Marquette, UWM grads don caps and gowns, celebrate graduation
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Sunday, May 19th was "Graduation Day" for now former UW-Milwaukee and Marquette University students, who celebrated their commencements in downtown Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Sunday, May 19th was "Graduation Day" for now former UW-Milwaukee and Marquette University students, who celebrated their commencements in downtown Milwaukee.
600 MPS students receive free bike helmets
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- With summer approaching, a lot of kids will soon be out riding bikes.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- With summer approaching, a lot of kids will soon be out riding bikes.
Beyond the Game: UW-Milwaukee Panthers baseball
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The snow and rain created obstacles for the UW-Milwaukee baseball team during the 2013 season.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The snow and rain created obstacles for the UW-Milwaukee baseball team during the 2013 season.
New MU poll shows Ryan, Clinton are top 2016 pres. nominees
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A new Marquette Law School Poll finds U.S. Rep.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A new Marquette Law School Poll finds U.S. Rep.
UWM continues to sell Palermo's pizza on campus after protest
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- UW-Milwaukee officials on Thursday, May 9th released a statement as to the status of Palermo's Pizza sales on campus.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- UW-Milwaukee officials on Thursday, May 9th released a statement as to the status of Palermo's Pizza sales on campus.
Students show off their projects at MPS Science Fair
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- What do Albert Einstein and Thomas Edison have in common with 200 Milwaukee Public School students?
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- What do Albert Einstein and Thomas Edison have in common with 200 Milwaukee Public School students?
Milw. Public Schools to celebrate Nation Bike to School Day
MILWAUKEE (WITI) --Fernwood Montessori, Clement Ave School, Maryland Ave Montessori, and Fairview Charter in Milwaukee will join 1,500 schools from around the country to celebrate National Bike to School Day on May 8th 2013.Approximately 200 students at each school will be riding or walking to school Wednesday along with parents, teachers and community leaders.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) --Fernwood Montessori, Clement Ave School, Maryland Ave Montessori, and Fairview Charter in Milwaukee will join 1,500 schools from around the country to celebrate National Bike to School Day on May 8th 2013.Approximately 200 students at each school will be riding or walking to school Wednesday along with parents, teachers and community leaders.
UWM administration suspends sales of Palermo's through the summer
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Some UW-Milwaukee students led a protest on the UWM campus on Tuesday, May 7th -- urging the university to end its relationship with Palermo's Pizza.The National Labor Relations Board has denied an appeal filed by Voces de la Frontera — an immigrant rights group representing some fired Palermo’s Pizza workers.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Some UW-Milwaukee students led a protest on the UWM campus on Tuesday, May 7th -- urging the university to end its relationship with Palermo's Pizza.The National Labor Relations Board has denied an appeal filed by Voces de la Frontera — an immigrant rights group representing some fired Palermo’s Pizza workers.
Long-time MPS educator wins a prestigious award
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, a long-time substitute teacher in Milwaukee Public Schools wins a prestigious award.It's a contest sponsored by McDonald’s and Jammin’ 98.3 FM to find the "most loved" teacher in southeast Wisconsin.The winner is 89-year-old John Outlaw, who is a Special Ed substitute teacher at Alexander Hamilton High School.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, a long-time substitute teacher in Milwaukee Public Schools wins a prestigious award.It's a contest sponsored by McDonald’s and Jammin’ 98.3 FM to find the "most loved" teacher in southeast Wisconsin.The winner is 89-year-old John Outlaw, who is a Special Ed substitute teacher at Alexander Hamilton High School.
Marquette women's lacrosse team fights against pancreatic cancer
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Lacrosse has its origins in a tribal game played by Native Americans.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Lacrosse has its origins in a tribal game played by Native Americans.
