Community garden: Quest to find a rice that can grow in Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE -- It's a big idea, starting with a little garden."When we first came here the first day, when they came back they were smiling.
MILWAUKEE -- It's a big idea, starting with a little garden."When we first came here the first day, when they came back they were smiling.
Students, employers who are part of MPS' "School-to-Work" program honored for their efforts
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with Milwaukee Public Schools' "School-to-Work" transition program honored over 100 students and just as many local employers on Wednesday, June 3rd.The program readies students with special needs for the world of work.Students receive not only employment skills, but also a wide variety of job opportunities at high-profile work sites across the city.Work sites include Alverno College, Columbia St.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with Milwaukee Public Schools' "School-to-Work" transition program honored over 100 students and just as many local employers on Wednesday, June 3rd.The program readies students with special needs for the world of work.Students receive not only employment skills, but also a wide variety of job opportunities at high-profile work sites across the city.Work sites include Alverno College, Columbia St.
"This is very serious:" Parents opposed to takeover proposal for MPS now collecting signatures
MILWAUKEE -- Those who oppose a plan being considered in Madison that would give the county executive authority over the lowest-performing schools in MPS (Milwaukee Public Schools) say they want to keep the momentum going during what they're calling a "week of action." The proposal would allow the county executive to appoint a commissioner for these schools, and they could be turned into private or charter schools.
MILWAUKEE -- Those who oppose a plan being considered in Madison that would give the county executive authority over the lowest-performing schools in MPS (Milwaukee Public Schools) say they want to keep the momentum going during what they're calling a "week of action." The proposal would allow the county executive to appoint a commissioner for these schools, and they could be turned into private or charter schools.
Wisconsin Badgers Rowing Team: Athletes with lots of power directed by the smallest one in the boat
MADISON -- There is an old saying in sports "you can't coach size -- you either have it, or you don't." But sometimes, brains beat out brawn.The Wisconsin Badgers Rowing Team is full of tall athletes with a lot of power, but they're directed by the smallest one in the boat."I really try to be the eyes and ears in the boat," UW Varsity Four Coxswain Kate Condon said."They really need to be a certain personality to be successful.
MADISON -- There is an old saying in sports "you can't coach size -- you either have it, or you don't." But sometimes, brains beat out brawn.The Wisconsin Badgers Rowing Team is full of tall athletes with a lot of power, but they're directed by the smallest one in the boat."I really try to be the eyes and ears in the boat," UW Varsity Four Coxswain Kate Condon said."They really need to be a certain personality to be successful.
Week of action: Students opposed to MPS takeover plan being considered in Madison walk out of class
MILWAUKEE -- Students from three middle and high schools in Milwaukee walked out of class on Monday, June 1st to protest a proposal being considered by lawmakers that would give the county executive authority over the lowest-performing schools in MPS (Milwaukee Public Schools).
MILWAUKEE -- Students from three middle and high schools in Milwaukee walked out of class on Monday, June 1st to protest a proposal being considered by lawmakers that would give the county executive authority over the lowest-performing schools in MPS (Milwaukee Public Schools).
Just announced: School of Pharmacy coming to Medical College of Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE -- The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) announced on Monday, June 1st it will open a school of pharmacy in Milwaukee to address an overall need for highly-qualified pharmacists who can provide expanded services as part of a healthcare team."The vision for our school of pharmacy is to prepare the next generation of pharmacists for the new demands on the profession," said Dr.
MILWAUKEE -- The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) announced on Monday, June 1st it will open a school of pharmacy in Milwaukee to address an overall need for highly-qualified pharmacists who can provide expanded services as part of a healthcare team."The vision for our school of pharmacy is to prepare the next generation of pharmacists for the new demands on the profession," said Dr.
Communicating with parents: Monitor your child's bus route with a new software coming to MPS
MILWAUKEE -- Tracking your kids -- the Milwaukee Public School system is trying to give parents peace of mind while making transportation routes more efficient.
MILWAUKEE -- Tracking your kids -- the Milwaukee Public School system is trying to give parents peace of mind while making transportation routes more efficient.
Facing millions in cuts, MPS School Board passes budget
MILWAUKEE -- Facing millions less in state and federal funds, the Milwaukee Public School Board has passed a more than billion dollar budget for next year that will add positions and programs.The school district faces $28 million in cuts in funding from state and federal funding.
