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Author Archives: Julius Shieh / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service

Julius Shieh is the health reporter for Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service. He was an intern for Wisconsin Watch through the Scripps Howard Fund, reporting with the Northeast Wisconsin News Lab collaboration. He previously was an intern and freelancer based out of Austin, Texas, working with KUT/KUTX Austin, The Texas Tribune and KTBC-7 Austin. He holds a BA in English and history from the University of Texas at Austin, where he reported for three years and served as photo editor at The Daily Texan, UT Austin’s student newspaper.

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Posted inHealth & Welfare

Lead poisoning is a serious health threat: Here are 5 things to know

Avatar photo by Julius Shieh / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service January 29th, 2025January 28th, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

The topic of lead poisoning is back in the news in Milwaukee after officials confirmed a student at a school was exposed to chipping lead paint in a bathroom in the school’s basement.

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Posted inGovernment, Justice & Safety

A new Trump presidency raises questions for immigrants. Here’s what we know.

Avatar photo by Devin Blake / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service and Julius Shieh / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service January 16th, 2025January 16th, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Members of Milwaukee’s immigrant community are bracing for the next four years. Here are answers to five key immigration-related questions.

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