Milwaukee is about to become the latest destination for one of the world’s most exclusive and enchanting events. Diner en Blanc, a global phenomenon known for its elegance, mystery, and unforgettable atmosphere, will make its debut in the city on Saturday, August 30, 2025. This iconic soirée promises a night like no other, where guests […]
MPD Pushes for More Facial Recognition Technology as a Federal Report Shows Persistent Bias
By Devin Blake This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Visit milwaukeenns.org. As the Milwaukee Police Department moves to expand its use of facial recognition technology, a June report from the federal government finds this technology continues to disproportionately […]
Lawmakers Seek to Expand Alternatives to Incarceration for People with Mental Illness
By Devin Blake This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Visit milwaukeenns.org. As Wisconsin’s prison population climbs toward pre-pandemic levels, Senate Bill 153 seeks to expand alternatives to incarceration. Wisconsin’s Treatment Alternatives and Diversion program was established in 2005 […]
Wisconsin Proposal to Require Simple Explanations of Ballot Questions Needs Work, Critics Say
The bill has broad support, but some worry that a lack of standards and a risk of partisanship could undermine its impact. By Alexander Shur Votebeat This story was produced and originally published by Wisconsin Watch, a nonprofit, nonpartisan newsroom. It was made possible by donors like you. Wisconsin Republicans want to require that all […]
Versiti on King Hosts First KidneyCARE for Community Day
Versiti Organ and Tissue, in partnership with the National Kidney Foundation and the Cream City Chapter of the Links, Inc., hosted the first ever KidneyCARE for Community Day on Thursday, June 12 starting at 3 p.m. at ThriveOn King. KidneyCARE for Community Day is meant to address chronic kidney disease on a local level by […]
MPS Students Excel at SkillsUSA Competition
By Karen Stokes Five Milwaukee Public School students from Barack Obama School of Career and Technical Education (BOSCTE) recently competed in the SkillsUSA competition, showcasing their talent, professionalism, and dedication across various career and technical disciplines. The 52nd annual event featured more than 1,750 middle, high school, and college/post-secondary students participating in over 75 skilled […]
Milwaukee County to Create Wealth-Building Strategies for Local Residents
Blueprint Crafted Through Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund Will Prioritize Narrowing the Wealth Gap (MILWAUKEE) —On June 2nd, the Milwaukee County Office of Equity and the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE Fund) announced it has been selected to participate in the CityStart initiative. The initiative works closely with local leaders to develop and implement […]
How Cuts to AmeriCorps are Affecting Milwaukee Youth Programs
By PrincessSafiya Byers This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Visit milwaukeenns.org. Schools, shelters and other youth-serving agencies are feeling the pain from AmeriCorps funding cuts, but Milwaukeeans are determined to continue serving young residents. Several programs impacted by […]
Vendor failure means Wisconsin prisoners can’t buy food or other items
The conglomerate that enables deposits and purchases also runs a prison phone system that has left families disconnected. By Addie Costello Wisconsin Watch and WPR This story was produced and originally published by WPR and Wisconsin Watch. The online system Wisconsin prisoners rely on to receive money from loved ones recently crashed, leaving them unable […]
UW–Oshkosh Renames Multicultural Center to Honor Dr. Dorian Boyland
By Karen Stokes On Saturday, the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh officially renamed its Multicultural Education Center (MEC) in honor of Dr. Dorian Boyland, a 1976 graduate. Dr. Boyland University Hall at the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh is one of the few buildings on college campuses in Wisconsin named in honor of African Americans. Some others include the […]