Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service

Milwaukee YMCA Changes Its Focus

Milwaukee YMCA Changes Its Focus

160-year old organization wants to serve 60,000 people, with emphasis on children.

Op Ed: Omar’s Journey With Mental Illness
Op Ed

Omar’s Journey With Mental Illness

How my son struggled and where to find help for those who face problems.

Anti-Immigrant Policies Spread Fear, Experts Say

Anti-Immigrant Policies Spread Fear, Experts Say

Speakers at UWM panel urge more information to combat ignorance about immigrants.

Program Offers Police-Youth Listening Sessions

Program Offers Police-Youth Listening Sessions

Zeidler Center effort aims to improve relations between police and teens, young adults.

“Not Guilty” Ruling Doesn’t Make Things Right

“Not Guilty” Ruling Doesn’t Make Things Right

Reporter Edgar Mendez reflects on his arrest and treatment by Milwaukee Police for doing his job.

Lucas Rejects Clarke’s Immigration Policies

Lucas Rejects Clarke’s Immigration Policies

New sheriff also intends to build positive relationship with Milwaukee Police.

Forum Examines Lead Poisoning Prevention

Forum Examines Lead Poisoning Prevention

Solutions? Issue of lead paint vs lead pipes still debated.

Ex Fabula For Children

Ex Fabula For Children

Workshops by the group with MLK school fifth graders help children become story tellers.

ACLU Organizer Targets Police Practices

ACLU Organizer Targets Police Practices

Jarrett English, who grew up in Sherman Park, led effort to sue police for racial disparities.

Financial Education Class Helps Poorer Residents

Financial Education Class Helps Poorer Residents

150 graduates this year of city and WWBIC program for those with public housing, rent assistance.

Homeless Sanctuary Treats People With Dignity

Homeless Sanctuary Treats People With Dignity

The downtrodden receive food, furniture, clothing at no cost, no questions asked.

King Students Respond to Baraboo Hate Message

King Students Respond to Baraboo Hate Message

In photo students of various races, ethnicities, religions signal peace and love.