Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
New Name, Same Mission for Nonprofit
United Methodist Children’s Services of Wisconsin now called Rooted & Rising - Washington Park, but still addressing poverty.
Nov 29th, 2023 by PrincessSafiya Byers, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
28-Year-Old Is A Rising Star Entrepreneur
From real estate to coffee, Djdade Denson is making his impact felt.
Nov 24th, 2023 by Meredith Melland, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Fitness Instructor On A Mission To Help Black Men Recovering From Cancer
Leonard Wilson operates program focused on exercise and nutrition.
Nov 23rd, 2023 by Chesnie Wardell, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
After 28 Years in Prison He Had No Credit
Building or re-building credit is a challenge for ex-offenders.
Nov 15th, 2023 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Five Years After Settlement, Racial Disparities Remain In MPD’s Practices
Black residents remain far more likely to be stopped while driving, subjected to interview or stop-and-frisk exam.
Nov 10th, 2023 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
How New Organization Will Grow Southside Arts Scene
Mitchell Street Arts aims to be central hub for growth of arts scene, neighborhood.
Nov 8th, 2023 by DeMar Walker, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Toy Dimension Store Owner Fights To Keep Business Alive
Collectibles store owner suffered back-to-back strokes.
Nov 3rd, 2023 by PrincessSafiya Byers, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
How Teens Students Helped Southside Community Garden Bloom
'I learned that even a little area can make a difference in our community.'
Oct 22nd, 2023 by Meredith Melland, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Wisconsin Students Face Uncertain Future After Latest DACA Ruling
"Dreamers" have been forced to live life in limbo following repeated federal court rulings.
Oct 19th, 2023 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Church Finds Transportation For Newly Released Inmates
Invisible Reality Ministries helps incarcerated people return to community.
Oct 8th, 2023 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Legislative Committee Okays $6 Million for 2nd Juvenile Facility
What would that mean for Milwaukee's youthful offenders?
Oct 1st, 2023 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
CeLani Skin & Wellness Wins Rev-Up MKE’s $10,000 Grant
Small business looks to bring affordable healing options to Near West Side.
Sep 20th, 2023 by Meredith Melland, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
