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Crowley Seeks to Replace McGovern Senior Center
Administration pushes to close senior center in McGovern Park, find new location.
Mar 4th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Twilight Centers Offer Nighttime Fun for Milwaukee Youths
8 Milwaukee schools offer gyms, pools, games and activities.
Nov 5th, 2025 by Alex Klaus
MPS Reaching Out to Community
Superintendent Cassellius and school board create new outreach committees.
Nov 2nd, 2025 by Terry Falk
Work Underway On New Northwest Side Community Center
Former Town of Granville school to become all-ages community hub.
Oct 31st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Riverwalk Segment Planned Along KK River
A Harbor District riverwalk network quietly emerging.
Aug 26th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Community Cheers Modrzejewski Playfield Reopening
Parents, children and local officials celebrate newly updated southside park.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Trump Budget Would Ax Funds for State’s After-School Learning Centers
They serve 20,000 students at 168 sites in high-poverty districts across Wisconsin.
Jun 25th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Milwaukee Reaches Mayor’s Protected Bike Lane Goal
Mayor Cavalier Johnson calls it a 'great start,' pledges to keep going.
Jun 5th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
See Milwaukee’s 2025 Mayor’s Design Awards Winners
From pavement turned to art to 44-story buildings, awards recognize the best of Milwaukee design.
May 16th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Brian Litzsey Believes Recreation ‘Changes Lives’
Litzsey is first Black director of $37 million MPS agency, Milwaukee Recreation.
Mar 16th, 2025 by Dakota Barnes-Rush
Council Approves MPS Police Officer Agreement, But Money Still An Issue
Council has opportunity to spend MPS funding, but on what?
Mar 4th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee County Replacing Its Oldest Playground
And it's only happening after a special design flourish was added.
Oct 14th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Program Will Fund Driver’s Ed For Low-Income Students
Insurance industry fees will cover 100% of driver’s ed cost. Effort led by Common Ground.
Sep 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Kicks Off Peace Week
Second annual Peace Week's events seek to 'jump-start the summertime in Milwaukee on a very positive and peaceful note.'
May 21st, 2024 by Evan Casey
New Park Will Be Built Atop 24th Street
One block of southside street near MPS school would become neighborhood amenity.
Dec 5th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Tattoos, Beets and a Pet Parade?
The Brewers are done, but the weekend still promises lots of fun.
Oct 5th, 2023 by Michael Holloway
24th MANDI Awards Celebrate Milwaukee Success Stories
The annual "good news" awards showcase people, projects and organizations working to move Milwaukee forward.
Aug 24th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Youth Program Serves Many
'Twilight' program keeps children safe and off the streets with activities at various MPS locations.
Aug 21st, 2023 by Corrinne Hess
Playgrounds Hosting Foam Bubble Parties
Piles of fluffy fun at Franklin Square, Green Bay and Clovernook Playfields on Aug. 2.
Jul 26th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
10 Summer Programs for City Kids
Milwaukee Recreation offers wide variety of activities.
Jun 17th, 2023 by Edgar Mendez
City Program Seeks to Get Kids Off the Streets
"Safer City MKE" offers camping trips, city tours, art classes and more.
May 31st, 2023 by Evan Casey
Skate Park Planned for Bay View
Bay View Neighborhood Association closing in on fundraising goal for new wheel park.
May 4th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Construction Starts on Century City Park Expansion
Revamped Melvina Park at 29th and Melvina will nearly quadruple in size.
May 3rd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
School Board Candidates
Three contested races, including a citywide race.
Mar 31st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Three Contested Milwaukee School Board Seats On April Ballot
Plus: two uncontested races. Meet the candidates.
Jan 16th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Renovated Green Bay Playfield Opens
MPS-owned park located near Interstate 43 and Capitol Drive
Oct 11th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
10 Riverwalk Projects Will Greatly Expand System
Three-mile, award-winning corridor is becoming far more than a downtown amenity.
Aug 16th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Supervisors Propose Parks Youth Corps
A program for high school students to learn, earn a stipend and help maintain the parks.
Jul 19th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Burnham Playfield Reopens To Happy Crowd
Southside park boasts splash pad, playground, futsal and basketball courts, soccer and baseball fields
Jun 29th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
A New Plan For Universal Driver’s Education
Common Ground's proposal calls for insurance companies to be lead funders of program.
May 31st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Lifeguard Shortage Limits Pool Openings Again
No lifeguards at beaches in 2022, limited pool openings.
May 20th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
New Plans Aims To Grow 13th Street
Extension of KK River Trail, traffic calming for Oklahoma Ave and safety improvements for S. 13th Street.
Feb 17th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Could More Drivers Ed Reduce Reckless Driving?
