Did State Create Jobs in Sherman Park?
Wisconsin Economic Development Corp says 483 jobs created, critics say it's zero.
Aug 30th, 2016
Can Tammy Baldwin’s Proposal Reduce Poverty?
Legislation to reform federal programs based on Milwaukee’s problems and expertise.
Aug 9th, 2016
Municipal Court Denies Open Records Request
Wisconsin Justice Initiative seeks audio tapes to see if court is following the laws on handling defendants.
Jul 24th, 2016
One Woman’s Fight Against Infant Mortality
Milwaukee ranks high in black infant mortality. Tonda Thompson wants to help change that.
Jul 19th, 2016
County Cuts Homeless Population By 70%
Housing First program, launched in July 2015, slashes population of chronically homeless.
Jul 13th, 2016
Effort to Create Harambee Improvement District
Neighborhood Improvement District would give grants to homeowners to make repairs, upgrades.
Jun 15th, 2016
Gun Violence Rally Calls for Change
Politicians, citizens decry problem in Milwaukee, which saw spike in gun violence last year.
Jun 5th, 2016
Homeless Program Changes Tactics
Under the Bridge moves into a church basement to provide better service to the homeless.
Apr 8th, 2016
Common Ground Fixing Up Sherman Park
Advocacy group has renovated more than 70 foreclosed, distressed homes in Sherman Park.
Apr 2nd, 2016
Can Violence Reduction Program Work?
Milwaukee one of 10 cities chosen for federal program, but may not address root causes, critics say.
Mar 17th, 2016
MANDI Nominee Helps Homeless Families
37-unit Maskani Place, new complex at 320 E. Center, rents to low-income families.
Feb 25th, 2016
Health Center Restores Old Goldmann’s
Indian health center serving 7,500 patients rehabs old store for 40,000 square-foot center.
Jan 28th, 2016
Saluting the Spirit of Sharon Adams
Community pays tribute to Walnut Way co-founder, who helped revitalize neighborhood.
Dec 28th, 2015
City Ranks High in Helping Black Male Success
National analysis ranks Milwaukee above two-thirds of cities in fostering achievement.
Dec 23rd, 2015
Municipal Court Records Can Fall Into Black Hole
Murky policies can prevent open records for four to six weeks. Final story in a series.
Nov 16th, 2015
Few Municipal Court Defendants Have Lawyers
In 98% of cases they have none. Those with attorneys get off easier.
Nov 13th, 2015
Poor People Get Far More Municipal Fines
Study shows municipal court's fines for petty offenses fall disproportionately on the poor.
Nov 12th, 2015
The 37 Neighborhoods of Milwaukee
Local historian John Gurda's new book has a message: Geography matters.
Sep 28th, 2015
Civic Groups Fight MPS “Takeover” Plan
Coalition of 22 groups assails state plan giving county exec power over struggling schools.
Aug 27th, 2015
Wellness Center Starts Serving North Side
Center on 16th and North has first tenant, non-profit serving the disabled.
Aug 21st, 2015
Drug Testing Law In Legal Limbo
Few details available about FoodShare drug testing program.
Aug 13th, 2015
Club Provides Supportive Sanctuary For Addicts
The Friendship Club provides a safe, healthy educational and social setting for recovering addicts
May 25th, 2015
More Help for Homeless Men
Crisis hotline now serves homeless men seeking emergency shelter.
May 8th, 2015
$1 Million Plan to Upgrade Near West Side
Milwaukee Police, Marquette University and Harley-Davidson involved in project to redevelop area and cut crime.
Apr 19th, 2015
Program Helps Many Teens Get Driver’s License
COA gives scholarships for hundreds of city kids to get their license; $300 cost is otherwise unaffordable.
Apr 10th, 2015
Neighborhood Leaders Applaud Barrett’s Speech
Mayor's state-of-the-city speech details plans for neighborhood development and partnerships with city.
Mar 13th, 2015
A Developer Who Does Affordable Housing
MANDI nominee Todd Hutchison has built dozens of residential developments on the near north and south sides.
Mar 6th, 2015
Safe & Sound Will Target 8 High-Crime Neighborhoods
Community organizing group works with residents, high-risk youth and police to combat crime.
Feb 24th, 2015
Crime Drops 32% in North Side Neighborhood
"Comprehensive community effort" credited for two-year crime decline in Amani neighborhood.
Feb 12th, 2015
Counting the Homeless
Local agencies and volunteers will launch annual count of city's most needy people, in response to a HUD mandate.
Jan 29th, 2015
Why Did Police Arrest Local Reporter?
Officers say they feared for their safety. Reporter says he feels threatened by police.
Jan 21st, 2015
Segregation Still Major Problem in Metro Area
More than four decades after Fair Housing Act, suburbs still unfriendly to poor and minorities.
Jan 2nd, 2015
Local Program Exemplifies Job Corps Success
Milwaukee education and job training center serves 240 young people; 87% get a job or enroll in college or military.
