St. Ben’s warming center opens, offering safety for Milwaukee’s unhoused

As temperatures plummet below freezing, Milwaukee’s St. Ben’s warming center has opened its doors to provide crucial shelter for those experiencing homelessness.

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The facility, which is operated by Capuchin Community Services offers hot meals and a warm place to sleep for people struggling to survive winter’s harsh conditions.

Maurice Shehi is among those seeking refuge at the center. Despite having a new job and working hard to support himself and his children, he has fallen on difficult times and needed a place to stay…

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