Amani is a neighborhood bounded by N. 35th St. on the west, N. 15th St. on the east, W. Capitol Dr. on the north, W. North Ave. on the south.
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Two Milwaukee Affordable Housing Proposals Denied Funding, A Third Goes A Different Route
But several other projects continue to move forward.
Feb 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Vacant Northside Building Could Become Community Cafe
BLK Coffee part of a larger effort to create business hub.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Developers Plan 1,100 Affordable Apartments in Milwaukee
South side, north side, from high rise to single family, developers have lots of ideas. What will state fund?
Dec 26th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Proposal Will Turn 40 Vacant Lots Into Homes
Effort would create affordable homes in seven blocks of Amani neighborhood.
Nov 26th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Thanksgiving Food Drive Offers Free Meal Kits
Sherman Phoenix set to distribute turkeys, hams and side dishes Nov. 25. Several other giveaways planned.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Stolen Gun Leads City to Suspend Harambee Convenience Store
Safety concerns lead to unanimous council vote against Third Street Quick Mart.
Sep 24th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
City Issues 10-Day Suspension to Amani Gas Station
After two shootings, the Gas Depot will remain closed through Oct. 2.
Sep 24th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Elizabeth Brown’s Long Journey to Her Own Home
Acts Housing helps her overcome 5 years of housing troubles, homelessness.
Sep 16th, 2025 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Local Businesses Awarded $100,000 in Grants
10 small businesses helped by new county economic development program.
Aug 27th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
SDC Faces Debts, Board Vacancies, Lawsuits
Here's the latest on challenges for Social Development Commission.
Jul 23rd, 2025 by Meredith Melland
Survey Finds Alarming Number of Milwaukee Homes Need Major Repairs
And one type of property owner is overwhelmingly responsible.
Apr 21st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee County Outreach Team Going Door-to-Door Handing Out Narcan in High Overdose Areas
Program funded through multistate lawsuit against 4 pharmaceutical companies.
Nov 14th, 2024 by Evan Casey
Milwaukee Wins $25 Million Grant To Rebuild Center Street, Add Protected Bike Lanes
Safety-focused overhaul will come to two-mile stretch in heart of city.
Sep 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
45 Sites Selected for Affordable Homes for Early Childhood Educators
Aiming to address workforce shortage and create more Black and Latino homeowners.
May 21st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Alderman Won Office Owing Property Taxes
DiAndre Jackson has since paid off 2022 taxes but still owes for 2023.
Apr 22nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Council Most Diverse In Milwaukee History
The largest number of Black, women and LBGTQ+ members in history. Meet all 15.
Apr 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Mom Will Feed Hundreds on Christmas
Free meals for at least 275 families in 53206 neighborhood.
Dec 24th, 2023 by Meredith Melland
Northwestern Mutual Makes ‘Skyline-Defining’ Bet On Downtown
Insurance company celebrates construction start on $500 million tower overhaul.
Oct 3rd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
N. 24th Street To Be Renamed For Lester Carter
Street name in Amani neighborhood to honor noted Black pharmacist.
Oct 2nd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
VIA CDC’s Affordable Houses Are Test of New Building Technique
Structure of homes, sold at affordable prices, will be pre-assembled in factory near Teutonia and Hampton.
Sep 21st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Firefighters, Teens Are Growing Greens In Shuttered Fire Station
Hydroponic gardens located at fire stations throughout the city will provide more than 25 pounds of lettuce and herbs per month.
Aug 11th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Tony’s BBQ Owner Plans New Restaurant
Longtime restaurateur coming out of retirement to open fried fish and chicken joint on North Side.
Aug 7th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Park Being Renamed After Milwaukee Jazz Legend
Cawker Play Area to become Al Jarreau Park.
Jul 21st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Northwestern Mutual Contributes $3 Million To Home Ownership Efforts
Insurance company to fund two nonprofits: a land trust and home acquisition fund.
Jul 7th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Survey Finds Many City Houses Need Repairs
Estimates total investment needed across 15 neighborhoods is $54 million.
