What Makes a Good Story? Storytellers Share Clues. Posted on May 14, 2025May 14, 2025 by William Stauber Soik People have been telling each other stories for thousands of years, from myths to poetry to the modern novel. Bill Stauber Soik explores the world of storytelling with five experts.
Fat Body Hotties Clothing Swap, Where Every Body Fits Posted on May 14, 2025May 14, 2025 by Carmella D’Acquisto A community clothing swap centering fat folks is reshaping access, style and solidarity in Milwaukee. Carmella D’Acquisto checked it out.
The Smelt are Disappearing, But Not the Memories Posted on May 14, 2025May 14, 2025 by Jennifer Gregorich In the 1970s, Eugene Gregorich Sr. grew up in the peak of smelt fishing in Kewaunee, Wis. Now, he reflects on the dying sport with his daughter Jennifer Gregorich.
Viola is a Comfort in Musician’s Busy Life Posted on May 14, 2025May 14, 2025 by Jennifer Gregorich Lidia Perez is a musician at heart but admits it’s a struggle to balance life and making time for her beloved viola.
First Loves and Breakups: Looking Back on Relationships Posted on May 14, 2025May 14, 2025 by Adriana Avila Diego Avila, Erika Gilbertson and Nora Bravo look back on the first time they fell in love and how it ended up for them. Adriana Avila reports.
Assimilation Touches Diverse UWM Community Posted on May 14, 2025May 14, 2025 by Jonathan Joseph Assimilation is a big subject that impacts people through every stage of their lives. Jonathan Joseph spoke with students and faculty at UW-Milwaukee, to understand how deep this process goes.
Milwaukee’s Food Landscape is Infused With Culture Posted on May 14, 2025May 14, 2025 by Katherine Nguyen Katherine Nguyen looks into the Milwaukee food scene and its cultural meaning to those around her.
Change Sometimes Starts at Community Meetings Posted on May 14, 2025May 14, 2025 by Cael Byrne A UWM Student Journalist tells his story about how he became active in his community to improve the Milwaukee Police Department and stop the disparities that missing people of color experience in Milwaukee.
Finding a Creative Outlet in the Student Union Posted on May 14, 2025May 14, 2025 by Cael Byrne UWM Student Isaac Levin is the lead ceramics technician at the UWM Student Union Arts and Craft Center, and he teaches ceramics classes.
Seeing “Eye to Eye” is the Theme of a Song, and a Relationship Posted on May 14, 2025May 14, 2025 by Cael Byrne Derek Byrne is a local musician in the band Paddygrass, and he wrote the song “Eye to Eye” for his son. The song serves as an allegory for a father-and-son relationship that will prepare his son for the rest of his life.
Students Volunteer at Nonprofits Hit by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina Posted on May 13, 2025May 14, 2025 by Ethan Ainley A building sat empty with its interior walls and flooring torn out down to the concrete foundation. A strange faded brown line about 20 feet high ran along the exterior of the building’s walls. The line marked how high the waters had risen around the Veterans Restoration Quarters (VRQ) in Asheville, North Carolina. Entire living […]
How Three Milwaukee Streetwear Brands Made 414 Day Unforgettable Posted on May 13, 2025May 13, 2025 by Sky Abner The line wrapped around the block outside Unfinished Legacy’s shop on 414 Day with a feeling of anticipation. A mix of families, curious individuals, and fashion lovers stood avidly ready to celebrate Milwaukee through its local style. I was handed a raffle ticket for a free printed shirt, and when I finally stepped in, I […]