Forty children under the age of 18 have been victims of homicides in Milwaukee County since 2023.
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Posted inCommunity, Health and Wellness, NNS Spotlight
NNS Spotlight: How Wraparound Milwaukee lifts at-risk youths and their families with mental health support
Wraparound Milwaukee works under the Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services and serves as a special care system designed for children with significant emotional, behavioral and mental health needs, along with their families.
Posted inCommunity, Criminal justice, Public Safety
Millions of dollars approved for another juvenile correctional facility. What does this mean for Milwaukee youths?
Wisconsin’s new budget includes money for the planning of a juvenile correctional facility in Dane County, as plans for the same type of facility in Milwaukee move forward at the same time.
Posted inCarousel, Education, Home, Neighborhoods, News
Parents and children ‘browse’ for the best education possible
Milwaukee Public Schools showcases its programs for parents and children looking for the best place to go to school in the fall.
Posted inArts and Recreation, Carousel, Education, Harambee, Home, Neighborhoods, News, North
Brothers return to Riverwest to help children like them
Darren and Vedale Hill grew up in poverty in Riverwest. Now in their twenties, the brothers have returned to teach and inspire local children.
Posted inCarousel, Education, Home, Neighborhoods, News
Organizers push back Quest charter school opening
Organizers plan to open the first of three Quest-Milwaukee charter schools in the 2014-15 school year instead of 2013-14 as originally planned.