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Stories by PrincessSafiya

These are stories by PrincessSafiya Byers, Report for America Staff Reporter.

Milwaukee mom writes children’s book to lift up the voice of her autistic daughter

March 5, 2021 by PrincessSafiya Byers Leave a Comment

Frustrated with people not understanding her daughter’s autism, Amelia Peace decided to write a book.

Filed Under: Carousel, Education, Home, Neighborhoods, News

Milwaukee, Milwaukee County to receive over $28 million to provide emergency rental assistance

March 3, 2021 by PrincessSafiya Byers 2 Comments

Through new federal funding, eligible tenants can receive up to 15 months of rent assistance.

Filed Under: Carousel, Home, Housing, Neighborhoods, News Tagged With: coronavirus, covid-features

‘There are no throwaway people’: Sister MacCanon Brown and her mission to serve homeless residents

February 25, 2021 by PrincessSafiya Byers 6 Comments

For Sister MacCanon Brown, advocating for homeless residents was not something she chose — it chose her. And she’s been doing it for more than three decades.

Filed Under: Carousel, Community, Home, Neighborhoods, News

9 things you should know about Milwaukee Habitat’s affordable homeownership program

February 18, 2021 by PrincessSafiya Byers Leave a Comment

We talked with Jake Brandt, director of marketing and communications at Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity, to answer questions about the process.

Filed Under: Carousel, Home, Housing, Neighborhoods, News

Popular Milwaukee DJ gives book publishing a spin

January 29, 2021 by PrincessSafiya Byers 6 Comments

Tyrone ‘DJ Bizzon’ Miller put his experience as a DJ into 72-page beginners’ manual for those interested in learning the craft.

Filed Under: Arts and Recreation, Carousel, Home, Neighborhoods, News

The authors next door: Meet 4 of your neighbors

January 29, 2021 by PrincessSafiya Byers 1 Comment

Milwaukee is home to many published authors. Here are some.

Filed Under: Arts and Recreation, Carousel, Home, Neighborhoods, News

UPDATE: CDC extends federal order halting evictions to March 31

January 22, 2021 by PrincessSafiya Byers 6 Comments

The CDC, at the request of President Joe Biden, extended the federal eviction moratorium. Here is what you need to know.

Filed Under: Carousel, Home, Housing, Neighborhoods, News Tagged With: coronavirus, covid-features

Renters on verge of eviction may get more aid, housing advocates say

January 19, 2021 by PrincessSafiya Byers Leave a Comment

As the Jan. 31 deadline nears for the end of the federal eviction moratorium, housing advocates and landlords alike are optimistic about Milwaukee residents having stable housing.

Filed Under: Carousel, Home, Housing, Neighborhoods, News Tagged With: coronavirus, covid-features

How one program teaches tenants their rights

January 14, 2021 by PrincessSafiya Byers Leave a Comment

The Rent for Success program educates renters on how to make safe and healthy choices in their housing. It also provides resources for situations renters may encounter.

Filed Under: Carousel, Home, Housing, Neighborhoods, News

‘It’s the same cycle.’ How community members are responding to Jacob Blake case.

January 8, 2021 by PrincessSafiya Byers Leave a Comment

We reached out to community leaders in our neighborhoods to get their thoughts on the decision and to find out what’s next.

Filed Under: Carousel, Home, Neighborhoods, News

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