On Saturday, November 4, 2023, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Milwaukee Delta Kappa Chapter welcomed their new members during the C. Rodgers Wilson Leadership Conference hosted by Zeta Pi Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., at Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville, IL. This year's inductees included Thomas Leonard, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee (political science … [Read more...] about New members for Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Milwaukee Chapter
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‘Leap into Wellness’ hosts mental illness summit
On Saturday October 28, 2023, former Green Packer and Hall of Fammer, LeRoy Butler, held a Mental Health Summit at the Baird Center located in downtown Milwaukee. The summit was well attended by guest speakers from the community including Police Chief Jeffrey Norman, Milwaukee County Sheriff Denita Ball, and so many more who spoke on how we as a community embrace mental health. … [Read more...] about ‘Leap into Wellness’ hosts mental illness summit
Summerfest 2023: The biggest year yet for the annual music festival
For the past three weekends Milwaukee's annual music festival, Summerfest, hosted music acts big and small on their many stages at Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr. On Saturday, July 8, 2023, the following Summerfest acts helped close out the festival: Smokey Robinson (left photo) on the Uline Stage and Ne-Yo (middle photo) on the BMO Pavilion stage. Friday last week … [Read more...] about Summerfest 2023: The biggest year yet for the annual music festival
Mayor Johnson delivers ‘State of the City 2023’ address
On Monday, June 26, 2023, Mayor Cavalier Johnson offered an upbeat assessment of Milwaukee’s present and future during his second State of the City speech at Henry Maier Festival Park. The mayor’s speech touted a vision of “One Milwaukee,” a city that celebrates its diversity and embraces “shared desires for public safety, equitable economic opportunity and city services that … [Read more...] about Mayor Johnson delivers ‘State of the City 2023’ address
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Cookout 2023
On Saturday, June 18, 2023, the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., held its annual all city cookout at McGovern Park. It was well attended by the other fraternities, sororities and the public. … [Read more...] about Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Cookout 2023
Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce hosts ’21st Annual Men Who Cook’
On Saturday, June 17, 2023, the Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce hosted "A Taste of Black Milwaukee" dining event and featuring the "21st Annual Men Who Cook" competition at the Destiny Youth Plaza, 7220 N. 76th St. The event was hosted by comedian D-Rock and featured guest celebrity cook, singer Rodney Poe. Also at the event DJ Jay B. Fresh and DJ Worldwing provided music … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce hosts ’21st Annual Men Who Cook’
Bucks lost game 1 to Heat 130 to 117; Giannis, Herro injured
On Sunday April 16, 2023 the #1 seed Milwaukee Bucks lost to the Miami Heat 130 to 117. The Bucks came out a little flat 2 for 9 from the three point range and did not take advantage of the short game they continued to shoot the three with no success. Giannis Antetokounmpo (the Greek Freak) went in for a layup against center Kevin Love and was charged with a foul, as he fell to … [Read more...] about Bucks lost game 1 to Heat 130 to 117; Giannis, Herro injured
Balloon release in memory of late NDHS principal Keith Carrington
On Monday April 11, 2023, the family and friends of the late Keith Carrington, past principal of North Division High School, held a balloon release at North Division High School football field and was well attended. Keith died last year after having surgery in the hospital, he would have been 49 years of age on April 11, 2023. … [Read more...] about Balloon release in memory of late NDHS principal Keith Carrington
AKA’s host 89th Central Regional Conference
On Friday April 7, 2023, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. held its 89th Central Regional Conference at the Wisconsin Center in downtown Milwaukee. The theme of the conference was, "A Confident and Captivating Region Soaring through the Journey of a Lifetime in a Great Place on a Great Lake." The guest speaker was Judge Mablean Ephriam (upper, right photo) presiding judge on … [Read more...] about AKA’s host 89th Central Regional Conference
Milwaukee Public Schools hosts annual Poetry Slam
On Wednesday, March 22, 2023, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) hosted thier annual "Poetry Slam" at the MPS Central Services Auditorium, 5225 W. Vliet St. The original poetry was written and performed by MPS students from 2nd to 11th grades. Pictured are Aubrey Zell (5th, 95th St.), Mariana Mitchell (2nd, Clemens), Uriel Guzman (6th, Longfellow), Arielle Harris (5th, 95th St.), … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Public Schools hosts annual Poetry Slam