Neu-Life Community Development breaks ground on $16M center in Milwaukee
Community members and elected officials gathered on the corner of West Cherry and North 12th streets for the groundbreaking of NeuVue, a new center for Milwaukee’s youths and young adults.
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Economic Development
Here’s the latest on the proposed redevelopment in Midtown Center
Residents continue to raise concerns about the proposed redevelopment of the former Walmart at 5825 W. Hope Ave. in Midtown Center.
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
Are your utilities disconnected? You may qualify to get them turned back on during the heat advisory
State law requires a utility to make reasonable attempts to reconnect service to an occupied dwelling that has been disconnected for nonpayment during a heat emergency under certain conditions.
Housing
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.
Public Safety
Backed by state funding, local groups collaborate to strengthen violence prevention efforts
County officials say $1.5 million in state funding will help expand violence prevention programs and connect residents to jobs, housing assistance, mental health support and other services.
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.