Gun Violence Down 17% in Wisconsin, 20% in Milwaukee
During first 8 months of 2024. Are community intervention efforts working?
Dec 9th, 2024
Local Artist Creates ‘Milwaukee Homies’
Carlos Herrada creates homeboys and homegirls, lowriders and pets in style inspired by '90's underground comic strip.
Jan 18th, 2024
Woman Uses Narcan Vending Machine To Save Two Lives
Quick action by Shanice Collins reversed effects of opioid overdose.
Dec 29th, 2023
After 48 Years, Self Development Center Closing
New Concept Self Development Center focused on helping African Americans.
Dec 8th, 2023
Limited Supply of Narcan Prevents Milwaukee Groups From Saving Lives
Vending machines aren't available after hours, or are even turned off during the day.
Dec 1st, 2023
Five Years After Settlement, Racial Disparities Remain In MPD’s Practices
Black residents remain far more likely to be stopped while driving, subjected to interview or stop-and-frisk exam.
Nov 10th, 2023
Wisconsin Students Face Uncertain Future After Latest DACA Ruling
"Dreamers" have been forced to live life in limbo following repeated federal court rulings.
Oct 19th, 2023
City’s Drug-Related Arrests Drop By 67%
5-year decline even as overdose deaths soar. MPD cites change of focus.
Jul 9th, 2023
10 Summer Programs for City Kids
Milwaukee Recreation offers wide variety of activities.
Jun 17th, 2023
Riverwest Center Aims To Create Peace
Peace Learning Center works to bring students together.
May 5th, 2023
Former Judge Derek Mosley Working To Get Milwaukee Talking
Mosley, now with Marquette, hopes to break down barriers, promote civil discourse.
Apr 21st, 2023
UMOS Leads Effort to Target Labor Trafficking
Partners include state Department of Justice and Department of Workforce Development.
Apr 12th, 2023
New Program Helps Wisconsin Residents Navigate Unemployment System
Partnership between UMOS and Department of Workforce Development helps people access complicated system.
Feb 23rd, 2023
Why Are So Many More Young Wisconsinites Dying?
Surge in overdose deaths since 2000 explains half of mortality rate increase.
Feb 10th, 2023
Traffic Calming Poles Reduce Speeding
City has installed them on corners of major intersections. Studies show reduction in extreme speeding.
Dec 7th, 2022
Youth Correctional Facility Faces Obstacles
May be years before $42 million, northwest-side facility gets built, state Sen. Taylor says
Nov 12th, 2022
Milwaukee Ramps Up Monkeypox Testing, Vaccines
City health department leads the way. 'If you know you’ve been exposed get tested.'
Sep 28th, 2022
MPD Struggles Identifying Source of Crime Guns
Police Department does not maintain a data set on origin of thousands of confiscated firearms.
Sep 23rd, 2022
5 ZIP Codes Account for 47% of Milwaukee Gun Seizures
ZIP codes on north and northwest side of city with high gun seizures also experience most violence.
Sep 2nd, 2022
Why Was Key City Leader Fired?
Some in community question ousting of Office of Violence Prevention director Arnitta Holliman.
Aug 14th, 2022
Legal Aid Society Helps Milwaukee Residents Secure Pardons
Organization provides free legal assistance to Milwaukee County residents.
Aug 4th, 2022
Can New Naloxone Medication Reduce Overdose Deaths?
Increased potency of fentanyl, other opioids driving death rate in Milwaukee.
Jul 14th, 2022
Journey House Youth Sports Return
Athletic programs put on hold during COVID-19 pandemic return for the summer.
Jun 23rd, 2022
Safe & Sound Leader Seeks to Empower Residents
New executive director Bridget Whitaker 'understands the people side and business side.'
Jun 15th, 2022
Drug Overdose Deaths Still Plague County
Fentanyl driving 5-year rise in Milwaukee, though cocaine also a factor.
Jun 11th, 2022
The Rise of José Pérez
How high school dropout rose to become first Latino Common Council president in Milwaukee history.
May 14th, 2022
What Local Resources For Substance Abuse Are Available?
Local organizations provide everything from narcan training to substance abuse treatment.
Apr 23rd, 2022
City’s Auto Thefts Up 132% Last Year
10,479 vehicles stolen in 2021, but police department sees hopeful signs in 2022.
Mar 30th, 2022
After Losing Son to Overdose, A Father Fights Back
Isaac Solis started a social media campaign to raise awareness about fentanyl.
Feb 18th, 2022
Meet City’s New Election Commissioners
Commissioners will provide election oversight for upcoming mayoral primary.
Feb 3rd, 2022
Could More Drivers Ed Reduce Reckless Driving?
Some Milwaukee leaders point to decline of program as key contributor.
Jan 21st, 2022
City, County Struggle for Solutions to Overdose Deaths
South-side ZIP code hardest hit. A push for legislation to legalize test strips.
