Lawyers for president of UWM TKE frat: There was no date rape, no drugging; UWM police to blame
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A UW-Milwaukee fraternity got into big trouble last year after allegations surfaced that some of its members might have been slipping date rape drugs into drinks at house parties.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A UW-Milwaukee fraternity got into big trouble last year after allegations surfaced that some of its members might have been slipping date rape drugs into drinks at house parties.
University of Notre Dame's Daniel Myers named Marquette University's next provost
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Dr.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Dr.
Milwaukee Bucks to host open practice on the Marquette campus
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Bucks are returning from the All-Star break this week after getting off to one of their best starts in recent years.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Bucks are returning from the All-Star break this week after getting off to one of their best starts in recent years.
Case of bacterial meningitis in student tied to Marquette University
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The City of Milwaukee Health Department has received a report of a case of bacterial meningitis (meningococcal disease) in a student affiliated with Marquette University, and is working closely with the Marquette University Medical Clinic to begin appropriate communication and follow-up with close contacts.It's a Friday night on the Marquette campus, students, not getting the email they were expecting -- a health warning sent out campus wide.Marquette University says, as a student has tested positive for Meningococcal Meningitis."It's very dangerous because there can be severe health consequences," said Paul Biedrzycki, with the City of Milwaukee Health Department.Biedrzycki says the student is recovering at a local hospital.Meningococcal disease is spread through the exchange of respiratory and throat secretions such as saliva or mucus, and is most commonly spread through direct, close contact with an infected individual, which can include kissing and sharing of beverages, eating utensils, and lip balm.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The City of Milwaukee Health Department has received a report of a case of bacterial meningitis (meningococcal disease) in a student affiliated with Marquette University, and is working closely with the Marquette University Medical Clinic to begin appropriate communication and follow-up with close contacts.It's a Friday night on the Marquette campus, students, not getting the email they were expecting -- a health warning sent out campus wide.Marquette University says, as a student has tested positive for Meningococcal Meningitis."It's very dangerous because there can be severe health consequences," said Paul Biedrzycki, with the City of Milwaukee Health Department.Biedrzycki says the student is recovering at a local hospital.Meningococcal disease is spread through the exchange of respiratory and throat secretions such as saliva or mucus, and is most commonly spread through direct, close contact with an infected individual, which can include kissing and sharing of beverages, eating utensils, and lip balm.
Badgers football tickets could cost you more this fall! How much more?
MADISON (WITI) -- Wisconsin Badgers football tickets could cost you more this fall.UW Athletics has proposed a $3 increase.
MADISON (WITI) -- Wisconsin Badgers football tickets could cost you more this fall.UW Athletics has proposed a $3 increase.
Another two years? Gov. Scott Walker opens door to extending UW tuition freeze
MADISON (AP) — Gov.
MADISON (AP) — Gov.
"Trying to protect the UW System:" Another rally held on UWM campus in light of proposed budget cuts
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Another rally on the UW-Milwaukee campus on Wednesday, February 11th in response to Governor Scott Walker's proposed cuts to the UW System.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Another rally on the UW-Milwaukee campus on Wednesday, February 11th in response to Governor Scott Walker's proposed cuts to the UW System.
"A great opportunity:" Wounded veterans play lacrosse on Milwaukee Golden Eagles team
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Quite the sight at the Old Gym at Marquette University on Monday night, February 9th.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Quite the sight at the Old Gym at Marquette University on Monday night, February 9th.
UWM effort to garner support in light of proposed budget cuts evolves from rallies on campus to rallying online
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Chancellors within the University of Wisconsin System continue to develop new ways to garner support -- as Governor Scott Walker's two-year budget proposal calls for $300 million in cuts to the UW System.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Chancellors within the University of Wisconsin System continue to develop new ways to garner support -- as Governor Scott Walker's two-year budget proposal calls for $300 million in cuts to the UW System.
MPS to hold college financial aid help sessions every Saturday in February
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools set to host free help and information sessions for students and families who want to know more about getting financial aid for college every Saturday in February.The sessions will take place at MPS' Washington High School of Information Technology, 2525 N.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools set to host free help and information sessions for students and families who want to know more about getting financial aid for college every Saturday in February.The sessions will take place at MPS' Washington High School of Information Technology, 2525 N.
"I don't regret what I did:" Marquette University moves to terminate tenured professor John McAdams
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University has begun the process of firing tenured political science professor John McAdams from the university.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University has begun the process of firing tenured political science professor John McAdams from the university.