Jul 1st, 2023 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Volunteers Clean Up Abandoned Building in Harambee
Part of a series of community clean-ups organized by county Sup. Priscilla Coggs-Jones.
Jul 1st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Local Businesses Win Fresh Food Grants
City funds help awardees pay for micro-farms, fresh food storage coolers and more.
Jun 13th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Amanda Clark Is Working To Improve Amani Neighborhood
Dominican Center housing coordinator works to empower residents.
Jun 9th, 2023 by PrincessSafiya Byers
New Emergency Housing For Those With Lead Poisoning
Community Advocates expanding its portfolio of temporary housing.
May 8th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Not Fooling Around, Upper East Bar Opens April 1
All-night drink specials on tap for return of East Side watering hole.
Mar 30th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Event Space Planned for Near West Side
The Amani Place would open as community hub, welcoming guests of all ages.
Feb 20th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Amani United’s New President Charts Course For Neighborhood
First up for Elizabeth Brown is updating revitalization plan, then landing a grocery store.
Jan 19th, 2023 by PrincessSafiya Byers
City, MATC Still Seek To Train Students in Rehabbing Homes
Progress has been slow. Ezekiel CDC steps in as new private partner.
Dec 19th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
New Fast Food Restaurant for North Side
Dorsey's Pizza and Chicken at 27th and Burleigh to open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night meals.
Nov 29th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
Poverty’s Unrelenting Grip on Milwaukee
City ranks second worst among big cities, with many barriers to overcoming poverty.
Sep 10th, 2022 by PrincessSafiya Byers
City Says 10,000 Homes Goal On Track
But advocates say the issue is more complicated than simply building the homes.
May 27th, 2022 by PrincessSafiya Byers
2022 Mayor’s Design Awards Announced
25 projects cover entire city, range from big to small.
May 12th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Offers $50,000 Trauma Reduction Grants
Health department's Office of Violence Prevention wins $5 million federal grant.
Apr 26th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Dominican Center Offers Garden of Opportunities
Agriculture center and hydroponics lab helps Amani residents create indoor gardens.
Apr 13th, 2022 by Sam Woods
U.S. House Committee Comes to Milwaukee
Investigating housing inequities, barriers to home ownership residents face.
Apr 13th, 2022 by Christine Hatfield
City Doula Program Focusing On 53206
Program is an effort to reduce infant mortality rates.
Mar 11th, 2022 by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Program Helps Parents Teach Pre-School Kids
Parents of Pre-School Youngsters helps local parents provide home instruction.
Feb 19th, 2022 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Amani Neighborhood Plan Promotes Change
Block-by-block program repairing homes, helping build neighborhood pride.
Feb 8th, 2022 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Church Offers Free Mental Health Services
‘Jesus and therapy will meet the need’ at Invisible Reality Ministries, 2700 N. 54th St.
Jan 31st, 2022 by Matt Martinez
City Sold 249 Foreclosed Homes in 2021
But hundreds of homes remain in city ownership awaiting your bid.
Jan 28th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
How To Save The City, One Block At a Time
Study evaluates challenges, successes with Northwestern Mutual's Amani project.
Dec 10th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
North Side Plan Plots 16 Priority Projects
Traffic calming, housing rehab, safety, dealing with vacant lots top list of recommended projects.
Oct 26th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Six Adult Education Programs In Milwaukee
Offering reading instruction, GED preparation and more.
Oct 24th, 2021 by Ana Martinez-Ortiz
Milwaukee Counselors and Psychologists Work to Prevent Black Youth Suicides
About one in 10 Black youths in the state report having attempted suicide.
Oct 24th, 2021 by Matt Martinez
Evers Allocates $45 Million To Violence Prevention, Victim Support
Evers joined by Attorney General Josh Kaul and Milwaukee violence prevention leaders for announcement.
Oct 13th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Amani United Leader Voted Out
The recent president of the neighborhood organization was impeached.
Oct 13th, 2021 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Vaccination of North Side Youth Lags Behind County Average
High school students discuss the vaccine, hesitancy and school during COVID-19.