Dec 26th, 2021
Community Policing Commission Off to Slow Start
Community Collaborative Commission sees delays in implementation of new policing procedures.
Dec 16th, 2021
How Can Milwaukee Save Its Parks?
Policy researchers, public officials say new tax revenue, and public-private partnerships.
Dec 9th, 2021
County Can’t Afford Park System
Fewer local tax dollars available for parks. Officials call for new revenue sources.
Dec 3rd, 2021
Project Return Has Helped Thousands After Incarceration
For 40 years the organization has helped people leave prison behind them.
Nov 5th, 2021
Still No Facility To Replace State’s Youth Prisons
Two deadlines to close the prisons have been missed, and plans for new facility have stalled.
Oct 21st, 2021
Safety Initiative Brings High-Tech Cameras to Villard Avenue
Operation aimed at crime and reckless driving, includes cooperation from local BID, residents.
Oct 14th, 2021
House of Correction Starts Opioid Treatment Program
A new pilot program will provide inmates with medically assisted opioid treatment.
Sep 24th, 2021
MPS Parents Give Bus Service a Failing Grade
Late and no-show buses trouble families. MPS says it has a driver shortage.
Sep 10th, 2021
Memorial Remembers Victims of Opioid Addiction
Event held downtown in honor of International Overdose Awareness Day.
Sep 2nd, 2021
Program Offers Equine Therapy for Veterans, Youth
$5.6 million MKE Urban Stables is one-of-kind facility.
Aug 22nd, 2021
How Ace Boxing Club Keeps Youths on the Right Track
The club's motto: "Better to sweat in the gym than to bleed in the streets."
Aug 8th, 2021
Crosswalk Murals as Reckless Driving Deterrent
Murals along North Ave. are intended to raise awareness of reckless driving.
Jul 22nd, 2021
Salvation Army Helps Police With Tragedies
Program includes 53 chaplains who provide support to victims at murder, suicide, other violent scenes.
Jul 7th, 2021
Opioid Abuse is Overdose ‘Russian Roulette’
Treatment center in central city is offering a way to break addictions grip.
Jul 2nd, 2021
New Fire Chief Tackling Tough Issues
Increasing diversity, reducing staff burnout are top issues for Chief Aaron Lipski.
Jun 24th, 2021
Online Tool Can Clear Criminal, Evictions Records
Advocacy groups create Legal Tune Up to easily check if records can be removed from data bases.
Jun 9th, 2021
9 Takeaways on Local Marijuana Laws
City and county moving toward reform but arrests and convictions still happening.
Jun 2nd, 2021
Black Drug Overdose Death Rate Spikes
Deaths in county up in 2021, but up the most for African Americans.
May 21st, 2021
Plan Seeks To Transform South 13th Street
Organizers are working with residents and business owners on improvement effort.
May 12th, 2021
Coalition Launches Campaign Against Reckless Driving
18 community organizations are working to promote safe driving.
May 6th, 2021
Program Has New Approach to Prostitution
Milwaukee police offer help rather than arresting prostitutes.
Apr 21st, 2021
Overdoses Surge and Heroin, Opioid Cocaine Task Force Doesn’t Meet
Task force was created to develop policy recommendations for overdose crisis.
Apr 15th, 2021
New Group Targets Domestic Violence
We Are Here MKE seeks to raise awareness about domestic and sexual violence programs.
Mar 16th, 2021
County Has Just 22 Inmates in Youth Prisons
Great progress on reducing number of Milwaukee youths in Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake.
Feb 24th, 2021
Expunging Records Gets Bipartisan Support
Wisconsin has one of nation’s strictest laws on expunging criminal records.
Feb 18th, 2021
Our Workload Is “Through the Roof”
How the closing of south-side station impacts Milwaukee Fire Department.
Feb 7th, 2021
Maria Monreal-Cameron Remembered for Leadership in Hispanic Community
Longtime CEO of Hispanic Chamber of Commerce passed away this week.
Jan 21st, 2021
Project Helps Sex Trafficking Victims
Using a housing first model, program provides stability to mend and move forward.
Jan 14th, 2021
Lopez Bakery Is ’Still Here’
Popular Mexican bakery was on the brink of closing but has managed to survive.
Dec 23rd, 2020
Milwaukee’s Traffic Fatalities Surge in 2020
Despite big decrease in traffic. Do emptier roads encourage reckless driving?
Dec 16th, 2020
Essential Workers Weary Nine Months Into Pandemic
"I'm just so drained mind, body and soul."
Dec 5th, 2020
Milwaukee County Surpasses Last Year’s Record Overdose Deaths
There has already been 435 overdose deaths this year.
Nov 27th, 2020
Overdose Responders Struggle Against Rising Deaths
Response team connects people to treatment after a non-fatal overdose.
Nov 20th, 2020
Lead Testing Down During Pandemic
Milwaukee has performed nearly 40% fewer lead tests this year.
Nov 6th, 2020
Non-Profits Help Get Out the Vote
Mercy Housing, Via Community Development and others turning out city voters.
