Fight continues for law to provide driver’s licenses to undocumented people

December 11, 2018 by Grace Connatser Leave a Comment

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.

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Walking School Bus program at Lincoln to expand route, improve attendance

October 30, 2018 by Grace Connatser Leave a Comment

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The Walking School Bus program, which first started in fall 2017 at Lincoln Avenue School, will soon pick up nearly 20 children along an expanded route every Monday and Friday.

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South Siders optimistic about new beat cop initiative

October 19, 2018 by Sarah Lipo Leave a Comment

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South Side community members are optimistic about a new police initiative that will increase the number of officers on foot and bicycles in Milwaukee Police District 2.

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Thousands of enthusiastic Club León fans cheer on team at Miller Park soccer match

July 16, 2018 by Sophie Bolich 1 Comment

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Club León, a professional soccer team in Mexico with a large fan base in Milwaukee, recently played a scrimmage match at Miller Park against C.F. Pachuca. Leon’s fan club, Los De Arriba Milwaukee, was there to support the team.

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Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers offers free bicycles on South Side

June 2, 2018 by Donna Sarkar Leave a Comment

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Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers held a recent Bike Day, giving away more than 200 free bikes. The event was held to encourage safer bike-riding practices.

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“Celebrando” event to focus on preventive care for Latinos in Milwaukee

May 31, 2018 by Edgar Mendez Leave a Comment

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A health and wellness fair will be held on Saturday, June 2, at South Division High School and provide access to services to individuals who might be fearful to seek them elsewhere.

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Mitchell Street Sun Fair cancelled due to new state legislation

May 10, 2018 by Edgar Mendez 1 Comment

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A Republican-backed law that altered the funding mechanism for Business Improvement Districts in Milwaukee cost the Historic Mitchell Street BID $10,000, forcing it to cancel the popular fair this year. Organizers say it will be back in 2019.

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Rash of murders generates fear on South Side

May 3, 2018 by Edgar Mendez Leave a Comment

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Residents of the South Side blame an increase in drug activity and prostitution for a spate of murders that occurred in March and April.

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Local author writes book to help teens overcome abuse

April 27, 2018 by Edgar Mendez Leave a Comment

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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.

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Residents express shock, concern over looming closure of South Side Social Security office

March 15, 2018 by Edgar Mendez 3 Comments

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Despite recent protests, the Mitchell Street Branch of the Social Security Administration will close on March 22. The office serves about 2,200 visitors a month.

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