Milwaukee Press Club awards local news makers at annual ‘Gridiron Awards’ dinner
Photo by Yvonne Kemp On Friday, May 3, 2024, the Milwaukee Press Club held its Gridiron Dinner at the Pfister Hotel. Since 1957 the Milwaukee Press Club has honored Wisconsin leaders each year with its…
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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Midwest chapters host regional conference
Photos by Kim Robinson On Thursday April 11, 2024 the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Midwest chapters held their regional conference in Milwaukee. The Vice Presidents reception/public program, “Racism is a Public Health Crisis,” was held…
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Rallies held around Wisconsin as state Supreme Court revisits ban on ballot drop boxes
Web Photo The five rallies in support of ballot drop boxes are taking place in Milwaukee, Green Bay, Madison, Wausau and Eau Claire The Wisconsin Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments Monday, May 13, 2024…
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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and protesters agree to end encampment
Web Photo Protesters at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will take down a pro-Palestinian encampment that had stood for two weeks under an agreement reached with the school, university officials said in a statement on Sunday,…
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Editorials
Appreciating teachers
May 6-10 was Teacher Appreciation Week this year, but in an era of headlines and concern about burnout and stress, I join many others who believe teachers should be applauded and deeply appreciated all year…
The best medicine
In 2024 many people are walking around with mental states that cause them anguish. There are millions of people who are angry about something. You have a vast number of people who are walking around…
Christian Times
Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church celebrates 36th anniversary of Pastor G.H. Jolly
Photos by Yvonne Kemp On Saturday, May 4, 2024, Pastor George H. Jolly and First Lady Diane Jolly celebrated 36 years as pastor of Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church. The celebration was held at the…
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A brief listing of Milwaukee’s oldest black churches
By Jerome D. Henderson In the final Book of the New Testament, John, the beloved disciple, wrote a prophetic word of encouragement to seven churches in what is now part of Turkey. At the time…
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Personal Finance and Business
Nine smart ways to spend your tax refund
How to spend the money mindfully Receiving a large tax refund can feel like you won the lottery. For many of us, it’s the biggest paycheck we receive all year. That’s a lot of “extra”…
An introduction to Roxie Hendon: Real estate agent, title closer, sales agent and educator
I am a Milwaukee native who grew up in what is considered one of the worst zip codes for black families in the country-53206. I was raised in a two-parent, blended household with my mom…
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Education
These elementary educators share 314 years of experience and gratitude
Photo by MPS. Pictured are (back row, from left)Anthony McDaniels, 24 years; Sherita Kostuck, 34 years; Stephanie Baade, 33 years; Rozlind Davis, 34 years; Christine LaMarre, 30.7 years; Alida Harris, 20 years; Principal Jason Galien;…
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MPS teacher selected as 2024 State Advocate for Adult Education Fellowship
Photos Courtesy of Ernice Brown Ernice Brown, a Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) educator with 20 years’ experience, has been selected as the 2024 State Advocate for Adult Education Fellowship. For the next year, the Coalition…
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Health and Fitness
Body detox: Three natural detoxes to spring clean your body
An overhaul of clutter and dust that has collected within your personal space over the months is needed. You’re going to put in work to get your space in order, but don’t stop your spring…
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Medical College of WI Cancer Center hosts first-ever ‘Care for the Cancer Caregiver’ event
Web Photo By: William Gooden In an individual’s battle against cancer, there is an unsung hero who is often overlooked; and that person is the patient’s caregiver. The caregiver gives physical and emotional care to…
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What's Happening?
Devona Coggs-Jones celebrates a fabulous 35th birthday
Photos by Yvonne Kemp Milwaukee showed up and showed out to celebrate up and coming event concierge and Milwaukee’s 911 Dispatcher, Devona Coggs-Jones, aka “BabyBoss,” who was showered with love from family, friends, community leaders,…
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Olivia Sue Jones: 70 years young
Photos by Kim Robinson On Saturday May 4, 2024 Olivia Sue Jones celebrated her 70th birthday with family and friends at the Taste of Soul, located at 4706 W. Fond Du Lac Ave. Photos by…
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Lifestyles
Ten life-changing inventions made by black women
While you might not think about who was behind some of the technology taken for granted daily, it might surprise you to know how many come from black women. Throughout history, black women have inspired…
Black leaders who are shaping history today
Black Americans have played a crucial role in helping to advance America’s business, political and cultural landscape into what it is today. And since 1976, every U.S. president has designated the month of February as…