Martin Luther King, Jr.

Local Officials Praise Federal Investment in Affordable Housing

Mayor, county executive and Biden administration official tout housing program.

Fair Housing Month Celebration April 18

Metropolitan Milwaukee Fair Housing Council Hosts Community Event to Commemorate April as National Fair Housing Month

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Announces Legacy Night performance of THE MOUNTAINTOP on March 22

Hosted by CopyWrite Magazine, Legacy Night invites Black and African American community members to experience THE MOUNTAINTOP by Katori Hall

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Continues 2023-2024 Season with The Mountaintop by Pulitzer Prize Winner Katori Hall

Directed by Dimonte Henning, starring Bryant Bentley and N’Jameh Russell-Camara

County Announces Home Repair Program for Seniors

Including interest free loans for repairs and grants for accessibility improvements.

Milwaukee County Announces New Senior Home Repair Program

Workshops will be held in February to provide information about the program to older adults in Milwaukee County

MICAH Pushes Resolution at County Board Monday Morning

County Board Considers MICAH’s Resolution on We All Belong Campaign

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Launches The Mountaintop Legacy Award

Highlighting Black excellence in Milwaukee during MCT’s run of Katori Hall’s play THE MOUNTAINTOP

Nearly 800 Gather to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at YMCA’s 27th Annual Community Celebration

One of Milwaukee’s oldest institutions honored Dr. King’s legacy by convening the community for reflection, inspiration, and deliberate conversation to help address the city’s most critical issues

Historic King Drive Business Improvement District No. 8 and TRUE Skool Join Forces for the King Legacy Project: A Celebratory Artistic Fusion of Dr. King’s Words on King Drive

13 Ways to Celebrate MLK Day

Speeches, performances, movies celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. planned across town.

Milwaukee Bucks to Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Sunday, Jan. 14, vs. Sacramento Kings

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Game is presented by We Energies

Policy to Buy Union Cars Advances

Committee approves buying only union-made cars for county operations; policy now goes to full board.

Cleanup event will get area prepped for Bronzeville Week

Schedule released for 12th annual Bronzeville Week

Full Schedule Released and Tickets On-Sale for the 2023 MKE Black Theatre Festival, August 9-27

A 3-week-long festival featuring free events across the city designed to support Black creatives and two full-production ticketed plays: MUD ROW and THE MEETING

Milwaukee to Celebrate Independence Day in 2023

Tradition of City Celebrations to Include Fireworks, Family Activities, and Community Events

Milwaukee County Celebrates the Grand Opening of the New Behavioral Health ‘Access Clinic North’ Located within Milwaukee Health Services, Inc.

Call for vendors goes out for the Bronzeville Cultural & Arts Festival

County Seeks Contractors for New Human Services Building

Plans call for a $42 million, 4-story, 60,000-square-foot facility at 12th and Cherry.

“When you have great partners, the possibilities for what you can accomplish are virtually limitless.”

County Executive Crowley Highlights the Importance of Partnership & Collaboration in 2023 State of the County Address

County Wants Ideas To Save Coggs Building

County has open call for ideas, including asking for ways to develop the former department store.

Voces de la Frontera joins Milwaukee community leaders and organizations on the 22nd annual Dr Martin Luther King Jr Birthday Celebration

Where to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Numerous events in Milwaukee Monday.

Portion of Highland Ave. Will Honor Civil Rights Activist

Juanita Adams was non-violent protest leader in 1960s.

Council Renames 5th Street After William Finlayson

To honor doctor, civil rights pioneer, a renamed street through Bronzeville, North Side.

N. 5th St. Will Be Renamed for Dr. William Finlayson

Black OBGYN doctor was trailblazer in Milwaukee.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center to Host Annual Back to School Event

Donations now being accepted for Bronzeville Sleepover for Education

Schedule released for 11th annual Bronzeville Week

Celebrate Juneteenth at Milwaukee’s Annual Celebration

Plus: Summer Soulstice is back, Eagle Park celebrates its fifth anniversary, and much more.

Milwaukee to Celebrate Independence Day in 2022

Tradition of City Celebrations to Continue with Community Activities

WPR’s Dr. Jonathan Øverby Inducted Into Folk Alliance International Folk DJ Hall of Fame

High School Advanced Placement Struggles With Race, Diversity

Milwaukee school offers AP course in African American studies.

Earnell Lucas Statement On Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Lucas pledges to adhere to Dr. King’s legacy

WisDems Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Comes As We Face Renewed Challenges to Freedom to Vote for All

City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update

The disease burden in the City of Milwaukee this week is 593.2 new positive COVID-19 cases per 100,000 people over seven days and remains in the “extreme transmission” category.

