Vigil held for UWM student who drowned in Klotsche pool
MILWAUKEE -- Students gathered in Spaights Plaza on the UW-Milwaukee campus to rememver 19-year-old Connor Driscoll - one week after the UWM sophomore died while swimming laps at the Klotsche Center at UW-Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- Students gathered in Spaights Plaza on the UW-Milwaukee campus to rememver 19-year-old Connor Driscoll - one week after the UWM sophomore died while swimming laps at the Klotsche Center at UW-Milwaukee.
Medical College earns $10 million grant to study bleeding disorder
MILWAUKEE -- The Medical College of Wisconsin is the recipient of a five-year, $10 million National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute Program Project Grant.
MILWAUKEE -- The Medical College of Wisconsin is the recipient of a five-year, $10 million National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute Program Project Grant.
MPS seeks volunteers to help in schools
MILWAUKEE -- Roughly 500 parents, students and community members have shown up to anti-violence meetings, in response to a rash of violence involving Milwaukee Public Schools students.
MILWAUKEE -- Roughly 500 parents, students and community members have shown up to anti-violence meetings, in response to a rash of violence involving Milwaukee Public Schools students.
Autopsy on UWM drowning victim now complete
MILWAUKEE -- An autopsy was performed on Connor Driscoll, the UW-Milwaukee sophomore who drowned in the pool at the Klotsche Center on Monday.The initial results of the autopsy show they are consistent with a drowning death.
MILWAUKEE -- An autopsy was performed on Connor Driscoll, the UW-Milwaukee sophomore who drowned in the pool at the Klotsche Center on Monday.The initial results of the autopsy show they are consistent with a drowning death.
Kathleen Falk speaks at Marquette University
MILWAUKEE -- Kathleen Falk, one of the candidates planning to challenge Governor Walker in a recall election, visited Marquette University Wednesday afternoon.Falk was a guest for “On the Issues with Mike Gousha,” Wednesday, Feb.29.
MILWAUKEE -- Kathleen Falk, one of the candidates planning to challenge Governor Walker in a recall election, visited Marquette University Wednesday afternoon.Falk was a guest for “On the Issues with Mike Gousha,” Wednesday, Feb.29.
Milwaukee School Board discusses ways to end youth violence
MILWAUKEE -- Four Milwaukee Public School students have been killed in violent incidents, since just last December.
MILWAUKEE -- Four Milwaukee Public School students have been killed in violent incidents, since just last December.
Panther beat UIC, climb Horizon ladder
CHICAGO -- Kaylon Williams had 19 points and 10 assists as the Milwaukee Panthers beat host Illinois-Chicago 72-61 Thursday night to climb into a three-way tie for fourth place in the Horizon League; the top two teams earn first-round byes in the conference tournament.Tony Meier added 17 points, and was 5 for 7 beyond the arc.
CHICAGO -- Kaylon Williams had 19 points and 10 assists as the Milwaukee Panthers beat host Illinois-Chicago 72-61 Thursday night to climb into a three-way tie for fourth place in the Horizon League; the top two teams earn first-round byes in the conference tournament.Tony Meier added 17 points, and was 5 for 7 beyond the arc.
Braun outcome was likely determined by "chain of custody"
MILWAUKEE -- One Milwaukee doctor says we'll likely never know why Ryan Braun had a positive test for performance-enhancing drugs.
MILWAUKEE -- One Milwaukee doctor says we'll likely never know why Ryan Braun had a positive test for performance-enhancing drugs.
Four Marquette players disciplined for game at WVU
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- Marquette leading scorer Darius Johnson-Odom is among four Golden Eagles players disciplined for the game at West Virginia for an undisclosed violation of team rules.Marquette spokesman Scott Kuykendall says starters Johnson-Odom, Junior Cadougan and Vander Blue were benched for the first half Friday night.
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- Marquette leading scorer Darius Johnson-Odom is among four Golden Eagles players disciplined for the game at West Virginia for an undisclosed violation of team rules.Marquette spokesman Scott Kuykendall says starters Johnson-Odom, Junior Cadougan and Vander Blue were benched for the first half Friday night.
Business Journal Report (2-22-12)
In business news for Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012 -- AnchorBank is taking over the Times and the Rosebud Theaters in a foreclosure case, but now says it will keep them open, at least for now.
In business news for Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012 -- AnchorBank is taking over the Times and the Rosebud Theaters in a foreclosure case, but now says it will keep them open, at least for now.
New Marquette Univ. Law School poll results unveiled
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- A new poll says Gov.
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- A new poll says Gov.
Six Marquette fraternities placed on probation
MILWAUKEE -- Six Marquette University fraternities have been placed on probation as of February 16th through Fall of 2012 for alcohol-related violations.Marquette University said in a statement Monday the frats violated their own organizational policies, as well as those of the university and the interfraternity council, but would not give specifics on the violations.Marquette University says probation is a formal notice to an organization that its behavior is unacceptable within the university community, and if continued, more severe action may be taken.The organizations have not been suspended, and have the right to appeal the probation.
MILWAUKEE -- Six Marquette University fraternities have been placed on probation as of February 16th through Fall of 2012 for alcohol-related violations.Marquette University said in a statement Monday the frats violated their own organizational policies, as well as those of the university and the interfraternity council, but would not give specifics on the violations.Marquette University says probation is a formal notice to an organization that its behavior is unacceptable within the university community, and if continued, more severe action may be taken.The organizations have not been suspended, and have the right to appeal the probation.
