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Michels Has Hotel Partner for $100 Million Development
Plus: Work underway on effort to save Soldiers' Home.
Sep 22nd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Zoning for Master Lock Approved
Will expand security perimeter; Bauman charges company "scared of the neighborhood."
Sep 17th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Master Lock Plan Closes City Streets
Company seeks city approval to close portions of two streets on its Center St. campus.
Sep 13th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Planned Bus System Cuts Create Anxiety
Cutbacks will “impact the most vulnerable folks”, community leaders say.
Aug 29th, 2019 by Caroline White
St. Joseph Hospital’s Future Raises Questions
Here are the key issues in the controversy.
Apr 27th, 2019 by Andrea Waxman
How to Increase Black Homeownership
Milwaukee’s black-white gap is 40%. Experts will take on the issue.
Feb 26th, 2019 by Andrea Waxman
Marquette President Michael R. Lovell delivers fifth Presidential Address, announces new initiatives
Creation of Institute for Women’s Leadership, $250,000 President’s Challenge grant winner and varsity esports team announced
Jan 23rd, 2019 by Marquette University
The Legacy of Susan Lloyd
Retired Zilber Foundation leader oversaw $100 million investment in neighborhoods, still promotes social justice.
Jan 18th, 2019 by Andrea Waxman
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
UniteMKE & UnitedHealthcare Community Plan Partners to address Milwaukee’s Infant Mortality Rate and Improve Birth Outcomes
Infant mortality is higher in the U.S. than in comparable countries and in Milwaukee’s communities of color, the infant mortality rate of 14.5 for blacks is the highest in the nation.
Sep 28th, 2018 by UniteMKE
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
Sep 27th, 2018 by Northwestern Mutual
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
How to Use Data for Neighborhood Improvement
Data Day event highlights organizations’ data-driven change efforts.
Jun 6th, 2018 by Sophie Bolich
Northwestern Mutual Invests $600,000 in Discovery World Expansion
Funds will advance the organization’s educational initiatives and community impact
May 23rd, 2018 by Northwestern Mutual
Metcalfe Park Residents Oppose Group Home
State would open residential assessment center for teens removed from their homes.
May 2nd, 2018 by Andrea Waxman
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
Northwestern Mutual Plans Unique Show
Art exhibit features artists with state ties and celebrates impact of local non-profits.
Dec 18th, 2017 by Laura Thompson
First-of-Its-Kind Art Exhibit Highlights the Power of Giving, Set to Open in The Northwestern Mutual Tower and Commons
Northwestern Mutual Foundation commemorates its 25th anniversary with local exhibit showcasing philanthropic impact
Dec 5th, 2017 by Northwestern Mutual
Federal Grant Funds Anti-Violence Programs
City won $5 million grant, subcontracts with seven groups on anti-violence programs.
Nov 14th, 2017 by Andrea Waxman
The Betty Brinn Children’s Museum announces events through December 2017
The fall/winter 2017 calendar of events
Sep 28th, 2017 by Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
“200 Nights of Freedom” Recalls Marches
200 consecutive nights of events will celebrate open housing marches of 50 years ago.
Sep 1st, 2017 by Andrea Waxman
Northwestern Mutual Backs Milwaukee Neighborhoods With More Than $1 Million in Grants
Donations fund community programs that contribute to safe, healthy neighborhoods
Jul 11th, 2017 by Northwestern Mutual
Study Finds Safe & Sound Works
Program's work to create block clubs helps reduce violence in city.
May 11th, 2017 by Andrea Waxman
Mixed Reactions to Charges in Sylville Smith’s Killing
DA charges officer Heaggan-Brown. Family and community demand video's release.
Dec 16th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
More Than Downtown Development Needed
City leaders at economic summit say more development must occur in neighborhoods.
Nov 3rd, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
You’re White, in America’s Most Segregated City
So what can you do to improve things?
Aug 17th, 2016 by Garrett Bucks
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
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
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
Jul 11th, 2016 by Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
Green Space Project on Forest Home Avenue?
El Rey’s owners have donated land. Community planning has begun.
Jun 19th, 2016 by Edgar Mendez
Small Grants Program Has Big Impact
Community Connections program gives grants to 57 projects in many different neighborhoods.
Jun 11th, 2016 by Stephanie Harte
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
Jun 10th, 2016 by Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
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.
May 20th, 2016 by Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
New Milwaukee Marathon Includes Central City
Inaugural marathon, October 31-November 1, takes runners through many city neighborhoods.
Oct 20th, 2015 by Allison Dikanovic
The 37 Neighborhoods of Milwaukee
Local historian John Gurda's new book has a message: Geography matters.
Sep 28th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Project Aims to Raise Child Immunization Rates
City, universities and community groups work together to increase vaccinations in 10 city zip codes with low rates.
Jul 16th, 2015 by Devi Shastri
Bus Strike Forces Riders to Seek Alternatives
Thousands left stranded and struggling to find other means of transit.
