Motivated by his own weight-loss and exercise journey, Avenues West resident Trueman McGee is taking his message of healthy living and eating to the streets.
New UCC residential facility empowers women on journey out of addiction
Latinas Unidas II, a new United Community Center residential treatment facility in Walker’s Point, will house 15 women seeking help with substance abuse and addiction issues. The program also offers services for pregnant women and those with infants.
Proposed Clarke Square apartments to house youth aging out of foster care
Two new apartment buildings with units designated for young people aging out of foster care are planned for the Clarke Square neighborhood, but some residents voiced concern about density and parking at a recent neighborhood meeting.
County encourages residents to help plan new behavioral health facility
A series of community conversations hosted by Milwaukee County’s Behavioral Health Division is engaging residents — especially those with behavioral health concerns and their families — in planning a new North Side facility.
On the Block: Uncertain about the future
St. Joan Antida High School student Sarahi Romero shares her concerns about the future for Latinos under a Trump presidency.
Favorite of 2016: Wisconsin Doulas of Color Collective offers support for pregnant women, mothers
Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service reporters covered a wide range of stories in 2016. NNS reporter Naomi Waxman explains why this story, originally published on Sept. 27, is her favorite among those she wrote this year.
Pay-what-you-can café builds and feeds community in Sherman Park
Built on values of inclusivity, sourcing products locally and providing living wages for employees, the new Tricklebee Café in Sherman Park provides a welcoming place for neighborhood residents to gather and eat. The grand opening begins Dec. 14.
Panelists grapple with racism, election results at Milwaukee summit
Five panelists gathered before a packed house at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee to address a litany of issues related to race in Milwaukee. Held just after the presidential election, discussion lingered on an uncertain future for minorities.
30th St. Industrial Corridor leader urges area residents to join in redevelopment planning
A $200,000 grant from the U.S. Forestry Service will be used to promote green infrastructure in the 30th Street Industrial Corridor.
On the Block: Feeding Milwaukeeans in need
Sherman Park resident Marie Carlson has dedicated her life to providing free food for hungry residents all over Milwaukee.
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