Hundreds of volunteers came out to work on painting, electrical and landscaping projects during Rebuilding Together Greater Milwaukee’s first Block Build MKE event.
On the Block: ‘We need more police’
Larry Higgins, who lives near Harambee, discusses why he feels unsafe on the streets.
Two new MKE Plays parks nearing completion
The second and third of 12 parks to be reconstructed as part of the MKE Plays initiative will open this summer.
MPS teachers push back on Opportunity Schools proposal
The Milwaukee Public Schools board is mulling over a proposal by Demond Means, commissioner of the Opportunity Schools Partnership Program, that would expand community schools. MPS would run the schools, which would employ union teachers.
Prospect of America’s Black Holocaust Museum’s rebirth sparks optimism
Supporters are hopeful that the American Black Holocaust Museum, shuttered since 2008, will get a new home at the corner of North Avenue and Fourth Street.
Millennials make their mark on Milwaukee
From entrepreneurs to ex-cons, from teachers to artists, Milwaukee’s 20-somethings are contributing to their community. This multimedia series was produced by students in Professor Herbert Lowe’s spring 2016 digital journalism class at Marquette University’s Diederich College of Communication.
Neighborhood House early childhood services earn top Youngstar rating
Neighborhood House Early Childhood Services officially passed state inspections for YoungStar 5 status on May 9th, 2016. The agency’s overall scores put it in the top 10% of child care providers in the state, top 6% in Milwaukee. YoungStar is a program of the WI Department of Children and Families that evaluates the quality of […]
MKEGrind owners offer teens training and mentorship
A new, expanded program is benefiting the second class of barista trainees at the Arts @ Large Walker’s Point café.
On the Block: ‘She’s in a better place’
Deirek Smith, 57, talks about how he felt after losing two lady-friends to cancer.
Girl Scout leader aims to teach young girls self-confidence, leadership
Lila Saavedra, 26, found her passion for service working with the Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast. She hopes to use her platform with the organization to empower young girls to become leaders in their communities.
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