Federal shutdown threatens Sheboygan Head Start program, others statewide

A federal government shutdown now stretching into 30 days is putting early childhood education programs at risk in Wisconsin, including Head Start in Sheboygan County.

Milwaukee school board approves $1.6B budget; homeowners to see tax bump

The Milwaukee Board of School Directors approved a $1.6B budget, raising the tax levy nearly 3%, and while homeowners will pay more, parents support the added school funding.

Marquette grad youngest Bar Association prez
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A Milwaukee attorney said the American dream has become his reality. The 31-year-old Nigerian immigrant is the youngest president of the Milwaukee Bar Association.

Board votes to fire 'Rainbowland' teacher
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The School District of Waukesha board voted unanimously Wednesday to fire the teacher involved in the "Rainbowland" song controversy.

Arrowhead 'safe spaces' ban approved
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The Arrowhead Union School District board approved a policy Wednesday night that would ban "safe space" signs in school ? a divisive topic in Hartland.

Records: Ex-MPS principal in gun cover-up had prior discipline

Newly released records reveal a history of discipline involving a former Milwaukee Public Schools principal who was criminally charged last year after a student brought a gun to school.

Marquette poll: Wisconsin voters unfamiliar with governor candidates

A new Marquette Law poll found most Wisconsin voters have not yet decided who they'll vote for in next summer's governor race primary.

MPS budget: School board approves superintendent's $1.6B plan

The Milwaukee Board of School Directors on Tuesday unanimously approved the MPS superintendent's $1.6 billion proposed final budget for 2025-26.

Wisconsin State Assembly questions DPI on grooming investigations

Lawmakers question what Wisconsin is doing to protect kids from grooming. An Assembly committee wanted to question the state’s top elected education leader, but it didn’t happen.

Kenosha County parents want answers after student charges, school threat

Between a possible school threat and a student accused of child pornography returning to class, parents at a Kenosha County high school say Thursday was a day of chaos.

DPI questioned on grooming investigations
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Lawmakers question what Wisconsin is doing to protect kids from grooming. An Assembly committee wanted to question the state?s top elected education leader, but it didn?t happen.

Universities of Wisconsin enrollment up for third straight year

Universities of Wisconsin overall enrollment increased for the third straight year, led by a record increase in new Wisconsin-resident freshmen.

Jane Goodall cause of death revealed: Report

Jane Goodall, iconic primatologist and conservationist, died at 91. Her cause of death was revealed Monday.

Canvas website down for several hours Monday for students after AWS outage

Many college and K-12 students were unable to access assignments or course materials Monday morning as the learning management platform Canvas reported widespread connectivity issues caused by an Amazon Web Services outage.

Learning about creepy critters
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Bats, snakes, spiders, you name it - there are a lot of scary animals out there. But it turns out - most of them are just misunderstood. Cassie Rincon joined FOX6 WakeUp live from the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center where today you can learn all about those creepy critters.

Learning more about Halloween animals
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Many of our favorite Halloween movies feature some pretty scary creatures, although in real life they may not be all that bad. AJ Grill joined FOX6 WakeUp live from the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center where you can learn about some creepy crawlies today.