Milwaukee's Black history icons celebrated at City Hall
The city of Milwaukee's "29 Days of Black History" honored local icons for their contributions to Black history with a public celebration on Tuesday, Feb. 27.
African American Heritage Tasting Dinner; Milwaukee chefs served
Hundreds of people gathered for the annual African American Heritage Tasting Dinner in Milwaukee.
Milwaukee Ko-Thi Dance Company; expression rooted in tradition
Freedom fuels Ko-Thi Dance Company, a Milwaukee-based African dance company.
‘Next Level Chef’ star opens up for Black History Month: ‘Hard work never goes unnoticed’
Chef Nyesha Arrington stars on “Next Level Chef" alongside Gordon Ramsay and Richard Blais.
African American Environmental Pioneer Awards highlights community
The awards recognize African Americans who have dedicated themselves to improving the environment.
Urban League honors equity, inclusion commitment in Milwaukee
The Greater Milwaukee Urban League honored on Monday, Feb. 19 those who made a commitment to equity and inclusion.
Vel R. Phillips: Milwaukee County leaders remember icon's legacy
Milwaukee County leaders remembered the legacy and life of Vel R. Phillips on Friday, Feb. 16. She would have turned 100 years old on Feb. 18.
Milwaukee blood drive celebrates Black History Month Donor Day
In Milwaukee, a Black History Month National Donor Day blood drive was held at Destiny High School on Wednesday, Feb. 14.
Black History Month: Author writes affirmations book for Black boys
The book, written by hip-hop documentarian & author Ace Clark, was created to uplift and inspire Black youth.
Cooking for a healthy lifestyle and lower cancer risk
Chef Marvin from Healthy Eating Active Living Southeastern Wisconsin joined FOX6 WakeUp to give us some examples of cultural staples that have been ‘tweaked’ to be healthier.
Swift Motion Pictures scholarships for Black History Month
To honor Black History Month, Swift Motion Pictures in Milwaukee is awarding scholarships to students for their Hybrid Film Mastery Course in March 2024.
AMC offering $5 movie tickets to celebrate Black History Month
For $5, moviegoers can see a select set of films starring or created by Black filmmakers and actors. Here's the list.
Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus celebrates history at Capitol
Members of the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus honored and celebrated Black History Month at the Capitol this week.
Racine Theatre Guild Community Day for Black History Month
In honor of black history month, the Racine Theatre Guild is hosting a community day, highlighting and shining a spotlight on Black art and Black talent. The community day takes place on Sunday, Feb. 11.
Milwaukee Black-owned shoe shine, repair shop; industry kept alive
Inside Charles’ Elite Shoe Shine and Repair World in Milwaukee, owner Charles Palmer puts a lot of heart into every single sole.
Black History Month recognition, Milwaukee mayor honors 5 people
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson celebrated the start of Black History Month with a Recognition Ceremony Thursday, Feb. 1.
Black History Month at Marquette, event kicks off celebrations
Marquette University has a series of events in store for Black History Month. The celebrations kicked off with a luncheon Thursday, Feb. 1.