Thanksgiving can signal the start of a peak time for home fires due to cooking accidents, electrical failures, dry trees, space heaters, fireplaces, candles and holiday lights.

Scammers are taking advantage of the public by impersonating energy company representatives. Using a service disconnection threat, scammers try to convince the consumer to purchase prepaid debit cards and provide the card information to them.

Milwaukee residents 18 and older can cast ballots today, Tuesday, Nov. 6, at polling places throughout the city. The polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m.

Choosing health benefits can feel stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Learn how to help make the process easier.

With the holiday season around the corner, there are lots of opportunities to lend a hand. Volunteer Milwaukee, a service of the Nonprofit Center of Milwaukee features a calendar of events for volunteers, both one-time and ongoing. Here are a few of the opportunities in November and beyond.

It’s important to not only keep up with your child’s physical health, but mental health as well. While it is never too late to seek treatment for mental health disorders, early intervention can address issues in a child’s development to help prevent serious mental health concerns in the future.

Deadlines are approaching for those who intend to register to vote in next month’s election. Registration can be done in person, by mail or online.

With the cooler weather arriving, increased use of space heaters can sometimes trigger fires. Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 7-13.

As the temperatures begin to fall, you can lend a hand in the community. Volunteer Milwaukee, a service of the Nonprofit Center of Milwaukee, features a calendar of events for volunteers, both one-time and ongoing. Here are a few of the opportunities in October and beyond.

National Voter Registration Day is recognized on the fourth Tuesday of every September to bring attention to the importance of registering to vote. This year, National Voter Registration Day will be on Sept. 25.