After the uprising, many government and civic leaders shared an interest in addressing longstanding systemic issues. Here’s what happened 10 years later.
Economic Development
Economic Development
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Section of 16th Street Bridge reopened Thursday
The southern section of the 16th Street Bridge reopened to traffic after being closed for more than eight months.
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10 years after uprising in Sherman Park, stubborn challenges persist
Poverty and housing instability remain major challenges for many residents 10 years after uprising made headlines across the world.
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Sherman Phoenix remains a symbol of growth for Milwaukee business owners
The hub, opened in a former bank building damaged during 2016 unrest, has helped dozens of small businesses grow while serving as a gathering place for the community.
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With prices up, here’s how and why to use an inflation calculator
These free online tools let you compare prices over time and check whether your pay is keeping up.
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We Energies says Microsoft won’t be held to contract terms that conflict with state regulators’ order
The contract says power plants serving Microsoft’s Mount Pleasant data center must be in eastern Wisconsin or Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, even though the state Public Service Commission rejected that requirement.
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We Energies says Oracle dispute won’t derail Port Washington data center
The utility told investors the project remains on schedule despite the tech giant’s legal challenge to Wisconsin’s new credit rating requirements for large data center operators.
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Educator and business expert gives tips to young and emerging entrepreneurs in Milwaukee
In honor of National Black Business Month and World Entrepreneurs’ Day on Aug. 21, Angelique Sharpe shares how emerging entrepreneurs in Milwaukee can develop a successful business.
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Filing for unemployment in Wisconsin is tricky. Keep these tips in mind.
There are many things that can derail your unemployment claim and even open you up to legal trouble. A labor and employment attorney walks through some of the common mistakes and how to avoid them.
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Residents question plans to move Capitol library to Midtown Center redevelopment
The city is considering creating a new space for the Milwaukee Public Library Capitol Branch 14 blocks east of its current location as part of the redevelopment of the former Walmart building at Midtown Center.