June 5-7 is National Gun Violence Awareness Weekend.
Archive
Posted inArts and Recreation, Inside the NNS Newsroom, Milwaukee's Cultural Makers, Photos
Milwaukee’s Culture Makers highlights the creatives who are shaping our city
Muralists, chefs, drummers and other creatives of color are illuminating the pulse of their communities. We’re shining more light on them through our ongoing series.
Posted inArts and Recreation, Milwaukee's Cultural Makers, Photos
Nealita Nelson is building community one Lego brick at a time
After gaining national attention on Fox’s “LEGO Masters,” Milwaukee-native Nealita Nelson is using her platform to encourage creativity and community among builders of all ages.
Posted inCommunity
Wisconsin Supreme Court revisits recusal rules amid debate over money and impartiality
The high court will hear arguments on proposed changes to judicial recusal rules, but immediate action appears unlikely as supporters and critics alike call for further study of how campaign donations and political support should affect judges’ participation in cases.
Posted inPosts from Community
Post From Community: WISDOM 2026 Gubernatorial Candidate Forum
Join WISDOM for a Gubernatorial Candidate Forum focused on some of the most pressing issues facing Wisconsin communities.
Posted inPosts from Community
Post From Community: Forward Scholars: Sips for Scholars invitation
Join us for an evening of connection, inspiration, and community as we celebrate the impact of literacy and invest in brighter futures for our students.
Posted inArts and Recreation, NNS Spotlight
How one golf organization is bringing more Black people to the course
We Black We Golf has been changing the narrative of what golfing can look like for members of the Black community.
Posted inEconomic Development, Education
An apprenticeship aiming to ease Wisconsin’s teacher shortage is ‘stalling.’ Will it catch on?
The pilot program was meant to offer an alternative route into the classroom, but program leaders are having trouble enticing school districts to take on more apprentices. And enrollment has ground to a halt.
Posted inOpinion: Community Voices
Opinion: A changing world demands a new vision for graduates
The Department of Public Instruction’s “Portrait of a Graduate” initiative aims to redefine student success in response to changes in technology and the workforce, Wisconsin State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jill Underly writes.
Posted inPosts from Community
Post From Community: NWSCDC is excited to launch our 2026 Child Care Initiative Cohort — and registration is FREE!
To help providers build stronger and sustainable businesses, we are also hosting a FREE 2-Part Business Sustainability Workshop Series at the NWSCDC office.