Nov 19th, 2014
Last Rights for the Homeless
County Medical Examiner identifies deceased homeless people and brings closure to their families.
Nov 4th, 2014
Build Bucks Arena in Inner City?
Community leader calls on new owners to consider North Side location.
Oct 17th, 2014
City Expands Solar Program
Solar energy program shines on two more city neighborhoods.
Sep 15th, 2014
How To Fight Poverty
Door-to-door lawn mowing and landscaping jobs put food on table for poor laborers.
Aug 21st, 2014
New Pocket Park for Lindsay Heights
Located at 14th and Wright, park is part of mayor's "Home Gr/own Milwaukee" initiative.
May 29th, 2014
Central City Relies on Street Mechanics
Auto owners often get cheap repairs from free-lance mechanics.
May 13th, 2014
Common Ground Will Fight New Bucks Owners If No “Fair Play”
Group serves notice: any plan for new arena must include $200 million for children's playgrounds and athletic fields.
Apr 29th, 2014
Life at the Corner Stores
There are more than 300 in the city, and they are often the lifeblood of their neighborhoods.
Apr 25th, 2014
Take Me To The Home Improvement Fair
South siders get tips and financing help for home improvement from 16 organizations.
Apr 4th, 2014
How Will Obamacare Affect Health Care Prices?
Experts disagree about likely impact on Wisconsin.
Mar 27th, 2014
Workers in the Underground Economy
Scrap metal pickers brave the elements to make a tough living.
Jan 31st, 2014
Three More Neighborhoods Will Get City Loans
Pulaski Park, St. Joseph’s and Martin Drive neighborhoods now eligible for TIN loan program to increase property values and owner occupancy.
Jan 7th, 2014
New Cooperative Offers Health Insurance
Milwaukee's Common Ground creates one of 24 non-profit plans funded with loans from Obamacare.
Dec 26th, 2013
The Community Empowerment Tour
What steps can the Harambee neighborhood take to change and improve it?
Nov 27th, 2013
Cold Weather Increases Need for Energy Assistance
How and where to apply for state program providing assistance.
Nov 11th, 2013
City Budget’s Impact on Neighborhoods
From more police officers and new libraries to street pavement spending, changes will have big impact.
Oct 31st, 2013
Did U.S. Bank Discriminate Against City Neighborhoods?
Federal complaint includes evidence of bias in how bank handled homes in black and Latino neighborhoods.
Oct 17th, 2013
UWM Program Nurtures Latino Leaders
Many graduates of 9-month program now serve on non-profit boards.
Sep 23rd, 2013
New Violence Prevention Center Opens
Mayor calls it a "gigantic step" for the South Side.
Sep 4th, 2013
MPS Mandates Community Service
New MPS graduation requirement requires public service, promises community engagement
Aug 13th, 2013
MPS Filling Teacher Positions Easily
90% of 400 new teachers needed have already been hired.
Jul 17th, 2013
Two-Thirds of School Recreational Facilities are Inadequate
Study by Common Ground also demands children's facilities be fixed as part of any deal for new Bucks arena.
Jun 27th, 2013
Hungry for Haircuts
Along with meals for the poor, St. Benedict's offers haircuts, served up by a longtime hairdresser.
Jun 26th, 2013
Another Hole in the Safety Net?
Victims of domestic violence may lose health coverage because of disagreements between Gov. Walker and federal government.
Jun 4th, 2013
The New Czar of Community Safety
A partnership between the Milwaukee Police and a community organization will pay for a new leader to work on collaborative solutions to crime.
Apr 30th, 2013
Milwaukeeans Push for Immigration Reform
DC rally attendees come back confident a bipartisan agreement will be created by Congress.
Apr 12th, 2013
Thousands Could Lose Food Stamps Under Walker Proposal
Job training requirements could mean more hunger in Milwaukee, advocate predicts.
Mar 18th, 2013
New Inner City Medical Clinic Planned
Clinic at 23rd and Burleigh would serve poor families who lack access to medical care.
Mar 7th, 2013
Central City Crusaders
More than 15 Milwaukee groups and individuals are award nominees for work improving central city.
Mar 3rd, 2013
Raise High the Roof Beams, Carpenters
Common Ground has a $5 million plan to rehab foreclosed properties in the Sherman Park area.
Feb 20th, 2013
Counting the Homeless
A program of volunteers searching for all homeless people in Milwaukee finds "a whole other culture."
Feb 6th, 2013
The Bikewoman Cometh
A south side community group offers a mobile "bike hub" that repairs bikes and helps you get back on the pedals.
Feb 5th, 2013
New Network of Charter Schools Coming
Ex-MPS Superintendent Howard Fuller is helping lead effort, which will delay schools opening to 2014-2015.
Jan 21st, 2013
Washington Park Wins $600,000 Anti-Crime Grant
Two non-profits will work with the Milwaukee Police Department on strategies to reduce crime in the neighborhood.
Jan 13th, 2013
