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Arte Para Todos 2017
One secret headliner will be announced the week before the festival.
Apr 11th, 2017 by Arte Para Todos
Landscape designer chosen to develop linear park along Beerline Trail
Nationally recognized Hood Design Studio chosen for project
Apr 3rd, 2017 by Greater Milwaukee Committee
The Story of Welford Sanders Lofts
How the $21 million building on MLK Dr. that honors him was created.
Mar 21st, 2017 by Edgar Mendez
How to Create 3,000 Urban Gardens
Non-profit Victory Gardens Initiative fills city’s food deserts with fresh produce.
Mar 14th, 2017 by Naomi Waxman
Revival in Harambee
Riverworks executive director Darryl Johnson leads redevelopment of Harambee.
Feb 17th, 2017 by Edgar Mendez
Black Firm To Build Bader Headquarters
Black-owned construction firm creating new Bader foundation building on MLK Dr.
Feb 1st, 2017 by Edgar Mendez
Bader Philanthropies hires general contractor for global headquarters
Bader Philanthropies hires one of Milwaukee fastest-growing, minority-owned companies as general contractor for global headquarters.
Jan 27th, 2017 by Bader Philanthropies, Inc.
Report Finds Wealth of Historic Buildings
New guide for redeveloping historic Milwaukee aims to foster growth.
Jan 20th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Recognition is well-deserved for 6th District Difference Makers
“That selfless attitude and generosity of spirit and energy is what the Difference Makers Award is all about...”
Jan 19th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Riverworks selected for 2017 Mini Block Build MKE
During the Mini Block Build, volunteers and community partners will come together to enhance – for free – several homes via small repairs, as well as beautification and landscaping projects.
Jan 13th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Inside the Welford Sanders Lofts
Former shoe factory becoming apartments and offices, will help revive MLK Drive.
Jan 10th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Three Plans for New City Library
MLK library the latest to have private development that includes a new library.
Dec 19th, 2016 by Graham Kilmer
African-Themed Shop Returns To MLK Dr.
Birdsong’s offers aromatherapy, with body oils, soaps and clothing, jewelry.
Dec 10th, 2016 by Clara Hatcher
Bader’s Move to Central City Is Laudable
Bader Philanthropies will move from Third Ward to 3318 N. MLK Drive.
Dec 4th, 2016 by Denise Wooten
Housing Resource Fair Impacts Neighborhoods
Workshops, information help home owners with fix-ups and financing repairs.
Nov 26th, 2016 by Clara Hatcher
Safe & Sound Expands to Northwest Side
Non-profit raised $270,000, will now expand for first time into Police District 4.
Nov 10th, 2016 by Allison Steines
Pete’s Fruit Market
New grocery store will be the community hub of Bronzeville
Nov 4th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
More Than Downtown Development Needed
City leaders at economic summit say more development must occur in neighborhoods.
Nov 3rd, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Soul Food Success
Daddy’s Soul Food and Grille, a success on N. 27th St., will open second location in Harambee neighborhood.
Oct 21st, 2016 by Clara Hatcher
Rock & Roll Dinners at Rumpus Room
Plus: new soul food, new Five Guys and Potbelly restaurants.
Oct 20th, 2016 by Mitchel Writt
Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Development Partners
Issues Request for Proposal for Martin Luther King library
Sep 28th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Library
Victory Garden Initiative Values Rainwater
It’s captured thousands of gallons to help grow food for local residents.
Sep 23rd, 2016 by Jim Cryns
Program Combats Foreclosures
Layton Boulevard West Neighbors has invested $3.5 million to renovate foreclosed properties in the area, but housing challenges remain.
Sep 15th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Harambee Community Market finale at Rose Park is Saturday
The Harambee Community Market will make its final appearance of the season at Rose Park tomorrow.
Sep 9th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Edgar Lin Receives Last Minute Endorsement of Assembly Representative LaTonya Johnson
Asks Neighbors for their Vote on August 9
Aug 8th, 2016 by Edgar Lin
MKE United Greater Downtown Action Agenda to Create Shared, Inclusive Vision for Downtown, Adjacent Neighborhoods
Local leaders call on community to shape vision, priorities and strategies of Action Agenda
Aug 5th, 2016 by Greater Milwaukee Committee
Bronzeville Week 2016 kickoff news conference set for Thursday
Cultural and Arts Festival, HaRUNbee 5K Walk/Run to highlight first day of family-oriented week of celebration in Bronzeville
Aug 3rd, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Community Opposes OSPP Forced Sale of Vacant MPS Building to Military-Style Voucher School Under Pending FBI Investigation for Abuse
The forced sale of the former MPS property at 500 E. Center St. falls under a section of the Opportunity Schools Partnership Program that was included in the 2015-2017 budget.
