Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Municipal Court Records Can Fall Into Black Hole
Murky policies can prevent open records for four to six weeks. Final story in a series.
Nov 16th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Few Municipal Court Defendants Have Lawyers
In 98% of cases they have none. Those with attorneys get off easier.
Nov 13th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Poor People Get Far More Municipal Fines
Study shows municipal court's fines for petty offenses fall disproportionately on the poor.
Nov 12th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Non-Profits Will Work to Curb Youth Violence
City plan allocates $150,000 for Youth Violence Prevention program.
Nov 11th, 2015 by Wyatt Massey, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
UCC Finally Makes Pledged Payment to County
Group had promised to pay $20,000 for improvements in Walker Square playground.
Nov 10th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Agency’s Work With Abusive Men Wins Award
Non-profit Alma Center cited for innovative work to combat domestic violence.
Nov 8th, 2015 by Andrea Waxman, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Sherman Park Residents Decry Vacant Properties
Issue dominates town hall meeting held by Ald. Russell Stamper
Nov 5th, 2015 by Marlita Annette Bevenue, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Vote Favoring Pulaski & Carmen Partnership Surprises
Harris changes position, school board okays it, opponents question decision.
Nov 4th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Black Leaders Say Joblessness Among Black Men is Rooted in Racism
Summit explores the causes of high black male unemployment in Milwaukee.
Oct 31st, 2015 by Jabril Faraj, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Lil Vic Spreads Positive Message
The 12-year-old rapper's message to his city is beyond his years. “Milwaukee should be a positive place, not all these shootings,” he said.
Oct 29th, 2015 by Allison Dikanovic, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
New Mural for Washington Park Neighborhood
Located at 31st and Lisbon, it's an artistic tribute to the old Milwaukee zoo.
Oct 28th, 2015 by Andrea Waxman, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
The Future of Walker Square?
New DCD plan calls for bike lanes, greenery, diverse tenants on National Avenue.
Oct 26th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
