Community policing plan moves closer to finish line
Members of the Community Collaborative Commission say Milwaukee’s community-oriented policing plan is in its final stages. The plan establishes expectations for how police should engage with residents and the community.
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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
Health groups continue to step in following City on a Hill closure
Health Connections Inc. and the MKE Black Grassroots Network for Health Equity have been hosting community meetings and conversations to help residents access resources and avoid future crises.
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
Yard signs put faces to Milwaukee gun violence
A drive-through memorial along Sherman Boulevard honored people killed by gun violence and the families left behind. Organizers said the display was meant to inspire healing and encourage continued investment.
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.