When Republicans swept into power in 2011, they passed laws to cripple Democrats. As the pendulum swings the other way, what might happen in 2027?
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Posted inHealth and Wellness, Resources
Winter can be dangerous for older adults and children. Here’s how to stay safe
Winter weather conditions can be especially treacherous for younger and older residents. Here’s what to keep in mind.
Posted inCommunity
5 things to know and do the weekend of Jan. 2
Watch a movie with Rooted & Rising; learn how to manage weight; help clean up Menomonee Valley; and more.
Posted inCriminal justice
My most memorable story of 2025: His 180-year prison sentence was cut after saving a guard’s life. Years later, he’s still waiting to go home.
My most memorable story of 2025 shows the workings of the criminal justice system from the point of view of the people in it.
Posted inCommunity, Photos
Our community in photos: The best of 2025
NNS photojournalist Jonathan Aguilar shares his favorite photos of 2025.
Posted inCommunity, Education
My most memorable story of 2025: A nonprofit installs bookshelves for children inside two Milwaukee laundromats
Reporter Chesnie Wardell’s favorite story of 2025 featured how Jacarrie Carr and the community came together to help children read.
Posted inCommunity, Government
Mandela Barnes called early Democratic front-runner, but Wisconsin governor’s race could be ‘wide open’
Strategists and party operatives don’t expect the field to clear for the former lieutenant governor.
Posted inEducation
My most memorable story of 2025: Milwaukee Sign Language School struggles with teacher vacancies
The struggle of vacancies at Milwaukee Sign Language School isn’t unique to the school; but the school serves populations that don’t get served elsewhere.
Posted inCommunity, Health and Wellness
Memorable story of 2025: ‘True definition of strength’: How this Milwaukee man fights through sickle cell disease
Mariela Fonseca Ruiz selected a story about James Griffin, a local man raising awareness about sickle cell disease, as a memorable story of 2025.
Posted inCommunity
Sobriety powwow to return New Year’s Eve
The Milwaukee Intertribal Circle is relaunching the New Year’s Eve Sobriety Pow Wow, a celebration and healing event that was on hiatus for years.