Nov 1st, 2020
Despite Pandemic, Villard Avenue Progress Continues
Efforts to revitalize the Villard Avenue corridor didn't stop when COVID-19 hit.
Oct 22nd, 2020
Menomonee Valley Businesses Battle Pandemic
Some have suffering declining business. But others are growing.
Oct 18th, 2020
South Side Mourns Death of Jason Cleereman
Immigration attorney, neighborhood leader lost to senseless killing.
Sep 26th, 2020
Council Okays Expanded King Dr. Business District
14-0 vote by Common Council. Neighborhood association had opposed it.
Sep 23rd, 2020
Program Helps Women, Minority Businesses Grow
66 businesses have been helped by GMC’s Scale Up Milwaukee SPARC initiative.
Aug 30th, 2020
Latinx Community Divided Over Morales’ Exit
Some still support the former police chief, others glad to see him go.
Aug 20th, 2020
Families Face Peril As Federal Aid Ends
Unemployment benefits end, confusion reigns. ‘This is an ongoing financial catastrophe.’
Aug 12th, 2020
Living Day to Day as an Essential Worker
They're still concerned for safety, just trying to get by.
Aug 5th, 2020
Aldrete Discusses FPC’s Turbulent Year
The outgoing executive director blames City Hall, critics for current environment.
Jul 31st, 2020
Task Force Plan Targets Reckless Driving
City-County Carjacking and Reckless Driving Task Force contains strategies to combat problem.
Jul 29th, 2020
Racial Disparities Found in Safer-At-Home Arrests
The vast majority of those cited for violations of the order were Black.
Jul 3rd, 2020
Milwaukee County Headed for Record Overdoses in 2020
By March the county was significantly ahead of 2019 in the number of deaths.
Jun 19th, 2020
Pandemic, Protests Contributing to Mental Health Crisis
Mental health professionals are seeing more cases of depression and anxiety.
Jun 19th, 2020
Local Bars Await Rules for Reopening
Some say they're ready, others willing to wait it out.
May 30th, 2020
2-1-1 Operators Handle COVID-19 Crisis Calls
IMPACT, the nonprofit that administers 211 phone line, saw daily calls triple after pandemic arose.
May 25th, 2020
Life for City’s Essential Workers
“Not as scary anymore,” says one. “Still have anxiety,” says another.
May 13th, 2020
Want To Grow Your Own Produce?
You can rent gardening space for as little as $25 from Milwaukee County.
May 1st, 2020
Questions, Answers About Stimulus Checks
Who is eligible? When will I get it? Smartest way to spend it.
Apr 20th, 2020
Some Wore Masks, Some Didn’t
Long lines at city’s polling places discourage many who walk away.
Apr 8th, 2020
Essential Workers Tell Their COVID-19 Stories
“Any moment you can catch it,” says one. "We are treated like garbage,” says another.
Apr 4th, 2020
Acid Attack Suspect Out On Bail
Victim's family, community are angered, saddened by his release.
Mar 12th, 2020
New Safe and Sound Leader a City Insider
Joe’Mar Hooper pledges to take organization to new heights.
Mar 3rd, 2020
Police Association Files Ethics Complaint Against FPC Chair
MPA files ethics complaint against Steven DeVougas, chairman of the Fire & Police Commission
Feb 27th, 2020
Latest Tragedy Dramatizes City’s Domestic Violence Problem
Murder of Amarah Banks and her two young daughters part of under-reported problem, experts say.
Feb 21st, 2020
County Had Record Overdose Deaths in 2019
404 overdose deaths last year; previous high was 401 in 2017.
Feb 12th, 2020
Basketball Coach Demands Good Grades
Pulaski/Carmen H.S. coach Melvin White pushes players to score on and off the court.
Jan 15th, 2020
ACLU Pushes City On Stop-and-Frisk
“Little progress,” group charges, on $3.4 million court settlement and mandated reform of police practices.
Dec 13th, 2019
Remembering Musician Mary Davis
A keyboard legend and singer who performed R&B, jazz, blues and soul dies at age 73.
Dec 10th, 2019
Clarke Square Will Get New Clinic
Sixteenth Street Community Center’s eighth near south side health clinic opening.
Dec 6th, 2019
Acid Attack Makes Polonia Residents Uneasy
South-side neighborhood, now majority Hispanic, has made that transition with few conflicts.
Nov 20th, 2019
Remembering Mildred Harpole
Beloved activist for education equity, equal rights, dies in her 80s.
Oct 31st, 2019
Program Offers Formerly Incarcerated People a Career
UMOS TechHire program provides training in technology fields and skilled trades.
Oct 4th, 2019
County’s Overdose Deaths Up in 2019
At current rate, county would hit highest total of drug fatalities in a decade.
Sep 1st, 2019
Police-Community Relations Better in Sherman Park?
Three years after unrest there’s more cops present, residents say, but still a lack of trust.
