Milwaukee’s homeless providers and others are working together to ensure safety during extreme cold.
PrincessSafiya Byers
PrincessSafiya Byers was born and raised in Milwaukee, and is a 2020 graduate of Marquette University, majoring in Journalism and Africana Studies. Her commitment to her community has led her to nonprofit work with local youth and families. She’s also interned with the Milwaukee Community Journal and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, and joins Milwaukee NNS as a Report for America Staff Reporter looking to serve democracy by covering issues important to the community.
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Refugee support nonprofit Hanan Relief Group faces funding crisis
Hanan Relief Group must raise funds to avoid scaling back programs that thousands of refugee families rely on.
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Fruition MKE owner hopes for joy after second break-in in six months
Tiffany Miller, owner of Fruition MKE, said despite the setback, she’s thankful the damage wasn’t worse and for the community’s support.
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Program helps Milwaukeeans obtain homeownership with interest-free loans
The Milwaukee Jewish Free Loan Association created a debt reduction loan fund specifically to serve Milwaukeeans trying to obtain homeownership.
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My most memorable story of 2025: RON Coalition helps improve the quality of housing in Milwaukee
My favorite story of the year focused on Milwaukee groups working together to improve housing quality for Milwaukee residents.
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Memorable story of 2025: Elizabeth Brown’s long journey to homeownership
Bevin Christie shares her choice of most memorable article in 2025: PrincessSafiya Byers’ story on new homeowner Elizabeth Brown.
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Catching up with Reuben Harpole, Milwaukee’s unofficial mayor
Reuben Harpole, 91, spent years serving Milwaukee. Now in retirement, he’s still giving but in a different way.
Posted inHousing, Resources
What you need to know about property taxes in Milwaukee
Whether you’re a new homeowner or just trying to make sense of your tax bill, here’s a breakdown of how property taxes work in Milwaukee.
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As temperatures drop, here is where you can find shelter from the cold and free winter gear
With temperatures hovering around freezing, warming centers can help people stay warm and safe from the elements this winter.
Posted inCommunity, NNS Spotlight
La Causa: Empowering the community for over 50 years
La Causa is a community service agency that includes a K-8 school, an early education center and a social services division.