Of the nearly 600 workers who lost their jobs when Cargill’s slaughterhouse plant closed in late July, only 50 have been hired at the company’s other locations.
South Side residents hit hard by closing of Menomonee Valley Cargill facility
Cargill’s beef slaughterhouse is closing today, leaving many of its South Side workers without a job.
On the Block: New mom, natural products
Lincoln Village resident Linda Serna learns about nontoxic home products in a program taught by Venice Williams at Alice’s Garden. (Photos by Sue Vliet)
May Day marchers seek tuition equity for undocumented college students
The annual May Day march for immigrant rights brought calls to end deportations, stop detaining people at local courthouses and provide undocumented Wisconsin college students tuition equity.
Special Report: Undocumented immigrants pay heavy price for minor offenses
Many undocumented immigrants from Milwaukee County who were deported as a result of the federal Secure Communities program were guilty of misdemeanor offenses, such as driving without a license, according to a new report.
Legislator seeks driver’s licenses, in-state tuition for undocumented residents
Several bills introduced recently in the Wisconsin legislature address the rights of undocumented residents.
Three more neighborhoods eligible for city loans under TIN program
Home and apartment owners in Martin Drive, Pulaski Park and St. Joseph’s are now able to borrow money for building improvements through the Target Investment Neighborhood (TIN) program.
UWM program nurtures Latino community leaders
More than 130 participants have graduated from the nine-month Latino Nonprofit Leadership Program during its first eight years.
Rain can’t dampen Mexican Independence Day celebration on South Side
Despite a steady rain, thousands were on hand to celebrate during the 42nd annual UMOS Mexican Independence Day Parade and Festival.
South Side carnaval highlights diverse Latin cultures
Seventeen Latin countries showcased their unique cultures as the 2013 Latino Carnaval (parade) made its debut on the South Side.
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