Rick Brown

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Thousands of Teens Lose Drivers Licenses

Thousands of Teens Lose Drivers Licenses

Many suspended for unpaid fines, minorities are hardest hit.

New Program Helps Minority Entrepreneurs

New Program Helps Minority Entrepreneurs

Dream MKE is non-profit that offers seed loans, consulting and one-on-one mentoring for start-up businesses.

New Loan Fund Will Support Black Entrepreneurs

New Loan Fund Will Support Black Entrepreneurs

$200,000 fund overseen by WEDC and African American Chamber of Commerce offers loans of $5,000 to $25,000.

Petty Fines Create “Vicious Cycle” For The Poor

Petty Fines Create “Vicious Cycle” For The Poor

82% of those whose licenses are suspended for failing to pay fines are minorities, who are left without a way to drive to work.

Plans for Lindsay Heights

Plans for Lindsay Heights

Residents get an update on what's happening in the neighborhood.

Major Changes in Head Start Program

Major Changes in Head Start Program

Next Door expands services after federal government drops Social Development Commission as provider.

Creating a “Culture of Joy” at MPS

Creating a “Culture of Joy” at MPS

Three different non-profits are helping to transform Carver Academy school in Brewers' Hill.

Targeting Black Infant Mortality

Targeting Black Infant Mortality

Despite disagreements, groups working on problem are making progress.