Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service

Sherman Phoenix Project Makes Progress

Sherman Phoenix Project Makes Progress

$3.7 million invested, with 25 tenants in rehabbed bank building, seeks to create mentorships.

Police Use Armored Vehicle To Serve Warrant

Police Use Armored Vehicle To Serve Warrant

West Allis police use tank-like vehicle to serve warrant on Milwaukee’s north side, residents upset, officials complain.

Make-A-Wish Seeks More Hispanic Kids

Make-A-Wish Seeks More Hispanic Kids

State chapter of national foundation giving children with serious disease their wish hires new Hispanic coordinator.

Job Fair Helps Teens, Young Adults

Job Fair Helps Teens, Young Adults

Held on South Side by city, non-profits to reach “opportunity youth.”

King Dr. Streetcar Extension Plan Released

King Dr. Streetcar Extension Plan Released

City and King Drive BID offer final plan for streetcar expansion and economic development.

Special Report: Police Response Slow For Non-Violent Crimes
Special Report

Police Response Slow For Non-Violent Crimes

MPD response time averages 40 minutes for non-violent crimes, 68 minutes for auto theft.

New Flower Shop All About Family

New Flower Shop All About Family

Small, family-owned, south-side business helps beautify Muskego Way neighborhood.

Pete’s Pops Opens On Near West Side

Pete’s Pops Opens On Near West Side

Residents gather to celebrate grand opening of new place at 3809 W. Vliet St.

MPS Makes Changes at Keefe, Douglas Schools

MPS Makes Changes at Keefe, Douglas Schools

But MPS only now informing parents schools will co-locate at Keefe School, 1618 W. Keefe Ave.

Skilled Trade Program Targets City Residents

Skilled Trade Program Targets City Residents

One Hope Made Strong, founded in 2013, offers free construction trades training for central city residents.

Peruvian Food Truck A Small Business Finalist

Peruvian Food Truck A Small Business Finalist

Seven finalists for annual Near West Side competition previously won by Pete’s Pops.

The Magic of Community Organizing

The Magic of Community Organizing

Black Hogwarts students learn about oppression, politics, civic engagement and community organizing.