Uniquely Milwaukee

University of Wisconsin’s School of Architecture and Urban Planning partnered with Near West Side to host the first stop of the national tour: Evicted. The free exhibit will be held at the Mobile Design Box till Sept. 30th.

The Craft for a Greater Good Project is a collaboration between Home GR/OWN, The Milwaukee Art Museum Teen Internship program, The Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design and attendees from the Furniture Society. Their mission is to create benches that will be installed at Victory Over Violence Park in hopes to represent the lives lost and inspire generations to come. Salam Fatayer reports on the im...

Earlier in June, Pridefest Milwaukee kicked off its celebration in Milwaukee with an impressive display of fireworks. But what most people don't know is that Milwaukee was the first LGBTQ pride event to feature fireworks in the county in 1995. 88Nine's Salam Fatayer goes behind the scenes and meets the women carrying on her father's tradition at Pridefest 25 years later.

For the fifth straight year, United Ethnic Festivals are teaming up with Hunger Task Force to collect food at the gates of evert major lakefront festival this summer. Learn about the Fests Feed MKE partnership.

Juneteenth is one of Milwaukee's largest outdoor summer parties It draws a huge crowd every year for food, music and a historical celebration of culture. 88Nine's Salam Fatayer asked attendees what the day means to them.

Although Ramadan is over, the lessons one can learn from participating in this month shouldn’t be. In order to understand what one can gain from this month, what exactly is Ramadan? 88Nine's Salam Fatayer looks back on the Holy Month.

She has dedicated her career to the Milwaukee LGBT community, particularly trans women. Meet this year's PrideFest individual of the year, Elle Halo.

Speaking at the Pridefest opening ceremony -- surrounded by state and city leaders -- Sheboygan Lutheran High School valedictorian Nat Werth finally got to deliver a speech he earned. Listen to his complete acceptance speech after receiving the Pridefest Valor Award.

88Nine's Nate Imig spoke with WI Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes on the grounds at the 2019 MIlwaukee Pridefest.

Erick Torres-Gonzalez just graduated from Ronald Reagan High School and will be heading to Harvard University next year. Hear what he has to say about public education and his experience with Milwaukee Public Schools.

Samari Price, graduate of John Marshall High School was named "Senior of the Year" at ceremony at Washington High School last week. She plans to study criminal justice and business management at Marquette University with her sights set on law school.

He makes a mean spring roll, and now he is giving back to his community every week -- with math. Learn how a Milwaukee entrepreneur is combing his love for healthy cooking with a series of free tutoring sessions for neighborhood kids.

The Milwaukee Bucks put together an extraordinary inaugural season at Fiserv Forum. The team posted its best record in almost 40 years and made the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2001. The thrilling playoff run united communities from all over the city and inspired a new generation of fans.   One of

There's no way to describe, to fully capture, the feeling of post traumatic stress disorder unless you have experienced it. And even if you live with it, explaining the experience in your own words can be immensely difficult. But a group of Milwaukee veterans are tapping into their creativity and confronting their PTSD -- using theater. L

Follow two Milwaukee women who recently traveled to Dilley, TX to counsel women seeking asylum in the United States. Hear how their week of service impacted them emotionally.

Living with Parkinson's Disease doesn't necessarily mean leaving the workforce. Learn about a Milwaukee area support group sponsored by the Wisconsin Parkinson Association connecting working professionals.

Venice Williams, executive director of Alice's Garden, shares a few pro tips on how to make the most of Milwaukee's short gardening season. Listen to her interview, and check out our in-depth article here: https://radiomilwaukee.org/story/community-stories/what-works-and-what-doesnt-in-milwaukees-short-gardening-season/

Milwaukee author Jenna Kashou has a new book. She stopped by 88Nine to talk about "100 Things To Do in Milwaukee Before You Die, 2nd Edition."

In this two part story, 88Nine speaks with two Milwaukee women -- one attorney and one interpreter -- who recently traveled to Dilley, TX as part of the CARA Pro Bono Project. They counseled undocumented refugee women to prepare for their initial "credible fear" interviews with immigration officials.

She survived two years of forced prostitution, starting at age 15. Since then, she has spent her life combating the epidemic of human trafficking across the country, sharing her own experience and helping others take action. Listen to our extended interview.

Nyesha Stone, the founder of Carvd N Stone Inc., is collecting books written by authors of color to donate to Milwaukee Public School students. Learn more about what inspired this book drive and how to donate in this community story.

Three cities, two counties, three rising artists -- 88Nine's video team followed Milwaukee artist Zed Kenzo as she closed out the "Midwest Music Exchange" at Company Brewing in Milwaukee. Hear how a unique international partnership showcased three rising artists making a splash in their own cities...and beyond! Be sure to watch our video here:https://youtu.be/koIfswKatc0

The highest office in MPS is turning to students for input. Hear how the Superintendent Youth Advisory council is making positive change in MPS.

Mercado Magic is a space for the South Side's minority-owned businesses

This community engagement-based research project explores how art and discussion can support healthy lifestyles for young men of color who have a Spinal Cord Injury as a result of gun violence. The project gathered five individuals for weekly programming consisting of open discussions and physical and arts activities.