How children became this city’s lead detectors
The persistent lead problem in Milwaukee rental homes underscores a long overlooked connection between tenants’ rights and the health and well-being of young kids.
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Economic Development
Local childcare centers brace for state funding cuts. Study finds that many may close as a result.
Almost 1,400 Milwaukee child care centers will lose some state funding at the end of June. Experts worry that subsidy payments won’t be able to keep up with the resulting rising tuition.
Education
‘Inefficient and not benefiting us’: MPS students question district priorities with student resource officer costs expected to grow
Some students say the money would be better spent on teachers, academic opportunities and student support services.
Health & WEllness
Wisconsin’s lead pipe count is falling. But the search isn’t over.
New inventories show fewer lead service lines than previously estimated, but Wisconsin water systems still aren’t sure what 181,000 pipes are made of.
Housing
Just one of us: How Wendy Weckler is leading Milwaukee Continuum of Care
After three decades at Hope House, Wendy Weckler recently transitioned into a role as the Continuum of Care director at United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County.
Public Safety
Community policing plan moves closer to finish line
Members of the Community Collaborative Commission say Milwaukee’s community-oriented policing plan is in its final stages. The plan establishes expectations for how police should engage with residents and the community.
Arts and Recreation
Here are some of Milwaukee’s newest murals
Take a look at the new murals that have been popping up around Milwaukee recently.