Whether you’re a new homeowner or just trying to make sense of your tax bill, here’s a breakdown of how property taxes work in Milwaukee.
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As temperatures drop, here is where you can find shelter from the cold and free winter gear
With temperatures hovering around freezing, warming centers can help people stay warm and safe from the elements this winter.
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IMPACT stepping aside from coordinating services in Milwaukee County for people experiencing a housing crisis
IMPACT will no longer serve as the lead operator of the county’s Coordinated Entry system, which provides resources for people experiencing a housing crisis.
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How to avoid fires and stay safe this winter
When it comes to fire safety, one can never be too prepared. Here are some tips that can help save your life.
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Here’s how to keep your utilities from being disconnected
Utility disconnections pause from Nov. 1 to April 15, 2026. Here’s some information to help you keep the lights on.
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Common Ground launches South Side safety campaign, creates nonprofit to support tenants
Common Ground announced this week an initiative to hold leaders accountable for safety and the creation of a nonprofit to support tenants.
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Housing Authority still struggling with Section 8 payments
Some Section 8 recipients face delays in housing payments, two years after the Housing Authority was ordered to outsource management of the program.
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Number of children in foster care down, but finding homes for them remains a challenge
Though the number of children in out-of-home care is decreasing, the foster care system in Milwaukee, and in Wisconsin in general, is under growing strain.
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Amani residents are sleeping outside to raise awareness about homelessness
Residents are hosting a sleep-out and read-a-thon in the Amani neighborhood this weekend at 2444 N. 21st St.
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Elizabeth Brown’s long journey to homeownership
After years of housing struggles, the Milwaukee resident worked with multiple agencies to finally buy a home.