Blank: Political divide is greatest threat to UW-Madison
The University of Wisconsin-Madison's outgoing chancellor is warning regents that the state's bitter political polarization is the greatest threat to the school's existence.
MPS redistricting plans, public hearing scheduled
The MPS school board will consider a process and timeline for redistricting at a Feb. 22 meeting. Two maps will be considered.
Milwaukee students' Black history event brings figures to life
Students at Milwaukee's Maple Tree School are celebrating African Americans who made history by becoming them through an annual event.
South Division High School shooting threat, man arrested
Police announced the arrest of a 30-year-old Milwaukee man in connection to a shooting threat at South Division High School earlier in the week.
Thompson hails fight against virus in farewell as UW leader
Tommy Thompson, the 80-year-old former governor who has spent more than 50 years in public service, said in a farewell address Friday that the University of Wisconsin System has emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic stronger than before he took over as interim president.
MPS reduces virtual learning period
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has announced virtual learning for schools will be reduced to five days after a 3 percent COVID-19 positivity rate has been reached within a 14-day window.
South Division HS virtual; threat received at building Wednesday
Students with Milwaukee's South Division High School are virtual on Thursday, Feb. 10 – after staff received a call early Wednesday about a potential threat at the school building.
South Division High School shooting threat made: MPS
A lockdown at Milwaukee's South Division High School was lifted Wednesday afternoon after a school shooting threat was made, MPS told FOX6 News.
MPS to reevaluate COVID policies Thursday, masks stay
Milwaukee Public Schools is set to reevaluate its COVID-19 policies.
Milwaukee Rufus King High School shooting, man charged
A Milwaukee man is charged in the shooting outside Rufus King High School that injured five, including four teens.
MPS COVID policy could change, masks stay
During a public hearing Thursday, Feb. 10, Milwaukee Public Schools leaders will review the district's COVID policy which currently involves moving a school to virtual learning if 3% or more of the population tests positive.
Disabled student couldn’t play with classmates, so teacher came up with an idea
Gean Sampaio de Melo, 26, didn’t want his 6-year-old disabled student to miss out on playing with the other students in Brazil. So he scooped the child into his arms and assisted him during a competition.
Milwaukee Rufus King shooting, MPS responds to parent frustrations
Leaders of Milwaukee Public Schools took part in a town hall at Rufus King High School after five people were shot outside a basketball game. Parents said they're frustrated with what they call a lack of communication from school staff.
Milwaukee Rufus King shooting, MPS responds to parent frustrations
Leaders of Milwaukee Public Schools took part in a town hall at Rufus King High School after five people were shot outside a basketball game. Parents said they're frustrated with what they call a lack of communication from school staff.
6-figure payout for school administrator accused of violating policy
Public records show a Wauwatosa School District administrator accused of using her position to steer business to her husband's employer received a six-figure payout.
School board elections near, battles head to ballot box
Wisconsin school board primaries are Feb. 15. Voters will choose who decides issues like diversity, curricula and COVID-19 mitigation.
Rufus King walkout: Students demand support after 5 shot
Students at Milwaukee's Rufus King High School held a walkout Friday afternoon, demanding a stop top gun violence after five people were shot.
MPS virtual kindergarten enrollment fair Saturday
Milwaukee Public Schools will host a virtual kindergarten enrollment fair on Saturday to help families explore schools and choices for Fall 2022.
Rally to end gun violence at Rufus King HS in Milwaukee
Students at Rufus King High School in Milwaukee rallied in an effort to end gun violence in the city.
Critical race theory teaching ban, Evers vetoes Republican bill
Gov. Tony Evers vetoed a Republican bill that would have prohibited critical race theory ideas in Wisconsin public schools.