Antonio Butts is working to make the Lindsay Heights community a prime destination for African-Americans.
High school students follow in footsteps of open housing marchers
Students from three Catholic high schools crossed the 16th Street bridge on foot to begin a summer of study of the American civil rights movement.
Mitchell Street Sun Fair cancelled due to new state legislation
A Republican-backed law that altered the funding mechanism for Business Improvement Districts in Milwaukee cost the Historic Mitchell Street BID $10,000, forcing it to cancel the popular fair this year. Organizers say it will be back in 2019.
Jane’s Walk MKE kicks off with discussion on need for neighborhood connections
Now in its third year, Jane’s Walk MKE offers nearly 30 free, guided walks throughout the city, in neighborhoods such as Lindsay Heights, Sherman Park and Riverwest. The walks are taking place throughout May.
Vel Phillips remembered and honored at memorial service
Dozens of Milwaukee leaders attended a memorial service for Vel Phillips, the civil rights activist who changed open housing laws in Milwaukee.
American Red Cross, Harley-Davidson partner to install fire alarms in homes
Hundreds of volunteers gathered at Harley-Davidson for the “Sound the Alarm, Save a a Life” campaign. The event was part of a national effort to install 100,000 free smoke alarms in 16 days.
Two former Puerto Rico residents ‘pay it forward’ with resource fair for new arrivals
Housing, educational, legal, faith and employment resources were all available at a community resource fair for families who moved to Milwaukee in the wake of Hurricane Maria.
Rash of murders generates fear on South Side
Residents of the South Side blame an increase in drug activity and prostitution for a spate of murders that occurred in March and April.
Common Ground campaign to focus on jobs and work in Milwaukee
More than 1,200 community members gathered recently to celebrate the launch of a new campaign to expand access to quality jobs in the Milwaukee area.
Proposed group home in Metcalfe Park stirs controversy
Opponents of a new short-term residential assessment center in Metcalfe Park for youth who have been removed from their homes fear that the facility will further disrupt their already-challenged neighborhood. Proponents say that more safe places are needed for these teens. The Board of Zoning Appeals is expected to announce its decision on May 3.
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