Students at 50 Milwaukee schools are preparing to participate in an upcoming ballroom and tap dance competition at the Bradley Center.
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May Day marchers seek tuition equity for undocumented college students
The annual May Day march for immigrant rights brought calls to end deportations, stop detaining people at local courthouses and provide undocumented Wisconsin college students tuition equity.
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Construction trades program moves to unused space at North Division
A popular construction skills training program called One Hope Made Strong will hold classes at North Division High School, where it has access to tools and appropriate workspaces.
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New Bucks ownership not game-changer for ‘Fair Play’ campaign
Campaign officials remain steadfast in demanding that if public money is used to pay for a new Bucks arena, it should also pay to improve recreational and athletic facilities at public schools.
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Corner stores fill need for convenience, companionship
Milwaukee’s hundreds of corner stores are microcosms of their neighborhoods.
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Special Report: Undocumented immigrants pay heavy price for minor offenses
Many undocumented immigrants from Milwaukee County who were deported as a result of the federal Secure Communities program were guilty of misdemeanor offenses, such as driving without a license, according to a new report.
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Black entrepreneurs grow businesses with help from Dream MKE
Dream MKE is fostering growth in minority small businesses through seed loans, financial consulting and an upcoming fellowship program.
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Community members march across bridge to stop violence
Community organizations have begun a campaign to stop the violence in the city of Milwaukee. Saturday’s walk across the James E. Groppi Unity Bridge kicked off the yearlong campaign.
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College Possible students reflect on challenging freshman year
NNS followed four freshmen who participated in College Possible from the time they were admitted to college through their first year. In this article, they look back at their experiences.
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Community opposition halts new liquor license for Harambee building
Harambee community members won their fight to block a liquor license for a neighborhood building that had drawn nuisance complaints under previous ownership.