The arrest of a Milwaukee judge for allegedly obstructing a federal immigration arrest has heightened fears and confusion about immigration policy. Here’s what immigrants and the general public should know about their rights and risks.
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Posted inCommunity
5 things to know and do the weekend of Jan. 24
Chill at the Milwaukee Public Library Zablocki Branch; explore jobs with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources; engage in a conversation about elders; learn about Voces de la Frontera; and get a free cellphone holder.
Posted inCommunity, Criminal justice, Public Safety
A new Trump presidency raises questions for unauthorized immigrants. Here’s what we know.
During Donald Trump’s presidential campaign, he promised stricter border policies and mass deportations. NNS reached out to legal groups, advocacy organizations and lawmakers about what these changes may mean in Milwaukee.
Posted inCommunity, Election Watch 2024
5 ways to get the vote out in Milwaukee
As Election Day gets closer, there are a couple of steps you can take if you want your vote and voice to be heard.
Posted inCommunity
5 things to know and do the week of Aug. 19
Meet graphic designers at Fruition MKE; learn bookkeeping skills from an accountant; go to City on a Hill’s vision screening; dance at Latin night; and take a citizenship class with Voces de la Frontera.
Posted inCommunity
How some Milwaukee advocacy organizations are responding to the RNC
With the Republican National Convention in town, we’ve asked local organizations, activists and advocacy groups to share what they are planning and if and how their services will change during the convention.
Posted inCommunity, Criminal justice
Some students ask for compromise over police in schools
Some students seek to have school resource officers stationed somewhere discreetly on campuses but away from classrooms and buildings.
Posted inCommunity
5 things to know and do the week of Dec. 4
Get free produce at All Peoples Gathering Church’s table stand at West Clarke and North Second streets; attend the small business open house at Sherman Phoenix Marketplace; take a citizenship class at Mitchell Street Library; learn the ins and outs of getting and keeping health insurance; and provide input on the city’s future housing growth.
Posted inCommunity
Here’s how and where to celebrate Juneteenth in Milwaukee
Here’s a roundup on how to celebrate Juneteenth in Milwaukee this week.
Posted inCommunity
5 things to know and do the weekend of Jan. 20
Attend the opening of the “Music to My Fingers” exhibition; check out the “mutual aid shed” organized by Metcalfe Park Community Bridges; join a conversation on Black public health; participate in the winter coat drive organized by Voces de la Frontera; and attend Amani United’s neighborhood housing and economic development meeting.