Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service

Bay View Talks About Racial Justice

Bay View Talks About Racial Justice

YWCA holds talk backs on race, racial justice in Bay View, Shorewood.

I Am A Boy of Color

I Am A Boy of Color

Milwaukee mother of two multiracial sons authors a book about minority boys from many backgrounds.

Blacks Slammed by Municipal Court Fines

Blacks Slammed by Municipal Court Fines

73% of municipal court fines hit city’s African Americans, totals $23 million over four years.

More Than Downtown Development Needed

More Than Downtown Development Needed

City leaders at economic summit say more development must occur in neighborhoods.

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.