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.
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Economic Development
Burnham Park food truck owners worry earlier closing time will hurt business
A new policy that cuts hours of operation for food trucks downtown and near Burnham Park starting May 9 continues to draw controversy.
Education
Some schools made the ACT optional. But its scores might be more important for college than you think.
Here’s what you need to know to set yourself or your student up for success, including when to start preparing and where to find resources.
Health & WEllness
New billboards raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl
Three new billboards on the South Side remind residents that one pill can kill.
Housing
Project Clean & Green is helping get rid of flood-damaged and other unwanted items
Unwanted items are being collected from residential properties until June 1. Learn when they’ll be picking up trash in your neighborhood.
Public Safety
Updated resources for free gun locks in Milwaukee
There are many places in the city that provide free gun locks. Gun locks are a vital tool in preventing firearm-related deaths and injuries.
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.