Sep 30th, 2021 by Matt Martinez
Meet Amani’s Newest Ambassador
Maricha Harris is the new executive director of the Dominican Center.
Sep 24th, 2021 by Ana Martinez-Ortiz
Dominican Center Director Was A Quiet Force
Sister Patricia Rogers retires after years of leadership in Amani neighborhood.
Sep 19th, 2021 by Ana Martinez-Ortiz
Could Guaranteed Income Close Racial Wealth Gap?
Wisconsin cities, including Milwaukee, are participating in guaranteed income pilot program.
Aug 19th, 2021 by Harrison Freuck and Zhen Wang
Federal Ban On Evictions Extended
Until July 31. What you need to know.
Jun 26th, 2021 by PrincessSafiya Byers
What You Need To Know About Eviction Process
Experts offer tips for renters.
Apr 25th, 2021 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Community Organizations Tackle Vaccine Hesitancy
A southside group is emphasizing informed choice, answering questions.
Apr 9th, 2021 by Ana Martinez-Ortiz
New Central City Vaccine Clinics
Residents in 53206 and 53210 ZIP codes can get COVID-19 vaccines at 8 walk-in clinics.
Mar 27th, 2021 by Matt Martinez
16% of State Fully Vaccinated
State continues to ramp up vaccination. Milwaukee pushing resources into community clinics.
Mar 26th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
‘There Are No Throwaway People’
Sister MacCanon Brown’s mission to serve homeless residents.
Feb 26th, 2021 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Amani Woman’s Baking Turned Into a Business
Sherry Green baked cookies for others during the pandemic, then people started buying them.
Dec 11th, 2020 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Where to Get Free Thanksgiving Meals
And how you can help the needy this holiday.
Nov 21st, 2020 by Sam Woods
How the Amani Neighborhood Cut Crime
And improved life in 53206 ZIP code. Dominican Center and non-profits empowered residents.
Oct 22nd, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Kayak to Support Milwaukee Riverkeepers
Also, welcome home the D.C. marchers, try some Lao BBQ or take a Ghost Walk.
Sep 10th, 2020 by Michael Holloway
Young Black Men Respond to Blake Shooting
Milwaukeeans talk about what their experience with police is like, what they'd like to see.
Aug 28th, 2020 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Legislative Donors Give Record Amount in 2020
$7.1 million showered on legislative races in first half of 2020, shattering 2016 record of $5.1 million.
Aug 10th, 2020 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Rental Assistance Program Continues to Face Challenges
Some applicants have received rental aid, but most still await assistance.
Aug 2nd, 2020 by PrincessSafiya Byers
New Safe and Sound Leader a City Insider
Joe’Mar Hooper pledges to take organization to new heights.
Mar 3rd, 2020 by Edgar Mendez
Meet The Dominican Center
The MANDI BMO Harris Cornerstone Award Finalist works to improve Amani neighborhood.
Feb 25th, 2020 by Emma Brauer
Downtown Building Getting Overhauled
Plus: More apartments for former Grand Avenue Mall.
Dec 29th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Area Resident Plans Hopkins St. Project
Charles McCoy will purchase, redevelop commercial building in Amani neighborhood.
Dec 23rd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Could Strauss Plant Deal Be Revived?
Ald. Johnson working to save deal, Barrett holds out hope, community meeting planned.
Dec 12th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Here’s Data You Can Use
Unique Milwaukee non-profit helps others gather and use data to improve their services.
Nov 7th, 2019 by Caroline White
5 Takeaways on Strauss Brands Debacle
Community members talk about lost jobs and what could have been done better.
Nov 6th, 2019 by Bridget Fogarty
Residents Rally for Clean Drinking Water
Coalition On Lead Emergency pushes for action, some city officials pledge to help.
Nov 1st, 2019 by PrincessSafiya Byers
NBA Player Plans Downtown Apartments
Big week in real estate with Couture taxes, Strauss, Marchese, Airbnb, Scott Lurie and more making headlines.
Oct 13th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Healthy Meat Market Coming to N. 22nd St.
