Victor Barnett

7 Takeaways From Crowley’s 2023 State of the County Speech

Going back to college, helping youth and counting on a new partnership with the state.

Bucks, NBA Donate to Running Rebels

The 1,772nd project for NBA Cares program goes to local youth program, wins praise from local officials.

County Funds Credible Messengers Program

Program is intended to connect at-risk youth with mentors and social services.

Evers Names 30 Equity Council Members

Governor’s Advisory Council on Equity and Inclusion appointees include leaders from nonprofits, tribes, churches, community groups.

Running Rebels Community Organization’s Virtual EPIC Evening Celebrating 40 Years of Serving the Community

Running Rebels Serves 1,500 Youth a Year

Creating Violence Free Zones, finding the best in kids.

Automated Technology Targets Reckless Drivers

Rep. Crowley’s bill creates pilot program in city, supported by 11 council members.

North Side Leaders Plead for Safe Driving

Reckless driving is plaguing the North Side, community leaders say.

Express Yourself Milwaukee Opens New Studio

The organization is relocating to the Running Rebels facility where it all began.

300+ Strong Movement to host 2nd Annual Community Rally at Sherman Park

The free 300+ Strong Movement Rally – hosted by a collective of grassroots and youth serving organizations – will take place Saturday (September 10) from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Sherman Park.

Crime Should Be “Number One” Issue

Panel of experts discusses research on racial inequality and violence in urban areas.

Non-Profits Will Work to Curb Youth Violence

City plan allocates $150,000 for Youth Violence Prevention program.

Lil Vic Spreads Positive Message

The 12-year-old rapper's message to his city is beyond his years. “Milwaukee should be a positive place, not all these shootings,” he said.

Black City Residents Not Sold on NBA Arena

African American leaders who support it face skepticism from constituents.

The Transformation of Johnsons Park

A huge number of partners and foundations have combined to transform an inner-city park that once fostered crime.

A Community Leader for 30 Years

Sojourner center's executive director Carmen Pitre has been helping vulnerable people for more than three decades.

Riverside, Rufus King alums will square off in flag football to fund scholarships, breast cancer research

5th-annual contest to be held July 26 at Custer Stadium

Peace Rally to Combat Crime

Rally special guest Ice T didn't show up as planned, but Mayor Barrett and Ald Hines spoke to the gathering.

LEAP summer youth work program sees first graduating class

Successful inaugural session of new program yields 17 young leaders; Alderman Willie Wade points to brighter future