Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service

Vigil Supports Domestic Violence Victims

Vigil Supports Domestic Violence Victims

53 women have been victims of domestic violence so far this year.

Experts Say County Wheel Tax Needed

Experts Say County Wheel Tax Needed

14% of residents have no car, need transit system the tax would fund.

Making a Difference in Sherman Park

Making a Difference in Sherman Park

More than 100 volunteers participate in cleanup and resource fair.

The Growth of Journey House

The Growth of Journey House

South-side non-profit rescues building, creates place for youth aging out of foster care.

City Residents Hiring Program Falls Short

City Residents Hiring Program Falls Short

Promising effort employs minorities in construction, needs more monitoring and funding.

City Outlaws Panhandling on Medians, Ramps

City Outlaws Panhandling on Medians, Ramps

Violators could be fined or imprisoned.

Dining: Soul Food Success
Dining

Soul Food Success

Daddy’s Soul Food and Grille, a success on N. 27th St., will open second location in Harambee neighborhood.

City’s Lead Water Lines At Issue

City’s Lead Water Lines At Issue

Activist group demands more action, replacing all service lines could cost more than $700 million.

Black Lives Matter Leaders Speak at UWM

Black Lives Matter Leaders Speak at UWM

Co-founders of group discuss activism, urge students to “get engaged.”

MPS Sets Sights on Increased State Funding

MPS Sets Sights on Increased State Funding

Buoyed by victory on OSSP takeover law, union and parents call for funding equity.

State Energy Assistance Program Helps Some

State Energy Assistance Program Helps Some

Only 25% of 175,000 county households eligible for help paying heat and electricity get served.

Citizens Condemn Proposal for More Cops

Citizens Condemn Proposal for More Cops

Different practices, not more police needed, community groups tell aldermen at city hearing.