Organizers seek resident feedback on King Drive Corridor Plan
The City of Milwaukee and Historic King Drive Business Improvement District No. 8 held an open house for the King Drive Corridor Plan on Tuesday, but residents can still share feedback virtually.
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Economic Development
MCTS introduces new transit network concepts as it deals with financial challenges
The Milwaukee County Transit System is asking the public to weigh in on two bus service concepts called “ridership” and “coverage,” which will impact daily commutes and the deficit.
Education
Franklin police to patrol Indian Community School following handgun incident
Franklin police will conduct regular patrols at Indian Community School when students return Monday, following a handgun threat against a staff member. The school is also adding private security and other support services.
Health & WEllness
DataWatch: The overlooked risks of walking while intoxicated
Nearly 1 in 5 pedestrians killed in Wisconsin crashes since 2017 were suspected of drinking, showing that alcohol poses risks beyond impaired driving.
Housing
A new chapter: South Side family celebrates adoption of four children after closing their foster care license
McKenna and Celia Olson always knew they wanted to have a family after getting married. Through Wellpoint Care Network, the couple adopted four children, bringing their bittersweet journey as foster parents to 10 kids to an end and starting their next life chapter.
Public Safety
What Milwaukee can learn from Baltimore’s community policing plan
As Milwaukee develops a community policing plan, Baltimore offers lessons on what the approach can look like as well as where it could fall short.
Arts and Recreation
5 things to know and do the week of Sept. 21
Attend a panel on Flock camera surveillance; support United Community Center at a Walker’s Point brewery fundraiser; shop local produce; and more.