School phone bans have little impact on academics or behavior, new study finds
The largest study to date on school cell phone bans is showing mixed outcomes. Here's what the researchers found.
The largest study to date on school cell phone bans is showing mixed outcomes. Here's what the researchers found.
Milwaukee teacher in the running for 'America's Favorite Teacher'
A Milwaukee educator is in the running to become "America’s Favorite Teacher" and needs community support to earn the title.
A Milwaukee educator is in the running to become "America’s Favorite Teacher" and needs community support to earn the title.
Transgender policy at elite women’s college spurs Education Dept. investigation
An all-women’s college in Massachusetts is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education for admitting transgender women.
An all-women’s college in Massachusetts is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education for admitting transgender women.
Best cities for new college grads in 2026, based on payroll data
As the class of 2026 prepares to enter the workforce, these are the best cities for new college grads, according to recent payroll data.
As the class of 2026 prepares to enter the workforce, these are the best cities for new college grads, according to recent payroll data.
National Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 deals and discounts
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.
2026 commencement speeches: See which celebrities are taking the stage
A range of high-profile figures from entertainment, politics and the arts are set to headline college commencement ceremonies across the country in 2026.
A range of high-profile figures from entertainment, politics and the arts are set to headline college commencement ceremonies across the country in 2026.
Milwaukee school board reelects Missy Zombor as president
The Milwaukee Board of School Directors unanimously reelected Missy Zombor to a second term as president and elected James Ferguson as vice president.
The Milwaukee Board of School Directors unanimously reelected Missy Zombor to a second term as president and elected James Ferguson as vice president.
Alverno College, MPS launch direct admit application; open until June 1
Alverno College and Milwaukee Public Schools announced on Wednesday a new direct admissions process that allows MPS high school juniors to apply to Alverno College in less than 10 minutes and at no cost.
Alverno College and Milwaukee Public Schools announced on Wednesday a new direct admissions process that allows MPS high school juniors to apply to Alverno College in less than 10 minutes and at no cost.
MPS students competing in 3D print shoe design competition
Milwaukee Public Schools students are getting creative with their kicks. Kids are competing in a 3D Shoe Printing Contest, sponsored by the AntetokounBros Deer District Store.
Milwaukee Public Schools students are getting creative with their kicks. Kids are competing in a 3D Shoe Printing Contest, sponsored by the AntetokounBros Deer District Store.
Teacher pay raises; Milwaukee Public Schools board approves increases
The Milwaukee Board of School Directors approved a 2.63% wage increase for MTEA employees, with raises in July and January, as MPS leaders say they are balancing pay with budget stability.
The Milwaukee Board of School Directors approved a 2.63% wage increase for MTEA employees, with raises in July and January, as MPS leaders say they are balancing pay with budget stability.
These are the best entry-level jobs in 2026, data suggests
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
College grads enter tough hiring market: Some tips to help with the job hunt
As graduates enter a challenging job market marked by rising unemployment and experience gaps, experts suggest building resilience and leveraging AI tools to help navigate the transition into the real world.
As graduates enter a challenging job market marked by rising unemployment and experience gaps, experts suggest building resilience and leveraging AI tools to help navigate the transition into the real world.
American Library Association’s challenged books list: The 11 titles targeted the most in 2025 for removal
A new ranking by the American Library Association (ALA) lists the 11 books that people or activists tried to have removed from or restricted in libraries, schools, or universities last year. The list also reflects a dramatic change in who is making the requests for books to be pulled from the shelves.
A new ranking by the American Library Association (ALA) lists the 11 books that people or activists tried to have removed from or restricted in libraries, schools, or universities last year. The list also reflects a dramatic change in who is making the requests for books to be pulled from the shelves.
Milwaukee Public Schools sustainability action plan revealed
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) celebrated Earth Day on Wednesday, April 22, by showcasing the district’s new Sustainability Action Plan: A Roadmap for Healthy and Sustainable Schools.
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) celebrated Earth Day on Wednesday, April 22, by showcasing the district’s new Sustainability Action Plan: A Roadmap for Healthy and Sustainable Schools.
Milwaukee Public Schools sustainability action plan revealed
MPS celebrated Earth Day, showcasing the district’s new "Sustainability Action Plan: A Roadmap for Healthy and Sustainable Schools" at Morse Middle School.
MPS celebrated Earth Day, showcasing the district’s new "Sustainability Action Plan: A Roadmap for Healthy and Sustainable Schools" at Morse Middle School.
BCDI Ride Into Literacy Gala coming up in Milwaukee
Wanda Montgomery and Keesha Jones-Sutton joined FOX6 WakeUp News to discuss the Black Child Development Institute's Ride Into Literacy gala.
Wanda Montgomery and Keesha Jones-Sutton joined FOX6 WakeUp News to discuss the Black Child Development Institute's Ride Into Literacy gala.
Teacher pay raises; Milwaukee Public Schools, teachers union deadlocked
MTEA and MPS are deadlocked over the timing of a 2.63% raise, with the union demanding a July start and the district proposing January 2027.
MTEA and MPS are deadlocked over the timing of a 2.63% raise, with the union demanding a July start and the district proposing January 2027.
Teacher pay raises; Milwaukee Public Schools, teachers union deadlocked
There is a fight over your tax money, and how much of it will go to Milwaukee teachers – and that fight heated up on Monday, April 20.
There is a fight over your tax money, and how much of it will go to Milwaukee teachers – and that fight heated up on Monday, April 20.
30,000 student loan borrowers expected to receive discharges as the final deadline passes
The Department of Education missed a critical deadline, a move that legally requires the federal agency to discharge student loans for thousands of borrowers.
The Department of Education missed a critical deadline, a move that legally requires the federal agency to discharge student loans for thousands of borrowers.
Lawmakers push to remove Trump's student loan forgiveness rule
Lawmakers are looking to overturn one of the Trump administration's changes to a student loan forgiveness program.
Lawmakers are looking to overturn one of the Trump administration's changes to a student loan forgiveness program.