Some residents are again dealing with flooding after torrential rain in the area. Here’s what you can do if your basement was flooded or need to report a downed tree.
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Keep your child or teen busy with these weekly activities in Milwaukee
Concerns about available activities for youths continue after last month’s ‘”teen takeovers.” Here are things your child or teen can do each week.
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What you need to know about when and how you can withhold rent
Here are some user-friendly materials for those who need to learn about rent abatement and how to do it properly.
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Milwaukee municipal service charges and water rates draw concern from residents
Milwaukee residents are questioning the increased water rates and municipal service charges after receiving their quarterly bill. Here are tips to fix the problem.
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There’s still time to get free tax help in Milwaukee. Here’s how.
The IRS’ Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program has several sites to help people file tax returns for free as the April 15 deadline nears.
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Utility disconnections resume April 15. Here’s what you need to know if you are behind on payments
Residents who are behind on their bill could be at risk of disconnection. Here are some ways you can help prevent that from happening.
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What Milwaukee residents need to know about evictions in 2026
Evictions are still rampant in Milwaukee. Here is what you need to know.
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‘Time to escape and time to survive’: Milwaukee leaders urge residents to use smoke alarms
The number of fire responses are up in the city. Smoke alarms are vital for surviving fires, say local leaders.
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As more Milwaukee grocery stores close, community-led efforts to find solutions grow
Local grassroots organizations like Metcalfe Community Bridges, the African American Roundtable and Hunger Task Force have stepped in to address threats to food access.
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Months after historic flood, many in Milwaukee are still recovering
Last year, torrential rains caused flooding that impacted thousands of homes across the city. Now, a collaboration of groups is working on a long-term recovery plan.