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Posted inArts and Recreation, Milwaukee's Cultural Makers, Photos
Nealita Nelson is building community one Lego brick at a time
After gaining national attention on Fox’s “LEGO Masters,” Milwaukee-native Nealita Nelson is using her platform to encourage creativity and community among builders of all ages.
Posted inCommunity
Wisconsin Supreme Court revisits recusal rules amid debate over money and impartiality
The high court will hear arguments on proposed changes to judicial recusal rules, but immediate action appears unlikely as supporters and critics alike call for further study of how campaign donations and political support should affect judges’ participation in cases.
Posted inArts and Recreation, NNS Spotlight
How one golf organization is bringing more Black people to the course
We Black We Golf has been changing the narrative of what golfing can look like for members of the Black community.
Posted inEconomic Development, Education
An apprenticeship aiming to ease Wisconsin’s teacher shortage is ‘stalling.’ Will it catch on?
The pilot program was meant to offer an alternative route into the classroom, but program leaders are having trouble enticing school districts to take on more apprentices. And enrollment has ground to a halt.
Posted inCommunity, Resources
New MCTS bus route changes start June 7
Changes include restored mid-day service, updated routes and modifications tied to construction.
Posted inCommunity
5 things to know and do the week of June 1
Enjoy a free meal with community; take a bike ride through Estabrook Park; learn about injury prevention strategies; and more.
Posted inCommunity
Lawsuit seeks to require Wisconsin clerks to let voters fix problems with their absentee ballots
State law currently says the practice is optional, which the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin argues leads to voters in different municipalities getting treated differently.
Posted inCommunity, Education
MPS budget approved as new report cites concerns over financial future of district
MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius’ controversial 2027 budget proposal passed Thursday. The new budget might balance the books for now, but another major financial shortfall could loom in the near future, according to a Wisconsin Policy Forum report.
Posted inCommunity, Social Development Commission
Debt, questions about board seat and governance compliance among latest concerns for Social Development Commission
On Thursday, SDC Commissioner Walter Lanier filed a request asking the city attorney to review the organization’s governance compliance. Lanier and other commissioners attempted to hold an emergency meeting May 19, before the full board meeting two days later.