Special Programs to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Wisconsin Public Radio

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. street renaming ceremony set for Monday, January 17

Common Council approves of ARPA funding for MLK Library development

Milwaukee County Falls Prevention Coalition Brings Community Together as County Executive David Crowley Proclaims Falls Prevention Awareness Week

The Fight Against Voter Suppression

How the right to vote is being attacked and what you can do to fight it.

Could Guaranteed Income Close Racial Wealth Gap?

Wisconsin cities, including Milwaukee, are participating in guaranteed income pilot program.

Community invited to enjoy 50th annual Juneteenth festivities

Reuben Harpole Found His Purpose

One of Milwaukee's most connected residents talks about his life and community.

Sen. Larson Statement on outcome of Derek Chauvin trial

Mayor Tom Barrett released the following statement on the renaming of Old World Third Street to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive:

Continuing King Drive is continuing the work of Dr. King

Statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs January 22, 2021

Council Proposing To Rename Old World Third Street To MLK Drive

Extending Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. would correct an "injustice."

Statement on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Republicans Remake Martin Luther King

In their version he’s a raceless moderate sent to forgive white people.

Black History and the Trump Uprising

UWM professor traces the roots of a mob storming the Capitol with Confederate flags.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley on honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Wisconsin National Guard continues COVID-19 testing throughout the state

Statement from Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Keith P. Posley

Superintendent Posley addressed MLK Day celebration throughout the district

Rep. Stubbs is Keynote Speaker for YWCA Rock County Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration

Meet the Martin Luther King Essay Winners

Stirring words from young people in grades 2 through 12.

Virtual Discussion of MLK Boulevards Around the Country

Plus, an event celebrating the legacy of MLK, a winter beer garden and Florentine Opera performances.

Trump, Ron Johnson Stained With Dishonor

Republican Liz Cheney says Trump 'formed the mob, incited the mob, lit the flame.'

Aggressive Police Escalate Violence at Protests?

Research shows this, experts say. Former Madison police chief calls on cops to ditch riot gear and tear gas.

A Forest in a City

Havenwoods State Forest is an overlooked gem, with six miles of trails.

40 Years Helping Ex-Cons Rejoin Society

Milwaukee's trailblazing group Project RETURN celebrates its 40th anniversary.

The African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin Raises $1 Million for the Legacy Campaign

A Donation from American Family Completes the Campaign

In-person early voting starts today

Early voting starts today in Milwaukee

Statement from Mayor Dennis McBride

October 7, 2020

Palzewicz Goes Progressive in Deep Red District

Democrat opposing Fitzgerald in 5th Congressional District backs guaranteed annual income.

No Early Voting at Miller Park, Fiserv Forum

City fears legal challenges of sites not approved at June emergency meeting.

Why Unions Matter More Than Ever

All unions need to reexamine their role in this time of racial reckoning.

Miller Park, Fiserv Forum Will Be Early Voting Sites

Pro sports facilities will serve as two of the city's 18 early voting sites.

Will Kenosha Unrest Help Trump Win State?

His planned visit to Kenosha seeks to make urban unrest the key issue of campaign.

Frank Nitty Leads March from Milwaukee to Washington D.C.

750-mile march ends with Nitty speaking at rally on steps of Lincoln Memorial in front of thousands. Blake, Acevedo, Hamilton families also present.

Winner of scholarship contest expresses importance of eliminating barriers to freedom

Father Says Jacob Blake Is Paralyzed

He has "eight holes" in his body. "What justified these shots?"

Registration now open for Bronzeville Week drive-in movie night

Biden’s Recovery Plan Supports Communities of Color

His plan includes investments in housing, child care, jobs and small business.

The Summer of Glenn Grothman

Wisconsin representative’s latest brainstorm: suggesting anti-vaccine conspiracy theorist speak to Congress.

Remembering John Lewis

Joint statement from Alderman Cavalier Johnson, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderman Mark A. Borkowski, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderman Nik Kovac, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, and Alderman Khalif J. Rainey July 20, 2020

Sheriff Earnell R. Lucas Mourns the Passing of Distinguished Minister and Civil Rights Leader Rev. Dr. Cordy Tindell (C.T.) Vivian

Sheriff Earnell R. Lucas Mourns the Passing of Civil Rights Pioneer and American Patriot Congressman John R. Lewis (D-Ga.)

Public Works Committee to take up park renaming for late Council member

Support for Black-Owned Businesses Rising?

Studies show Black owners disproportionately hurt by pandemic.

State’s Police Forces Have Military Arsenals

Including 42 mine resistant vehicles, 2,300 semi-automatic rifles, dozens of night vision tools.

If Not Now, When?

Never has America been more poised for change. Do more. Say more. Keep the pressure on.

Marquette professor of English receives Way Klingler Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award

Bronzeville Week capped off tomorrow with Art Walk featuring local artists

The Art Walk takes place from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.