Milwaukee Public Schools; questions about open board seat
The Milwaukee Board of School Directors could decide Tuesday evening, May 7 how to move forward to fill an open seat. This comes after Aisha Carr unexpectedly resigned.
UW-Milwaukee Gaza protests; negotiations with campus officials held
Negotiations were held Monday, May 6 between protesters against the war in Gaza camped out at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and campus officials.
Teacher Appreciation Week 2024 brings freebies and deals for educators
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6-10, 2024.
Black Men in White Coats youth summit aims to address disparity
The Black Men in White Coats youth summit at Golda Meir School offered a hands-on experience with the medical field for Milwaukee kids on Saturday.
When is Teacher Appreciation Week this year?
Teacher Appreciation Week is the annual time teachers get the extra credit they deserve year round.
MPS school board member Aisha Carr resigns, year left on term
Milwaukee Public Schools board member Aisha Carr abruptly resigned on Wednesday with a year left of her term. Prosecutors had been investigating her.
Next president of MATC; board selects Dr. Anthony Cruz
The Milwaukee Area Technical College District Board of Directors unanimously selected Dr. Anthony Cruz as the next president of MATC.
UW-Milwaukee Gaza protests; Shorewood students stage walkout
Shorewood High School students staged a walkout on Thursday, May 2, in solidarity with University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee students protesting the ongoing war in Gaza.
UW-Milwaukee war in Gaza protests continue, synagogue responds
The protesters' takeover of Mitchell Hall's south lawn remained in place on a third day of protesting on Wednesday, May 1.
Best high schools in the US: How are the rankings determined
U.S. News & World Report released its 2024 best high schools in the United States based on data collected between the 2021-2022 academic year.
Milwaukee reading, math tutors sought for classes in fall
Reading Corps and Math Corps are on the hunt for more than 80 tutors to place in 40 Milwaukee schools this fall.
UW-Madison protest: Officers hurt, at least a dozen people arrested
UW-Madison police on Wednesday, May 1 started removing tents from the encampment on Library Mall, according to NBC 15.
Autism 'bolting' danger; child flees Milwaukee classroom twice
A 9-year-old Milwaukee girl escapes from her special needs classroom – not once, but twice. Now, her parents are calling on Milwaukee Public Schools to do more to protect children just like her.
UW-Milwaukee Gaza protests; civil rights attorney weighs in
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee students are doubling down on their demands in an ongoing protest of the conflict in Gaza.
UW-Milwaukee war in Gaza protests continue; Evers gives warning
Day two of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s encampment is getting pressure from above.
UW-Milwaukee students protest situation in Gaza, set up tents
Protesters set up tents at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee on Monday, April 29 to protest the situation in Gaza. The university warned that those break state regulations.
Alverno College money woes; program changes, staff reduction recommended
Alverno College officials announced that soon they anticipate program changes and a reduction of faculty and staff positions in the face of financial challenges.
University of Wisconsin pro-Palestine rally; tents up at Library Mall
Supporters of Palestine rallied at the University of Wisconsin-Madison on Monday, April 29 calling for officials to divest from Israel-supporting corporations.
Student loan forgiveness: Some may qualify but need to take action by April 30
Seeking student loan forgiveness? Some borrowers who consolidate their loans could qualify, but there’s a key deadline approaching.