Richard Rothstein, author of “The Color of Law,” argues that segregation was created by the government and all citizens have a duty to work to undo its negative effects.
Milwaukee launches Children’s Savings Account initiative
Studies show that African-American and Latino students have a hard time picturing themselves going to college. The City of Milwaukee and United Way have partnered to create Children’s Savings Accounts, an initiative geared toward higher education.
‘Talking shop’ event to recall hip-hop origins on South Side
The “Talking Shop: Hip Hop,” event at Mitchell Street Library will revisit the days when breakdancing, hip-hop and the Cuteria barber shop were at the center of the neighborhood’s cultural shift.
South Siders optimistic about new beat cop initiative
South Side community members are optimistic about a new police initiative that will increase the number of officers on foot and bicycles in Milwaukee Police District 2.
Intergenerational participants talk about community at On the Table dinner
After attending an On the Table event last year, one woman decided to bring different generations together in her own neighborhood for a conversation. An estimated 10,000 people gathered for breakfast, lunch and dinner to talk about a wide array of issues.
Amid praise for stop-and-frisk from Trump, ACLU educates people about their rights
The ACLU of Wisconsin is working to inform residents about the impact of a lawsuit targeting stop-and-frisk that led to police reforms in Milwaukee.
YoungStar ratings are rising, but family providers struggle
The YoungStar program has improved child care in Milwaukee County, however 85 percent of family providers have closed in the last 10 years.
Milwaukee advocacy groups urge victims to report sexual assault
Only a fraction of sexual assault victims come forward, according to experts, and when they do, they want people to listen to them and believe them.
Youth coach uses football to teach players life lessons on and off field
Jamar Lockwood, a volunteer coach with the Neighborhood Children’s Sports League, gets involved in the lives of his players and their parents. He sees football as a tool for teaching structure and respect.
More than 100 new affordable apartments add to Harambee development
Two redevelopment projects in historic underutilized and vacant buildings are bringing new residents to a North Side neighborhood experiencing significant growth.
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