The Milwaukee County Transit System is shortening some routes and detouring others. Learn about the changes here.
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5 things to know and do the week of March 2
Learn about crime and safety in District 5; study for the citizenship exam; connect with Amani neighbors; and more.
Posted inCriminal justice, Public Safety
Update: Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office decides against using facial recognition technology
The Sheriff’s Office cited valid concerns from advocates about the use of the technology to obtain data, but left open the door for its use in the future.
Posted inCommunity, Photos
Four new community-powered fridges open on Milwaukee’s North Side as grocery store closures continue
As grocery stores close across Milwaukee’s North and Northwest Side, One MKE and its community partners are expanding a community-centered campaign to fight food scarcity.
Posted inCommunity, Economic Development, Housing
Residents explore development ideas for Lisbon Avenue in Washington Park
At the Lisbon Avenue Corridor Charette, Washington Park residents and local design firms worked on ideas for six project sites they hope connect with the neighborhood’s quality of life goals.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of Feb. 27
Enjoy a farm-to-table meal; learn hip-hop dance; defend yourself against common scams; and more.
Posted inCriminal justice, Public Safety
Critics still wary of facial recognition technology use by law enforcement
Residents and others are still raising concerns over the potential use of the controversial technology. MPD says it no longer plans to use the technology, and also announced the suspension of an officer for improper use of a different tracking technology.
Posted inCommunity, Health and Wellness, NNS Spotlight
‘It’s beautiful to see’: Milwaukee youths help transform vacant 53206 lot into a community garden
Children from We Got This Milwaukee are working to beautify the neighborhood by turning a vacant into a space of learning, growth and positivity.
Posted inCommunity, Education
Carmen Northwest’s move to Harambee brings new possibilities for students and the neighborhood, school leaders say
The school envisions partnerships with local businesses and other collaborations when the school moves to its new building in July.
Posted inCommunity, Public Safety
Air Wisconsin turns to ICE
The Appleton-based airline now plays a role in the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown, flying between detention centers. Explore how its flight patterns have changed since its sale to a federal contractor.