Wisconsin open enrollment application period for 2024-25 opens Feb. 5

The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction announced the online application period for the Public School Open Enrollment Program for the 2024-25 school year opens on Monday, Feb. 5.

UW-Milwaukee agreement with 4 regional technical colleges

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) has reached new agreements with four regional technical colleges that will guarantee admission for their graduates.

Which US states still require students to learn cursive handwriting?

Cursive has been making a comeback in U.S. classrooms, with research showing its benefits for learning. But not everyone supports its instruction in an increasingly digital age with an already-full curriculum.

UW-Whitewater racist incident; students react to display, chants

A group of people projected a swastika on a residence hall at a University of Wisconsin-Whitewater dorm and chanted racist words on Sunday night, Jan. 21.

Biden cancels student loan debt for another 74K borrowers

Of the 74,000 borrowers approved for relief Friday, the administration said nearly 44,000 of them are teachers, nurses, firefighters and others with public service careers.

Wisconsin school strip searches, Assembly OKs changes to law

The Wisconsin Assembly passed changes to a state law regarding school strip searches, making it illegal to conduct searches down to the underwear.

MLK Day service project brings art to schools

More than 250 volunteers gave their time to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, Jan. 15.

Dwyane Wade $3M gift to Marquette; grow literacy, men's basketball

Marquette University announced on Monday, Jan. 15 that alumnus and NBA Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade has committed to a $3 million gift that will make a major impact on three areas at the university.

Events at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
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Cassie Rincon from the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center in Bayside talked with FOX6 about some events you can take part in at the nature center.

Student loan forgiveness: Some Americans will get loans canceled in February — here's who qualifies

The Biden administration will start canceling student loans for some borrowers next month as part of a new repayment plan that's taking effect ahead of schedule. Here's who is eligible.

MPS board OKs referendum question to boost funding

Milwaukee Public Schools will ask for your vote and your money to help plug a $200 million budget shortfall this spring.

UWM to sell chancellor's residence, part of cost-reduction effort

UW-Milwaukee is planning to sell the chancellor's residence as part of a larger effort to reduce costs and divest itself of properties that are no longer serving the university's best interests.

Alzheimer's disease study; UW researchers land $150M grant

Researchers at the University of Wisconsin are leading a nationwide study into Alzheimer's disease, thanks to a $150 million grant from the National Institutes of Health.