The Milwaukee Common Council on Tuesday confirmed Karin Tyler as the new director of the Department of Community Wellness and Safety.
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Common Council to vote Tuesday on appointment of new director of Department of Community Wellness and Safety
After a split decision by committee, the Milwaukee Common Council will consider the mayor’s appointment of Karin Tyler as the director of the Department of Community Wellness and Safety.
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Turning pain into purpose: How Brenda Hines works through her grief by supporting Milwaukee families
After losing her son to gun violence, Brenda Hines founded The Donovan Hines Foundation of Exuberance Co to provide support for Milwaukee families navigating grief and loss.
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Should gun violence intervention efforts start earlier? These researchers think so.
A new national study suggests warning signs often emerge before gun violence – offering others a chance to intervene before harm occurs.
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NNS to bring Milwaukee women and teen girls together for intergenerational dialogues on safety, violence and solutions
Guided by facilitators Sandra Hernandez and Sylvia Wilson, conversations will be trauma-informed and designed to move beyond individual incidents to deeper patterns and root causes.
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Does Wisconsin need stronger gun storage laws to help keep kids safe?
Research and some experts point out the safety benefits of stronger gun storage laws. But critics say stricter laws could limit access in emergencies.
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Opinion: Milwaukee’s youths are speaking. The question is whether we’re listening.
When there is nowhere to go physically, we must also consider where young people are expected to go mentally.
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How three organizations are helping residents ‘grind through grief’
Three organizations collaborated on the Grinding & Grieving Bootcamp, which brought together resources to help participants navigate grief.
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‘We just have to have faith’: Amani Youth Council leaders discuss gun violence in Milwaukee
The Amani Youth Council is calling for youths and adults to work together to bring peace, safety and change.
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Who will be the next leader of the city’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety?
The mayor will appoint the next director of the Office of Community Wellness and Safety soon. The finalists described their vision for the office during a recent forum.