Marquette professor discusses history of presidential speeches | Inauguration Day 2021
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Marquette University Political Science Professor Karen Hoffman joined FOX6 News at 4 on Inauguration Day 2021 to discuss presidential speeches and inaugurations through history.

COVID-19 pandemic prompts SAT to remove optional essay, subject tests

The College Board said Tuesday it will eliminate the optional essay from the SAT and do away with subject tests amid a changing college admissions landscape.

Donation helps All-In Milwaukee offer resource for students
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All-In Milwaukee is a coalition of community partners dedicated to helping limited-income and high-potential students. There are more than 100 limited-income students of color in the program right now attending schools like Marquette and UW-Madison. 

Donation helps All-In Milwaukee offer resource for students

All-In Milwaukee is a coalition of community partners dedicated to helping limited-income and high-potential students.

MPS students reflect on COVID challenges during virtual MLK event
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The coronavirus pandemic didn't stop Milwaukee Public Schools from honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy. This year though, the event was virtual.

MPS students reflect on COVID challenges during virtual MLK event

The coronavirus pandemic didn't stop Milwaukee Public Schools from honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy. This year though, the event was virtual.

Kemp proposes school supplement money for teachers, employees

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and state education officials announced plans to send every Georgia school district one-time $1000 supplements per teacher and school staff member during the COVID-19 pandemic.

New public art installation comes to Cathedral Square Park

New creatures are now inhabiting Milwaukee's Cathedral Square Park as the Massimals MKE installation was unveiled Wednesday, Jan.13.

MPS nurses, therapists to receive COVID-19 vaccine

Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) staff are among those next in line to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

Wisconsin state superintendent candidate to stay on ballot

The elections commission considered whether the candidate violated a state law that prohibits candidates from using abbreviations or titles at the top of their nomination papers.

'Tired' of virtual learning, South Milwaukee students protest

South Milwaukee students and parents hit the pavement to protest virtual learning and signal to leadership they want to get back into the classroom.

Wisconsin budget proposal includes opportunity for 4K kindergarten
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With a decline in 4K and 5K enrollment, a proposal from the Department of Public Instruction aims to meet the funding needs of schools while helping children achieve quality developmental experiences at an early age.

Wisconsin budget proposal includes opportunity for 4K kindergarten

The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction's request is part of the ask of nearly $850 million in new general aid to schools in the 2021-23 biennial budget.

Wisconsin COVID-19 relief bill about more than money

The bill would make $100 million available to help fight COVID-19. However, many of the 44 provisions in the bill have nothing to do with money.

Biden plans to extend student loan payment pause ‘on day one,’ supports forgiving $10K in debt

President-elect Joe Biden’s transition team said he plans to extend a suspension of student loan payments due to financial hardships posed by the COVID-19 pandemic on “day one,” and he also favors forgiving $10,000 in student loan debt.

Mental health awareness integrated in Milwaukee classrooms
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This has been a tough year for students. There is so much stress both in and out of the classroom. However, some students are finding their best relief -- is inside their school.

UW Health: Donate convalescent plasma for COVID-19 treatment

UW Health announced that there remains a critical need for convalescent plasma donations to help patients currently hospitalized with COVID-19.

UWM Alumni House sold for $1.8M, to be used as private residence

The UW System Board of Regents announced that a former private residence, recently known as the UWM Alumni House, has been sold for $1.8 million.

Carroll nursing professor dies from COVID-19 complications

When Carroll University students return to campus on Jan. 18, the beloved instructor will not be joining them.