Aug 14th, 2019
Church Removes Banner of Accused Child Rapist
After weeks of controversy and city order, south-side church takes banner down.
Aug 3rd, 2019
FPC Nominee Faces Cloud of Uncertainty
Council vote unclear on Griselda Aldrete, mayor's pick to lead Fire & Police Commission.
Jul 28th, 2019
“Bridge the City” Helps People Take Action
Local podcast's creators work to change narratives, spur civic action.
Jul 26th, 2019
Low-Income Parents Priced Out Of Child Care
Report finds families' share of costs in state program keeps rising, often making it unaffordable.
Jul 21st, 2019
South Side Church Battles Over Controversial Sign
Residents contend sign features church leader charged of serious crimes.
Jul 19th, 2019
Church Defends Banner of Accused Child Rapist
Residents upset south-side church promoting religious leader accused of dozens of crimes.
Jul 12th, 2019
High Paying Jobs Elude Hispanics
WPF study of metro area finds Hispanics under-represented in area’s high paying jobs.
Jun 15th, 2019
The Race to Curb Speeding in Milwaukee
Despite recent dangerous crashes, Milwaukee Police are not making changes to the department’s vehicle pursuit policy, officials say.
May 17th, 2019
Taco Truck Issue Still Not Settled
Agreement between owner and area alderman Bob Donovan has fallen apart.
May 6th, 2019
Chisholm Confirms Health Department Probe
DA says months-long investigation of how lead abatement program was handled continues.
Apr 24th, 2019
Police Chases Have Nearly Tripled, Report Shows
New MPD policy has increased pursuits -- but also accidents.
Apr 19th, 2019
Trump Backer Running for Donovan’s Seat
Pentecostal church pastor Eduardo Loera latest to run for south side district where Ald. Donovan retiring.
Apr 10th, 2019
Remembering Gwen Jackson
Tireless community volunteer served Red Cross and other groups for half a century.
Mar 28th, 2019
Asked for Help,“Nobody Would Listen”
Death of an inmate in Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility raises grave safety concerns.
Mar 23rd, 2019
Core El Centro Served 5,000 in 2018
Once thought radical, Walker’s Point nonprofit offers natural healing and wellness services.
Mar 21st, 2019
Will Mayor’s Veto of Food Truck Ban Stand?
Council could override but two aldermen have switched to Barrett’s side.
Mar 15th, 2019
MATC Program Has Helped Thousands
Launched in 2017, MATC Promise provides free tuition to low- and middle-income students.
Mar 8th, 2019
Misery Index Persists in 53206
New report finds "enduring ecosystem of disadvantage” in north side ZIP Code.
Mar 6th, 2019
Jose Vasquez’s Journey of Redemption
From prisoner and gang member to working with troubled teens at Project Excel.
Feb 22nd, 2019
Daughter of Famed Muralist Continues Tradition
Rozalia Hernandez-Singh, daughter of Reynaldo Herandez, creating murals at COA Riverwest Center.
Jan 14th, 2019
BID Hopes to Revitalize Villard Avenue
After reboot, business organization is working with MPD to increase safety, and is creating an area action plan.
Dec 22nd, 2018
“Not Guilty” Ruling Doesn’t Make Things Right
Reporter Edgar Mendez reflects on his arrest and treatment by Milwaukee Police for doing his job.
Dec 4th, 2018
Will Referendums Lead to Legal Pot?
Some legislators hope for change after medical or fully legai pot approved in 18 local referendums.
Nov 16th, 2018
Groups Urge Yes Vote on Legal Pot
ACLU, MICAH, WJI, several legislators back advisory referendum to legalize marijuana.
Nov 2nd, 2018
ACLU Attempts to End Stop-And-Frisk Policing
While at the same time, President Trump praises stop-and-frisk policing.
Oct 18th, 2018
Police Use Armored Vehicle To Serve Warrant
West Allis police use tank-like vehicle to serve warrant on Milwaukee’s north side, residents upset, officials complain.
Aug 31st, 2018
Police Response Slow For Non-Violent Crimes
MPD response time averages 40 minutes for non-violent crimes, 68 minutes for auto theft.
Aug 24th, 2018
MPD Slow to Respond to Violent Crimes
But response times for all types of calls have dropped an average of 32 minutes since 2015.
Aug 7th, 2018
Residents, Police, Officials Mourn Slain Officer
Michael J. Michalski, 52, was a much-loved, 17-year veteran of Milwaukee Police Department.
Jul 27th, 2018
Synthetic Marijuana Raises Alarms
Can be spiked with rat poison, police and health officials seek to prevent sale.
Jul 6th, 2018
Report Finds Barriers to Jobs for Ex-Cons
Few states make it tougher to expunge criminal records, WPF study finds.
Jun 26th, 2018
Banks Make Millions Off Police Brutality Cases
Report shows banks earned $3.7 million on $26 million in city-issued bonds to pay off MPD suits.
