Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service

Why Have So Few Children in County Gotten Updated COVID Vaccine?

Why Have So Few Children in County Gotten Updated COVID Vaccine?

Only 2.9% of children ages 5 to 11 have received an updated dose.

Why Black Homeownership Rate Is Low

Why Black Homeownership Rate Is Low

And local resources that can help you buy a home.

Transportation: Traffic Calming Poles Reduce Speeding
Transportation

Traffic Calming Poles Reduce Speeding

City has installed them on corners of major intersections. Studies show reduction in extreme speeding.

Milwaukee Has Just One Warming Room For Homeless

Milwaukee Has Just One Warming Room For Homeless

Amid freezing temperatures, it's way over capacity. More shelters needed.

Suicides Spiking in Milwaukee’s Black Community

Suicides Spiking in Milwaukee’s Black Community

Trend precedes pandemic, but is now at highest point in past decade.

Where To Get Advice on Health Care

Where To Get Advice on Health Care

It's Open Enrollment Period in Wisconsin. Advisors like Quentella Perry can help.

Keith Stanley Reflects on a Changing City

Keith Stanley Reflects on a Changing City

'It's a bittersweet feeling," Near West Side Partners leader says as he leaves for job in Charlotte.

Two New Dental Clinics in City For Underserved

Two New Dental Clinics in City For Underserved

Ascension opening urgent dental care clinics on South Side, North Side.

La Familia de Arte Makes Art By The People

La Familia de Arte Makes Art By The People

Southside residents help make 16 new bollards on Cesar Chavez Drive.

Youth Correctional Facility Faces Obstacles

Youth Correctional Facility Faces Obstacles

May be years before $42 million, northwest-side facility gets built, state Sen. Taylor says

Homeless Deaths Rising Significantly in Milwaukee

Homeless Deaths Rising Significantly in Milwaukee

Substance abuse contributing to 147% rise since 2018.

Help Shape City’s Five-Year Health Plan

Help Shape City’s Five-Year Health Plan

Input from residents sought for Milwaukee Health Department’s comprehensive plan.