The Dominican Center is providing gift cards to Amani residents to help with small repairs like floors, faucets, sinks and other needs.
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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Sexually transmitted infection cases still rampant in Milwaukee. Here’s what health officials are doing to address concerns.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported 15,116 cases of sexually transmitted infections in Milwaukee County in 2024, including chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis.
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RON Coalition launches latest property conditions surveys
The Reclaiming Our Neighborhoods Coalition, or RON, marked another year of holding landlords accountable as it launched its 2026 property conditions survey.
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Bronzeville Collective MKE owners reflect on legacy after closing last month
Bronzeville Collective MKE closed in March after seven years spotlighting Black, brown and queer-owned creative brands. Owners Tiffany Miller and Lilo Allen talk about its impact and their plans for the future.
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What you need to know about when and how you can withhold rent
Here are some user-friendly materials for those who need to learn about rent abatement and how to do it properly.
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There’s still time to get free tax help in Milwaukee. Here’s how.
The IRS’ Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program has several sites to help people file tax returns for free as the April 15 deadline nears.
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‘This isn’t just about one landlord’: Tenants United launches latest push to improve housing conditions in Milwaukee
Common Ground and its new branch, Tenants United, are working to hold private landlords accountable.
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City on a Hill closure spurs call for collective action
The sudden closure of City on a Hill prompted leaders, providers and advocates to come together to discuss what went wrong and how to stop it from happening again.
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Community reflects on latest loss of support for residents after news that City on a Hill is closing
The closure of City on a Hill is the latest blow to North and West Side residents already impacted by the loss of social services, grocery stores and other resources.
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Utility disconnections resume April 15. Here’s what you need to know if you are behind on payments
Residents who are behind on their bill could be at risk of disconnection. Here are some ways you can help prevent that from happening.