‘The Pandemic Helped Me Find My Purpose’: Black Women-Owned Businesses Persevere in 2020 Posted on December 11, 2020December 14, 2020 by Adrian Hurd Karissa Gering owns Spellbound Cosmetic Company located inside the Barberella Salon in South Milwaukee. She started the business a year ago and offers services such as barbering, microblading, waxing and eyebrow lamination. She graduated from Paul Mitchell in Waukesha 11 years ago and has been in the industry ever since. Gering has worked for a […]
Rising Crime Rate in Milwaukee is a Growing Concern During the Pandemic Posted on December 10, 2020December 17, 2020 by Samuel Dehring “Mom, you just get up and keep going no matter what happens.” That was an awareness moment for Missy Edwards, a survivor of domestic violence. She realized her child recognized her resilience. Domestic violence has always been a serious issue in Milwaukee, but it has sparked major concern during the pandemic as one aspect of rising crime rates in the […]
Recount Shakes the Faith of Wisconsin Voters Posted on December 10, 2020December 13, 2020 by Molly Nelson President Donald Trump’s campaign spent $3 million to hold a recount in Wisconsin’s two most heavily Democratic counties. In the end, Joe Biden’s margin of victory rose by 87 votes, no evidence of voter fraud was found, and faith in the electoral process was undermined. On Friday, Nov. 27, the seventh and final day of […]
UWM Bands Keep Making Music During Covid-19 Posted on October 29, 2020October 29, 2020 by Jessica Gatzow The pandemic presents unique challenges and changes for band ensembles. UW-Milwaukee musicians are adjusting to safety precautions so they can rehearse together in person.
Reflections on a Pandemic Posted on October 14, 2020July 16, 2024 by JAMS 204 fall 2020 Journalism students practice interviewing and audio editing by talking with friends and loved ones about their lives in 2020.
Educators Create New Routines for Students at Home Posted on May 26, 2020August 31, 2020 by Tanasia Shaw Milwaukee educators have been guiding students and navigating big changes in education since schools closed in March. Tanasia Shaw reports.
Milwaukee Nurses Remain on Front Lines During Pandemic Posted on May 19, 2020August 31, 2020 by Thomas Hoffman Day after day, Milwaukee nurses are on the front lines in the Wisconsin city hardest hit by Covid-19. Tom Hoffman reports.
Video Games Strengthen a Fragile Bond for Sisters Stuck at Home Posted on May 18, 2020August 31, 2020 by Payton Bachochin When her classes suddenly moved online, UW-Milwaukee student Payton Bachochin reluctantly returned home to Illinois. Since then, she and younger sister, Tenley, have been playing nostalgic video games from their childhood.
A Close Look At Lorde’s Sophomore Album, “Melodrama” Posted on May 13, 2020May 13, 2020 by Mitchell Stewart Since its 2017 release, Lorde’s album Melodrama has garnered praise from critics and fans alike. Mitchell Stewart tells what it means to him.
Strange Times for this ‘Stranger Things’ Artist Posted on May 13, 2020December 17, 2022 by Rachel Robinson In the midst of a global pandemic, an artist for the hit TV show Stranger Things is working from home. He tells his sister about life on and off the set.
Soundscapes: Listening in a Pandemic Posted on April 19, 2020May 7, 2020 by Media Milwaukee staff After the UW-Milwaukee campus shut down, Audio Storytelling students had to figure out new ways to record and edit from home. As a test run, they wandered their cities, towns and neighborhoods, listening more closely than usual. Max Mitchelson takes a walk through Shorewood to Lake Michigan. Ozaukee County’s largest grassland is the Schwengel Waterfowl […]
Passion for Music Follows An Educator Through Life Posted on February 25, 2020March 19, 2020 by Daniel King Practicing a musical instrument can be a hassle for some, but for Sara Vandersteen the piano helped her escape to another world.