Jul 3rd, 2015 by Devi Shastri and Edgar Mendez
Our Children “Are Not For Sale”
Local coalition uses shocking ads on bus shelters and vending machines to combat human trafficking.
Jun 19th, 2015 by Allison Dikanovic
“Wisconsin Is a Hub of Human Trafficking…”
"And Milwaukee harbors its pimp school!" Government officials and civic leaders announce a marketing campaign to raise awareness of child trafficking.
Jun 12th, 2015 by Laura Thompson
Helping Police Build Neighborhoods
Fatima Benhaddou is the new program manager of police department's federally funded Building Neighborhood Capacity Program.
Mar 24th, 2015 by Andrea Waxman
Safe & Sound Will Target 8 High-Crime Neighborhoods
Community organizing group works with residents, high-risk youth and police to combat crime.
Feb 24th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Maurice Thomas
"I believe we can change the life outcomes for students in our community..."
Dec 1st, 2014 by Newaukee
City Residents Welcome ShotSpotter
Milwaukee Police program uses 110 sensors in 11-square mile area to detect gunfire and fight crime. Residents are seeing the impact.
Nov 11th, 2014 by Molly Rippinger
Council President Murphy and Alderman Stamper issue statements on girl’s shooting
The jointly issued statements below from Common Council President Michael J. Murphy and Alderman Russell W. Stamper II address the Clarke Street Elementary School playground shooting Wednesday
May 22nd, 2014 by Milwaukee Common Council
Central City Relies on Street Mechanics
Auto owners often get cheap repairs from free-lance mechanics.
May 13th, 2014 by Brendan O’Brien
Metcalfe Park Cleanup Saturday 4/26/14
The meeting spot will be at MasterLock 2600 N 32nd St at 10 am.
Apr 22nd, 2014 by Press Release
New Efforts to Upgrade Metcalfe Park Neighborhood
City government, foundations, non-profits and faith groups work together to improve housing and bring jobs.
Dec 17th, 2013 by Andrea Waxman
Major Changes in Head Start Program
Next Door expands services after federal government drops Social Development Commission as provider.
Nov 5th, 2013 by Rick Brown
Community Groups Build Rain Gardens
Project builds rain gardens and job opportunities for young adults in Metcalfe Park.
Oct 28th, 2013 by Tom Momberg
Medicine for Metcalfe Park
Outreach event attends to health care needs in North Side neighborhood.
Sep 5th, 2013 by Shakara Robinson
The Power of Paint
City program doing artistic paint job on foreclosed homes has reduced graffiti and break-ins at these houses.
Aug 27th, 2013 by Shakara Robinson
TeamUp Centers Send More Kids to College
Two MPS-run community centers helped more than 3,500 city students prepare for college.
Jul 30th, 2013 by Maggie Quick
Milwaukee Time Exchange Helps People Exchange Services
Participants in Milwaukee Area Time Exchange earn credits for hours worked and can redeem them for services provided by others.
Apr 15th, 2013 by Jennifer Reinke
NWSCDC Closes on Loan to Redevelop Former Eaton Office Tower
The Northwest Side Community Development Corporation (NWSCDC) has closed on a $628,750 loan to Jonco Industries.
Mar 20th, 2013 by Northwest Side Community Development Corporation
Manufacturers Wanted at A.O. Smith Site
City hopes to attract companies and bring 1,000 jobs to abandoned site.
Mar 12th, 2013 by Mark Doremus
New Inner City Medical Clinic Planned
Clinic at 23rd and Burleigh would serve poor families who lack access to medical care.
Mar 7th, 2013 by Brendan O’Brien
Teaching Men Non-Violence
The Alma Center teaches self-control to ex-cons and others with violent histories.
Feb 25th, 2013 by Andrea Waxman
The African American Advantage
The county’s black residents have $3.6 billion in annual income and black neighborhoods have far more purchasing power than suburbs.
Feb 14th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Common Council’s plan will allow developers to combat blight
More than 130 vacant, city-owned houses are set to be renovated or rebuilt and converted into rental properties, as a result of action by the Milwaukee Common Council last week.
Jan 23rd, 2013 by Willie Wade
Historic Preservation, Clerk’s Office team up to document condemned convent
Milwaukee’s Historic Preservation Commission is teaming up with the Wisconsin Historical Society and the Public Information Division of the City Clerk’s Office to collect photos of the building and document its history on an interactive website.
Jan 18th, 2013 by Milwaukee Common Council
The Impact of Charter Schools
The promise -- and problems -- of America’s most popular alternative to public schools can be seen in Milwaukee.
Nov 27th, 2012 by Dave Steele
The Anti-Violence Team
Metcalfe Park group reclaims lot where shooting occurred, winning 2nd place in Midwest contest to enliven vacant spaces.
Nov 21st, 2012 by Heather Ronaldson
