People needing outpatient mental healthcare face a fragmented system that makes it difficult to find a provider and schedule an appointment despite Milwaukee County’s ongoing efforts to improve the system.
City, county approve plan to create municipal identification card
Milwaukee residents who lack the documentation to obtain state identification cards soon will be able to obtain a municipal ID.
Community involvement, more dialogue with police key to public safety
Community organizers gathered recently to discuss crime, policing and local organizing at the Neighborhood Safety Symposium held by LISC Milwaukee.
Civil rights murals mark entry to new Harambee park
Local artists created murals depicting the struggle for fair housing for a new park in the Harambee neighborhood, created through a public-private partnership.
Youth-serving organizations seek role in city initiative to curb youth violence
Groups that address youth violence at the neighborhood level said the city’s new initiative could have a big impact if it empowers organizations already working on the issue.
Three years later, UCC makes good on pledge for Walker Square playground
United Community Center has made good on a controversial 2012 pledge of $20,000 toward the reconstruction of Walker Square Park’s playground.
Latino students explore cultural identity through Dia de los Muertos celebration
Youth-led Dia de Los Muertos workshops and festivities at Escuela Verde charter school offered students insights into their culture and traditions.
Alma Center recognized for innovative domestic violence program
The Alma Center won a national award and $10,000 for its pioneering program to heal abusive men and stop the cycle of violence.
Concern over vacant properties dominates Sherman Park town hall meeting
City leaders addressed Sherman Park residents’ concerns about unkempt vacant homes and other issues at a recent town hall meeting hosted by Ald. Russell Stamper.
Opponents question MPS board decision to combine Carmen, Pulaski
A former charter school opponent cast the deciding vote as the MPS Board of School Directors approved a partnership that will see Carmen South and Casimir Pulaski High School exist side by side.
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