My favorite story of the year focused on Milwaukee groups working together to improve housing quality for Milwaukee residents.
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.
Posted inCommunity, Housing
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.
Posted inCommunity
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.
Posted inHousing, Resources
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.
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African American Roundtable sunsets Liberate MKE campaign
The African American Roundtable recently ended a campaign that addressed systemic issues in Milwaukee related to policing, public health and housing.
Posted inHousing
IMPACT stepping aside from coordinating services in Milwaukee County for people experiencing a housing crisis
IMPACT will no longer serve as the lead operator of the county’s Coordinated Entry system, which provides resources for people experiencing a housing crisis.
Posted inCommunity, Health and Wellness
New nonprofit wants to connect Black and Brown people to nature
Urban Nature Connection will bring people to nature via outdoor activities, partnerships and advocacy.
Posted inCommunity, Public Safety
Residents voice concerns about proposed MCTS bus line cuts
Residents and other stakeholders said during a public listening session that access, safety and community input were among their concerns