MILWAUKEE -- Facing millions less in state and federal funds, the Milwaukee Public School Board has passed a more than billion dollar budget for next year that will add positions and programs.The school district faces $28 million in cuts in funding from state and federal funding.
Mission complete! All Wisconsin Vietnam veterans killed in combat have a photo for "Wall of Faces"
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A team of students and a their lecturer at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee working to preserve the legacy of Vietnam veterans killed in combat have completed their mission.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A team of students and a their lecturer at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee working to preserve the legacy of Vietnam veterans killed in combat have completed their mission.
Plan for reform: MPS board to vote on plan to take over of underachieving schools
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Seeking reform on their own.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Seeking reform on their own.
And then there was one: UWM students on mission to find photo of U.S. Marine Willie Bedford
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A team of students and a their lecturer at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee are working to preserve the legacy of Vietnam veterans killed in combat.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A team of students and a their lecturer at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee are working to preserve the legacy of Vietnam veterans killed in combat.
Marquette University officials working with Office of Civil Rights to investigate allegations of sexual harassment
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University is investigating allegations of sexual harassment.A Marquette University spokesman tells FOX6 News it involves two former students (one male, and one female), and as soon as it was reported to university officials, they contacted Milwaukee police.The MU spokesman says the university is cooperating with the Office of Civil Rights, which handles dozens of similar cases at universities across the country every year.The spokesman says this case does constitute a violation of Title IX (which states that no person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance), but it does not involve Marquette University athletics.Title IX complaints related to sexual harassment and sexual violence have been filed by students on other campuses in the past.Below is the full statement issued to FOX6 News by Marquette University's Director of University Communications:
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University is investigating allegations of sexual harassment.A Marquette University spokesman tells FOX6 News it involves two former students (one male, and one female), and as soon as it was reported to university officials, they contacted Milwaukee police.The MU spokesman says the university is cooperating with the Office of Civil Rights, which handles dozens of similar cases at universities across the country every year.The spokesman says this case does constitute a violation of Title IX (which states that no person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance), but it does not involve Marquette University athletics.Title IX complaints related to sexual harassment and sexual violence have been filed by students on other campuses in the past.Below is the full statement issued to FOX6 News by Marquette University's Director of University Communications:
"Why is this happening?" MU students take action after resource center director fired in fallout over mural
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University students are demanding answers.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University students are demanding answers.
Joint Finance Committee approves plan to give County Executive a say in what happens to struggling schools
MADISON/MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It was a late night at the Capitol Tuesday, May 19th as lawmakers stayed past midnight for a Joint Committee on Finance session.
MADISON/MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It was a late night at the Capitol Tuesday, May 19th as lawmakers stayed past midnight for a Joint Committee on Finance session.
"To positively impact future leaders:" Longtime donors give $5M gift to Boys & Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee (BGCGM) has announced it has received a $5 million gift from longtime donors Keith Mardak and his wife Mary Vandenberg to establish the MarVan Scholars, an extended learning day program in partnership with Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS).
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee (BGCGM) has announced it has received a $5 million gift from longtime donors Keith Mardak and his wife Mary Vandenberg to establish the MarVan Scholars, an extended learning day program in partnership with Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS).
Controversial mural removed from Marquette campus, and resource center director is out of a job
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The director of Marquette University's Gender and Sexuality Resource Center is out of a job.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The director of Marquette University's Gender and Sexuality Resource Center is out of a job.
Mural featuring FBI Most Wanted Terrorist removed at MU, sorority says proper research wasn't done
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Within hours of learning about concerns over a mural on display on the Marquette University campus, school officials had it removed.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Within hours of learning about concerns over a mural on display on the Marquette University campus, school officials had it removed.
Three names, three lives: UWM students need your help to complete important mission
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A project to preserve the legacy of Vietnam veterans killed in combat is nearly complete.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A project to preserve the legacy of Vietnam veterans killed in combat is nearly complete.
MPS chief of staff on administrative leave due to inappropriate gesture at budget hearing
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Public Schools chief of staff is on administrative leave after he made an inappropriate gesture at a budget hearing last week.A photograph was taken, showing Erbert Johnson making an inappropriate gesture with his middle finger.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Public Schools chief of staff is on administrative leave after he made an inappropriate gesture at a budget hearing last week.A photograph was taken, showing Erbert Johnson making an inappropriate gesture with his middle finger.
"We're just all excited:" Graduates look to the future as MU, UWM hold commencement ceremonies
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Graduation Day in Milwaukee!
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Graduation Day in Milwaukee!