Though the organization’s programs and facilities have evolved and expanded, the mission of Running Rebels to support Milwaukee youths with positive relationships and opportunities has remained strong for more than 38 years.
Leaders criticize Evers’ suggestion to delay closing Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake youth prisons
State legislators and Department of Corrections officials are discussing postponing closure of the state’s youth prisons for up to two years, an idea triggering alarm by local youth justice advocates and Milwaukee County officials.
Warming shelters expand hours as brutal cold descends on city
During the past several days, shelters and warming rooms expanded their hours to protect Milwaukee’s homeless population from the extreme cold.
Vital services put on hold as deep freeze grips city
Sub-zero temperatures have led to widespread closures in Milwaukee, taking the worst toll on vulnerable people.
Light & Unite Red educates young people about substance abuse
Light & Unite Red kicked off its 2019 prevention campaign during National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week, providing educational games and resources at COA’s family fun night.
San Quentin Prison exhibit shows boys stark portrait of life gone wrong
A group of boys participating in the Saving Our Sons Movement visited the Milwaukee Art Museum to view an exhibit on San Quentin Prison and discuss what they learned from it.
Milwaukee County reveals potential locations for youth secure residential facility
After Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake close in 2021, Milwaukee County will open a secure residential facility for youth in Milwaukee’s Havenwoods neighborhood, which leaders say will be in stark contrast to the youth prisons.
MLK Day breakfast brings together Milwaukee leaders to celebrate Dr. King
Community members, elected officials and students filled the ballroom of the Italian Community Center on Jan. 21 to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Historic designation for Washington Park sparks spirited conversation on public land use
A proposal to designate Washington Park as a historic site could alter the Urban Ecology Center’s plans for the park, which was designed by renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted.
CORE El Centro focuses on healing from the inside out
CORE El Centro, which opened in 2002, provides natural healing and wellness services to thousands of low-income residents.
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