Jun 20th, 2018
City-County Plan Targets Opioid Epidemic
300 opioid overdoses in county last year. Task force proposes eight focus areas.
May 22nd, 2018
Why Mitchell Street Sun Fair Was Cancelled
Republican law aimed at Milwaukee BIDs made it harder to raise money for fair.
May 11th, 2018
Murders Spread Fear on Near South Side
Six murders within a 15-block radius; some say violence related to drugs and prostitution.
May 4th, 2018
How to Survive Childhood Abuse
1 in 12 suffer sex abuse as children. Local author’s book offers hope.
Apr 30th, 2018
Child Care Centers Still Have Lead Pipes
City has so far replaced lead service lines at 163 of 347 facilities.
Apr 23rd, 2018
Why Was Mitchell Street Social Security Office Closed?
And did the Social Security Administration defy an order from Congress to halt the closing?
Apr 7th, 2018
South Side Social Security Office Closing
Violates federal policy, Rep. Moore says; “a slap in the face,” says Ald Perez.
Mar 16th, 2018
Police Need to Improve, Critics Charge
Attendees at south side summit say police relationship with community is broken.
Mar 7th, 2018
City Making Progress on Black Achievement?
Report touts postive changes, national group finds, but no impact on data to date.
Feb 3rd, 2018
Menomonee Valley Is Booming
47 new businesses, new bridges, recreational improvements added since 1999.
Jan 23rd, 2018
A Northwest Side Revival?
New restaurants, new light industry and Granville BID lead the way.
Jan 11th, 2018
Drug-Related Deaths To Hit 420 in 2017
Police targeting opioid suppliers. City-County Task Force struggles to hold meetings.
Dec 21st, 2017
License Issues Close South Side Bars
35 taverns on near South Side lost their licenses since 2012.
Dec 13th, 2017
The Decline of South Side Taverns
About 40% of near South Side taverns in two zip codes have closed since 2012.
Dec 12th, 2017
MANDI Finalists Are Celebrated
12 finalists chosen for Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation.
Dec 7th, 2017
Opioid Crisis Hits City Hard
County’s huge increase isn’t just suburban whites, city and minority residents hurt, too.
Nov 9th, 2017
Bill Targets Evictions, Housing Discrimination
1 in 8 families evicted every two years. Rep. Crawley’s bill aims at problem.
Oct 26th, 2017
Milwaukee Helping Victims in Puerto Rico, Mexico
South side Latino groups, residents, businesses lead the way.
Oct 19th, 2017
Demonstrators Rally to Save DACA
800,000 immigrant “Dreamers" threatened by Trump’s cutoff of program.
Sep 8th, 2017
Webster Secondary School to Close
MPS cites declining enrollment. School board will make final decision.
Aug 31st, 2017
New City Tax Needed, Officials Say
Reacting to new report, area legislators say Milwaukee needs sales or income tax.
Jul 27th, 2017
YWCA Program Replaces GED
20-week program for adults certified by state DPI has 85% success rate.
Jul 12th, 2017
Residential Segregation Still A Problem
Other than Brown Deer and Glendale, suburbs are overwhelmingly white.
Jun 27th, 2017
Impact of Bus Rapid Transit in Milwaukee
$48 million high-speed bus line projected to carry 10,000 riders daily by 2035.
Jun 14th, 2017
Municipal Court Gets Creative
Court holds "Warrant Withdrawal Wednesday” at church on northwest side.
May 31st, 2017
Passing Rate on GED Plummets
Local students struggling to pass newer, tougher GED test.
May 23rd, 2017
Workers Urged to Use JobLines Buses
Freeway lawsuit got $13.5 million settlement; two bus lines to suburban jobs created.
Apr 27th, 2017
Will Cheaper Price Save Domes?
$18.6 million estimate for repairs and “National Treasure” designation by group.
Mar 31st, 2017
The Story of Welford Sanders Lofts
How the $21 million building on MLK Dr. that honors him was created.
Mar 21st, 2017
An Oasis In Junk Food Land
North Side complex offers healthy food at Juice Kitchen, Outpost Foods, Fondy Food Center.
Mar 12th, 2017
Walnut Way Fires Its Executive Director
Growing North Side non-profit fires Vernon after 6 months, acting director hired.
Feb 22nd, 2017
Revival in Harambee
Riverworks executive director Darryl Johnson leads redevelopment of Harambee.
Feb 17th, 2017
Black Firm To Build Bader Headquarters
Black-owned construction firm creating new Bader foundation building on MLK Dr.
Feb 1st, 2017
Local Activists Join Dakota Protest
They join Standing Rock Sioux Tribe to oppose North Dakota oil pipeline.
Jan 25th, 2017
Program Expunges Juvenile Records
City partners in program for young adults in public housing to remove job barrier.
Jan 23rd, 2017
Muni Court “Warrant Withdrawal” Draws Thousands
Special one-day clemency program a success, but treatment of indigent questioned.
