Vision Zero Summit brings together residents to increase Milwaukee traffic safety
At Milwaukee’s first Vision Zero Summit, community members and leaders gathered to learn and share ideas on how to prevent traffic deaths.
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Economic Development
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.
Education
Innovative program helps Milwaukee students graduate high school with medical certification
Six high school students graduated recently from a K-12 Medical Assistant pathway program created through a partnership by MedCerts, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee and Froedtert Hospital.
Health & WEllness
Here are ways to beat the heat this summer
Splash pads, senior centers and libraries are all places you can stay cool over the summer.
Housing
Policy barriers limit ability of Milwaukee tenants to address substandard housing conditions
Many people wonder why more isn’t being done about Milwaukee’s deteriorating housing conditions. Here’s what local and state leaders are saying about it.
Public Safety
Police records show Milwaukee’s surveillance infrastructure is growing
The Milwaukee Police Department has continued to expand the number of surveillance cameras at its disposal.
Arts and Recreation
Black Birders Week brings community together at Havenwoods State Forest
Birders and nature enthusiasts of color gathered May 30 at Havenwoods State Forest for a community celebration.