Immigration Battle is Focus of Protest at Milwaukee’s GOP Debate

A coalition of student groups came together to protest the Republican debate at the Milwaukee Theatre. Ean Holtz was there. (We are the people chant) (Begin Background Drumming) Holtz: Hundreds of protestors shut down Kilbourn Avenue as they marched toward the Milwaukee theatre. Protestors held signs saying, “No person is illegal.” “15 and a Union.” and […]

UWM Stories Close to Home: Long Love Affair

Dick and Nancy Taplin just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.  They tell their grandson, Jake Viaene, how they first met and share a few secrets to a long, happy marriage.

UWM Stories Close to Home: My Firefighter Friend

Michael Bourne and Matt Ziems have been best friends for about 14 years. Matt is at the end of his first year as a Milwaukee firefighter and paramedic. Michael learned what it was like for him to realize his life long dream of becoming a firefighter, and how he handles honor and horror that comes along with […]