The state has expanded its Pandemic EBT program to include children younger than 6. Eligible families must be enrolled in FoodShare to receive benefits.
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A federal judge strikes down the eviction moratorium. What does that mean for Milwaukee?
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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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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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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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.
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The moratorium on utility shut-offs ends on April 15. Here’s what you need to know.
Utility disconnections resume on April 15. Here’s what struggling residents and businesses need to know.
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Here’s a list of places to get the COVID-19 vaccine in Milwaukee
If you’re looking for a place to get the COVID-19 vaccine, we’ve got you covered.
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COVID-19 vaccine clinics to be held for 53206 and 53210 residents
Residents in the 53206 and 53210 ZIP codes will be able to get vaccines at eight clinics over the next two months as part of a new effort to get doses into the community.