State officials say it could take years for students to access Workforce Pell grants, with aid initially available only to students in a handful of carefully scrutinized programs.
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Researchers find link between vehicle crashes and firearm injuries. Can this information be used to help prevent Milwaukee gun violence?
Researchers say emergency department visits after vehicle crashes could help identify young people at risk of future firearm injury and connect them with support before violence occurs.
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5 things to know and do the week of July 6
Join a walking book club at Havenwoods; learn how to be a young boss; get your rights as a renter; and more.
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Can Wisconsin employers check your credit?
Employers in most states, including in most parts of Wisconsin, can run background checks that show your debts, available credit and payment history. Here’s what job seekers and employees should know.
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Milwaukee NNS Weekly Wrap-up: Week 26
NNS Weekly Wrap-Up I hope you are having the best weekend. As we continue to celebrate independence, I wanted to also celebrate NNS. For 15 years, we have served Milwaukee with rigorous reporting that centers the community and the issues residents care about. We are truly independent. As a nonprofit newsroom, we answer to you. […]
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The Milwaukee Fire Department is urging residents to not use fireworks on July 4 weekend
Milwaukee’s fire and police departments are reminding residents that it is illegal to buy or use fireworks, which can cause fires, burns or other injuries.
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Here’s your Fourth of July weekend event guide for Milwaukee
Looking for something fun and free to do to celebrate Independence Day? We’ve got you covered.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of July 3
Celebrate the Fourth of July; meet neighbors in the Amani neighborhood; join other kids for a community playtime; and more.
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Neu-Life Community Development breaks ground on $16M center in Milwaukee
Community members and elected officials gathered on the corner of West Cherry and North 12th streets for the groundbreaking of NeuVue, a new center for Milwaukee’s youths and young adults.
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South Side senior fathers model in their first fashion show with help from a senior sewing group
Senior women at the United Community Center used their sewing skills to create custom shirts for fathers to model at the center’s first fashion show for men.