MPS proposes centralized equity department, major cuts to existing equity programs in new budget
The proposed budget suggests eliminating several Black and Latino Male Achievement, Gender and Identity Inclusion, and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports positions next year.
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Economic Development
Residents seek more information on Midtown Center development as data center concerns continue
Community members who live near Midtown Center continue to ask questions about a development proposal that would include up to 19,000 square feet of space for a data processing facility.
Education
Ground breaks on student-designed meditation garden at Granville Lutheran School
Students designed, budgeted and pitched designs for a meditation garden in front of Granville Lutheran School, 8242 N. Granville Road. The garden should be finished by late June.
Health & WEllness
Peeling back barriers: Milwaukee fruit artist brings a fresh approach to healthy eating
Imani Raiyne, founder of Kreative Fruitz, uses her art to make healthy eating more accessible and engaging across the city.
Housing
As homelessness crisis worsens, Milwaukee sees some success
Despite increase in homelessness, advocates see signs of hope.
Public Safety
MPD’s Operation Summer Guardian launched last week. Here’s how and where the program operates
Additional police officers will patrol 27 Milwaukee neighborhoods this summer as part of an ongoing violence-prevention strategy centered on community engagement.
Arts and Recreation
Here are 6 free or affordable summer programs and camps for Milwaukee youths
Organizations across Milwaukee are preparing to keep students busy during summer break. Here are free and affordable programs that students can participate in.