Residents who live near a North Side facility that is accused of improperly handling and disposing of hazardous materials urged city and state officials to better regulate companies that pose potential risks.
TechForce center seeks to provide path to living-wage jobs
The Milwaukee TechForce Training center, created by a $1.3 million federal grant, has brought together public and private partners with the goal of educating and retraining individuals to provide access to family-sustaining careers in the information technology industry.
Next generation of manufacturers will be entrepreneurs, innovators
According to individuals familiar with the local manufacturing industry, people from underserved communities will need increased access to education, exposure to technology and a “growth mindset” to access the opportunities of the future.
On the Block: Bait and switch
Larry Hicks, 64, talks about his experience in a racially segregated Milwaukee Public Schools system.
Critics fear MPS uniform policy will fail to achieve its goals
A districtwide uniform policy recently passed by the Milwaukee Public Schools Board of Directors attempts to address bullying and reduce costs for low-income families, but critics say it does not get at the root cause of those issues.
ACLU suit alleges MPD ‘stop-and-frisk’ practices violate Constitution, Civil Rights Act
The American Civil Liberties Union and ACLU of Wisconsin filed a federal class action lawsuit that claims Milwaukee police stop and search Milwaukee residents, particularly people of color, without cause.
At Milwaukee Christian Center, a focus on community persists
The Milwaukee Christian Center, whose senior center is located near 14th Street and National Avenue, has created an atmosphere of support, encouragement and education that helps struggling individuals access opportunities.
Immigrants, advocates ‘stepping up the game’ against executive orders
In response to recent anti-immigrant federal actions, local immigrants and advocates are organizing a “Day without Latinos, Immigrants and Refugees” to protest the implementation of policies they say would criminalize non-citizens.
Conversations, collaboration key to change for city’s black community
The Milwaukee County Office on African American Affairs will pursue a bipartisan legislative agenda focused on improving conditions for black city residents.
Social cohesion in Amani contributes to decreased crime
Crime in the Amani neighborhood has decreased at greater rates than the city, a trend residents, local agencies and law enforcement attribute to resident engagement and relationships.
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