Jul 27th, 2016 by Schools and Communities United
Edgar Lin Announces Major Endorsements
Local Unions, Community Organizations and Community Leaders Express Support for Leading Challenger in 16th AD Race
Jul 27th, 2016 by Edgar Lin
Black Residents Talk About Police Misconduct
Demands for accountability at listening session of county Office of African American Affairs.
Jul 22nd, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
One Woman’s Fight Against Infant Mortality
Milwaukee ranks high in black infant mortality. Tonda Thompson wants to help change that.
Jul 19th, 2016 by Brendan O’Brien
Rocky Marcoux Wins Committee Approval
DCD leader was thought to be in trouble, but city committee votes 4-0 to reconfirm.
Jun 28th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
2016 Juneteenth Parade and Festival
Dancers, politicians, BBQ, at one of nation's oldest celebrations of the end of slavery.
Jun 20th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Caitlin Taylor
"I’m incredibly proud to be part of the effort to further integrated communities in Wisconsin."
Jun 20th, 2016 by Newaukee
Effort to Create Harambee Improvement District
Neighborhood Improvement District would give grants to homeowners to make repairs, upgrades.
Jun 15th, 2016 by Brendan O’Brien
Small Grants Program Has Big Impact
Community Connections program gives grants to 57 projects in many different neighborhoods.
Jun 11th, 2016 by Stephanie Harte
Aldermen Unveil Anti-Violence Initiative
Hamilton and 11 other aldermen call for “holistic approach” to gun violence.
Jun 8th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Damien Smith
"Out-of-towners sometimes remind us of how cool this place is."
May 23rd, 2016 by Newaukee
Safe & Sound Announces New Program and Technical Assistance Directors
In April, Safe & Sound welcomed William Coleman to the organization as Program Director.
May 16th, 2016 by Safe & Sound
MARN promotes local creative development at the New Growth exhibition
New Growth showcases recent creative developments from visual and spoken word artists.
Apr 22nd, 2016 by Milwaukee Artist Resource Network
Best Friendz Klubhouse Is All About Cocktails
It’s also one of 25 venues that host an Arte Para Todos show this weekend.
Apr 21st, 2016 by Joey Grihalva
Arte Para Todos 2016
Entry to any one venue on any of the days will cost $7, with 1-day passes ranging from $9 - $17 and 4-day passes at $25.
Apr 18th, 2016 by Arte Para Todos
Riverworks City Center touted as catalyst for Harambee commercial corridor
Dubbed Riverworks City Center, the new project will house several important community programs, in addition to a Family Dollar Store and other small retail.
Apr 13th, 2016 by Local Initiatives Support Corporation Milwaukee
Advancing the Fresh Food Movement
How composting by the Victory Garden Initiative serves north side urban farms.
Apr 10th, 2016 by Max Templin
Ms. Green Of Milwaukee
Harambee resident Elise Myers is passionate environmental educator for Urban Ecology Center.
Apr 7th, 2016 by Andrew Goldstein
Bronzeville Gets a Cool Grocery Store
Ald. Coggs opposed a Dollar Store. Pete’s Fruit Market will move into old Walgreens on MLK Dr.
Apr 6th, 2016 by Mark Doremus
Arte Para Todos 2016
Arte Para Todos was conceived as an answer to the defunding of art and music programming in schools, but it also serves as a replicable model of sustainable service to the community.
Apr 6th, 2016 by Arte Para Todos
Anthology Unveiled
Jeanne Nikolai Olivieri and KJ Prodigy Collaborate on Gallery Night
Mar 28th, 2016 by Press Release
Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) Announces 2016 Winners Improving Milwaukee Neighborhoods
Amani Neighborhood Soars with Recognitions in Three Award Categories
Mar 17th, 2016 by Local Initiatives Support Corporation Milwaukee
MANDI Nominee Helps Homeless Families
37-unit Maskani Place, new complex at 320 E. Center, rents to low-income families.
Feb 25th, 2016 by Brendan O’Brien
Bublr Bikes Touts Big Expansion Plan
New stations coming in 2016 to Bay View, East Side, Walker's Point, Harambee.
Feb 19th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
The Return of Holton Youth Center
After closing for four months, youth center in Riverwest returns, in partnership with COA.
Feb 19th, 2016 by Emmy A. Yates
Hundreds Earn Homes Through Sweat Equity
ACTS Housing, a non-profit realtor and MANDI nominee, helps rescue foreclosed homes.
Feb 11th, 2016 by Matthew Wisla
MANDI Finalist Helps Stabilize Neighborhoods
Rebuilding Together Greater Milwaukee has invested $10 million in nearly 1,500 properties.
Jan 24th, 2016 by Wyatt Massey
Supervisor Peggy Romo West Invites Public to Blessing and Dedication of Harambee Kitchen
Archbishop Listecki, Bishop Jeff Barrow to Bless New Kitchen on Saturday at 3 p.m.
