Housing, educational, legal, faith and employment resources were all available at a community resource fair for families who moved to Milwaukee in the wake of Hurricane Maria.
Rash of murders generates fear on South Side
Residents of the South Side blame an increase in drug activity and prostitution for a spate of murders that occurred in March and April.
Common Ground campaign to focus on jobs and work in Milwaukee
More than 1,200 community members gathered recently to celebrate the launch of a new campaign to expand access to quality jobs in the Milwaukee area.
Proposed group home in Metcalfe Park stirs controversy
Opponents of a new short-term residential assessment center in Metcalfe Park for youth who have been removed from their homes fear that the facility will further disrupt their already-challenged neighborhood. Proponents say that more safe places are needed for these teens. The Board of Zoning Appeals is expected to announce its decision on May 3.
Students seek to dismantle Milwaukee’s school-to-prison pipeline
A recent report released by student group Leaders Igniting Transformation details discrimination in Milwaukee Public Schools.
Local author writes book to help teens overcome abuse
Youth advocate Eileen Alvarado recently published her second book, “Hope Looks Like You,” and is working to raise money to distribute it free of charge to local youth.
Messmer Saint Rose School undertakes $6.5 million renovation
The renovations at Messmer St. Rose School are intended to increase students’ safety, allow for better accessibility and provide features that make year-round schooling possible.
Urban Ecology Center hosts Earth Day of Service
The Urban Ecology Center, along with the Sierra Club-John Muir Chapter, hosted an Earth Day of Service in the Washington Park community to encourage environmental awareness.
Race, health and housing dominate discussion at Ex Fabula event
Through personal stories told by Ex Fabula fellows and small group discussions, audience members addressed housing as a public health issue at a recent forum held at the Zilber School of Public Health.
Behavioral Health Division nurse works to end mental health stigma in 53206
Lauren Hubbard grew up in 53206, and now she is trying to end the stigma surrounding mental illness that prevents people from getting help.
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