Amani

New Central City Vaccine Clinics

Residents in 53206 and 53210 ZIP codes can get COVID-19 vaccines at 8 walk-in clinics.

16% of State Fully Vaccinated

State continues to ramp up vaccination. Milwaukee pushing resources into community clinics.

‘There Are No Throwaway People’

Sister MacCanon Brown’s mission to serve homeless residents.

Amani Woman’s Baking Turned Into a Business

Sherry Green baked cookies for others during the pandemic, then people started buying them.

Where to Get Free Thanksgiving Meals

And how you can help the needy this holiday.

How the Amani Neighborhood Cut Crime

And improved life in 53206 ZIP code. Dominican Center and non-profits empowered residents.

Dominican Center Awarded Neighborhood Grant to Support Racial Equity

$2,500 gift is in support of organizations creating more inclusive communities

Kayak to Support Milwaukee Riverkeepers

Also, welcome home the D.C. marchers, try some Lao BBQ or take a Ghost Walk.

Young Black Men Respond to Blake Shooting

Milwaukeeans talk about what their experience with police is like, what they'd like to see.

Northwestern Mutual making an impact in Milwaukee neighborhoods

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson August 24, 2020

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.

Northwestern Mutual Dedicates Nearly $2 Million Investment to Milwaukee Neighborhoods

Funding will support nonprofits in achieving resident goals

Rental Assistance Program Continues to Face Challenges

Some applicants have received rental aid, but most still await assistance.

R.A. Stevens Family Foundation Grants Dominican Center $10,000 for Immediate COVID-19 Relief in Amani Neighborhood

New Safe and Sound Leader a City Insider

Joe’Mar Hooper pledges to take organization to new heights.

Meet The Dominican Center

The MANDI BMO Harris Cornerstone Award Finalist works to improve Amani neighborhood.

Mayor Tom Barrett’s 2020 State of the City Speech

Potawatomi Hotel Casino, February 10, 2020 As Prepared for Delivery

Downtown Building Getting Overhauled

Plus: More apartments for former Grand Avenue Mall.

Area Resident Plans Hopkins St. Project

Charles McCoy will purchase, redevelop commercial building in Amani neighborhood.

Could Strauss Plant Deal Be Revived?

Ald. Johnson working to save deal, Barrett holds out hope, community meeting planned.

Dominican Center Welcomes Project Director Denisha Tate-McAlister

Tate-McAlister brings more than 25 years of nonprofit experience to the Dominican Center.

Here’s Data You Can Use

Unique Milwaukee non-profit helps others gather and use data to improve their services.

5 Takeaways on Strauss Brands Debacle

Community members talk about lost jobs and what could have been done better.

Residents Rally for Clean Drinking Water

Coalition On Lead Emergency pushes for action, some city officials pledge to help.

NBA Player Plans Downtown Apartments

Big week in real estate with Couture taxes, Strauss, Marchese, Airbnb, Scott Lurie and more making headlines.

Healthy Meat Market Coming to N. 22nd St.

Carl Wesley will transform vacant building with Fresh 2 Fork concept.

Celebrating the Life of Quanita ‘Tay’ Jackson

"Tay was a talented rapper and vocalist who used her art to spread a message of love and light."

Beyond the Book Bag Carnival this Friday at 4pm

Since this is a back to school celebration, the first 500 attendees will receive a free book bag.

Effort Improves City’s Recreation Areas

MPS has invested $12 million in rebuilding, renovating outdoor athletic and play facilities.

After one year of uncertainty, a win for the Amani neighborhood

Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey July 3, 2019

Dominican Center Named Finalist for Impact100 Greater Milwaukee’s $100k Grant

DC would use the grant to continue revitalization in the Amani Neighborhood of Milwaukee

Committee Okays City Funds for Ikon Hotel

One MKE Plaza proposal for old Sears site on North Ave. gets first city approval.

Senator Taylor Acknowledges Clean Communities Week

Senator Taylor looks forward to the week’s remaining events including Thursday’s Hemp Small Business and Financing Session with State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski.