Some Milwaukee leaders point to decline of program as key contributor.
Jan 21st, 2022 by Edgar Mendez
How Can Milwaukee Save Its Parks?
Policy researchers, public officials say new tax revenue, and public-private partnerships.
Dec 9th, 2021 by Edgar Mendez
Milwaukee Recreation Earns National Accreditation
MPS division earns accreditation given to only 1.9% of U.S. park and recreation agencies.
Nov 16th, 2021 by Annie Mattea
How Should Milwaukee Honor Ralph Metcalfe?
Black sprinter was once "fastest man in the world," and later a political trailblazer.
Nov 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
New Mural, Peace Tree Unveiled at Pulaski Playfield
Effort designed to encourage social unity, environmental consciousness and youth empowerment.
Oct 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Wheel Park Planned For Emigh Playfield in Tippecanoe
Would be city's first park targeted at BMX bikes, skateboards, scooters and skates.
Oct 8th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
New Park Opens in Historic Third Ward
New Gas Light Park is small and all about the children.
Aug 31st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Franklin Square Playfield Opens
It's the sixth renovated playfield reopened by MPS and Milwaukee Recreation.
Jun 29th, 2021 by Angeline Terry
Green Bay Playfield Being Renovated
Part of MPS effort to update 52 playfields.
Jun 25th, 2021 by Angeline Terry
25 Summer Resources For Kids
For recreation, classes, safety, health and healing
Jun 16th, 2021 by Edgar Mendez and Allison Dikanovic
Report Shows Parks Need More Equity
A nation-wide problem. In Milwaukee persons of color have access to 70% less park space.
May 27th, 2021 by Shamane Mills
Tips for Youths Seeking Summer Jobs
It’s not too late to apply. Here’s the best way to do it.
May 16th, 2021 by Sam Woods
Third Ward Fundraising for Gas Light Park
Playground would be the first in the neighborhood.
Mar 12th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Many MPS Students Can’t Get Drivers Ed
Hundreds of students left out as pandemic causes reduced class sizes in schools.
Feb 6th, 2021 by Sam Woods
Christmas Shows Go Online
There are plenty of holiday themed events, sights and shows.
Dec 17th, 2020 by Michael Holloway
MPS Revamps Southgate Playfield
Playfield with 77% less asphalt opens. Plus: alll the week's real estate news.
Oct 18th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
These Places Help with Childcare and Virtual Learning
They offer a place for children before, during and after school.
Oct 1st, 2020 by Ana Martinez-Ortiz
30% of City’s School-Age Kids Lack Computer
And 8.5% of families lack broadband, survey finds. MPS foundation, non-profit work to address virtual learning issues.
Sep 23rd, 2020 by Sam Woods
Summer Schools Will Be Mostly Online
Amid pandemic, school districts in Milwaukee, other cities, will stick to virtual learning.
Jun 2nd, 2020 by Madeline Fox
South Side Playfield Will Get Overhaul
Modrzejewski will see new life under plan from Milwaukee Recreation.
Mar 5th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Program Gives Swim Lessons to Most Needy
Local Red Cross program responds to higher drowning rates in underprivileged communities.
Dec 12th, 2019 by Claudia Delgadillo
Custer Playfield Reopens
New playground, basketball courts and walking path are part of $25 million city recreation plan.
Sep 16th, 2019 by Jack Fennimore
Campaign Will Fund South Side Futsal Courts
No neighborhood has more kids. LBWN raising final $25,000 to complete soccer project.
Aug 29th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Columbia Playfield Reopens
Revamped north side park boasts a playground, basketball courts, splash pad and more.
Aug 19th, 2019 by Jack Fennimore
Effort Improves City’s Recreation Areas
MPS has invested $12 million in rebuilding, renovating outdoor athletic and play facilities.
Jul 9th, 2019 by Andrea Waxman
11 Upgrades to Layton Boulevard West
Catalytic projects for homes, parks, retail corridors are changing neighborhood.
Dec 18th, 2018 by Andrea Waxman
Daddy/Daughter Dance Celebrates 15 Years With Sold-out Event
Dance's mission "is to get fathers involved with the lives of their children."
Feb 22nd, 2018 by Margaret Cannon
Summer Programs for Children
Find free and affordable summer programs and camps for children
Jun 18th, 2017 by Lydia Slattery
MPS Expels Construction Skills Training Program From North Division
Program had 275 students enrolled and long waiting list, but program's founder had 25-year-old forgery conviction.
Sep 4th, 2014 by Andrea Waxman
Police Support North Side Meal Program
Department wants to assure safety of recipients at Oasis program.
Jul 8th, 2013 by Edgar Mendez
