80-year-old man gets ‘met minimum’ stamp removed from high school diploma
Billy Ray Macon Sr. graduated from high school in 1961. The school district made sure the teen knew he barely passed despite being a working father and husband.
Education Department erases $415M in student loan debt for 16,000 borrowers
In total, the Biden administration has approved $2 billion in loan forgiveness for students allegedly defrauded by their schools.
Civil rights pilgrimage, Marquette University students reflect on trip
In January 2022, several Marquette University students and staff took a trip to the southern United States for an immersive civil rights pilgrimage.
Civil rights pilgrimage; Marquette University students reflect on trip
In January 2022, several Marquette University students and staff took a trip to the southern United States for an immersive civil rights pilgrimage.
UWM Panthers fall to Purdue Fort Wayne
Jalon Pipkins had 24 points as Purdue Fort Wayne won its seventh consecutive game, defeating Milwaukee 81-71 on Sunday.
Wauwatosa school clothing drive stocks community closet
The Wauwatosa School District, in partnership with the district’s PTA Council, held a clothing drive to stock its first-ever community closet on Saturday.
Shots fired near Marquette campus, suspect fled on foot
The Marquette University Police Department is investigating a shots fired incident that happened Wednesday, Feb. 16 near 19th and State.
Winter Olympics: Marquette alumnus wins team speed skating bronze
A Marquette University alumnus won bronze at the Winter Olympics as part of the Team USA men's speed skating team pursuit.
Catholic Memorial hosts STEM Challenge for students, 250 compete
At Catholic Memorial High School, middle school students from Waukesha and Milwaukee counties competed in a STEM Challenge on Wednesday.
Former UWM professor pleads guilty in federal wire fraud case
A former UWM professor pleaded guilty to defrauding students from April 2016 through November 2020, U.S. Attorney Richard Frohling announced.
UW System moves to remove mask requirements
University of Wisconsin System President Tommy Thompson is working with university chancellors to begin removing current mandatory mask requirements on campus with the intent to withdraw them as soon as March 1 and no later than spring break
UW System foreign influence prevention bills approved
The Wisconsin Senate passed three Republican-backed bills aimed at preventing Chinese spies from infiltrating UW System campuses.
Concealed guns on school property, Wisconsin Senate OKs bill
The Wisconsin Senate sent Gov. Tony Evers a pair of bills on Tuesday that would make it easier to carry concealed firearms in Wisconsin.
Waukesha Whittier Hadfield schools merger proposal draws debate
Facing a $7 million shortfall for next year, the School District of Waukesha is considering merging two elementary schools. Parents question if it's the right move.
Waukesha Whittier Hadfield schools merger proposal draws debate
Facing a $7 million shortfall for next year, the School District of Waukesha is considering merging two elementary schools. Parents question if it's the right move.
Ban on school mask mandates passed by Virginia House; Gov. Youngkin plans to sign
The Virginia House of Delegates banned school mask mandates Monday, handing a victory to Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin after his effort to impose the ban by executive order stalled in court.
Milwaukee Public Museum: T-Rex exhibit opens Feb. 18
Milwaukee Public Museum (MPM) is bringing T. Rex and its ancestors back from extinction when the special exhibit Tyrannosaurs - Meet the Family opens Friday, Feb. 18.
Funding for teacher training, recruitment; $1M committed by state
The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development announced $1 million in funding for the Teacher Training and Recruitment Grant program.
UW System regents approve raises for president, chancellors
The UW System Board of Regents has approved raises for the system president and campus chancellors.
Wisconsin parents back GOP bills limiting school authority
Dozens of Wisconsin parents are expressing their support for a package of Republican bills aimed at limiting school authority.