"It is affecting our life:" UWM students, faculty protest Pres. Trump's executive order on immigration

MILWAUKEE -- UW-Milwaukee students and faculty members joined dozens at universities across the country in protest Thursday, February 9th.A crowd turned out in Spaights Plaza on the UWM campus, calling themselves "Academics United."It was a protest against President Donald Trump's executive order on immigration.Those with a number of student organizations said they feel the travel restrictions are directly affecting their education.

Marquette Golden Eagles fall to No. 22 Butler 68-65

MILWAUKEE — Andrew Chrabascz scored 13 of his 21 points in the second half, Avery Woodson scored 17 points in his first start in more than three weeks and No. 22 Butler held off Marquette for a 68-65 victory Tuesday night, February 7th.The Bulldogs (19-5, 8-4 Big East) snapped a two-game losing streak after tweaking their starting lineup, with regulars Tyler Lewis and Kelan Martin coming off the bench.

Reading with the Golden Eagles: MU basketball players read to kids, "to show them the importance of school"

MILWAUKEE -- They're looking to be great on the court, but the Marquette University men's basketball tam is also trying to prove that they can be great in the classroom, and that includes being great role models for some young Milwaukee students.

Conversation about Milwaukee 53206 documentary kicks off Marquette University's "Mission Week"

MILWAUKEE -- As a part of Marquette University's annual Mission Week, members of the community are taking a look at racial injustice in Milwaukee.Events on Monday, February 6th revolved around the film Milwaukee 53206, a documentary about one of the most incarcerated ZIP codes in the nation.On Monday night, the movie will be screened and end with dinner and conversation.The conversation began Monday afternoon with a discussion about what it took to make the film in the first place.

UW student abandons effort to create pro-white group after intense backlash

MADISON — A University of Wisconsin student trying to form a pro-white group has abandoned his efforts after intense backlash from other students and university officials.American Freedom Party National Chairman William Johnson confirmed Monday, February 6th that Daniel Dropik is no longer forming a Madison chapter after an Associated Press reporter noticed the group's website had been made private.

Hundreds of MPS students see history come to life by viewing "Hidden Figures"

BROOKFIELD -- Hundreds of 6th and 7th grade students from Milwaukee Public Schools traded in their desks on Wednesday, February 1st for a seat at the movies.

Marshall High School receives $25K grant from State Farm to create "engineering makerspace"

MILWAUKEE -- Marshall High School received a $25,000 grant from State Farm.The grant, presented Tuesday, January 31st was part of "State Farm Neighborhood Assist," a program that empowers communities to identify issues in their neighborhoods.Marshall High School was one of the top 40 causes from across the country voted to win this grant.School officials said the money will be used to create an engineering makerspace, complete with 3D printers and scanners."Engineering makerspace.

'Modern Family' co-creator picked for Wisconsin commencement

MADISON — Phil Dunphy from "Modern Family" can't understand why the University of Wisconsin would invite a guy named Steven Levitan to deliver its spring commencement address.Levitan explains in a video released by UW-Madison that he was picked because he is a 1984 graduate who went on to help create the hit TV show "Modern Family." Levitan tells a bewildered Dunphy that he, in fact, is just a character on the show and not real.

UW-Madison student convicted in racial arsons starting pro-white group

MADISON — A student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison charged with arsons at two predominantly black churches years ago is recruiting on campus for a local chapter of a national pro-white party.The 33-year-old Daniel Dropik said Thursday he is starting a Madison chapter of the American Freedom Party, though has not yet registered the group as an official student organization.Students are planning a Tuesday march protesting Dropik's efforts.

"There's no excuse:" Woman says son with Down syndrome punched by teacher's aide at MPS school

MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee Public Schools employee is accused of hitting a student with special needs, and police are investigating.FOX6 News was told the incident happened on January 6th, but the student's mother said she was told about it on January 24th.Police said they're investigating an aggravated battery involving a 62-year-old woman and the 18-year-old student.