Who is J.D. Vance? What we know about Donald Trump’s VP pick
U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance of Ohio was named by former President Donald Trump as his vice presidential running mate on Monday, July 15, 2024. Vance, a 39-year-old venture capitalist and “Hillbilly Elegy”...
View ArticleRNC begins in Milwaukee: Mayor Johnson highlights unity and security
Mayor Johnson addresses the city’s commitment to safety and community unity during the high-profile event As Milwaukee steps into the national spotlight with the Republican National Convention (RNC)...
View ArticleBeverly Heals, Inc., hosts ‘2nd Annual W.E. W.I.N. Women’s Conference’
On Saturday, June 8, 2024, Beverly Heals, Inc., hosted its “2nd W.E. W.I.N Women’s Conference (Women Empowering Women In kNowledge)”, at El- Bethel Church of God In Christ, 5401 W. Good Hope Rd.,...
View ArticleRev. Al Sharpton delivers eulogy for Dvontaye Mitchell; Attorney Ben Crump...
Rev. Al Sharpton, President and Founder of the National Action Network (NAN), delivered the eulogy for Dvontaye Mitchell in Milwaukee on Thursday, July 11, 2024, as thousands descend upon the city for...
View ArticleMilwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue July 25, 2024
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View ArticleThis Week In Black History – July 25, 2024
July 25, 1916 – Garrett Morgan, inventor of the gas mask, rescued six people from gas-filled tunnel in Cleveland, OH. July 26, 1948 – President Harry S. Truman issued Executive Order 9981, ending...
View ArticleMid-summer mental health check-in
By RISE Drug Free MKE While summer is associated with good times at the beach, music festivals, and backyard cookouts, it can be difficult to acknowledge that you may be struggling with your emotions....
View ArticleNadine Smith celebrates 85th birthday
Nadine Smith celebrated her 85th birthday on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at Gordon Park Pavilion. She was elated and surprised by the presence of close family members and friends, which included two of...
View ArticleThe first step
The USA is at a critical juncture in its existence. The political scene is a mess on both party fronts. The situation that took place on July 13, 2024 in Butler, PA didn’t help the moral compass of the...
View ArticleStepping up for success: Churches unite togive away 1,000 pairs of new shoes
Churches provided new shoes for the school year to help students in the community with self-esteem and to combat truancy. Religious leaders from Ephesians Missionary Baptist Church and the Embassy...
View ArticleGarfield’s 502 R&B Festival returns to bring community together
Photos by Yvonne Kemp Garfield’s 502 R&B Music Festival returned to Garfield Avenue for another year of music, food, and fun on Saturday, July 20, 2024. “This is one of the events that attracts a...
View ArticlePresident Biden ends campaign run, makes way for Vice President Kamala...
If elected in November, Harris would be the first female, the first black American, and the first South Asian American to be elected to the office of U.S. President After weeks of facing growing...
View ArticleMilwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue August 1, 2024
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View ArticleThis Week In Black History – August 1, 2024
August 1, 1879 – Mary Eliza Mahoney graduated from the New England Hospital for Women and Children, becoming the first black professional nurse in America. August 2, 1924 – James Baldwin, author of Go...
View ArticleAttend a job fair! MPS seeks teachers, school staff, and more!
Become part of the Milwaukee Public Schools family— MPS is hiring! Do you want to make a difference for Milwaukee students by providing an exceptional education or supporting schools? MPS is seeking...
View ArticleMPS celebrates 2024 summer graduation
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has honored more than 100 students who completed graduation requirements over the summer and earned the right to wear a cap and gown. A summer graduation ceremony...
View ArticleVera LeBlance’s “102nd Birthday Par-Tea”
On Saturday, July 13, 2024, Vera LeBlance’s family hosted an Afternoon Tea in her honor to celebrate her 102nd birthday. Her guests shared their favorite teas and enjoyed scrumptious finger sandwiches...
View ArticleThe country we need to create
At a moment of so much uncertainty over where our nation is headed and what national unity really means, I return again to the wise words of my late friend Dr. Vincent Harding, the revered historian,...
View ArticleWisconsin voters will see 2 constitutional amendments on Aug. 13 primary ballot
Republicans are urging a ‘yes’ vote; Democrats are pushing for a ‘no’ vote Wisconsin voters will be asked to weigh in on two constitutional amendments on the Aug. 13 primary ballot, both targeting the...
View ArticleMilwaukee alderman demands answers after bad 911 experience
Alderman Lamont Westmoreland said he was outraged by response he got when calling 911 for help A Milwaukee alderman said he is outraged and is demanding answers after the response he received when he...
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