Here’s what to know about free or low-cost mental health services in Milwaukee County.
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African American Roundtable wants to create a sustainable and localized food system through new campaign
Launched earlier this summer, the Feed the Change MKE campaign is rooted in the priorities of residents on Milwaukee’s far Northwest Side but designed as a citywide effort that invites participation from residents and organizations.
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211 data highlights Milwaukee’s growing strain
Over 300,000 people reached out to Impact 211 in 2025.
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Are your utilities disconnected? You may qualify to get them turned back on during the heat advisory
State law requires a utility to make reasonable attempts to reconnect service to an occupied dwelling that has been disconnected for nonpayment during a heat emergency under certain conditions.
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Here are ways to beat the heat this summer
Splash pads, senior centers and libraries are all places you can stay cool over the summer.
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Indian Health Center’s grief vigil offers space for remembrance
Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center gathers local Indigenous community to find solace in remembrance and grief.
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How children became this city’s lead detectors
The persistent lead problem in Milwaukee rental homes underscores a long overlooked connection between tenants’ rights and the health and well-being of young kids.
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Wisconsin’s lead pipe count is falling. But the search isn’t over.
New inventories show fewer lead service lines than previously estimated, but Wisconsin water systems still aren’t sure what 181,000 pipes are made of.
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STC Wellness Center addresses mental health care gaps
The Wellness Center, an arm of St. Charles Youth and Family Services, provides therapy, psychiatric medication management and telebehavioral health services.
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Here are free 3 meal sites for kids during summer break
Food access during summer breaks can be challenging for families in Milwaukee, but local organizations are coming together to ensure no child goes hungry. Learn more about nearby meal sites here.