MPS' Run Back to School enters its 15th year

The annual Milwaukee Public Schools' Run Back to School is an effort to get kids, teachers, parents, just about anyone – excited about the school year ahead.

Run Back to School with MPS
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Students, teachers, anyone is welcome to join in the fun with the Run Back to School.

Marquette alumnus killed by terror group, man sentenced

El Shafee Elsheikh was sentenced to life in prison for his role in the beheading deaths of American hostages – including a Marquette University alumnus.

Strip club becomes Ozaukee Christian School
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A former West Bend strip club is getting new life as Ozaukee Christian School. School leaders say it all came together as part of a bigger plan.

Strip club becomes Ozaukee Christian School

A former West Bend strip club is getting new life as Ozaukee Christian School. School leaders say it all came together as part of a bigger plan.

Missouri school district brings back punishment by paddle

The Missouri school district said parents have to opt-in and that the new policy came as a result of parents wanting an alternative to suspension, according to reports.

Wellpoint Care Network Back-to-School Bash
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Some Milwaukee families and kids got help in going back to school Wednesday as the Wellpoint Care Network on Capitol Drive hosted a Back-to-School Bash.

30% of Wisconsinites' student loan debt forgiven under Biden plan
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President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan would remove the debt of 30% of Wisconsin borrowers. It's reason to celebrate for that group, but a recent graduate called it "unfair" and an expert said it's a short-term solution for a long-term problem.

Wellpoint Care Network Back-to-School Bash

Some Milwaukee families and kids got help in going back to school Wednesday as the Wellpoint Care Network on Capitol Drive hosted a Back-to-School Bash.

30% of Wisconsinites' student loan debt forgiven under Biden plan

President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan would remove the debt of 30% of Wisconsin borrowers. It's reason to celebrate for that group, but a recent graduate called it "unfair" and an expert said it's a short-term solution for a long-term problem.

Biden's canceling of student loans relies on pandemic, 2003 law

The law was adopted with overwhelming bipartisan support at a time when U.S. forces were fighting two wars, in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Student loan forgiveness; Wisconsinites' reviews mixed

President Joe Biden announced his student loan forgiveness plan, with more details in the coming weeks, and borrowers across Wisconsin would qualify.

MPS' North Division Principal Keith Carrington passes away

Keith Carrington, beloved principal at North Division High School, passed away suddenly on Monday following surgery. MPS leaders described him as a "pillar" at North Division who worked tirelessly in many roles with the district.

Teacher strike forces students to start school year remotely in Ohio

The school district and the union resumed bargaining Wednesday afternoon. The school board said its offer to the union put children first.

Student loan forgiveness: Biden unveils plan to cancel $10K in student debt

Biden unveiled a plan to provide $10,000 of federal student loan debt relief for borrowers who earn under $125,000 annually, and more for those with the greatest financial need.

What student loans are eligible for forgiveness? Here's a breakdown

In addition to Biden’s wide-sweeping loan forgiveness plan, there are existing programs for borrowers to have some or all of their student debt erased.

Move-in day at Marquette residence halls on Aug. 24

Marquette University will welcome the Class of 2026 into its residence halls on Wednesday, Aug. 24

Biden to make long-awaited student loan debt announcement on Wednesday, reports say

President Joe Biden on Wednesday is set to announce his long-delayed move to forgive up to $10,000 in federal student loans for many Americans and extend a pause on payments to January, according to three people familiar with the plan.