On Friday March 7, 2025, the City of Milwaukee installed street signs on North Teutonia Avenue between WestCenter Street and West Clark Street, renaming Teutonia to honor Judge Clarence R. Parrish Street. His daughterAtty. Shelia M. Parrish-Spence, JD, MSE licensed lawyer for State of Wisconsin was present along withfamily members for the unveiling of the street sign in her … [Read more...] about Honorable Judge Clarence R. Parrish honored with street naming
Street Renaming
Milwaukee Community Journal celebrates 48th anniversary
On Sunday, August 4, 2024, the Milwaukee Community Journal (MCJ), Milwaukee's oldest African American community publication, celebrated its 48th anniversary with a brunch at the Italian Community Center, Inc., 631 E Chicago St. The theme for this year was "Health & Wellness: Links to Success" and featured TV news anchor, author and health advocate Vivian King as the keynote … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Community Journal celebrates 48th anniversary
Street renamed to honor Rev. Claude Edwards, Faith Temple COGIC founder
On Friday, November 17, 2023, the family of the late Rev. Claude Edwards hosted a celebration in honor of the late pastor and founder of Faith Temple Church of God in Christ. He passed away in 2020 at age 96. Rev. Edwards was a pillar in our community with unwavering dedication to Faith Temple Church, where he thrived for the betterment of the lives of his congregation and the … [Read more...] about Street renamed to honor Rev. Claude Edwards, Faith Temple COGIC founder
Dr. William Finlayson Street honors Milwaukee doctor, city icon
Milwaukee leaders gathered to rename North 5th Street as Dr. William Finlayson Street on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. While streets are often renamed, the Bronzeville District name change highlighted an important player in the city's African American history. "Dr. Finlayson is among that group that we call the greatest in their generation," said former Milwaukee Acting … [Read more...] about Dr. William Finlayson Street honors Milwaukee doctor, city icon
Dr. Finlayson honored by Milwaukee Common Council with street renaming
On Tuesday, November 22, 2002, at City Hall, 200 East Wells Street, the Milwaukee Common Council voted to rename the road between West Capitol Drive and West Walnut Street — formerly North 5th Street to Dr. William Finlayson Street. Dr. Finlayson, age 97, is a beloved obstetrician and gynecologist who practiced for nearly 40 years, delivering thousands of babies. Finlayson … [Read more...] about Dr. Finlayson honored by Milwaukee Common Council with street renaming
The rest of 3rd Street renamed in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
On Monday, January 17, 2022, city dignitaries and community leaders gathered at the corner of 3rd and Wisconsin, on Dr. Martin Luther, Jr. Day to pay tribute to the great civil rights leader by re-naming the rest of 3rd Street, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. Originally, King Drive ran north from McKinley to West Capitol Drive; now everything from McKinley south to Wisconsin … [Read more...] about The rest of 3rd Street renamed in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
City honors late civil rights advocate Vel R. Phillips with street naming
On Tuesday, August 7, 2018, the City of Milwaukee along with the Bader Foundation and Alderwoman Milele Coggs held a special street renaming ceremony at North 4th Street and West North Avenue to honor the late civil rights advocate Vel Phillips. The intersection will now be known as North Vel R. Phillips Ave. The renaming celebration was part of the "6th Annual Bronzeville … [Read more...] about City honors late civil rights advocate Vel R. Phillips with street naming