has lost a true decorated soldier, accomplished nurse and educator, incredible … [Read more...] about The Story of Lieutenant Colonel Corrine “Coco” Burnett
The Legacy of a Godly Woman: Dr. Louise A. Mormon
It was on May 29, 1931 that God saw fit to bring into this world a tiny little girl in a tiny little city called England, Arkansas. Her parents were Ulysses and Corrine Turner, and she was the oldest of 5 girls: Lucy B., Mae Doris, Artellis, and Erlene. Ulysses and Corrine gave the name of Anna Louise to their little bundle of joy. At some point in life, Anna Louise decided she … [Read more...] about The Legacy of a Godly Woman: Dr. Louise A. Mormon
Lucille Berrien, courageous community leader, passes away
Lucille Berrien, courageous community leader, passes awayLucille Berrien, a long@me community leader, political organizer, and beloved family matriarch, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026, surrounded by family. Berrien was 98 years young. Berrien was the first Black woman to run for mayor of Milwaukee in 1972 and worked alongside Father James Groppi during Milwaukee’s fair … [Read more...] about Lucille Berrien, courageous community leader, passes away
Trailblazing Black Milwaukee Physician Dr. William Finlayson Dies at 101
Dr. William Finlayson, one of Milwaukee's trailblazing Black doctors, has died. Finlayson's family announced his death on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Finlayson was the first Black obstetrician at St. Joseph's and Mt. Sinai hospitals in Milwaukee. He delivered thousands of babies in his 50-plus-year medical career. He also marched for civil rights alongside his friend and … [Read more...] about Trailblazing Black Milwaukee Physician Dr. William Finlayson Dies at 101
Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr., a Civil Rights Icon, Passes at 84
The Rev. Jesse Jackson, the Baptist minister and two-time presidential candidate whose booming oratory and populist message propelled the Civil Rights Movement in the decades after the assassination Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., died Tuesday, February 16, 2026, his family said. He was 84. "Our father was a servant leader — not only to our family, but to the oppressed, … [Read more...] about Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr., a Civil Rights Icon, Passes at 84
Remembering Community Activist Viola “Vi” Hawkins
Viola (Vi) Riser Hawkins was born to the union of the late Deacon John, Sr. and Lenory Riser of Grayson, LA, on October 12, 1939. She was the 10th of the couple’s 12 children and was loved by all. She confessed her hope in Christ at an early age and joined Cedar Grove Baptist Church. She was a loyal and devoted member, serving diligently until she left home. She continued … [Read more...] about Remembering Community Activist Viola “Vi” Hawkins
Remembering the Late Rev. William Jackson
On December 1, 2025, the Rev. William Jackson passed away peacefully. Pastor Jackson was one of the longest serving Baptist Pastor in General Baptist State Convention of Wisconsin. Rev. Jackson was the oldest of seven children and was raised on his grandfather’s farm in Alabama for the first 12 years of his life. That upbringing provided him with an early start when it came … [Read more...] about Remembering the Late Rev. William Jackson
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, ‘Cosby Show’ actor, dies at 54 in Costa Rica drowning
Source: AP News Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who as teenage son Theo Huxtable on “The Cosby Show” was central to a cultural phenomenon that helped define the 1980s, died at age 54 in an accidental drowning in Costa Rica, authorities there said Monday, July 21, 2025. Costa Rica’s Judicial Investigation Department said Warner drowned Sunday, July 20, 2025 a beach on Costa Rica’s … [Read more...] about Malcolm-Jamal Warner, ‘Cosby Show’ actor, dies at 54 in Costa Rica drowning
Remembering Jerrel Jones, a force in Wisconsin black journalism
By William Gooden While some called Jerrel W. Jones, founder and CEO of Courier Communication, a pioneer in Wisconsin black media, it would be more appropriate to have called him a force in black journalism. Jones was the son of Dr. Mary Ellen Strong, who owned the Milwaukee Defender Weekly Newspaper the only newspaper “of and by” the African American community during her … [Read more...] about Remembering Jerrel Jones, a force in Wisconsin black journalism