Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Here’s Help For The Holidays
Where to get free meals and toy giveaways. And opportunities to help the needy.
Dec 20th, 2023 by PrincessSafiya Byers and Meredith Melland, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
The Community a Lifeline for Current, Former Inmates
Milwaukee nonprofit does newsletters, videos and podcasts providing needed information.
Dec 17th, 2023 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Trans Community On High Alert Following Surge in Murders, Attacks
Community members express opposition and concern about anti-trans legislation, four homicides.
Dec 15th, 2023 by Trisha Young, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Should National Guard Be Sent to State’s Prisons?
Some advocates pushing Gov. Evers to use guards to relieve staffing shortage.
Dec 13th, 2023 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
After 48 Years, Self Development Center Closing
New Concept Self Development Center focused on helping African Americans.
Dec 8th, 2023 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
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 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
New Name, Same Mission for Nonprofit
United Methodist Children’s Services of Wisconsin now called Rooted & Rising - Washington Park, but still addressing poverty.
Nov 29th, 2023 by PrincessSafiya Byers, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
28-Year-Old Is A Rising Star Entrepreneur
From real estate to coffee, Djdade Denson is making his impact felt.
Nov 24th, 2023 by Meredith Melland, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Fitness Instructor On A Mission To Help Black Men Recovering From Cancer
Leonard Wilson operates program focused on exercise and nutrition.
Nov 23rd, 2023 by Chesnie Wardell, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
After 28 Years in Prison He Had No Credit
Building or re-building credit is a challenge for ex-offenders.
Nov 15th, 2023 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
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 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
How New Organization Will Grow Southside Arts Scene
Mitchell Street Arts aims to be central hub for growth of arts scene, neighborhood.
Nov 8th, 2023 by DeMar Walker, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