Dec 20th, 2016
The Problem of Prostitution
Greenfield Ave. is the city’s hub for sex trade, where prostitutes, residents are victimized.
Nov 22nd, 2016
Blacks Slammed by Municipal Court Fines
73% of municipal court fines hit city’s African Americans, totals $23 million over four years.
Nov 4th, 2016
The Growth of Journey House
South-side non-profit rescues building, creates place for youth aging out of foster care.
Oct 27th, 2016
City’s Lead Water Lines At Issue
Activist group demands more action, replacing all service lines could cost more than $700 million.
Oct 20th, 2016
City Helps Low-Income Homeowners
Program started in 2014 provides no-interest deferred-payment loans to finance repairs.
Oct 7th, 2016
Concerns Over Lead In Drinking Water
Freshwater for Life Action Coalition calls for a moratorium on partial lead service line replacements.
Sep 19th, 2016
Coders of the Future
Pilot computer coding class helps prepare students for tomorrow’s careers
Sep 13th, 2016
Mural Honors 50-Year Legacy of UMOS
Artist Raoul Deal and students will create mural celebrating non-profit’s service to Milwaukee Latinos.
Aug 31st, 2016
New Film Series Explores Latino Culture
Milwaukee Film’s new series, Cine Sin Fronteras, will capture Latino community’s diversity.
Aug 19th, 2016
Workers Recovering From Cargill Inc.’s Shutdown
Menomonee Valley company’s closing displaced some 600 workers, who seek other training.
Aug 7th, 2016
The Future of Walnut Way
New director LaShawndra Vernon continues work to transform area near 16th and North.
Jul 26th, 2016
Youth Group Leader Gets National Coverage
Marcus Duke, head of Club Kids 414, wins honors, TV coverage on BET Awards Show.
Jul 15th, 2016
Fathers Pledge to Reduce Violence
With speeches by Ald. Hamilton and others, 500 Fathers United initiative urge a stand up against neighborhood violence.
Jun 26th, 2016
Green Space Project on Forest Home Avenue?
El Rey’s owners have donated land. Community planning has begun.
Jun 19th, 2016
Founder of Innovative Alliance School Steps Down
Tina Owen, who started one of "nation’s most innovative" schools, will pursue Harvard doctorate.
Jun 9th, 2016
Artwork Brightens Blighted Property
South Side youth transform blighted building with inspirational artwork
May 28th, 2016
Two New Playgrounds Opening
Park-like play areas for kids among 12 funded by $1.9 million raised by Ald. Murphy.
May 24th, 2016
Seeking Kidney Donor to Save My Life
Jonathan Morales, 30, MPS paraprofessional, will eventually die without a kidney transplant.
Apr 19th, 2016
Statue of Cesar Chavez Unveiled
Hundreds gather to celebrate new statue of legendary labor activist, located on Cesar Chavez Dr.
Apr 5th, 2016
Point-Counterpoint for Three Council Races
The views (or non-views) of aldermen Bauman, Donovan and Perez — and their opponents.
Mar 31st, 2016
Aldermanic Candidates Address Key Issues
Quizzing candidates in four districts, including big battle of Chevy Johnson vs. Sherman Morton.
Mar 30th, 2016
Blacks Bear Brunt of Pot Arrests
New study shows blacks are 39% of city’s population but 72% of arrests for marijuana possession.
Mar 24th, 2016
Affordable South Side Lofts a Success
72-unit complex on 16th and Pierce has 3-year waiting list for its $450-$500 units.
Feb 10th, 2016
Moody Park Enhances Amani Neighborhood
$2 million renovation of park is among several changes helping north side neighborhood.
Jan 14th, 2016
SDC Tax Assistance Program Saved
United Way grant assures that free tax assistance program can serve thousands.
Jan 10th, 2016
SDC Could Make More Program Cuts
Needs to raise $40,000 by year's end or must cut its income tax assistance program.
Dec 20th, 2015
Interim Director Named at LISC Milwaukee
Laura Bray's departure caught board off-guard, search for new leader could take months.
Dec 12th, 2015
LISC Milwaukee Director Laura Bray Resigns
Leaves just four months after replacing longtime director Leo Ries at neighborhood improvement group.
Dec 9th, 2015
Program Will Improve Riverwest Park Snails Crossing
It's one of 12 parks and playgrounds being upgraded by private-public MKE Plays Initiative.
Dec 6th, 2015
County Senior Meals Program Has Big Impact
Serves nearly 600,000 meals -- and conversation -- at 26 sites per year.
Nov 28th, 2015
City-County Plan Creates Municipal ID Cards
Can be used widely but not to vote in elections.
Nov 19th, 2015
UCC Finally Makes Pledged Payment to County
Group had promised to pay $20,000 for improvements in Walker Square playground.
Nov 10th, 2015
The Future of Walker Square?
New DCD plan calls for bike lanes, greenery, diverse tenants on National Avenue.
Oct 26th, 2015
How SDC Helps Seniors Maintain Independence
Last year, its program made 12,009 visits to 280 clients.
