An independent evaluation of Safe & Sound by Medical College of Wisconsin researchers shows its community safety team strategy improves neighborhood safety.
Clarke Square
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Journey House publishes book about Little League trip to Puerto Rico
The first book published by Journey House, “Changing Lives in 5 Days,” recounts the experience of Felix Mantilla Little League players in Puerto Rico through photos, journals and quotations.
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Zeidler Center discussions aim to foster better police-community relations
After a dialogue between residents and police in Metcalfe Park, participants said the discussions could open the door for better relations between police and the central city’s black community.
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Clarke Square group remembers union leader Cesar E. Chavez
The Clarke Square Neighborhood Initiative celebrated Cesar E. Chavez Day on the first anniversary of the dedication of a statue commemorating his legacy.
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Supporters of Domes welcome National Treasure designation
A new designation as a National Treasure and a lower cost estimate for rehabilitation of the Mitchell Park Domes have renewed hope for its long-term future.
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Journey House proposes $2.3 million renovation of Baran Park baseball fields
Unkempt and dangerous baseball facilities at Baran Park have raised ire among parents and local officials, but a proposed $2.3 million field enhancement by Journey House could change all that.
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Journey House Community Garden source of pride for Clarke Square
After a slow start, the Journey House Community Garden partnered with the Milwaukee County SEED Initiative, and now has a waiting list for 24 plots.
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Proposed Clarke Square apartments to house youth aging out of foster care
Two new apartment buildings with units designated for young people aging out of foster care are planned for the Clarke Square neighborhood, but some residents voiced concern about density and parking at a recent neighborhood meeting.
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The Walls of Strength project aims to instill hope, courage and love in Milwaukee
A group of professional women committed to creating change in Milwaukee initiated “The Walls of Strength,” a project in which community members can inscribe positive messages into clay stones.
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Journey House opens second property to house youth aging out of foster care
A new group home for young people aging out of foster care, built with the help of Journey House, the city, county and other partners, was once a target for razing.