300 MPS students return to the classroom; leaders call it 'a good day'

Three-hundred Milwaukee Public Schools students headed back into the classroom Monday, Feb. 8 -- only a small fraction of students in the district.

300 MPS students return to in-person learning on Monday

Around 300 Milwaukee Public Schools' students will soon head back to class Monday, Feb. 8 -- for the first time since March. 

Evers appoints investor to UW regents board

John Miller will replace Jose Delgado, who died of a stroke last month at age 74. Miller will serve out the rest of Delgado’s term, which expires in May.

Know a 'Grand Slam Teacher?' Brewers want to hear about them

With frontline workers invited to the Super Bowl, the Milwaukee Brewers are also getting in on the action, with plans to highlight teachers who go above and beyond when it comes to helping students learn during the coronavirus pandemic.

Franklin High School students help build home: 'Opened your eyes'

From the dirt and gravel to the framework and beyond, 13 Franklin High School students helped build a home from the ground up.

Student nurses earn tuition credit giving COVID-19 vaccine

After tuition incentives were given to UW nursing and pharmacy students who aided in care facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic, more money is being offered to those who help people score a shot at immunity.

UW-Madison expert debunks COVID-19 vaccine myths

Professor Ajay Sethi with the UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health wants to clear up some misconceptions regarding the COVID-19 vaccine.

MCTS announces winners of 1st Rosa Parks Tribute Scholarship

High school seniors in Milwaukee County who will attend a trade school, college or university were invited to submit a short essay, inspired by Parks' famous quote: "Each person must live their life as a model for others."

Democrats urge Biden to cancel up to $50k in student loan debt by executive action

The resolution called on President Biden to take executive action to "administratively cancel up to $50,000 in Federal student loan debt for Federal student loan borrowers" using "existing legal authorities" under the Higher Education Act of 1965.

City of San Francisco sues its own school district to force classrooms to open

San Francisco becomes the first in the state — and possibly the entire country — to sue its own school district to force classroom doors open.

WI's school safety reporting system quickly hits 'over 1K contacts'

The SPEAK UP, SPEAK OUT (SUSO) Resource Center a free, 24/7, one-stop place to report a school safety concern -- including mental health.

Catholic Schools Week celebrations modified amid pandemic

Normally, Catholic Schools Week events would be packed with pupils from other north shore Catholic schools. This year, it's being streamed virtually.

Teachers suspended after lesson asks: How to punish a slave?

Administrators at a Wisconsin middle school said Monday they have suspended teachers who were involved in an activity for sixth graders that included a question about how the students would punish slaves.

Black History Month kicks off with inspiring campaign in SE WI
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People of all ages, races, and economic backgrounds came together in the summer of 2020 to support the Black Lives Matter movement -- and demand change within Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS). Months later, voices are still speaking up and embracing diversity.

Black History Month kicks off with inspiring campaign in SE WI

As the nation kicks off Black History Month, there is a campaign taking place that is inspiring many in southeast Wisconsin.

St. John’s holds off Marquette 75-73

Justin Champagnie scored 22 points and Posh Alexander added 15 with six steals as St. John's held off Marquette 75-73 on Sunday.

GiGi’s Playhouse offers virtual programs for those with special needs
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While the doors to some area physical therapy providers for those with special needs remain closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, the virtual world has opened up to fill the urgent void.