UWM October Artist Fair 2024 Showcases Self-Expression Posted on November 7, 2024November 7, 2024 by Grace Santiago Foldable tables lined UWM’s Union Concourse, forming two large circles, illuminated by the afternoon sunlight. Each table was set up with a black tablecloth and chairs behind them for vendors to use. At each table, artists set out their unique pieces of self-expression for students and visitors alike to see. From jewelry to crocheted pieces […]
MPS Town Hall Meeting Causes Frustration Among Community Members Posted on November 7, 2024November 7, 2024 by Akira Quinn Milwaukee Public Schools potentially closing 25 percent of all schools over a 10-year plan announcement causes frustration from community members. A town hall meeting was held at James Madison High School regarding the 10-year plan that MPS announced earlier this year. The meetings are to get input from community members as the district decides how […]
Barack Obama Campaigns in Madison with Tim Walz Posted on November 6, 2024November 6, 2024 by David Go MADISON – On a day that Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris took a respite from campaigning, former president Barack Obama campaigned in Madison with Tim Walz, Harris’s running mate. “It’s always great to have him in the state because he’s been the most effective messenger for the Democratic Party,” Mandela Barnes told Media Milwaukee. “He’s […]
MKE Outdoor Indoor Exchange Hosts Block Party with Local Environmental Groups Posted on November 5, 2024November 15, 2024 by Graham Thomas An outdoor consignment store in Bay View is bringing together its “reduce, reuse, repair” philosophy with local environmental efforts. Graham Thomas has the story.
Milwaukee Public Safety and Health Committee Meeting Clarifies New Reckless Driving Penalties Posted on November 5, 2024November 5, 2024 by Leslie Nicolas-Miletty The Milwaukee Public Safety and Health Committee, responsible for developing policies to protect health and safety, met on Oct. 3 to clarify new initiatives aimed at curbing reckless driving, particularly targeting repeat offenders. This meeting followed an Oct. 1 press conference where the Milwaukee Police Department (MPD), the City Attorney’s Office and the Milwaukee County […]
How Are Hurricanes Named? The Identification of Helene and Milton Posted on November 5, 2024November 5, 2024 by David Go Two major hurricanes have made landfall in recent weeks – Hurricane Helene in Georgia and the Carolinas and Hurricane Milton in Florida. Just as the names Katrina or Harvey may elicit memories of a catastrophic natural weather event, Helene and Milton may come to be more synonymous with the storm than any of the people […]
Down N’ Downer Hosts Their First Show at Radio Milwaukee Venue Posted on November 5, 2024November 5, 2024 by Hannah Wescher A live music show on Oct. 17th marked the beginning of a new era for Milwaukee’s Down N’ Downer. This was the first show hosted by Down N’ Downer at Radio Milwaukee’s venue in Walker’s Point. According to Ben Moyle, one of the founders of Down N’ Downer, they started as a backyard DIY music […]
Bill Clinton Rallies Religious Voters in Milwaukee Posted on November 4, 2024November 4, 2024 by Alex Stahl Bill Clinton spoke this past Thursday, October 31st at The Institute for the Preservation of African-American Music and Arts, at 3200 W. Hampton Ave. to campaign for Vice President Kamala Harris. He discussed topics such as the economy, healthcare, religion, and the importance of voting in a swing state. “The future of the country is […]
Healing Horizons: A Path to Peace for Students Grappling with Stress and Trauma Posted on November 3, 2024November 3, 2024 by Summer Fisher In the fast-paced environment of university life, where the pressures of deadlines, exams, and personal responsibilities are always looming, stress can often feel overwhelming. For many students, the weight of these pressures is compounded by past traumas or ongoing anxiety. Recognizing the need for a space where students can manage their mental health effectively, the […]
Boo at the Zoo: A Milwaukee County Tradition Posted on November 3, 2024November 3, 2024 by Alex Stahl The Milwaukee County Zoo held its annual event “Boo at the Zoo” from October 17-19, bringing delight to families around Halloween time and offering different activities and new experiences for people to participate in among the animals. “This is one of our classics, but we always want to improve and make it better,” said Kimberly […]
An Interview with the Protester Who Disrupted Kamala Harris’s Closed Door UWM Meeting Posted on October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 by Alex Stahl The protester who confronted Vice President Kamala Harris at a closed-door University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee meeting says in an exclusive interview that he “laughed” when he received a text inviting him to the event because he has a long history of protesting the government. “I was laughing because I’ve been organizing things around the country for […]
Early Voting Begins in Milwaukee Posted on October 24, 2024November 15, 2024 by Peyton Radloff With less than two weeks away from the presidential election on November 5 early voting has begun in Milwaukee. With tensions being higher than ever this election, citizens are taking advantage of getting their ballot in early. Peyton Radloff takes us to the polls.