In a year when issues such as immigration and a proposed wall at the Mexican border have become major political issues, the nation’s oldest and largest Hispanic organization will hold its convention in Milwaukee in July.
Clarke Square
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‘Some of these tribes are gone’: Class makes sure Native American youths never forget their rich heritage
Native American youths learn about their rich heritage in culture classes being offered at the Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center.
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A Trump-backing pastor is latest to declare candidacy for Ald. Donovan’s 8th Aldermanic District seat
Eduardo Loera, a long time South Side pastor, has joined State Rep. JoCasta Zamarripa and Democratic operative Justin Bielinski in declaring candidacy for the 8th District aldermanic seat.
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Catching up on The Domes controversy: Could they be demolished?
When it comes to the Mitchell Park Domes, repairs aren’t cheap and a new report is suggesting they be demolished. Here’s what you need to know to catch up on the controversial issue.
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Will Common Council override mayor’s veto of taco truck ban?
Are taco food trucks creating safety problems along West National Avenue? That’s the question Mayor Barrett and the Common Council must address as the battle over a ban on taco trucks shows no sign of ending.
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Former Zilber exec plans to continue working to advance social justice
Susan Lloyd, the Zilber Family Foundation’s former executive director, spent the last 10 years leading the Zilber Neighborhood Initiative, which invested more than $50 million in the Lindsay Heights, Clarke Square and Layton Boulevard West neighborhoods.
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Beat cop initiative provides ‘sense of security’ for Clarke Square residents, business owners
The beat cop initiative has been underway for several months in Clarke Square, and residents and business owners say they appreciate the added police presence in the neighborhood.
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Zilber Neighborhood Initiative draws to a close
The Zilber Neighborhood Initiative, a project of the Zilber Family Foundation, recently drew to a close. The 10-year initiative worked to improve the quality of life in Lindsay Heights, Clarke Square and the Layton Boulevard West neighborhoods of Silver City, Burnham Park and Layton Park. The foundation is a key funder of Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service.
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Holiday lights show cheer in neighborhoods across the city
This gallery features festively decorated homes in each of the 18 neighborhoods NNS covers.
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Fight continues for law to provide driver’s licenses to undocumented people
Voces de la Frontera is advocating for state legislation that would make roads safer, keep families together by avoiding threats of deportation and improve police-community relations.