As the U.S. continues its long-standing commitment to shelter some of the world’s most persecuted and desperate people, a local agency fills the gap between refugee camp and a new life in Milwaukee.
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Special Report: Sixteenth Street Health Centers tackles hazards of lead paint in South Side homes
With no city subsidies available for lead abatement on the South Side, Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers points residents to other options to keep children safe from lead poisoning.
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On the Block: The ‘American Dream’
Diego Flores, 22, talks about his father, who was deported back to Mexico about seven years ago.
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On the Block: Exercise and community
Claudia Dominguez helps coach her son, Iker Velasco, and his soccer team at Kosciuszko Park.
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New statue furthers goal of creating Latino cultural hub on Chavez Drive
Hundreds gathered recently to celebrate the unveiling of a life-sized statue of Cesar E. Chavez, the second major initiative of the Farm project.
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MPS defends decision not to notify parents about bomb threat at South Division High School
Bomb threats at area schools are raising questions about how school officials should communicate with parents and the community in such situations.
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Former gangbanger now does street outreach for Clarke Square initiative
Jose Vasquez, 33, who survived being shot six times, is now working with the Clarke Square Neighborhoods Initiative to help improve the quality of life for residents of the South Side neighborhood.
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On the Block: Divisive campaigning
Alfredo “Freddy” Rodriguez, 32, says that divisive political campaigning has left him disillusioned.
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Bradley Tech showcases MPS robotics team ahead of competition
A robotics team made up of various MPS students hosted an open house at Bradley Technology and Trade School. Community members were led through tours of the workshop and got to see the team practice with their robot.
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New Felix Mantilla Little League baseball exchange program will help educate and raise cultural awareness among urban youth
A first-of-its-kind initiative that combines youth athletics with education and cultural awareness is underway in the U.S. This summer, students from the Journey House’s Felix Mantilla Little League will travel to Puerto Rico to play in a tournament with local athletes – and more importantly, will have new experiences that contribute to their education and […]