There are so many ways to commemorate Black History Month in Milwaukee. We’ve created a list to help you.
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5 things to know and do this week in Milwaukee: Jan. 30 to Feb. 3
Donate winter clothing to MPS students; catch a meal during “Phobruary”; check out “Financial Fridays” at Coffee Makes You Black; meet some of the people who give grants to nonprofits; and attend Black History Month events.

UPDATE: Housing leaders say rental assistance funds are still available for Milwaukee County residents
Although the deadline to apply for funds from the Wisconsin Emergency Rental Assistance program is Tuesday, Jan. 31, Milwaukee housing leaders said Friday that money is sill available for struggling residents.
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OPINION: Here’s why Milwaukee needs a new movie palace to replace the Oriental Theatre
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Neighborhood Lens

PHOTOS: The new and improved Pulaski Park, generations in the making
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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.