The Milwaukee Health Department is working to reduce childhood lead poisoning and inform the public of the risks, but residents and officials agree that more must be done.
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‘Men4Men End the Demand’ takes on sex trafficking
Male volunteers are raising awareness of sex trafficking by talking with men in barbershops about the fact that many sex workers are coerced.
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Andre Lee Ellis set to take mentoring program to youth in detention
The founder of a grassroots mentoring program for young black boys will work with youth in the Vel R. Phillips Juvenile Justice Center this summer.
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Black leaders call for peace, unity in wake of Sylville Smith verdict
Grassroots leaders who gathered in Sherman Park after a not guilty verdict came down for the killer of Sylville Smith, said the black community must unite to fight for change and a better tomorrow.
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Heal the Hood expands to add resources, more neighborhoods
For the first time, Heal the Hood, a community block party in its sixth year, is focused on providing resources and services for attendees. The event also has expanded from one to four neighborhoods.
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City leaders renew call for Sheriff Clarke to be removed from office
A Milwaukee County supervisor and an immigrant rights activist say Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke has been a drain on public resources, amid investigations and potential lawsuits for deaths at the Milwaukee County Jail.
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Municipal Court takes Warrant Withdrawal Wednesday on the road
The second Warrant Withdrawal Wednesday event featured satellite courtrooms and assistance with obtaining driver’s licenses, resume writing and other services.
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Common Council calls for reducing incarceration
The Common Council recently passed a resolution calling on the county, state and federal government to prioritize prevention to address crime and violence.
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Questions remain in Claybrooks case, as charging decision nears
Investigators working for his family and residents of the immediate area are saying it is likely that Jermaine Claybrooks, killed in an officer-involved shooting in March, was unconscious and already wounded when he was shot to death.
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Zeidler Center discussions aim to foster better police-community relations
After a dialogue between residents and police in Metcalfe Park, participants said the discussions could open the door for better relations between police and the central city’s black community.