‘I’m moving forward’: Driver’s license recovery program helps Milwaukee residents regain stability
Wisconsin Community Services helps low-income residents – including people returning from incarceration – get their licenses back after a suspension or revocation.
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Economic Development
DataWatch: Wisconsin hasn’t raised its minimum wage for 17 years. What does that mean for workers and the economy?
With its minimum wage frozen at $7.25 since 2009, Wisconsin lags most states, shrinking the buying power of the lowest-wage workers while fueling debate over economic trade-offs.
Education
The Department of Education has resumed garnishments for defaulted student loans. Here is what you need to know.
For the first time since 2020, the federal government has begun notifying defaulted borrowers their wages and tax returns could be garnished.
Health & WEllness
Ace Boxing Club damaged in fire, will remain closed for repairs
The South Side club suffered at least $6,000 in damages. Club’s leader hopes for community support to help it reopen.
Housing
Program helps Milwaukeeans obtain homeownership with interest-free loans
The Milwaukee Jewish Free Loan Association created a debt reduction loan fund specifically to serve Milwaukeeans trying to obtain homeownership.
Public Safety
Fire and Police Commission and MPD to discuss facial recognition technology policy Thursday
Milwaukee police say technology has helped solve crimes, while some worry about other ways the tool could be used.
Arts and Recreation
A ‘big blow for the city’: Milwaukee reacts to the possibility that Giannis leaves town
Many in Milwaukee have strong emotions about the basketball superstar potentially being moved by the Bucks before the NBA trade deadline.