Oct 16th, 2015
United Community Center to Fulfill Promise
UCC begins process of making good on $20,000 pledge to Milwaukee County Parks
Sep 25th, 2015
$20,000 Pledge For Park Still Unpaid
United Community Center fails to follow through on $20,000 commitment to rebuild park
Sep 21st, 2015
New Arlington Heights Park Opens Soon
Ribbon cutting set for first MKE Plays playground at Arlington Heights Park
Sep 11th, 2015
New School Opens in Silver City Neighborhood
Escuela Verde, charter school authorized by UWM, has new campus on 36th and Pierce.
Sep 1st, 2015
Moody Park Finally Reopens
$2 million spent on north side park builds new community center, basketball courts and a splash pad.
Aug 23rd, 2015
Art, Baseball and Civil Rights
Arts @ Large exhibit explores history of civil rights and baseball.
Aug 12th, 2015
The Legacy of Welford Sanders
Community leader and developer helped improve MLK Drive, other neighborhoods.
Aug 5th, 2015
Removing Employment Barriers for Men
Ald. Jose Perez talks about barriers he once faced at summit for unemployed men.
Jul 29th, 2015
Moody Park to Open in Late August
Officials promise revamped Calvin Moody Park will open August 20th.
Jun 26th, 2015
Impact of City Reduction in Marijuana Fine?
Local leaders offer different views on new city ordinance lowering maximum fine for pot possession to just $50.
Jun 11th, 2015
City Considers Lowering Penalties for Marijuana
Study shows 86% of those convicted of pot possession are African American.
May 31st, 2015
Project to Improve Inner City Playgrounds Unveiled
Common Council President Michael Murphy leading effort to spend up to $1.9 million to upgrade 12 playgrounds.
May 17th, 2015
How to Grow a Non-Profit
In 16 years as head of Layton Boulevard West Neighbors, Charlotte John-Gomez grew its budget from $70,000 to more than $1 million.
May 15th, 2015
Who Wants to Buy an Auction House?
Old Schrager Auction House on Sherman Blvd., a stunning, 1400-seat auditorium with huge stained-glass dome, has been for sale since 2010.
Apr 28th, 2015
Mexican Consulate Will Open in Milwaukee
The 51st such consulate in U.S. will serve city's growing Mexican population.
Apr 12th, 2015
Million Mom March to DC
Local mothers joining march to demand justice for those killed by police or white vigilantes.
Apr 3rd, 2015
City Plan Will Rescue The Worst Playgrounds
City and foundation money will be spent to upgrade the 12 most deteriorated playgrounds in Milwaukee.
Mar 25th, 2015
Big Dreams for Menomonee Valley
Second redevelopment plan for area envisions Riverwalk and food and beverage manufacturing district.
Mar 3rd, 2015
Could Milwaukee Have a Measles Outbreak?
Rate of vaccination here is increasing but still not high enough to assure no outbreak occurs.
Feb 22nd, 2015
UWM Public Health School Tackles Social Problems
Its new headquarters in the Brewery is a MANDI finalist and its staff and students work with city Health Department.
Feb 13th, 2015
Republican Plan for MPS Attacked
Bonds says plan would be devastating financially and lay off hundreds of staff.
Feb 4th, 2015
South Side Organizing Committee Has New Director
Tammy Rivera replaces Steve Fendt, who was dismissed by board after 22 years of service.
Jan 23rd, 2015
Revamped Park Will Upgrade North Side
Improvements in Moody Park will improve quality of life in Amani neighborhood.
Dec 27th, 2014
Fendt Fired by Southside Organizing Committee
Had led group 22 years, board members vague on reasons for dumping him.
Dec 19th, 2014
Board Rejects Proposals for Forest Home Library
City's Public Library Building and Development Committee votes not to move forward on either proposal.
Dec 12th, 2014
New Effort to Revive Chavez Dr.
Business Improvement District and Newaukee working to improve key but "stagnant" strip formerly known as S. 16th Street.
Dec 10th, 2014
Pulaski Park Neighborhood Embraces Conservation
Green infrastructure, rain barrels, rain gardens and other additions being installed on public and private land.
Nov 30th, 2014
South 27th Street Construction Delayed Until Spring
State DOT blames bad weather and a regional shortage of concrete for the delay.
Nov 23rd, 2014
More Homes Getting Renovated in South Side Neighborhood
The non-profit Layton Boulevard West Neighbors group has awarded 95 home improvement grants.
Nov 14th, 2014
Latino Leadership Lags
Latinos under-represented in local and state government. Change could take 10 years, some project.
Nov 5th, 2014
Burke Supports Drivers Licenses for Undocumented Residents
Measure rejected by legislature would have particular benefit for Hispanics in Milwaukee.
Oct 24th, 2014
Will Universal Drivers Ed Increase Racial Integration?
Plan for free driver’s education classes wins Greater Together Challenge, initiative to reduce segregation in Milwaukee.
