Latino Arts, Inc. has been offering Milwaukeeans arts education and high-quality performing and visual arts from Latin America, Spain and the Caribbean for more than 20 years.
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Obama’s immigration reforms leave South Side activists wanting more
South Side immigration rights activists are reacting to reforms announced by President Obama with “a divided heart,” pledging to continue fighting for more changes.
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Great Handshake competition trains students in character, communication
Students from Milwaukee College Prep tested their confidence and social skills at The Great Handshake championship.
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South 27st Street construction delayed until spring
Already a headache for business owners and shoppers, construction in the South 27th Street business district has been delayed until spring, though officials say a temporary asphalt surface will allow traffic to run on both sides of the street by next week.
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Job Corps prepares young adults for realities of difficult job market
Job Corps, a federal program created 50 years ago as part of the War on Poverty, attempts to pull economically disadvantaged youth and young adults out of poverty.
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Native American art show at City Hall ‘bolsters native voices’
The Native American Awareness Project has art on display at City Hall through Wednesday. The exhibit is a boost for Native American artists who may not have had other opportunities to showcase their work.
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Home investments improve quality of life in Layton Blvd. West
Launched in 2011, the Layton Boulevard West Neighborhood’s Quality of Life Plan is deep into implementation, and signs of improvement are evident.
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Neighborhoods earn national recognition for partnerships with police
The MetLife Foundation and LISC recognized three community organizations for their work with police to reduce crime. This is the first time three groups from the same city received the national award.
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Neighborhoods earn national recognition for partnerships with police
The MetLife Foundation and LISC recognized three community organizations for their work with police to reduce crime. This is the first time three groups from the same city received the national award.
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Neighborhood residents welcome ‘ShotSpotter’ and heightened police presence
ShotSpotter sensors quickly alert police to gunfire in neighborhoods.