Proposed MPS budget increases investment in classrooms

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Gregory Thornton proposed a 2014-15 budget to invest in classrooms and increases the standard of care for students across the district.The proposal includes adding another 50 art, music, and physical education teaching positions into MPS schools.The 50 new positions for 2014-15 are on top of the positions added into schools for the 2012-13 and 2013-14 school years.

Mark Mone selected to serve as UW-Milwaukee's interim chancellor

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee has announced Mark Mone will serve as the university's interim chancellor.Mone is currently the Assistant Dean of the Lubar School of Business.

I GOT ACCEPTED!!! Teen with Down Syndrome going to college

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Every student who ever applied to college knows what it felt like to receive that acceptance letter.

Where's the off-campus housing? UWM students get answers

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee held a housing fair Wednesday, and UWM campus police were on hand to answer questions about safety.Officers are always on campus -- 24 hours a day, 365 days year.

Marquette Golden Eagles embracing new coach, Steve Wojciechowski

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University has a new basketball coach, and while he hasn't won a game yet, the early reviews are positive.Steve Wojciechowski got a warm welcome at Marquette University's men's basketball banquet at the Harley-Davidson Museum."He's just a great coach -- a great overall coach," Golden Eagles forward Deonte Burton said."My number one priority is spending time with (the players) -- developing a relationship with them, getting to know them better as people and players, and for them to get to know me as a person and as a coach.

"Official warning" for 3 MU fraternities due to allegations of sexual misconduct, hazing

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned Marquette University's "Division of Student Affairs" has issued an official warning to three Marquette University fraternities due to allegations of sexual misconduct and hazing that allegedly took place at fraternity houses associated with the chapters.According to a statement obtained by FOX6 News from Marquette University -- the Marquette chapters of Triangle Fraternity and Delta Chi Fraternity were issued an official warning on April 9th due to alleged incidents of sexual misconduct that took place at their fraternity houses.Sigma Phi Delta fraternity was issued an official warning on April 9th due to alleged incidents of sexual misconduct and hazing that took place at its fraternity house.Marquette University says each alleged incident was immediately reported to the Milwaukee Police Department and the Department of Public Safety for investigation.

University of Wisconsin reserves stood at $1.6 billion

MADISON (AP) -- New figures from the University of Wisconsin System show the system's reserves stood at $1.7 billion at the end of March.

UWM men's basketball team banned from postseason due to academic performance

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- UW-Milwaukee officials say they have been informed by the NCAA that the final appeal of a postseason ban of its men's basketball team for 2014-2015 has been denied -- due to past cumulative academic performance scores.

Group wants portion of funds from potential new Bucks arena

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Bucks may have a hard time building a new venue without sharing millions with non-profit organizations.

MPD investigates theft of sports apparel at Marquette University

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating the theft of sports apparel from Marquette University.Officials say the university reported the burglary to Milwaukee police on April 4th.

Police investigate apparel stolen from Al McGuire Center

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- FOX6 News is learning about some thefts that occurred on the Marquette University campus.The university has confirmed to FOX6 News police are investigating apparel stolen from the Al McGuire Center.Marquette University says its Department of Public Safety was notified about the thefts on Friday afternoon, April 4th.Other details have not been officially released.MONITOR FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates.

Free eyeglasses provided to students at Milwaukee schools

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Several students at Lloyd Hopkins Community School are going to be studying in style after receiving free eyeglasses.35% of students failed free screenings back in February -- and were back for more testing Wednesday, April 2nd."We have about 80 students that we are going to put through the visual acuity testing.

Marquette Univ. hires Steve Wojciechowski as men's basketball coach

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University has hired Duke associate head coach Steve Wojciechowski to coach its men's basketball team.

Shaka Smart says No to Marquette

MILWAUKEE -- ESPN.com reported on Thursday night that Virginia Commonwealth coach Shaka Smart called Marquette University yesterday to tell them that he was turning down their "lucrative" offer.It appears that MU went after Smart hard after Buzz Williams abruptly left to take the job at Virginia Tech.One name of interest could be Tennessee coach Cuonzo Martin, whose Volunteers play Michigan Friday in the NCAA Tournament's Sweet Sixteen.Meantime, Marquette Interim Athletic Director Bill Cords will stay at the University for one year and continue to guide the search for Williams successor.

Marquette provides update on search for basketball coach

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Interim Marquette University Vice President and Director of Athletics Bill Cords updated the media on Thursday afternoon on the school's search for a new men's basketball coach.When asked if Cords could confirm or deny that MU had been in touch with Virginia Commonwealth Coach Shaka Smart, he said that he could not comment.