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In times of crisis, it is not uncommon to find American communities willing to work together. Franklin Delano Roosevelt once said, “One of the marvelous things about community is that it enables us to welcome and help people in a way we couldn’t as individuals.” That principle is personified in the efforts of Milwaukee resident […]

UW-Milwaukee business major Sam Karody’s side gig is producing music and warming up the atmosphere in the UWM Student Union.

Between the sound of the rain and the scratch of her pen, Pamela Abner reminisces on the thoughts and process of her book, Eyes Behind My Back.

Hannah Brennan recalls a favorite song that encourages her to keep going.

Bonnie Rayborn has always loved a good cup of coffee, even from a surprisingly early age.

Lisa Johnson was walking her daughter, Carlie, through her pasta-making steps when a truly unexpected mishap occurred.

Destiny Cousin is a barista at Rochambo Coffee and Tea House, and even before her time working there, her friends knew she was the one to make the perfect shaken espresso.

Jamie Knecht plays with her dogs and talks about their impact on the family.

Moses Neuville talks about the community he has built from barbershop conversations.

The Grey House in Wauwatosa hosted a wood wreath workshop to help people create their own door decorations for Halloween. Stephen Wielebski has the story as he chronicles the artistic journey of two wreaths created at the event by a couple who came up from Chicago to participate in the workshop.

Award-winning children’s book author Kevin Henkes visited Racine Public Library in his hometown for the first time in almost 50 years. He spoke to the community of young readers and longtime fans about his journey from Racine to literary success. Alexis Lonzo has the story.

Media Milwaukee’s Matiana Hernandez speaks with Lily Elon from HI-Five Studio and throughout the city to get insight on the local singer’s roots.