Gov. Walker says he's open to adding money for schools, roads, UW
WATERTOWN (AP) — Gov.
WATERTOWN (AP) — Gov.
Governor Walker's plan for UW System not sitting well with some on UW-Milwaukee campus
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker unveiled his two-year budget Tuesday evening, February 3rd at the Capitol in Madison -- and that budget proposal included slashing the UW System's budget by $300 million, freezing tuition for two years and decoupling the system from state oversight.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Governor Scott Walker unveiled his two-year budget Tuesday evening, February 3rd at the Capitol in Madison -- and that budget proposal included slashing the UW System's budget by $300 million, freezing tuition for two years and decoupling the system from state oversight.
A "drafting error:" Governor Walker backs off removing "Wisconsin Idea" from UW System mission
MADISON (WITI/AP) — Governor Scott Walker has abruptly backed off his proposal to eliminate the University of Wisconsin System's public service mission statement.Walker tucked language into his budget proposal that would have replaced the statement, known as the "Wisconsin Idea," with the charge of meeting the state's workforce needs.
MADISON (WITI/AP) — Governor Scott Walker has abruptly backed off his proposal to eliminate the University of Wisconsin System's public service mission statement.Walker tucked language into his budget proposal that would have replaced the statement, known as the "Wisconsin Idea," with the charge of meeting the state's workforce needs.
"It was magical:" MPS student-athletes get the chance to play under the bright lights at UWM Panther Arena
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- High school sports are about more than just games on Friday nights.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- High school sports are about more than just games on Friday nights.
In letter to tenured professor John McAdams, Marquette officials say they've begun the process of firing him
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned that Marquette University has begun the process of firing tenured political science professor John McAdams from the university.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned that Marquette University has begun the process of firing tenured political science professor John McAdams from the university.
Honoring alumnus James Foley at Marquette University: Local artist painting his portrait
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- As part of Marquette University's annual Mission Week events, artist Mary Pimmel-Freeman was painting a portrait of slain journalist and Marquette alumnus James Foley on Wednesday, February 4th.The painting was set to be completed by Wednesday evening."I didn't know much about him before starting the painting other than just what I heard on the news and the more that I get to know him through the painting and research it's just an honor to connect with his spirit and to share his message with a wider audience," Pimmel-Freeman said.Foley was kidnapped in 2012 by the Islamic State, which recorded and posted a video of his murder last August.After his tragic death, Foley’s family and friends established the James Foley Endowed Scholarship at Marquette University, which was promoted by the likes of Katie Kouric and Anderson Cooper.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- As part of Marquette University's annual Mission Week events, artist Mary Pimmel-Freeman was painting a portrait of slain journalist and Marquette alumnus James Foley on Wednesday, February 4th.The painting was set to be completed by Wednesday evening."I didn't know much about him before starting the painting other than just what I heard on the news and the more that I get to know him through the painting and research it's just an honor to connect with his spirit and to share his message with a wider audience," Pimmel-Freeman said.Foley was kidnapped in 2012 by the Islamic State, which recorded and posted a video of his murder last August.After his tragic death, Foley’s family and friends established the James Foley Endowed Scholarship at Marquette University, which was promoted by the likes of Katie Kouric and Anderson Cooper.
UW-Milwaukee students to rally against Gov. Walker's proposed UW System cuts
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- On Wednesday, February 4, College Democrats of UW-Milwaukee will be holding a rally to raise awareness of Gov.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- On Wednesday, February 4, College Democrats of UW-Milwaukee will be holding a rally to raise awareness of Gov.
Life-saving technology: Doctors use "human GPS" to map out surgeries
WAUWATOSA (WITI)-- It's a way to map out organs inside the body before surgeons even raise a scalpel!
WAUWATOSA (WITI)-- It's a way to map out organs inside the body before surgeons even raise a scalpel!
MPS parents: NO student attendance Monday due to teacher professional development day
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A reminder for parents of Milwaukee Public Schools students as the snow continues to fall Sunday, February 1st -- Monday, February 2nd is a "no student attendance" day.Monday will be a teacher professional development day.So, MPS students WILL NOT be in the classroom on Monday.CLICK HERE to monitor school and business closings at FOX6Now.com.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A reminder for parents of Milwaukee Public Schools students as the snow continues to fall Sunday, February 1st -- Monday, February 2nd is a "no student attendance" day.Monday will be a teacher professional development day.So, MPS students WILL NOT be in the classroom on Monday.CLICK HERE to monitor school and business closings at FOX6Now.com.