Carl Wesley will transform vacant building with Fresh 2 Fork concept.
Oct 9th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
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
Committee Okays City Funds for Ikon Hotel
One MKE Plaza proposal for old Sears site on North Ave. gets first city approval.
Apr 30th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Will Earnell Lucas Be a “People’s Sheriff”?
That’s what new sheriff promised; community members hope he will be very different than David Clarke.
Jan 4th, 2019 by Max Nawara
Program Offers Police-Youth Listening Sessions
Zeidler Center effort aims to improve relations between police and teens, young adults.
Dec 5th, 2018 by Andrea Waxman
Lucas Rejects Clarke’s Immigration Policies
New sheriff also intends to build positive relationship with Milwaukee Police.
Dec 2nd, 2018 by Max Nawara
Homeless Sanctuary Treats People With Dignity
The downtrodden receive food, furniture, clothing at no cost, no questions asked.
Nov 22nd, 2018 by Sarah Lipo
Ratings Rising for Child Care Centers
But state requirements may be pushing county’s smaller child care centers out of business.
Oct 17th, 2018 by Analise Pruni
Income is Greatest Barrier to Affordable Housing
Report finds incomes in Milwaukee County are a greater barrier to housing than high rents.
Sep 9th, 2018 by Analise Pruni
Police Response Slow For Non-Violent Crimes
MPD response time averages 40 minutes for non-violent crimes, 68 minutes for auto theft.
Aug 24th, 2018 by Edgar Mendez
MPD Slow to Respond to Violent Crimes
But response times for all types of calls have dropped an average of 32 minutes since 2015.
Aug 7th, 2018 by Edgar Mendez
Brewery’s Expansion in Century City Praised
Good City Brewing’s new facility on 31st and Capitol could change perceptions, area representatives say.
Aug 3rd, 2018 by Jenny Whidden
Residents, Police, Officials Mourn Slain Officer
Michael J. Michalski, 52, was a much-loved, 17-year veteran of Milwaukee Police Department.
Jul 27th, 2018 by Edgar Mendez
Warning Residents of Lead Dangers
Door-to-door workers allied with Hunger Task Force teach Amani residents about possible problems.
Jul 18th, 2018 by Jenny Whidden
How to Use Data for Neighborhood Improvement
Data Day event highlights organizations’ data-driven change efforts.
Jun 6th, 2018 by Sophie Bolich
“Dr. Carter” Gets Honorary Street Sign
Beloved pharmacist, drug store owner for 50 years, gets sign on 24th and Burleigh.
May 23rd, 2018 by Jenny Whidden
Chef Michael Feker Comes to School
Il Mito and 2Mesa owner helps Auer Avenue School with its hot breakfasts.
Mar 27th, 2018 by Mark Lisowski
Black-Led Groups Get Fewer City Grants
Report finds more Community Grants for white-led non-profits in black neighborhoods. Why?
Mar 14th, 2018 by Jabril Faraj
Northwestern Mutual Show Draws Crowd
Mayor Barrett, others attend opening of show by 17 artists honoring 25 local non-profits.
Feb 9th, 2018 by Laura Thompson
How Safe & Sound Reduces Crime
Creating youth projects in 11 different neighborhoods.
Feb 9th, 2018 by Margaret Cannon
Garden Honors African American Heroes
And “she-roes,” says creator of community garden near 27th and Burleigh.
Nov 30th, 2017 by Wil Disabatino
$100,000 Grant for Violence Prevention Plan
Bader Philanthropies grant helps fund effort pushed by Health Commissioner Bevan Baker.
Nov 23rd, 2017 by Andrea Waxman
Long Awaited Safety Plan Gets Attacked
A blueprint for change or too vague and hard to understand? Council members wrangle.
Nov 20th, 2017 by Jeramey JanneneNeighborhood Buildings
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2320 W. Burleigh St.
Home of the COA Goldin Center
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2340 W. Hopkins St.
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2461 W. Center St.
Home of MacCanon Brown Homeless Sanctuary since 2016.
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2927-2929 N. 26th St.
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3000 N. 22nd St.
