Housing is expensive for a record half of American renters, study shows
A new Harvard analysis reveals soaring housing costs put a financial strain on millions of renters, with prices spiking during the pandemic.
Housing affordability plummeted to lowest level on record in 2023
Just a fraction of homes for sale in 2023 were affordable for the typical American
Study suggests people are leaving some U.S. neighborhoods because of flood risks
A recent study implies that flood risk and climate change are compelling people to move from their homes to places where the threat isn’t as high.
Here's where you'll get the most apartment space for $1,700 a month in rent
These southern and midwestern cities will get you the most legroom for $1,700 a month in rent.
Milwaukee fire at Cambridge Apartments; Red Cross steps in
A Sunday night fire damaged a senior citizen high rise apartment building, injuring three people and leaving dozens left without a home.
Milwaukee public housing residents; nonprofit helping renters
Since March, the nonprofit Common Ground has campaigned for reform within the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee.
Waukesha Horizon West condo demolition begins, case still in court
Demolition of Waukesha's Horizon West Condominium building began Thursday. Crews are removing sections piece by piece because of asbestos.
Tiny house project seeks to combat Milwaukee veteran homelessness
There's a new proposal to combat the crisis of veteran homelessness in Milwaukee.
Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity Harambee project, 38 lots for $1 each
The Milwaukee Common Council and Habitat for Humanity locked down a deal for a Harambee affordable housing program Tuesday, Oct. 31.
US housing market needs 1M more homes to satisfy demand
National Association of Realtors Chief Economist Lawrence Yun argued that policy changes could boost housing supply. The shortage of homes is keeping upward pressure on prices.
Housing Milwaukee County's homeless, leaders respond to growing need
Milwaukee County Housing Services said a big push is underway to get people experiencing homelessness indoors as the weather gets colder.
Milwaukee apartment complex TCE settlement, tenants find relief
Residents of Milwaukee's Community Within The Corridor apartment complex, forced to evacuate due to a chemical concern, reached a settlement.
Milwaukee affordable housing grant; Habitat, Wells Fargo partner
Building a Habitat for Humanity home in Milwaukee, the Wells Fargo Foundation announced a $100,000 grant for affordable housing in the city.
Milwaukee public housing residents; city help may be coming soon
Public housing residents in Milwaukee are one step closer to getting help from the city after they say their complaints have fallen on deaf ears.
Milwaukee homeless youth, $3M grant carries unique stipulation
Milwaukee received a federal grant to help young people experiencing homelessness. The $3 million comes with a unique stipulation to tackle the issue.
Homeowners face rising insurance rates as climate change makes wildfires, storms more common
A report released Wednesday says states such as California, Florida and Louisiana, which are prone to wildfires and damaging storms and flooding, are likely to see the most dramatic increases in premiums.
Monthly home prices hit all-time high, driving pending sales down
Monthly home prices have hit an all-time high in recent weeks, driving down pending home sales by as much as 28%.
Milwaukee's McKinley School Lofts complete; affordable housing
Gorman & Company announced on Wednesday, Sept. 13 the completion of McKinley School Lofts in Milwaukee.
Milwaukee SoHi apartments evacuated, owners 'were not aware' of some issues
Tenants at Milwaukee's SoHi apartments were evacuated after issues like broken stairs, a faulty elevator and rust led city officials to declare it unlivable. City officials said the building at 27th and Wells was built improperly.