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Milwaukee Renters Face Lead Poisoning Risks
City struggles to hold landlords accountable. ‘We have to do something,’ top official says.
Aug 28th, 2023 by Farrah AndersonNarcan Vending Machines Arrive in County
The free-to-use vending machines contain fentanyl testing strips, nasal naloxone and other overdose reduction products.
Aug 8th, 2023 by Isiah HolmesMilwaukee County Rental Assistance Program Enters Freeze Tuesday
New applications will be halted, a strategy to avoid committing more resources than are available.
Jun 16th, 2023 by PrincessSafiya ByersAmanda Clark Is Working To Improve Amani Neighborhood
Dominican Center housing coordinator works to empower residents.
Jun 9th, 2023 by PrincessSafiya Byers$80 Million Emergency Rent Assistance Goes To 22,600 Households
County disburses federal funds, in the biggest eviction prevention program it's ever run.
Jun 8th, 2023 by Graham KilmerLGBTQ+ Inmates Face Obstacles to Reentry
Meet the people helping them in Milwaukee.
May 22nd, 2023 by Devin BlakeNew Emergency Housing For Those With Lead Poisoning
Community Advocates expanding its portfolio of temporary housing.
May 8th, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneWhere Struggling Renters Can Get Help
Many organizations in Milwaukee provide assistance.
Apr 15th, 2023 by PrincessSafiya ByersRight to Counsel Program a Success, Report Finds
Attorneys for clients facing eviction prevented this in 70% of cases.
Mar 28th, 2023 by Graham KilmerProgram Would Subsidize Low-Income Health Insurance Premiums
County would join effort to prevent people from losing health insurance coverage.
Mar 10th, 2023 by Graham KilmerHousing Authority Has Waitlist Three Times Larger Than Its Affordable Housing Supply
Individuals who qualify should still apply, as some lists operate as lotteries.
Mar 3rd, 2023 by PrincessSafiya ByersAnnual Homeless Population Count Reveals Difficulties In Finding People Shelter
Federal rules require count to be done in January, with results determining future resource allocation.
Feb 17th, 2023 by Devin Blake and PrincessSafiya Byers