Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service

Gun Violence Rally Calls for Change

Gun Violence Rally Calls for Change

Politicians, citizens decry problem in Milwaukee, which saw spike in gun violence last year.

Opponents Agree New Education Funding Model Needed

Opponents Agree New Education Funding Model Needed

Union leader, key Republican and DPI all want a student centered approach to state funding.

Boys & Girls Club Teens College Bound

Boys & Girls Club Teens College Bound

Club’s program helps 80 high school seniors get $6 million in scholarship money.

Artwork Brightens Blighted Property

Artwork Brightens Blighted Property

South Side youth transform blighted building with inspirational artwork

Arts @ Large Purchases 1890s Building

Arts @ Large Purchases 1890s Building

Built by Patrick Cudahy, the building housed a meat market. It's soon to be a haven for artists.

Two New Playgrounds Opening

Two New Playgrounds Opening

Park-like play areas for kids among 12 funded by $1.9 million raised by Ald. Murphy.

New Charter School in Walker’s Point

New Charter School in Walker’s Point

Stellar Collegiate Charter School, chartered by UWM, will serve pre-school and first grade.

MPS Teachers Oppose State Partnership Plan

MPS Teachers Oppose State Partnership Plan

They demand specifics; Demond Means denies he will “takeover” failing schools.

Special Report: The Looming Threat of Latina Suicides
Special Report

The Looming Threat of Latina Suicides

Latina teens are three times more likely to attempt suicide. Experts search for answers.

Can Black Holocaust Museum Be Reborn?

Can Black Holocaust Museum Be Reborn?

New Maures Development complex could house it on ground floor, but details are scanty.

A Passion for Helping Hmongs

A Passion for Helping Hmongs

Mychoua Vang, yourh coordinator at Hmong American Friendship Associaton, has brought fresh energy to group.

Combining Coffee And Education

Combining Coffee And Education

MKE Grind program offers teens mentoring, business skills and barista training.