Oct 16th, 2014
Only 50 of 600 Laid-Off Cargill Workers Find Work with Company
550 former Cargill employees are left searching in biggest Milwaukee layoff since Kohl's Grocery closing.
Sep 12th, 2014
ACT Tests Show Most Minority Students Not College Ready
State ranks 2nd in average ACT test scores but most black and Hispanic students trail behind.
Aug 26th, 2014
Black Men Face Unequal Enforcement of Marijuana Laws
While the nation moves towards legalization, Wisconsin fills its jails with black men arrested for marijuana possession.
Aug 12th, 2014
South Side Hit Hard by Cargill Closing
Valley beef harvest facility employed 600 workers, many from South Side.
Aug 3rd, 2014
Milwaukee Tough on Undocumented Immigrants
More likely than state or nation to deport them for minor offenses. A special report.
Apr 22nd, 2014
Help Me Fight Crime, Says Bob Donovan
Alderman asks his district's residents and students to sign pledges to help fight crime.
Feb 26th, 2014
Zamarripa Proposal Would Help Undocumented Residents
Milwaukee legislator's bill would allow them to get drivers licenses, attend state colleges.
Feb 12th, 2014
Grants Upgrade South Side Neighborhood
Matching grant programs spend $29,000 to leverage more than $154,000 spent by residents to improve their homes.
Jan 28th, 2014
Racing to Pass the GED
Many Milwaukee students midway on exams must pass by December 12 or start over on tougher, more expensive new test.
Dec 5th, 2013
MPS Funding Continues to Decline
Loss of 19,000 students since 2003 and recent decline in its charter schools pushes revenue downward.
Oct 29th, 2013
Last Chance for Old GED
United Way funding more instruction so those studying for tests can pass before new standards go into effect.
Sep 10th, 2013
How to Improve the City’s Quality of Life
South side organizer helps implement improvement plans in several neighborhoods.
Aug 30th, 2013
Uncertain Outlook for Milwaukee Public Schools?
Poverty, crime and retiree benefits all are issues for MPS, Thornton tells conference on schools.
Aug 9th, 2013
Making the City Safer
Safe & Sound honors neighborhood leaders who make Milwaukee a safer place.
Aug 1st, 2013
Searching for Justice
Family offers $10,000 reward to find killer of south side youth.
Jul 18th, 2013
Governor Ignores South Side on Residency Requirement
Walker signs law, never responds to letters from South Side politicians and organizations.
Jul 11th, 2013
Police Support North Side Meal Program
Department wants to assure safety of recipients at Oasis program.
Jul 8th, 2013
New GED Test Adds Hurdles for Students
New version of test starts in December, which require some students to start over.
Jun 18th, 2013
Packers Field Kicks Off at Mitchell Park
The neighborhood now is the only one in America with a former NFL playing field.
Jun 10th, 2013
How Good Are City’s After-School Programs?
New study by the Public Policy Forum finds strengths and weaknesses in programs for kids.
May 8th, 2013
City Nonprofits Avoid Residency Debate
One community leader castigates non-profits for not taking a stand on state proposal to end city residency requirement.
Apr 23rd, 2013
Local Advocates Hope for Changes in Immigration Reform Bill
Advocates says bill before Congress is historic but could still be improved.
Apr 19th, 2013
How a Cop Can Win Over Residents
Jesus Gloria, a bilingual, award-winning police officer, has forged connections in his south side district.
Apr 5th, 2013
Thousands of Pounds of Free Food Distributed
Need is great. Hundreds of families in Clarke Square neighborhood benefit.
Mar 29th, 2013
South Side Leaders Blast Residency Proposal
Walker proposal to end residency requirement will hurt city's economy, they charge.
Feb 26th, 2013
How to Bridge the Health Care Gap
Experts discuss how to reduce health disparities between rich and poor, and the city's high rate of black infant mortality.
Feb 18th, 2013
Up From Bigotry
Tatiana Joseph overcame prejudice against Latinas to earn her Ph.D and teach at UWM, and is now running for the school board.
Feb 11th, 2013
New City Program Conserves Water
Innovative new company helps city create website where homeowners and businesses can track, manage and reduce their water usage.
Jan 31st, 2013
Airborne Asbestos Plagues South Side?
A KK river restoration project may be causing asbestos and lead contamination while tearing down homes too near the river.
Jan 2nd, 2013
The Moody Blues
With the closing of Moody Pool, the city's North Side now has half the number of public pools as the South Side.
Dec 4th, 2012
A Neighborhood On the Rise
Efforts to improve the Layton Boulevard West Neighborhood are bearing fruit.
Nov 28th, 2012
The New Arts Teachers
As MPS dumps arts classes, community groups now offer arts programs for 49,000 students.
Oct 24th, 2012
Juvenile Reform School Comes Home
A new program on county grounds provides alternative to juvenile lock-up in northern Wisconsin.
Oct 16th, 2012