Jan 22nd, 2016 by Sup. Peggy A. West
How Community Prosecutors Prevent Crime
Special unit focuses on collaborating with community and crime prevention.
Jan 18th, 2016 by Laura Thompson
Riverwest Organizes a Credit Union
The credit union, also serving the Harambee neighborhood, already has $500,000 in pledges.
Dec 29th, 2015 by Jim Cryns
Housing Fair Offers Home Buyers Advice
More than 40 experts from city and non-profits were at 5th annual fair.
Dec 3rd, 2015 by Wyatt Massey
More Dialogue With Police Needed?
Chief Flynn, neighborhood leaders look for ways to combat crime.
Nov 22nd, 2015 by Wyatt Massey
Tony Giron
"Milwaukee has such grand potential to become a leading bike friendly city. "
Oct 26th, 2015 by Newaukee
Honorary street signage to be installed in honor of Dr. James White
Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs invites residents to join her and WestCare Wisconsin in honoring the life and work of Dr. James G. White tomorrow
Oct 23rd, 2015 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Black Leaders Demand Changes to Address Poverty
State and county criticized for not addressing high city poverty and black unemployment.
Oct 15th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Improvements to Near North Side Housing Made
City partners with development companies and BMO Harris Bank to refurbish 35 housing units in Harambee and Lindsay Heights.
Oct 14th, 2015 by Karen Slattery
The 37 Neighborhoods of Milwaukee
Local historian John Gurda's new book has a message: Geography matters.
Sep 28th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Herb Kohl endorses Judge Joe Donald for Supreme Court
“I am honored to have the support of a tremendous leader like Senator Kohl in my race for the high court,” said Judge Donald.
Sep 28th, 2015 by Joe Donald
ACRE Welcomes Minority Leaders for Futures in Real Estate Development, Property Management, and Construction
Associates in Commercial Real Estate (ACRE) Announces New Class of 20 Students
Sep 24th, 2015 by Local Initiatives Support Corporation Milwaukee
Community Art Inspires
Pulaski Park art project provided opportunity to engage residents and enhance the neighborhood.
Sep 18th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Come & Get It: FarmRaiser & Film Fest!
Please join us at Concordia Gardens on Saturday, September 19, from 4:00 pm - twilight
Sep 10th, 2015 by Press Release
New Leader of LISC Aims to Improve City
Laura Bray helped revitalize Menomonee Valley, oversaw Three Bridges Park.
Aug 28th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
The Legacy of Welford Sanders
Community leader and developer helped improve MLK Drive, other neighborhoods.
Aug 5th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Bike Ride Unites Riverwest and Harambee
More than 100 participants join 53212 Unity Ride.
Aug 2nd, 2015 by Allison Dikanovic
Leading the Way in Green Infrastructure
Outpost Foods in Mequon and All Peoples Church on N. 2nd St. have sophisticated green systems.
Jul 29th, 2015 by Laura Thompson
Bronzeville Week returns to celebrate the past, present and future of key Milwaukee district
First approved by the Common Council in 2013, Bronzeville Week 2015 will run from August 1 to August 8.
Jul 24th, 2015 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Garfield Avenue Festival
Festival packs the street with blues and barbecue and beer. Our photos capture the easy-going vibe.
Jul 23rd, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Locations of Next 35 Bike Stations Announced
New Bublr stations will blanket East Side with other locations in 12 neighborhoods. Here is complete list.
Jul 21st, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
The House That Launched Riverwest 24
Jeramey Prach founded the 24-hour bike race and his modest, 19th century home, now greatly expanded, is the race's start and finish line.
Jul 20th, 2015 by Michael Horne
New Technology Changing Bus System
Real-time bus location information and smart fare cards are changing how riders use the bus system.
Jun 30th, 2015 by Matthew Wisla
How to Design a Public Space
Officials meet with residents about proposed greenway, and the citizens’ suggestions are a surprise.
Jun 26th, 2015 by Susan Nusser
The Faces of Juneteenth Day
Milwaukee's celebration of the end of slavery is one of the nation's oldest. Urban Milwaukee was there to capture all the action in photographs.
Jun 24th, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
Mayor’s Design Awards
The 2015 Mayor's Design Awards recognized projects big and small from across the city.
May 22nd, 2015 by Dave Reid
New Bike Trails Coming
Beerline Trail from Keefe to Capitol Dr. will be completed in July and Phase 4 of Oak Leaf Trail north from Estabrook Park in November.
May 15th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
A.W.E. Bus Tour Explores Milwaukee Neighborhoods, New Community Art Projects
Stops include Washington Park, Borchert Field and Riverwest/Harambee
May 11th, 2015 by Artists Working in Education
