Disaster relief organizers push for changes in Milwaukee’s flood response
Organizers from the Flood Hope 500 initiative say more support for residents is needed from the City of Milwaukee from recurring floods
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Economic Development
Rooted & Rising previews Washington Park Quality of Life Plan and reveals Lisbon charette designs
Rooted & Rising and Athena Communications are working with Washington Park residents and community partners to develop and implement the neighborhood’s quality of life goals.
Education
Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service’s PrincessSafiya Byers selected for O’Brien Fellowship in Public Service Journalism
Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service Reporter PrincessSafiya Byers has been selected for the prestigious O’Brien Fellowship in Public Service Journalism at Marquette University.
Health & WEllness
Peeling back barriers: Milwaukee fruit artist brings a fresh approach to healthy eating
Imani Raiyne, founder of Kreative Fruitz, uses her art to make healthy eating more accessible and engaging across the city.
Housing
Milwaukee’s housing crisis leaves younger adults and families struggling to find stability
With housing instability on the rise among younger adults in Milwaukee, leaders and organizations came together at Wellpoint Care Network to address the crisis and come up with possible solutions for younger adults who see no future for homeownership.
Public Safety
New school resource officer policy on hold as MPS seeks more community feedback
Some are pushing back against the proposed School Resource Officer Program policy, saying more deserve the chance to review it before it goes for a full school board vote.
Arts and Recreation
Beats & Baile brings movement, music and Milwaukee together
Beats & Baile: A Salsa Social, hosted by Latino Arts at the United Community Center, brought Milwaukee residents together for beginner-friendly and bilingual dance instructions.