Ron "Ronshine" Smith

Happy Sunday from the NNS team.

Last week was busy in Milwaukee! From Meredith’s persistent reporting on the continued dysfunction of the Social Development Commission to Princess’ nuanced story on how policy barriers hinder tenants’ efforts to address substandard living conditions, our journalists continue to give you the newsroom you deserve.

And although we tackled some hard issues, we still made time for joy. Check out Chesnie’s article about two teen friends who started their own affordable pet care business. If that doesn’t make you smile, find me and I will give you a hug.

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Proceed until apprehended this week.

Ronshine
Executive Director

MPS budget approved, as new report cites concerns over financial future of district

May 29, 2026

Debt, questions about board seat and governance compliance among latest concerns for Social Development Commission

May 28, 2026

5 things to know and do the weekend of May 29

May 28, 2026

Still haven’t filed? Here is where you can go if you need help with extended tax returns

May 28, 2026

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MPS proposes centralized equity department, major cuts to existing equity programs in new budget

May 28, 2026

Policy barriers limit ability of Milwaukee tenants to address substandard housing conditions

May 27, 2026

Class of 2026 and doing big things? We want to hear from you 

May 27, 2026

Wisconsin’s prison population is heading toward a record high. Track the trend here.

May 27, 2026

Commutations are back in Wisconsin – as are strong feelings about them

May 26, 2026

Here are 6 free or affordable summer programs and camps for Milwaukee youths

May 26, 2026

Decade-old marijuana conviction prompts ICE detention of Wisconsin green card holder after family trip

May 26, 2026

Here are places in Milwaukee where you can stay cool and be active in the water this summer

May 26, 2026

Meet two teen friends who started their own affordable pet care businesses in Milwaukee

May 25, 2026

MPD’s Operation Summer Guardian launched last week. Here’s how and where the program operates

May 25, 2026

Judge dismisses federal government’s lawsuit over Wisconsin voter records

May 25, 2026

5 things to know and do the week of May 25

May 24, 2026

Opinion: After decades in prison, who deserves a chance at clemency?

May 24, 2026

Wisconsin mother granted bond in challenge to ICE detention rule

May 24, 2026


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