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Housing First: Milwaukee County recognized with lowest unsheltered homeless population in America

Posted by Editor | Apr 12, 2022

Milwaukee County, the City of Milwaukee, key business leaders, and community partners gathered on April 7 at the 3rd Street Market Hall on Wisconsin Avenue to announced that Milwaukee County had been recognized by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) with the lowest unsheltered homeless population of any community per capita in the nation. Every year HUD commemorates National Fair Housing Month in April to advance equity in housing and securing equal access to housing opportunities for all. In recent years, Milwaukee County has taken a holistic approach to improving health outcomes in the community by...

Former City-owned property to be renovated by HomeWorks: Bronzeville as housing and creative space

Posted by Editor | Mar 28, 2022

Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson joined community partners in the Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District to highlight the next phase of a new development project that will offer housing and working spaces for local and visiting artists in the Harambee neighborhood.

Community Solidarity: Faith leaders come together in support of the people of Ukraine at Milwaukee rally

Posted by Editor | Mar 21, 2022

Following the example of Ukraine’s interfaith community, faith leaders in Milwaukee joined together with members of the public to show their solidarity and support for the people of Ukraine as they defend their independent nation and democracy from unprovoked Russian attacks.

Building Dreams: Local leaders join with Habitat for Humanity to begin construction of homes in Harambee

Posted by Editor | Mar 17, 2022

Milwaukee Habitat has worked to break down the barriers to homeownership for first-time buyers in need of affordable housing. Through its affordable homeownership program, Habitat homes in the neighborhood were being sold to local families in need of affordable housing.

Excellence in Wisconsin Journalism: Milwaukee Independent recognized as Finalist for 8 MPC awards

Posted by Editor | Mar 9, 2022

The Milwaukee Press Club announced the winners of its 92nd Annual Gridiron Awards for Excellence in Wisconsin Journalism, and Milwaukee Independent was selected as a finalist for 8 features. The recognition brings a total of 48 journalism honors, in competition against all major media outlets across Wisconsin. Founded in 1885, the Milwaukee Press Club is the oldest continuously operating press club in North America. As a Finalist, Milwaukee Independent has already won but the place (Gold, Silver, or Bronze) will not be announced until May at the Gridiron Awards Dinner. The 8 pending awards represent the direct work of 3...

We are all Ukrainians now: Milwaukee residents condemn Putin at peace rally against war in Ukraine

Posted by Editor | Mar 1, 2022

A large crowd of pro-Ukrainian demonstrators gathered for a peace rally by the Sunburst sculpture in downtown Milwaukee. Comprised mostly of generations of families from grandparent to grandchild, they called on the United States and governments around the world to tighten economic sanctions on Russia, and offer more military aid to Ukraine.

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Housing First: Milwaukee County recognized with lowest unsheltered homeless population in America

Former City-owned property to be renovated by HomeWorks: Bronzeville as housing and creative space

Community Solidarity: Faith leaders come together in support of the people of Ukraine at Milwaukee rally

Building Dreams: Local leaders join with Habitat for Humanity to begin construction of homes in Harambee

Excellence in Wisconsin Journalism: Milwaukee Independent recognized as Finalist for 8 MPC awards

We are all Ukrainians now: Milwaukee residents condemn Putin at peace rally against war in Ukraine

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