Walnut Way seeks to involve Lindsay Heights community members in neighborhood development conversations and encourage grassroots leadership.
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Iconic Lindsay Heights mural restored for 18th annual Harvest Day
Teens worked to return the 12-year-old “Caring Neighbors” mural at Walnut Way Conservation Corp. to its original look throughout the summer and unveiled it on Harvest Day.
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West Allis Police Department uses armored vehicle to serve search warrant on Milwaukee’s North Side
A video recorded and broadcast on Facebook by community activist Dennis Walton and others shows a heavily armored West Allis Police Department vehicle preparing to conduct a raid.
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Sherman Phoenix offers opportunities for mentorship, community investment
With about two months until opening day, Sherman Phoenix developers JoAnne Johnson-Sabir and Juli Kaufmann take pride in the mentorships formed with tenants and the opportunities for residents to invest.
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Plan for streetcar expansion on King Drive moves forward amid development in Bronzeville
The Department of City Development and the Historic King Drive BID presented a final plan for streetcar expansion and economic development, while addressing displacement concerns.
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On the Block: Returning home
Sherman Park resident Unique Russ reflects on what has changed for her since the unrest in the community two years ago.
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Douglas, Keefe parents uninformed about combined school
With less than three weeks until classes begin, administrators at Keefe Avenue and Douglas schools are scrambling to inform parents that the two schools will both be located at Keefe this school year. Douglas will be re-opened as a middle school in September 2019.
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Skilled-trades training program qualifies city residents for construction jobs
Five years after Ezzard White established his One Hope Made Strong (OHMS) training program for central city residents, 10 of his trainees are working on the Legacy Lofts project on North Avenue between 15th and 16th streets.
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Sixth annual Bronzeville Week celebrates Vel R. Phillips with street dedication
A stretch of Fourth Street between Capitol Drive and St. Paul Avenue is now Vel R. Phillips Avenue. Bronzeville Week included the dedication ceremony, food and entertainment events, and opportunities to support local business.
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Black Hogwarts teaches youth magic of community organizing
Leaders Igniting Transformation has started Black Hogwarts, a leadership training program for teenagers named after the popular Harry Potter book and movie series.