The U.S. Office of Community Services said the state’s process of removing the Social Development Commission’s community action status was compliant with federal rules.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of Dec. 5
Join VIA Community Development Corp. for its annual gathering; visit Fruition MKE for a holiday market; attend La Familia De Arte’s open house; and more.
Posted inCommunity, NNS Spotlight
La Causa: Empowering the community for over 50 years
La Causa is a community service agency that includes a K-8 school, an early education center and a social services division.
Posted inCommunity, Government
Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes is running for governor. Here are 7 related claims we checked … and the facts
During his run for U.S. Senate in 2022, Wisconsin Watch checked claims about the Democrat’s position on defunding the police, immigration and abortion.
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African American Roundtable sunsets Liberate MKE campaign
The African American Roundtable recently ended a campaign that addressed systemic issues in Milwaukee related to policing, public health and housing.
Posted inCommunity, Government
As living costs soar, tax relief shrinks for low-income Wisconsin residents
The homestead credit, a crucial source of property tax relief, has withered due to inflation and legislative inaction.
Posted inHousing
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.
Posted inCommunity, Education
These Milwaukee schools saw the greatest achievement, growth and overall scores on the state report card
Milwaukee Public Schools scored a 51.9 out of 100 on the latest state report card, but bright spots emerged throughout the district.
Posted inCommunity, Criminal justice
ICE plans to leave facility on Milwaukee School of Engineering campus
ICE will transition its processing operations from a building owned by the Milwaukee School of Engineering to a new location on the Northwest Side.
Posted inCommunity, Government
Here’s why Wisconsin Republican lawmakers pass bills they know Gov. Tony Evers will veto
Immigration is a top concern among Republicans, and putting Democratic votes on the record is likely a strategy heading into an election year.