Located on the city’s South Side, West Greenfield Avenue has become the city’s main prostitution hub, and a place where prostitutes and residents alike are victimized.
Panelists grapple with racism, election results at Milwaukee summit
Five panelists gathered before a packed house at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee to address a litany of issues related to race in Milwaukee. Held just after the presidential election, discussion lingered on an uncertain future for minorities.
Dominican Center’s Sister Patricia Rogers ‘helps people find their strength’
After six years as the executive director of The Dominican Center for Women, Sister Patricia Rogers has become an indispensable leader in the Amani neighborhood. The hardships she faced throughout her life shaped her passion for helping people and led her to pursue a religious life.
Sherman Park youth earn stipend for cleaning up neighborhood
Program the Parks, a grassroots youth initiative in Sherman Park, has launched a program that trains and employs teens to help residents maintain their properties.
Leader works hard to keep Hunger Task Force a ‘yes’ organization
Executive Director Sherrie Tussler discusses how her 20-plus years of experience in nonprofits has helped grow the Hunger Task Force into the anti-hunger leader it is today.
On the Block: “A Nation under God”
Edwin Thomas, a 69-year old Amani resident, says that he is concerned about what Donald Trump as president might mean for black people.
Running Rebels leader still inspired by his late mother
Running Rebels Executive Director Victor Barnett shares how his youth organization has influenced others for more than 35 years.
City launches planning process to build united front against violence
The city’s Office of Violence Prevention recently brought together a cross section of Milwaukeeans to launch a planning process to reduce violence.
30th St. Industrial Corridor leader urges area residents to join in redevelopment planning
A $200,000 grant from the U.S. Forestry Service will be used to promote green infrastructure in the 30th Street Industrial Corridor.
On the Block: Spare the rod
Donald Ealy, 55, talks about why he decided to forego physical discipline with his children.
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