A federal judge on Wednesday tossed out the federal eviction moratorium, making it easier for landlords to kick out tenants behind in rent. Here are some things you should know.
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Struggling residents get help with overdue utility bills through state program
Struggling residents caught a break this week after the Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program distributed over $21 million to consumer-owned utility companies to help clear overdue utility bills.
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‘It’s my body, and I believe I am doing what is best for me’: Why some COVID survivors are skipping the shot
Despite experiencing severe symptoms of COVID, including hospitalization, some remain skeptical of the vaccine and do not plan to get it.
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What renters need to know about the eviction process
A tenant, a property owner and a staff attorney with the Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee explain the process of evictions.
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The NNS coronavirus update for week of April 19: Milwaukee health order stays in place; Evers makes food benefits deal
Milwaukee’s Phase 6 health order will remain in place for another four weeks. This means officials will relax some gathering and capacity limits in public spaces.
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Four main takeaways from “Making rent,” a conversation about eviction and tenant rights
You’ve told us your concerns about eviction through our texting service News414, so we talked to a panel of experts and got their advice. Here are our four main takeaways.
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COVID-19 Vaccines Guide: What you need to know before, during and after your shot
The COVID-19 vaccine is now available to the general public in Wisconsin. Here’s what you need to know about getting the vaccine, from beginning to end.
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5 things to know this week in Milwaukee: April 12 to April 17
Celebrate Black Restaurant Week; MCTS increases passenger capacity; check out 414 Day with the Bronzeville Collective; tune in to a webinar on youth homelessness; and learn about an art opportunity with Near West Side Partners and Pete’s Pops.
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The NNS coronavirus update for week of April 12: County buses expand passenger capacity; new tools to find places to get vaccinated
Starting today, Milwaukee County buses will allow up to 20 people to ride. Here’s what else you need to know about COVID-19 in Milwaukee this week.
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Here’s what to do if you haven’t received pandemic-related school lunch benefits
Some Milwaukeeans have been mistakenly told they do not qualify for the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer program, or P-EBT. Here’s what you can do to make sure you get your benefits.