Marquette students warned about sexual assaults on campus
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A rise in sexual assaults on the Marquette University campus over the past few weeks has students on high alert.An email sent out on Thursday, May 2nd read in part: "During the past few weeks, multiple reports of acquaintance-related sexual assaults have been reported to the Department of Public Safety."The email also warns students to stay with friends, listen to their instincts, and if they choose to drink, to do so in moderation."It's obviously concerning, but I don't feel any danger being here," said junior Maureen Trattner.Marquette says every case has been reported to Milwaukee Police.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A rise in sexual assaults on the Marquette University campus over the past few weeks has students on high alert.An email sent out on Thursday, May 2nd read in part: "During the past few weeks, multiple reports of acquaintance-related sexual assaults have been reported to the Department of Public Safety."The email also warns students to stay with friends, listen to their instincts, and if they choose to drink, to do so in moderation."It's obviously concerning, but I don't feel any danger being here," said junior Maureen Trattner.Marquette says every case has been reported to Milwaukee Police.
Milwaukee Brewers getting out the vote for All-Star game
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers are getting out the vote for the All-Star game!A "Vote Brewers" party was held at UW-Milwaukee on Thursday, May 2nd.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers are getting out the vote for the All-Star game!A "Vote Brewers" party was held at UW-Milwaukee on Thursday, May 2nd.
Cancer survivors teach students at Medical College
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- It's a new concept the Medical College of Wisconsin is taking when it comes to educating its students that will help them learn more about the “silent killer” of women’s cancers.Third year medical students are taking lessons from patients themselves.The “Survivors Teaching Students” program has these three ovarian cancer survivors as lecturers.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- It's a new concept the Medical College of Wisconsin is taking when it comes to educating its students that will help them learn more about the “silent killer” of women’s cancers.Third year medical students are taking lessons from patients themselves.The “Survivors Teaching Students” program has these three ovarian cancer survivors as lecturers.
Riverview Dorm on UW-Milwaukee campus evacuated following fire
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Approximately 400 students in the Riverview Dorm on the UW-Milwaukee campus were evacuated from the building in the early morning hours of Monday, April 29th following a fire.According to officials, the small fire broke out in a paper towel holder just before 1:00 a.m. in the men's bathroom on the second floor.No additional details have been released at this time -- including the cause of the fire or the amount of damage sustained.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Approximately 400 students in the Riverview Dorm on the UW-Milwaukee campus were evacuated from the building in the early morning hours of Monday, April 29th following a fire.According to officials, the small fire broke out in a paper towel holder just before 1:00 a.m. in the men's bathroom on the second floor.No additional details have been released at this time -- including the cause of the fire or the amount of damage sustained.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
Gov. Walker calls for UW System tuition freeze
MADISON (WITI) -- Gov.
MADISON (WITI) -- Gov.
Milwaukee Public Schools releases budget plan for 2013-14
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools released its 2013-14 budget proposal on Wednesday, April 24th.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools released its 2013-14 budget proposal on Wednesday, April 24th.
MPD search for suspect in basketball court shooting
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Police are searching for a suspect who shot a teen on the basketball court outside of a school on the city's north side.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Police are searching for a suspect who shot a teen on the basketball court outside of a school on the city's north side.
Student could face charges after striking Bradley Tech teacher
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A 16-year-old student of Bradley Tech High School could face a charge of battery to a school official after an incident that happened at the school on Monday, April 22nd.Police tell FOX6 News officers were called to the school shortly after 2 p.m. on Monday.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A 16-year-old student of Bradley Tech High School could face a charge of battery to a school official after an incident that happened at the school on Monday, April 22nd.Police tell FOX6 News officers were called to the school shortly after 2 p.m. on Monday.
Marquette University receives $1 million donation
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Dr.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Dr.
Business Journal Report (4-18-13)
In business news for Thursday, April 18th, 2013 -- The United Community Center is planning a major expansion to its Bruce Guadalupe Community School.Additionally, BMO Harris Bank is teaming up with Milwaukee Public Schools to bring financial literacy to high school students.
In business news for Thursday, April 18th, 2013 -- The United Community Center is planning a major expansion to its Bruce Guadalupe Community School.Additionally, BMO Harris Bank is teaming up with Milwaukee Public Schools to bring financial literacy to high school students.