Neighborhood groups participated in “walk audits” where they looked at traffic, signs, sidewalks and crosswalks at busy intersections and learned about bus transit.
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Families honor traffic victims and demand safer roads in Milwaukee
The Coalition for Safe Driving MKE hosted its third annual vigil for the World Day of Remembrance for Victims of Road Traffic Violence.
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Residents voice concerns about proposed MCTS bus line cuts
Residents and other stakeholders said during a public listening session that access, safety and community input were among their concerns
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Drivers face two new impoundment risks
City officials roll out rules meant to boost parking citation compliance and decrease dangerous driving.
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MPD gets nearly 900 calls from MPS schools over three-month period
Police received nearly 900 calls from MPS schools after school resource officers were ordered to return to the district.
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Common Ground launches South Side safety campaign, creates nonprofit to support tenants
Common Ground announced this week an initiative to hold leaders accountable for safety and the creation of a nonprofit to support tenants.
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Resources to help prevent, interrupt and respond to violence
Here are organizations that can help with violence interruption, legal support and provide other resources for youths and adults in Milwaukee.
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Officials and residents weigh in on MPD’s pursuit policy after fatal crash
Since a recent fatal crash, some residents have called for changes to police pursuit policies, while others blame such incidents on those who flee officers.
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MPS rolls out new emergency protocol
Milwaukee Public Schools has rolled out a new emergency protocol designed to standardize and simplify responses to emergencies.
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Video: How ‘community verifiers’ work to inform residents about ICE
As immigration enforcement increases, some community members want to better document the activities of ICE.