Hazel Jones makes burial gowns for families who have lost their children too soon. It’s her way of giving back — and of remembering her own son, Mattie.
LIVING LEGENDS: Reuben Harpole’s secret: Be true to the day you were born
Reuben Harpole and his late wife, Mildred, had founding roles or involvement in many of the organizations that serve Milwaukee neighborhoods today.
Mayor Tom Barrett blasts Senate bill that requires Fire and Police Commission add union-approved members
Mayor Tom Barrett calls bill passed by the Senate that requires the Fire and Police Commission add members selected by the police and fire unions “a vicious attack on local government.”
Special Report
SPECIAL REPORT: Extreme heat puts city in double jeopardy
Twenty-five summers after a deadly heat wave hit Milwaukee, the city stands at the intersection of two public health crises: COVID-19 and climate change. Is Milwaukee ready for future extreme heat?
NNS Spotlight
NNS Spotlight: One store, 25 entrepreneurs: The story of Wisconsin Curated Creations
Wisconsin Curated Creations isn’t the typical store you would expect to find at a mall. Instead of mass-produced products, the store sells handcrafted items created by local residents.
NNS on the Radio
NNS on ‘Lake Effect’: 5 things to do and know this April in Milwaukee neighborhoods
NNS deputy editor Adam Carr joins Joy Powers of WUWM for our monthly spot with “Lake Effect,” where he discusses events in April connected to Milwaukee’s North and South Side neighborhoods.
Neighborhood Lens
PHOTOS: The new and improved Pulaski Park, generations in the making
In this photo gallery, Travis Hope of KK River Neighbors in Action explores the newly renovated Pulaski Park.
NEIGHBORHOOD LENS: Mr. Dye’s Pies: A true slice of heaven in Granville
Johnathan Dye — the namesake of Mr. Dye’s Pies — gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how his delicious desserts are made.