In some city neighborhoods, kids play indoors because parents fear for their safety. But places such as the Urban Ecology Centers are providing safe havens for outdoor play and creating safer neighborhoods in the process.
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New shelter offers women a chance to leave life on the streets
Clare Community has opened a home for prostitutes and victims of sex trafficking while they transition to a new life.
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Corner stores fill need for convenience, companionship
Milwaukee’s hundreds of corner stores are microcosms of their neighborhoods.
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Community members march across bridge to stop violence
Community organizations have begun a campaign to stop the violence in the city of Milwaukee. Saturday’s walk across the James E. Groppi Unity Bridge kicked off the yearlong campaign.
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Local leaders seek signed pledges from community members to get involved
Local leaders envision the “I Pledge Milwaukee” initiative as a vehicle to help residents channel their resources and abilities to help improve the city.
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Favorite of 2013: ‘Wisdom Walk’ leads away from violence, toward change
Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service covered a wide range of stories focused on central city neighborhoods during the past year. In the first of a three-part series, Reporter Andrea Waxman explains why her story about the “Wisdom Walk” program at the Alma Center is her favorite of 2013. It was originally published on Feb. 18.
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District 3 police, residents bond on the ball diamond
Next Door Foundation organized a softball game to strengthen relations between District 3 police and residents.
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La Luz del Mundo opens violence prevention center on South Side
A new family services center will host support groups and offer educational opportunities intended to address domestic and street violence.
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Youth recall violence, encourage peace at North Side gathering
North Side young people took the lead in planning an event to promote peace through art and music in Washington Park’s Fox Field.
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Family remembers loved one while clinging to hope for justice
Fifteen months after the murder of Justin “JJ” Kohen, his killers remain at large as his family struggles to find peace.