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.

Program Offers Police-Youth Listening Sessions

Zeidler Center effort aims to improve relations between police and teens, young adults.

Lucas Rejects Clarke’s Immigration Policies

New sheriff also intends to build positive relationship with Milwaukee Police.

Homeless Sanctuary Treats People With Dignity

The downtrodden receive food, furniture, clothing at no cost, no questions asked.

Milwaukee Repertory Theater Names Pillar Partner Safe & Sound Recipient of the A Christmas Carol Families Program

Plus Tiny Tim Ticket Program Participating Organizations Announced

Ratings Rising for Child Care Centers

But state requirements may be pushing county’s smaller child care centers out of business.

Northwestern Mutual Foundation Invests Nearly $3.4 Million to Foster Thriving Neighborhoods and Educational Success

Funding aims to strengthen local communities, enrich education through supportive programming

Income is Greatest Barrier to Affordable Housing

Report finds incomes in Milwaukee County are a greater barrier to housing than high rents.

City of Milwaukee Office of Violence Prevention Partners with Local Trauma Surgeons to Empower Community to ‘Stop the Bleed’

Stop the Bleed is a national campaign to train bystanders for emergencies.

Police Response Slow For Non-Violent Crimes

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

MPD Slow to Respond to Violent Crimes

But response times for all types of calls have dropped an average of 32 minutes since 2015.

Brewery’s Expansion in Century City Praised

Good City Brewing’s new facility on 31st and Capitol could change perceptions, area representatives say.

Residents, Police, Officials Mourn Slain Officer

Michael J. Michalski, 52, was a much-loved, 17-year veteran of Milwaukee Police Department.

Warning Residents of Lead Dangers

Door-to-door workers allied with Hunger Task Force teach Amani residents about possible problems.

Safe & Sound Kicks off Annual Event, A Night to Unite: Celebrating Neighborhood Champions

A Night to Unite features a cocktail hour, raffle and live auction, dinner, and an awards program.

How to Use Data for Neighborhood Improvement

Data Day event highlights organizations’ data-driven change efforts.

“Dr. Carter” Gets Honorary Street Sign

Beloved pharmacist, drug store owner for 50 years, gets sign on 24th and Burleigh.

Northwestern Mutual Invests $600,000 in Discovery World Expansion

Funds will advance the organization’s educational initiatives and community impact

Kohl’s Donates $1 Million to Susan G. Komen Wisconsin

Donation broadens access to crucial breast cancer resources for Milwaukee women

Chef Michael Feker Comes to School

Il Mito and 2Mesa owner helps Auer Avenue School with its hot breakfasts.

Black-Led Groups Get Fewer City Grants

Report finds more Community Grants for white-led non-profits in black neighborhoods. Why?

Northwestern Mutual Show Draws Crowd

Mayor Barrett, others attend opening of show by 17 artists honoring 25 local non-profits.

How Safe & Sound Reduces Crime

Creating youth projects in 11 different neighborhoods.

Garden Honors African American Heroes

And “she-roes,” says creator of community garden near 27th and Burleigh.

$100,000 Grant for Violence Prevention Plan

Bader Philanthropies grant helps fund effort pushed by Health Commissioner Bevan Baker.

Long Awaited Safety Plan Gets Attacked

A blueprint for change or too vague and hard to understand? Council members wrangle.

City’s Anti-Violence Effort Stalls

Office of Violence Prevention’s plan was due in June. Donovan, others criticize delay.

Community Groups Want DOJ Police Reforms

Two months after DOJ draft report on MPD released, groups demand recommended changes.

Black Officials Canvass Amani Neighborhood

Gwen Moore, LaTonya Johnson and David Crowley do doors, hoping to increase turnout.

The Betty Brinn Children’s Museum announces events through December 2017

The fall/winter 2017 calendar of events

Milwaukee Bucks Foundation Grants $1 Million to Local Nonprofits

Fifteen Milwaukee organizations to receive funds from the Foundation

Northwestern Mutual Backs Milwaukee Neighborhoods With More Than $1 Million in Grants

Donations fund community programs that contribute to safe, healthy neighborhoods

City Residents Meet With Assembly Committee

Residents must drive neighborhood revitalization, grassroots leaders insist.

