Five MU students hospitalized after allegedly ingesting narcotic

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned five Marquette University students were hospitalized over the weekend for allegedly ingesting an illegal narcotic."McCormick's a freshman dorm, so you know, these kids - hopefully - would know what they're getting into but you never know.

Luke Fischer back in Wisconsin to play basketball for Golden Eagles

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Germantown High School alumnus Luke Fischer is back in Wisconsin -- having transferred from Indiana University to Marquette University to play basketball."It's a great fit.

Michael Poll bobblehead contributes to Special Olympics

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Chances are if you go to a UW-Milwaukee basketball game, you'll see Michael Poll.

Due to cold weather, MPS to have school on January 31st

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Bitter cold temperatures earlier this month forced Milwaukee Public Schools and school districts all across the state to shut down for a couple of days.

Michael Poll of UW-Milwaukee sports fame gets his own bobblehead

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Michael Poll has had challenges in his life, but he's overcome them with his big heart and loving spirit.

UW-Milwaukee's Dr. Martin Jack Rosenblum dies at 67

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Peck School of the Arts announces the sudden death of Dr.

UWM Falls to UWGB in overtime, 93-86

MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Panthers had a 79-72 lead with 3:29 to play, but UW Green Bay closed on a 10-3 run to force overtime, and remained unbeaten in the Horizon League (3-0) with a 93-86 win Sunday at the U.S. Cellular Arena.

Marquette picks up second Big East win

MILWAUKEE (WITI)-- The Marquette Golden Eagles are now 2-2 in the Big East after beating Seton Hall 67-66.Guard Todd Mayo was the points leader on the day with 19 off the bench, going 9-9 in Free Throw attempts.Jamil Wilson was solid with 16 points and 11 rebounds; his 1st double double of the season.MU lead Seton Hall 40-26 at the half but the Pirates tested the Golden Eagles in the 2nd half.

MPS' Golda Meir School is expanding into high school

MILWAUKEE (WITI) --Milwaukee Public Schools’ Golda Meir School is expanding to serve high school students.

Milwaukee Public Schools to be CLOSED on Tuesday, Jan. 7th

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools will be closed Tuesday, January 7th due to the continuing extremely cold and dangerous weather conditions, the district announced Monday.The closure includes all after-school activities.Designated essential staff, identified by their supervisors, should report to work.The Tuesday closure follows MPS’ Friday decision to close school on Monday due to the extreme cold.

Some MCTS bus routes will not run Monday due to closure of MPS

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Milwaukee County Transit Services spokesperson is reminding folks that some MCTS bus routes will not operate on Monday, January 6th.

Badgers stun Texas in Volleyball Final Four

SEATTLE -- With University of Wisconsin athletic director Barry Alvarez on hand, the Badgers Women's volleyball team stunned #1 Texas in the Final Four Thursday, and became the first 12 seed to reach the championship match in the 33 year history of the event.

Vice Pres., Director of Athletics Larry Williams leaving Marquette

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marquette University Vice President and Director of Athletics Larry Williams announced his resignation on Friday, December 13th.Williams has served in his role overseeing the university's Department of Intercollegiate Athletics for the past two years.

MPS reminds parents to keep kids safe from the bitter cold

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Public School District has a reminder for parents: dress children warmly -- with all skin covered.Many parents listened, as their kids showed up to Hamlin Garland Elementary School all bundled up.“I layered him.

Marquette cheerleader knows danger of concussions firsthand

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Concussions have, at times, dominated NFL and college football headlines, but as all too many parents know, any athlete can suffer a concussion, from playing any sport.

MPS taking steps to keep students safe during bitter cold

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Dangerous, bitter cold weather is here, and MPS is taking steps to keep students safe as bitterly cold temperatures move into the region.MPS is reminding parents to make sure their children are dressed warmly, with all skin covered.

Badgers sweep in state rivals, beat UW Milwaukee

MADISON (WITI)-- The Wisconsin Badgers remain undefeated at 11-0 with a win over UW Milwaukee 78-52.

Students and staff of Marquette University reflect on Mandela's life

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The body of Nelson Mandela will lie in state in Pretoria for three days next week before being buried in a state funeral on Sunday, December 15th.

James Madison Academic Campus lockdown over

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee's James Madison Academic Campus was on lockdown early Friday afternoon, December 6th.Officers were called to the school around 11:30 a.m. for a report of a subject with a gun in the school.