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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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New MCTS bus route changes start June 7
Changes include restored mid-day service, updated routes and modifications tied to construction.
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Still haven’t filed? Here is where you can go if you need help with extended tax returns
La Casa de Esperanza’s VITA team will be helping people file their taxes between June 2 and Sept. 25.
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Policy barriers limit ability of Milwaukee tenants to address substandard housing conditions
Many people wonder why more isn’t being done about Milwaukee’s deteriorating housing conditions. Here’s what local and state leaders are saying about it.
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As homelessness crisis worsens, Milwaukee sees some success
Despite increase in homelessness, advocates see signs of hope.
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Homeowners continue to raise concerns about property assessments as deadline to appeal approaches
Many of Milwaukee’s homeowners question why their home assessment jumped and what it means for property taxes. The deadline to appeal your home assessment is Monday, May 18.
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Health groups step in following closure of City on a Hill
During a recent community call, Health Connections Inc. and others shared updates on efforts to help those impacted by the closure.
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The Community Development Alliance’s annual bus tour shows progress in several North Side communities
The latest tour brought together community organizers, developers, nonprofit leaders and city officials for a daylong journey through neighborhoods where housing projects are actively reshaping the landscape.
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Longtime Milwaukee nonprofit launches capital campaign to transform mental health space
Wisconsin Community Services is taking a major step to improve care for people with severe mental needs by reimagining the space where it happens.
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Project Clean & Green is helping get rid of flood-damaged and other unwanted items
Unwanted items are being collected from residential properties until June 1. Learn when they’ll be picking up trash in your neighborhood.