MPS lead crisis; RFK Jr. pressed on prevention effort cuts
Before U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. even said a word during Tuesday's hearing, vice chair and Wisconsin Sen. Tammy Baldwin criticized Kennedy over his handling of the department.
Map: Which states have banned cell phones in schools
A growing number of states are passing laws to ban or restrict cellphone use in schools, citing concerns about student mental health, classroom distractions, and public safety.
Milwaukee lead cleanup complete at Starms Early Childhood Center
Milwaukee Public Schools announced lead cleanup efforts are complete at Starms Early Childhood Center and the building has passed inspection by the City of Milwaukee Health Department.
MPS misses financial reporting deadline; superintendent weighs in
Milwaukee Public Schools is once again at risk of losing funding as it missed a financial reporting deadline.
Landmark Credit Union, Arrowhead students partner to curb ATM skimming
Landmark Credit Union partnered with Arrowhead Union High School’s Warhawk Engineering and Manufacturing Department to develop a solution to ATM PIN privacy.
Pulaski High School rodent activity, kitchen cleared to reopen
The Milwaukee Health Department said Pulaski High School has corrected all violations after signs of rodent activity were found in the school's kitchen.
MPS again missing financial reporting deadlines, funding at risk
The money mess at Milwaukee Public Schools means the district risks losing state funds, again. And this problem could impact you, wherever you live in Wisconsin.
County Executive David Crowley issues Public Works Week proclamation
County Executive David Crowley will join high school juniors and seniors at Pulaski High School on Monday, May 19 to proclaim May 18 – 24 Public Works Week in Milwaukee, coinciding with National Public Works Week.
Wisconsin BBB scam alert; 7 scams for college students to avoid
The Wisconsin Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning college students of seven scams.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee commencement; 3,300 degrees awarded
Sunday, May 18 was commencement day for the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's spring class of 2025.
Rufus King senior attains perfect GPA, highest possible ACT score
June marks the end of high school for thousands of graduating seniors. It’ll be extra special for the family of a Rufus King High School student – their oldest will be valedictorian.
MPS financial data, school district misses another state deadline
Milwaukee Public Schools will miss another deadline to submit financial data to the state Department of Public Instruction, a spokesperson said.
Pulaski High School rodent activity; MPS, parents dealing with issue
The Milwaukee Health Department found signs of rodent activity inside Pulaski High School. Now, MPS and parents are dealing with the problem.
Pulaski High School rodent activity, food operations shut down
The Milwaukee Health Department said food operations at Pulaski High School have been shut down due to rodent activity found during a Tuesday inspection.
Mukwonago middle school receives National Project Lead The Way honor
The Mukwonago Area School District’s Park View Middle School announced that it has been recognized as a 2024-25 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School.
Why student loan delinquencies are soaring - and credit scores are dropping
Millions of student loan borrowers saw their credit scores drop by more than 100 points after student loan delinquencies began showing up on credit reports again this year.
MPS Central Office, superintendent announces new structure
MPS superintendent Brenda Cassellius laid out her vision to restructure the district's central office – which includes more job cuts.
Viral 'Chromebook challenge' prompts warnings from school districts
A middle school student in Connecticut was reportedly hospitalized after a fire started by the “Chromebook challenge."