Tracey Dent has been involved with several organizations with one common purpose — to prevent violence.
Police reform process launches with community town halls
Community groups are leading the charge to continue a process, begun by the Department of Justice, to reform the Milwaukee Police Department by asking for residents to re-envision what they would like to see from police.
Last Call: Crime, licensing issues contribute to decline of South Side taverns
Once a Milwaukee staple, the corner bar is becoming a relic in the 53215 and 53204 neighborhoods as crime and other issues have caused taverns to close.
Last Call: Neighborhood taverns fading out on Milwaukee’s South Side
Once a staple on Milwaukee’s South Side, the corner bar is becoming a relic in some neighborhoods, a result of the steady decline of industry, changing social patterns, licensing issues and the unwillingness of bar owners to adapt.
Community members share ideas for new violence prevention plan
A community meeting to discuss the city’s Blueprint for Peace drew about 25 people, including parents concerned for their children’s safety.
Controversial photo of city contractors with guns prompts reaction along racial lines
The viral photo of three city of Milwaukee contractors carrying guns while on the job has elicited two main reactions: some people have taken offense while others sympathize.
MANDI 2018 finalists announced at LISC holiday celebration
Twelve finalists for the prestigious MANDI awards were announced Tuesday night. Two new categories were added this year, recognizing economic development and collaboration.
SecureFutures has head start teaching financial literacy to teens
A new state law mandating that schools teach financial literacy was signed by the governor last week. SecureFutures, a nonprofit, has been teaching money management in local high schools since 2006.
Common Council votes to strengthen response to threat of lead exposure
The Common Council resolution states that women of childbearing age who live in homes with a lead service line are at risk from lead exposure and should use a filter, which the Milwaukee Health Department has never formally recommended.
Growing Power’s uncertain future saddens community leaders
Community leaders were sorry to hear about Will Allen’s retirement and the uncertain future of his urban farming nonprofit Growing Power, but said they are optimistic about the future of urban farming and Dr. Martin Luther King Drive.
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