140 employers at job fair looking for workers with right skill sets
MILWAUKEE -- Employers say they have jobs available, but few people to hire!
MILWAUKEE -- Employers say they have jobs available, but few people to hire!
Marquette spring commencement speaker is Hank Aaron
MILWAUKEE -- Baseball great Hank Aaron will be the commencement speaker at Marquette University's spring commencement ceremony.
MILWAUKEE -- Baseball great Hank Aaron will be the commencement speaker at Marquette University's spring commencement ceremony.
State Superintendent visits James Madison Academic Campus
MILWAUKEE -- Programs offered at Milwaukee Public Schools' James Madison Academic Campus got the attention of Wisconsin State Superintendent Tony Evers, and Evers took a tour of the campus Wednesday, and saw first hand how a hands on approach to learning is proving to be successful for many MPS students.State Superintendent Evers toured James Madison Academic Campus Wednesday as the MPS District celebrates Career and Technical Education month.
MILWAUKEE -- Programs offered at Milwaukee Public Schools' James Madison Academic Campus got the attention of Wisconsin State Superintendent Tony Evers, and Evers took a tour of the campus Wednesday, and saw first hand how a hands on approach to learning is proving to be successful for many MPS students.State Superintendent Evers toured James Madison Academic Campus Wednesday as the MPS District celebrates Career and Technical Education month.
Rufus King students learn CPR, AED skills
MILWAUKEE -- On Valentine's Day, Milwaukee Public School students were thinking about the heart, and learning skills to utilize when it comes to emergency situations involving this vital organ.There was a lot of shouting going on in the gymnasium at Rufus King High School Tuesday.
MILWAUKEE -- On Valentine's Day, Milwaukee Public School students were thinking about the heart, and learning skills to utilize when it comes to emergency situations involving this vital organ.There was a lot of shouting going on in the gymnasium at Rufus King High School Tuesday.
Third allegation surfaces against UW's John Chadima
MADISON (AP) -- The University of Wisconsin-Madison says a third allegation of misconduct has surfaced against a former top athletic official.Chancellor David Ward said in a statement Thursday that university police are investigating a new allegation involving John Chadima.
MADISON (AP) -- The University of Wisconsin-Madison says a third allegation of misconduct has surfaced against a former top athletic official.Chancellor David Ward said in a statement Thursday that university police are investigating a new allegation involving John Chadima.
Continuing need for cold-weather clothing for MPS kids
MILWAUKEE -- Despite southeastern Wisconsin's unusually warm winter weather, Milwaukee Public School officials say warm clothing donations are always welcome!Marilynn Douglas, a social worker at Oliver Wendell Holmes Elementary School says donations of warm clothing continue to be welcome at Milwaukee Public Schools. "We saw lots of kids that needed items that they didn't have, and times are harder now, so we see even more of a need," Douglas said.Susan Schmidt is the founder of the Scooter Foundation, based out of her Bay View home.
MILWAUKEE -- Despite southeastern Wisconsin's unusually warm winter weather, Milwaukee Public School officials say warm clothing donations are always welcome!Marilynn Douglas, a social worker at Oliver Wendell Holmes Elementary School says donations of warm clothing continue to be welcome at Milwaukee Public Schools. "We saw lots of kids that needed items that they didn't have, and times are harder now, so we see even more of a need," Douglas said.Susan Schmidt is the founder of the Scooter Foundation, based out of her Bay View home.
New accusations surface against former UW Athletic Director
MADISON (AP) -- University of Wisconsin police have opened an investigation into new allegations against a former athletic official accused of trying to fondle a male student at a pre-Rose Bowl party.Chancellor David Ward issued a statement Monday saying campus police have been investigating the new claims involving former associate athletic director John Chadima since Jan. 30.Ward did not specify what Chadima is accused of, saying only that the case involves an adult male and campus police will continue to investigate "all allegations of sexual impropriety or abuse of power brought to their attention."Ward said the man doesn't want to press charges but police found his story to be credible and are collaborating with Dane County prosecutors.
MADISON (AP) -- University of Wisconsin police have opened an investigation into new allegations against a former athletic official accused of trying to fondle a male student at a pre-Rose Bowl party.Chancellor David Ward issued a statement Monday saying campus police have been investigating the new claims involving former associate athletic director John Chadima since Jan. 30.Ward did not specify what Chadima is accused of, saying only that the case involves an adult male and campus police will continue to investigate "all allegations of sexual impropriety or abuse of power brought to their attention."Ward said the man doesn't want to press charges but police found his story to be credible and are collaborating with Dane County prosecutors.
Bridging the gap to stop youth violence
MILWAUKEE --The Milwaukee Public School District held a listening session Saturday to address what's been a concerning several days, after more than 20 people were arrested over the past week, following two big disturbances at two different high schools.The first incident occurred Thursday at Washington High School, where 12 were arrested after MPD responded to a fight.
MILWAUKEE --The Milwaukee Public School District held a listening session Saturday to address what's been a concerning several days, after more than 20 people were arrested over the past week, following two big disturbances at two different high schools.The first incident occurred Thursday at Washington High School, where 12 were arrested after MPD responded to a fight.