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Giving Tents to Homeless Sparks Debate

Giving Tents to Homeless Sparks Debate

Street Angels defends it; downtown business leader calls it 'enabling' such behavior, then walks back comment.

Call 211 For Shelter From the Cold

Call 211 For Shelter From the Cold

Impact 211 offers free help, connects county residents to warming rooms, housing resources.

Homeless Deaths Rising Significantly in Milwaukee

Homeless Deaths Rising Significantly in Milwaukee

Substance abuse contributing to 147% rise since 2018.

IMPACT 211 Data Reveals Community Needs

IMPACT 211 Data Reveals Community Needs

For 20 years confidential helpline has connected residents to food pantries, housing shelters.

Program Eliminates Silos Between Health Care and Social Services

Program Eliminates Silos Between Health Care and Social Services

Creators say it makes communication between professionals and with residents more efficient.

Warming Shelters Rescued Many From Cold

Warming Shelters Rescued Many From Cold

United Way, We Energies helped fund warming spaces at St. Ben’s, other places.