Funds are available for homeowners affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s what you need to know.
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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NNS Spotlight: Milwaukee native finds success by lifting up others
George Hinton, the CEO of the Social Development Commission, works to get (and keep) Milwaukee County residents out of poverty.
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How students of color are becoming the agents of change in Milwaukee public schools
Students, teachers and community members rallied in front of the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) central office on June 17 to call for an end to the school district’s contract with the Milwaukee Police Department.
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‘When you’re hungry, you’re not thinking about school’: Emergency fund provides lifeline to MATC students
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors recently allocated $35,000 to the MATC FAST Fund to help students avoid eviction and maintain housing stability while they earn their degree.
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Milwaukee opens waitlist process for project-based housing. Here is what you need to know.
The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee has opened its waitlist for those interested in housing-project-based vouchers.
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NNS Spotlight: He’s the ‘banker of the underrepresented’
Joaquin Altoro’s mission as the leader of the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority is to ensure everyone has equal access to financial resources.
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NNS Spotlight: New group works to give North Side residents a seat at the table
North Side Rising fights for environmental and economic equity for North Side residents.
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‘Rent is still due’: What you need to know about the federal order to halt residential evictions
The federal government on Sept. 4 issued an emergency order to halt residential evictions through the end of the year. Here’s what you need to know.
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NNS Spotlight: Popular mobile market to make a triumphant in-person return this weekend
CirculateMKE’s mobile market, which creates space and opportunity for shoppers and entrepreneurs to experience the diverse cultures of Milwaukee, is back to in-person business.
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Milwaukee’s homeless providers brace for the worst as the coronavirus creates more challenges
Despite efforts by shelters, the city and the county, leaders are concerned that the worst is yet to come for Milwaukee’s homeless population.