Writer and social entrepreneur Dasha Kelly, Milwaukee Arts Board 2016 Artist of the Year, says art provides opportunities to cut through racial barriers.
Thirteen neighborhood parks where you can celebrate July 4th
The theme of this year’s Independence Day celebration is “Joining Hands for Peace.” Ten parks are offering fireworks, and many have activities all day for children and families.
Bronzeville and Walker Square residents welcome Bublr Bikes to their neighborhoods
Residents of Bronzeville and Walker Square are pleased to see the bike-sharing service in their neighborhoods, but some parents are asking for child-friendly options.
MPS expands community schools as part of reform efforts
Soon after Milwaukee Public Schools announced that it would not partner with the Opportunity Schools Partnership Program to restructure a failing school, the district made known that it would add to its roster of community schools, a reform model that has seen success nationwide.
‘I Am 53206’ young people march for equality
Members of a MICAH youth organizing group are working to address racial and economic disparities for young people living in the 53206 ZIP code.
Fathers pledge to help reduce violence in city
A recent rally focused on mobilizing fathers to reduce the city’s escalating violence.
Juneteenth Day Festival honors history while celebrating the present
Sunday’s heat didn’t stop thousands of people from coming out for Milwaukee’s 45th annual Juneteenth Day Festival, a rich tradition honoring the day the last slaves were freed in 1865 and celebrating in the company of friends old and new.
Two North Division students compete for ‘fan favorite’ in national app competition
Two North Division High School students developed an app to help children battle serious diseases with words of encouragement.
Community demands accountability, action in wake of Lincoln Hills scandal
Milwaukee community members expressed frustration at officials during a recent community forum, saying that addressing poverty and a lack of opportunities for black youth are necessary to prevent incarceration.
Milwaukee Black Arts Week seeks to extend Juneteenth celebration
The artist cooperative BlankSpaceMKE is sponsoring Milwaukee Black Arts Week with a series of programs called “Art Is Freedom.”
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