Amid praise for stop-and-frisk from Trump, ACLU educates people about their rights

October 17, 2018 by Edgar Mendez Leave a Comment

The ACLU of Wisconsin is working to inform residents about the impact of a lawsuit targeting stop-and-frisk that led to police reforms in Milwaukee.

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YoungStar ratings are rising, but family providers struggle

October 16, 2018 by Analise Pruni Leave a Comment

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The YoungStar program has improved child care in Milwaukee County, however 85 percent of family providers have closed in the last 10 years.

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Milwaukee advocacy groups urge victims to report sexual assault

October 15, 2018 by Grace Connatser Leave a Comment

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Only a fraction of sexual assault victims come forward, according to experts, and when they do, they want people to listen to them and believe them.

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Youth coach uses football to teach players life lessons on and off field

October 13, 2018 by Max Nawara 1 Comment

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Jamar Lockwood, a volunteer coach with the Neighborhood Children’s Sports League, gets involved in the lives of his players and their parents. He sees football as a tool for teaching structure and respect.

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More than 100 new affordable apartments add to Harambee development

October 12, 2018 by Andrea Waxman 2 Comments

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Two redevelopment projects in historic underutilized and vacant buildings are bringing new residents to a North Side neighborhood experiencing significant growth.

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Fatherhood summit encourages men to participate in children’s lives

October 11, 2018 by Max Nawara 1 Comment

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The two-day summit connected Milwaukee fathers with jobs and other resources to help them become more responsible and involved with their families.

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Urban Ecology branch manager finds her place in city’s ecosystem

October 10, 2018 by Carly Wolf Leave a Comment

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A volunteer at the Riverside Urban Ecology Center when she was in high school, Glenna Holstein now manages the Menomonee Valley branch.

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Rev-Up MKE aims to revitalize Near West Side through entrepreneurship

October 9, 2018 by Sarah Lipo Leave a Comment

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The owner of an organic bakery won a cash prize and mentorship opportunities as the first-place winner in the recent Rev-Up MKE competition sponsored by Near West Side Partners.

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Black Women’s Empowerment March honors Vel R. Phillips

October 8, 2018 by Ana Martinez-Ortiz Leave a Comment

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The second annual Black Women’s Empowerment March honored Vel Phillips, while highlighting the role of black women as the “backbone of society.”

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North Division, Zablocki chosen to participate in community schools partnership

October 5, 2018 by Ryeshia Farmer Leave a Comment

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North Division High School and Clement J. Zablocki Elementary School are the newest of 10 MPS “community schools,” where teachers, students, families and community partners collectively create programs that address students’ needs.

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Amid praise for stop-and-frisk from Trump, ACLU educates people about their rights

YoungStar ratings are rising, but family providers struggle

Milwaukee advocacy groups urge victims to report sexual assault

Youth coach uses football to teach players life lessons on and off field

More than 100 new affordable apartments add to Harambee development

Fatherhood summit encourages men to participate in children’s lives

Urban Ecology branch manager finds her place in city’s ecosystem

Rev-Up MKE aims to revitalize Near West Side through entrepreneurship

Black Women’s Empowerment March honors Vel R. Phillips

North Division, Zablocki chosen to participate in community schools partnership

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