Race and Income and ‘Back to School’
Republicans decry virtual schooling for Black students. But Black families more likely to support it.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Committee Reviews Mental Health Emergency Center Plan
New facility in central city location partnering county with major health care providers.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
MIAD Holiday Sale, Feb. 5-6
Just in time for Valentine’s Day – join us virtually for the annual sale of work by MIAD student artists and designers. Sign up today at miad.edu/holidaysale2021 to get VIP Preview Night access to shop early.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
City’s New Vaccine Scheduling Tool Fills Up Quickly
Health department says to check back Friday to schedule vaccination.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Why Republicans Oppose Mask Mandate
They say it’s about the governor exceeding his authority. So why not pass their own plan?
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
Correct a Cheating System With Fair Maps
Ending gerrymandering will mean prioritizing your needs over the ambitions of politicians.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by State Sen. Jeff Smith
Evers Plan Seeks Lower Drug Prices
Would limit copayments on insulin and import drugs from countries where they cost less.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Shamane Mills, Wisconsin Public Radio
Far More Women Getting Vaccines
Nearly 10% of women and just 5.2% of men in Wisconsin have gotten at least a first dose.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Masonic Center Could House Apartments
Once slated to be a hotel with a new tower, historic downtown building would now become housing.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Okays City Funds for Convent Project
School Sisters of St. Francis transforming south-side home into 63 apartments.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Hunger Task Force Targets Food Deserts
Mobile Markets makes two stops every week day bringing fresh, affordable foods to neighborhoods.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Matt Martinez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
New 911 Call Center Aims For Speed
City system promises faster pickups, fewer dropped calls, ability to dispatch based on officer location.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
