Housing

Milwaukee housing discrimination grants awarded, nearly $1M

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced grants awarded to the Metropolitan Milwaukee Fair Housing Council.

September 4

White House outlines plan to build, restore more than 2M affordable homes

White House officials are outlining plans to build and restore more than 2 million homes.

September 1

Number of tenants behind on rent doubled during COVID-19 pandemic

The number of indebted renters has fallen in recent months but still remains high compared to pre-pandemic levels as states work to ease the financial burden.

July 17

Milwaukee forgivable grant program available to residents

City of Milwaukee residents are now able to apply for forgivable grants when purchasing a home within city limits.

June 17

Milwaukee rat problem: Westlawn Gardens residents want city action

Milwaukee Westlawn Gardens residents say they have seen dozens of rats. The Housing Authority of the City Milwaukee said it has a process in place.

June 3

Milwaukee VA housing, Civil War buildings restored

The Milwaukee Soldiers Home was established after the Civil War, making it one of Wisconsin's most historic sites. After a decade of rehabilitation, it will again house dozens of the nation's heroes.

May 27

Milwaukee community housing tax trouble; residence may shutter

A Milwaukee housing advocate is hoping to straighten out a situation with the city. A property purchased to house those in-need turned out to have $56,000 in unpaid taxes and multiple code violations.

May 26