Study Finds Safe & Sound Works

Program's work to create block clubs helps reduce violence in city.

Historic MPS school celebrates 105th anniversary

Auer Avenue Community School preparing for anniversary event and alumni reunion

Milwaukee County Parks Back-to-Back Winners at MANDI Awards

Johnsons Park Wins MANDI Award for Revitalization Efforts Spearheaded by Center for Resilient Cities, Rotary Club of Milwaukee, Milwaukee County Parks

North Side Area’s Crime Declines 30%

Residents’ efforts, community policing helped transform Amani neighborhood.

Bader’s Move to Central City Is Laudable

Bader Philanthropies will move from Third Ward to 3318 N. MLK Drive.

A Life of Fighting Poverty

Sr. Patricia Rogers grew up poor in Arkansas, now runs Dominican Center, helping North Side residents.

Blacks Slammed by Municipal Court Fines

73% of municipal court fines hit city’s African Americans, totals $23 million over four years.

More Than Downtown Development Needed

City leaders at economic summit say more development must occur in neighborhoods.

Citizens Condemn Proposal for More Cops

Different practices, not more police needed, community groups tell aldermen at city hearing.

Edgar Lin Receives Last Minute Endorsement of Assembly Representative LaTonya Johnson

Asks Neighbors for their Vote on August 9

Edgar Lin Announces Major Endorsements

Local Unions, Community Organizations and Community Leaders Express Support for Leading Challenger in 16th AD Race

Black Residents Talk About Police Misconduct

Demands for accountability at listening session of county Office of African American Affairs.

Milwaukee Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton endorses Milwaukee Co. District Attorney John Chisholm for re-election

“I am proud to endorse John Chisholm for another four-year term and look forward to continuing to partner with him in making our neighborhoods safer and stronger,” said Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton

County Program Combats Urban Food Deserts

New SEED program launches mobile retail groceries and community gardens.

A Book Can Take You Anywhere at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum’s July Neighborhood Night

Northwestern Mutual partners with Museum to offer free admission July 21

Foundation’s Nohl Fund grants $338,000 toward area arts programs

The Mary L. Nohl fund has made grants of more than $7 million since 2001 in support of visual arts and arts education in the metropolitan area.

The Radical State Supreme Court?

Three cases reveal the court overruling precedent while claiming it isn’t.

Green Space Project on Forest Home Avenue?

El Rey’s owners have donated land. Community planning has begun.

500 Fathers needed to stand up against violence, set positive tone for Milwaukee

“If we are united we can stand together and bring positive change to Milwaukee.”

Small Grants Program Has Big Impact

Community Connections program gives grants to 57 projects in many different neighborhoods.

Betty Brinn Children’s Museum hosts free evening and Metcalfe Park neighborhood celebration on June 16

Northwestern Mutual Foundation partners with Museum to offer free admission and special activities

Aldermen Unveil Anti-Violence Initiative

Hamilton and 11 other aldermen call for “holistic approach” to gun violence.

Betty Brinn Children’s Museum announces events through August 2016

Following is the summer 2016 calendar of events at the Betty Brinn Children's Museum.

Seeking The Truth About Zipcode 53206

International group's “portal” will trigger stories, conversations in city’s poorest area.

850 Attendees Salute MANDI Winners

COA Youth and Family Centers was big winner but 8 others got awards.

Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) Announces 2016 Winners Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods

Amani Neighborhood Soars with Recognitions in Three Award Categories

Moody Park Enhances Amani Neighborhood

$2 million renovation of park is among several changes helping north side neighborhood.

The 37 Neighborhoods of Milwaukee

Local historian John Gurda's new book has a message: Geography matters.

Moody Park Finally Reopens

$2 million spent on north side park builds new community center, basketball courts and a splash pad.