Many had strong feelings about the sexual abuse allegations against Cesar Chavez and also about the street potentially being renamed.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of March 20
From exploring different types of transportation to cleaning Menomonee Valley, here’s what to know and do this weekend in Milwaukee.
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MPD banned its officers from concealing their identities. Will the Common Council extend a similar policy to ICE agents?
A proposed ordinance would prohibit face coverings for all law enforcement agencies operating in Milwaukee – including U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement.
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African American History Academic Challenge encourages pride, learning among Wisconsin students
High school and middle school students demonstrated knowledge through challenges focused on key events, figures and themes in Black history.
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‘Time to escape and time to survive’: Milwaukee leaders urge residents to use smoke alarms
The number of fire responses are up in the city. Smoke alarms are vital for surviving fires, say local leaders.
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More people in the state are removing themselves from the organ donor registry; fewer are donating blood
Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin has seen rapid declines in organ donors and blood donations in the state, which is impacting treatment for local patients. Here’s what you need to know and how to help.
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Without a dedicated election committee, Wisconsin Senate lags on election policy
Of the 19 election bills that Votebeat has tracked this legislative session, 18 have gotten at least a public hearing in the Assembly, compared with nine in the Senate.
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Evers to veto a bill weakening Common Council authority over MPD policy
Gov. Tony Evers said he plans to veto a Republican-led measure that would further limit the Milwaukee Common Council’s ability to influence Milwaukee Police Department policy.
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Finding long-term care is hard. Here’s how to start.
How experts recommend starting the search for assisted living in Wisconsin — from using aging and disability resource centers to asking referral agencies the right questions. Tell us what else you want to know.
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How do Milwaukee families feel about MPS schools being closed Monday?
This time, most parents felt Milwaukee Public Schools made the right call.