A bill would give counties more resources to help people with mental illness who’ve committed certain crimes.
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We don’t talk about DEI: Wisconsin hospital systems are quietly removing diversity language
After President Donald Trump threatened to pull back federal funding, SSM Health, Aurora Health and UW Health changed their websites.
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Changes to federal food aid raise alarm as summer nears. Here’s what you need to know.
Summer meal programs have not been targeted, but lawmakers warn thousands of families could lose access to similar support due to budget cuts from the Trump administration.
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Wisconsin, once a leader in childhood vaccinations, now a leader in vaccine skepticism
Personal conviction waivers have increased by four times over the past 30 years.
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Drug overdose deaths are declining in the county. Will opioid settlement funds drive those numbers down further?
As drug overdose deaths decline in Milwaukee County, those who provide on-the-ground services say better collaborations and efforts funded from an opioid settlement are the reason
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Empathy Mental Health seeks to address ‘urgent need’ in Milwaukee’s Black community
A group of community leaders has announced the launch of Empathy Mental Health, a new nonprofit organization focused on “culturally responsive care.”
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Proposed budget cuts put health insurance navigator program in danger
A steep funding cut expected to take place later this year threatens to gut Covering Wisconsin, a statewide health insurance navigator program that provides free guidance and other resources to help people access health coverage.
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New campaign urges Black community in Milwaukee to use naloxone to reduce overdose deaths
“You Have the Power to Save Lives” is a campaign that aims to reduce overdose deaths in Black communities.
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Residents protest proposed We Energies natural gas plant
Several North Side community organizations are protesting a $1.2 billion natural gas power plant proposed by We Energies.
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NNS Spotlight: Robert Miranda on a life of activism, community and doing what’s right
Robert Miranda has dedicated his career to leading and serving his community. Now he’s fighting for lead-free water and living environments in Milwaukee.