Milwaukee family claims school bus driver fell asleep, company disputes
Milwaukee family says a school bus driver appeared asleep near 32nd and Locust on Monday, March 23, but the bus company disputes the claim and says the driver pulled over early for a break.
Milwaukee family says a school bus driver appeared asleep near 32nd and Locust on Monday, March 23, but the bus company disputes the claim and says the driver pulled over early for a break.
City of Milwaukee, Milwaukee Public Schools kick off 'Hello Summer'
Mayor Cavalier Johnson and Superintendent Brenda Cassellius on Monday, March 23 launched the city’s Hello Summer efforts.
Mayor Cavalier Johnson and Superintendent Brenda Cassellius on Monday, March 23 launched the city’s Hello Summer efforts.
Treasury Department taking over student loans: What to know
Defaulted federal student loans will now be managed by the Treasury Department under a new agreement that was announced on Thursday.
Defaulted federal student loans will now be managed by the Treasury Department under a new agreement that was announced on Thursday.
Arkansas Ten Commandments law blocked that mandates classroom display
A judge struck down an Arkansas law that requires schools to display the Ten Commandments prominently in classrooms. Here is what to know about the law, and where the battle over its legality is headed.
A judge struck down an Arkansas law that requires schools to display the Ten Commandments prominently in classrooms. Here is what to know about the law, and where the battle over its legality is headed.
States sue Trump administration over policy requiring colleges to collect race data
A group of 17 states is suing the Trump administration over a policy that requires colleges to prove they’re not considering race in admissions.
A group of 17 states is suing the Trump administration over a policy that requires colleges to prove they’re not considering race in admissions.
Missing Milwaukee teen’s mother alleges MPS teacher aided runaway
A Milwaukee mother says her 15-year-old son has been missing since Feb. 28 and believes his former Milwaukee Public Schools teacher helped him run away as police continue investigating.
A Milwaukee mother says her 15-year-old son has been missing since Feb. 28 and believes his former Milwaukee Public Schools teacher helped him run away as police continue investigating.
MPS budget gap; board approves 263 job cuts to reduce deficit
Milwaukee Public Schools leaders approved cutting 263 jobs after a 5-2 board vote on Monday, March 9, as the district works to address a $46 million deficit caused by overspending identified in recent audits.
Milwaukee Public Schools leaders approved cutting 263 jobs after a 5-2 board vote on Monday, March 9, as the district works to address a $46 million deficit caused by overspending identified in recent audits.
MPS board approves job cuts amid budget shortfall
Milwaukee Public Schools leaders approved cutting 263 jobs after a 5-2 board vote on Monday, March 9, as the district works to address a $46 million deficit caused by overspending identified in recent audits.
Milwaukee Public Schools leaders approved cutting 263 jobs after a 5-2 board vote on Monday, March 9, as the district works to address a $46 million deficit caused by overspending identified in recent audits.
Pennsylvania schools will be required to teach cursive again starting in April
Starting April 12, all public and private schools in Pennsylvania must reintroduce cursive handwriting into their curriculum.
Starting April 12, all public and private schools in Pennsylvania must reintroduce cursive handwriting into their curriculum.
Ohio State president resigns; investigation launched over 'inappropriate relationship'
Ohio State University has opened an investigation after President Walter “Ted" Carter Jr. abruptly resigned over the weekend following the disclosure of what the university described as an “inappropriate relationship."
Ohio State University has opened an investigation after President Walter “Ted" Carter Jr. abruptly resigned over the weekend following the disclosure of what the university described as an “inappropriate relationship."
The Home Depot Foundation introduces 'Path to Pro Education Grants' to revitalize shop classes nationwide
The Bureau of Labor Statistics says the skilled trades industry is facing a massive workforce shortage over the next few years, with 41% of the construction workforce set to retire by 2031 and a projected 4.1 million construction jobs needed over the next decade. To help bolster the construction industry, The Home Depot Foundation has launched a grant program to bolster trade training.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics says the skilled trades industry is facing a massive workforce shortage over the next few years, with 41% of the construction workforce set to retire by 2031 and a projected 4.1 million construction jobs needed over the next decade. To help bolster the construction industry, The Home Depot Foundation has launched a grant program to bolster trade training.
Milwaukee Public Schools budget proposals; board meeting Monday
MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius proposed cutting more than 263 non-classroom positions to help bridge a $46 million structural budget deficit. The school board will vote on this proposal Monday.
MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius proposed cutting more than 263 non-classroom positions to help bridge a $46 million structural budget deficit. The school board will vote on this proposal Monday.
'History Rocks!' tour stops at Brookfield Central, some voice concerns
The U.S. Department of Education "History Rocks!" tour stopped at Brookfield Central High School on Friday, where it was me with some controversy.
The U.S. Department of Education "History Rocks!" tour stopped at Brookfield Central High School on Friday, where it was me with some controversy.
MPS budget gap, proposals would cut 260 non-classroom positions
MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius announced a series of budget proposals designed to address the district’s $46 million structural budget gap.
MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius announced a series of budget proposals designed to address the district’s $46 million structural budget gap.
Mukwonago parent brought firearm onto school bus, district says
Mukwonago school officials say a parent boarded a Section Elementary bus with a firearm secured in a lockbox last Thursday, Feb. 26, with the district now reviewing transportation protocols.
Mukwonago school officials say a parent boarded a Section Elementary bus with a firearm secured in a lockbox last Thursday, Feb. 26, with the district now reviewing transportation protocols.
Marquette University sex assault; suspect in custody, wanted in separate case
A man is in custody in connection to a Marquette University sexual assault earlier this month, and the man has been wanted for more than a year in another sexual assault case.
A man is in custody in connection to a Marquette University sexual assault earlier this month, and the man has been wanted for more than a year in another sexual assault case.
Marquette University sex assault; suspect in custody
A man is in custody in connection to a Marquette University sexual assault earlier this month, and the man has been wanted for more than a year in another sexual assault case.
A man is in custody in connection to a Marquette University sexual assault earlier this month, and the man has been wanted for more than a year in another sexual assault case.
Milwaukee students bring Black history to life at Hawthorne School
Students at Milwaukee's Hawthorne School are retracing the steps of the Million Man March, turning halls into a living Black History Month Wax Museum.
Students at Milwaukee's Hawthorne School are retracing the steps of the Million Man March, turning halls into a living Black History Month Wax Museum.
Armed sexual assault, Marquette University police arrest suspect
The Marquette University Police Department on Thursday arrested a suspect in connection to an ongoing armed sexual assault and robbery.
The Marquette University Police Department on Thursday arrested a suspect in connection to an ongoing armed sexual assault and robbery.
Milwaukee Junior Admirals balance hockey, virtual school with eAchieve
The Pettit National Ice Center in West Allis is a place to play and practice. But for four aspiring hockey players, it is also their school.
The Pettit National Ice Center in West Allis is a place to play and practice. But for four aspiring hockey players, it is also their school.