Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service Archives - Page 3 of 15 - Wisconsin Watch

Three single beds with patterned quilts are next to the walls of a bedroom with wood paneling, hardwood floors, two windows, and small framed animal illustrations on a wall above the beds.

Community, Health & Welfare

‘No one does this alone’: Milwaukee seeks more foster parents and supporters

by PrincessSafiya Byers / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service February 6, 2026February 5, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A large group of people in black tuxedos stand in rows on steps outside a modern building, while one person in a tuxedo stands in front facing them with hands raised.

‘Our children need to see us fighting for them’: More Black male mentors in Milwaukee sought

by Chesnie Wardell / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service February 3, 2026February 2, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A person stands indoors smiling toward the camera, wearing a dark top and patterned skirt, with art on light blue walls, lamps, shelves, and decorative objects visible behind the person.

How ‘Miss Angela’ became Milwaukee’s spiritual triage center

by PrincessSafiya Byers / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service January 31, 2026January 30, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A person holds a sign that says "Justice for Renee Nicole Good" that has candles and American flags attached. Other people walk in the background.

Justice & Safety

Immigrant advocates urge preparation for possible ICE surge in Wisconsin

by Edgar Mendez / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service January 18, 2026January 21, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

People sit in a circle striking a large drum with padded sticks inside a room with chairs, blankets and ceremonial items displayed on the walls.

RedNationBoyz: Powwow drum circle inspires Indigenous youths in Milwaukee

by Jonathan Aguilar / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service / CatchLight Local January 16, 2026January 14, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

People wearing helmets and matching jerseys reading “SLIDERS Flat Track Racing” sit on motorcycles lined up indoors, with number plates 228, 87 and 90 visible, and other people standing behind them.

‘It’s dangerous, but it’s fun’: Program connects Milwaukee youth with motorsports and engineering

by Chesnie Wardell / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service January 15, 2026January 14, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A person places a green perforated ball onto a small wheeled robot with metal framing inside a room with blue seating and a whiteboard.

Milwaukee high school’s robotics teams help students break down barriers and build skills — and confidence

by Alex Klaus / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service January 14, 2026January 13, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A person walks along a snowy sidewalk past a yellow brick building, wearing a hooded patterned jacket and gloves, with a street sign reading "North Ave" in the background.

Health & Welfare

Winter can be dangerous for older adults and children. Here’s how to stay safe

by Devin Blake / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service January 6, 2026January 5, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Health & Welfare

‘Where you come from doesn’t define where you will go’: Former foster child becomes vice president of the Wisconsin Youth Advisory Council

by Chesnie Wardell / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service December 26, 2025December 22, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A person walks past a building with "U.S. Department of Homeland Security" above the entrance as an American flag flies on a pole in front of the building.

Community, Justice & Safety

ICE plans to leave Milwaukee School of Engineering facility

by Devin Blake / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service December 4, 2025December 4, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A person kneels on pavement spreading red sand as others walk nearby in front of a brick building.

A sacred space for healing: Event honors missing and murdered Indigenous women and relatives

by Jonathan Aguilar / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service / CatchLight Local November 28, 2025December 2, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch