Here are the smartest US states, according to 2024 study

Do you live in America’s smartest state? The ranking includes factors like average IQ, graduation rates, and SAT and ACT scores.

Biden delivers Morehouse commencement address

“I support peaceful nonviolent protest," Biden told students, some who wore keffiyeh scarves around their shoulders. "Your voices should be heard, and I promise you I hear them.”

UWM armed robbery, Milwaukee police chase; 3 charged

An armed robbery outside a University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee residence hall led to a police chase on May 12 and criminal charges against three people.

Little Free Library destroyed, Milwaukee woman plans to 'keep going'

A Milwaukee woman said someone destroyed a Little Free Library that she put in the community. It didn't just promote reading, it honored her family.

Vermont State's Max the Cat gets honorary 'doctor of litter-ature' degree

Max lives in a house with his human family near campus, where he likes to hang out with students who pick him up for selfies. He even goes on tours with prospective students.

Graduation speaker gives each student $1,000 -- with a catch

A commencement speaker surprised graduates at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth this week by giving them each $1,000 cash in envelopes — but with a catch. 

Student loan forgiveness: Key deadline for one-time adjustment extended

A student loan forgiveness-related deadline has been extended by the Biden administration related to loan consolidation. Here’s what to know.

Hartland students board STEM Shuttle to learn about science

Elementary school students in Hartland got the opportunity to take a field trip on Wednesday, May 15, into space without leaving campus.

MPS budget proposal: Staff cuts possible despite passed referendum

Milwaukee Public Schools heard from the public on Tuesday night as it sifts through items in its proposed budget. Staff cuts are possible.

UWM encampment cleared; university, protest leaders meet

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee leaders met with student protesters on Tuesday – part of an agreement reached between the parties on Sunday.

Best and worst cities to start a career revealed

According to the data by WalletHub, recent grads may not want to start their career in New York City.

Jerry Seinfeld’s commencement speech prompts Duke students to walk out

Multiple graduates walked out of the commencement ceremony because of the comedian’s stance on Israel amid the ongoing war in Gaza.

UW-Milwaukee encampment ending; student-led protests against war in Gaza 

The tents are coming down. Students protesting the Israel-Hamas war and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee have reached an agreement that brings an end to a two-week-long encampment.

Teen earns doctorate from Arizona State and credits 'village of support'

What were you doing at 17? Hanging out with friends? Maybe getting ready for the prom? Well, one Arizona teenager earned her doctorate at 17 at ASU. Here's her amazing story.

UW-Milwaukee protests, encampment removal agreement reached

UW-Milwaukee leaders and student protest representatives have reached an agreement to remove an encampment that formed nearly two weeks ago.

Milwaukee mom gets Marquette degree after Cardinal Stritch's closure

A Milwaukee mom and former Cardinal Stritch University student finished her degree at Marquette, receiving her diploma on Mother's Day weekend.

UW-Madison deal with campus protesters; encampment coming down

University of Wisconsin campus leaders and student representatives from Students for Justice in Palestine reached a resolution on Friday, May 10 to end the encampment on Library Mall. 

Blacksmithing at Old World Wisconsin
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Looking for something to do this Mother?s Day? Why settle for a card and bouquet? when you can treat Mom to a historic day at Old World Wisconsin ? and best of all, Mom?s are free this Sunday. FOX6's Brian Kramp has a look at one of the trades that was essential back in the 19th Century.