As other states expand access to methadone treatment under relaxed federal rules, Wisconsin has been slow to follow.
Wisconsin Department of Health Services
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Hunger Task Force moving resource center to new, expanded South Side location
The Hunger Task Force will open a new Southside Community Resource Center in March, just a short walk west from its current location on Historic Mitchell Street.
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As temperatures drop, here’s where you can stay warm this winter
Warming centers are open now through March. 31.
Posted inCommunity, gun violence, Health and Wellness
‘It’s more about prevention’: Police Chief Jeffrey Norman on gun violence in city
Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman talks about efforts to address gun violence in the city.
Posted inCommunity, Criminal justice
Diary of a returning citizen: Opportunities and challenges
Sunshine Ketchum has been zeroing in on her release from incarceration. While she has had some positive experiences since the last time NNS heard from her, challenges remain.
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Families call for more options after Next Door Pediatrics closes
Since the closing of Next Door Pediatrics, many North Side residents, particularly children, now face significant challenges in accessing essential health care.
Posted inCommunity, Criminal justice
New youth prison for Milwaukee boys is progressing. But what does that mean for Milwaukee girls?
The construction of a new juvenile prison in Milwaukee is moving forward. However, the prison will house only boys, with no corresponding facility for girls being planned in the city.
Posted inbasic needs, Community, Neighborhoods
Milwaukeeans get better access to FoodShare through resource centers
The Hunger Task Force operates three FoodShare Resource Centers, with its newest location bringing FoodShare services back to the Marcia P. Coggs Human Services Center at 1220 W. Vliet St.
Posted inClarke Square, Community, Health and Wellness
South Side walking group leads way to better health for Latino residents
On Milwaukee’s South Side, Lideres por la Salud is a walking group that aims to be a beacon of health and wellness for Milwaukee’s Latino community
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Milwaukee County leads the state in rates of diabetes. Here’s how to lower your risk.
Milwaukee County leads the state in the number of residents who have diabetes. We’ve compiled some resources you should know about.