United Way hosts Project Homeless Connect in Waukesha; offers laptops, support
United Way’s Project Homeless Connect connected people in Waukesha with vital services, from health care to legal aid on Tuesday, Oct. 21.
Milwaukee leaders address need for emergency shelters, volunteers
City of Milwaukee officials on Monday, Aug. 25 held a news conference to address the need for emergency shelters as well as trained volunteers to staff them.
Milwaukee pastor opens shelter for homeless
Bridging a gap and helping those in need of shelter, a Milwaukee church is opening up its doors for the homeless each Sunday this winter.
Homelessness sees nationwide increase, Wisconsin county shows different trend
Whether staying in a shelter or struggling on the street, homelessness remains one of the country's biggest issues.
Milwaukee warming sites see surge amid cold weather
Warming centers in Milwaukee are filled to capacity and outreach programs say there are more people than ever without a place to get warm.
Milwaukee warming shelters open; preparation for influx of people
Many emergency warming shelters opened their doors on Monday, Nov. 25 across Milwaukee.
Milwaukee homeless shelter serves vacate notice to nearby encampment
A Milwaukee homeless shelter recently served a notice to vacate homeless people living in an encampment, but the shelter is now backpedaling on some of the terms.
Milwaukee County homelessness; new building to provide housing, help
Milwaukee County officials shared a new investment on Thursday, June 13, aimed to help southeastern Wisconsinites.
Waukesha homeless population; camps popping up
A Waukesha man said he wants his new neighbor to leave. The tenant is staying in a tent near his house.
Helping Milwaukee homeless; shower truck provides dignity on wheels
Hopping in the shower is a daily routine that many do not think twice about. But for some, this luxury can make a world of difference.
New Milwaukee homeless outreach movement seeks to build hope
Friends Without Shelter, a new movement, is focused on helping people experiencing homelessness in Milwaukee.
At risk of homelessness? Waukesha event helps those in need
Waukesha hosted an event on Thursday, Oct. 26 designed as a helping hand for people at risk of experiencing homelessness.
Milwaukee County homelessness at park-and-ride lots addressed
Milwaukee police, elected officials and county housing employees are set to hold a meeting to discuss the issue of homelessness.
Most rental assistance has still not gone out, feds report
The latest data shows that the pace of distribution increased in July over June and that nearly a million households have been helped.