UWM Campus Safety Posted on December 21, 2021December 21, 2021 by Emily Prochaska The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee campus is consistently growing and changing. Every year there are new people, new events and obstacles within the school year. It is important to know what resources are available and to remain safe while also having fun. Here is a list of resources and tips to prevent risks and promote campus […]
Kenosha Misrepresented in Media Coverage, Residents Say Posted on December 21, 2021December 21, 2021 by Rosendo Mar Juarez Mike Bjorn’s Fine Clothing is the go-to spot in Kenosha to get men’s clothing for proms and weddings since 1982. The inside of the downtown locale is a filled with suits, ties, shirts, socks and all sorts of accessories needed to look one’s best on those special occasions. The shop was spared of any damage […]
Josh Duggar Found Guilty in Child Pornography Trial Posted on December 21, 2021December 21, 2021 by Sonnet Bayer The federal jury in Fayetteville, Arkansas found the former reality T.V. star Josh Duggar guilty of receiving and possessing child pornography on Thursday. Duggar, 33, downloaded images depicting prepubescent children and sadistic abuse, along with other images and videos showing the sexual abuse of children, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Western District of Arkansas. Duggar knowingly received and possessed child pornography […]
Waukesha Christmas Parade: Five Dead, At Least 48 Injured After SUV Plows Through Crowd Posted on December 21, 2021December 21, 2021 by Liam O'Donnell A suspect, identified by authorities as Darrell E. Brooks, 39, sped through barricades and mowed people down in a maroon Ford Escape SUV during a Waukesha Christmas parade Sunday, killing five and wounding at least 48, according to Waukesha police. In a news conference Monday, Waukesha Police Chief Daniel Thompson confirmed the names of the five victims: Virginia Sorenson, 79, Leanna Owen, 71, Tamara […]
Home Prices Increasing as Fewer Houses Go on the Market Posted on December 20, 2021March 16, 2022 by Jamie Winsted The housing market has changed drastically over the last couple of months leading to fewer houses available and the prices of those houses increasing. Jamie Winsted has the story.
Navigating Domestic Violence During the Holidays Posted on December 20, 2021December 20, 2021 by Matt Gotsch Arguing with family members over politics and religion are not the only holiday stressors. Family conflict around this time of the year can result in an increase in cases of domestic violence. Matt Gotsch has the details and explains what can be done about it.
“Black Lives are Sacred MKE” Holds 69th Public Witness Event Posted on December 20, 2021December 20, 2021 by Cherita Booker A local religious group is taking a stand in support of racial justice and equality. “Black Lives are Sacred MKE” held it’s 69th public witness event. Cherita Booker with the story.
Vaccine Decisions Cause Stress and Concern Posted on December 20, 2021December 20, 2021 by Lauren Krueger At first, Nancy was scared. Her thoughts raced: it’s going to get out of control again. We’re never going to move past this. The 44-year-old daycare director was reminded of the pandemic’s effects by the teary eyes of parents picking up their children after work at the hospital. But Nancy Halaka doesn’t live in fear. […]
The UWM Student Union is Getting a Facelift Posted on December 17, 2021December 17, 2021 by Hunter Turpin UW-Milwaukee announced a $40.7 million renovation of the student union to improve navigation, aesthetics and infrastructure at a kickoff event Nov. 30. This comes after students rejected a union renovation project in 2017, but union officials warned of failing mechanical systems that threaten to shut the building down. “I’m very serious when I say we […]
Waukesha Residents Recall Surreal Parade Tragedy, and Work to Move Ahead Posted on December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 by Liam O'Donnell Waukesha is learning to cope after a Christmas tradition was tragically tarnished.
Rittenhouse Trial Verdict Divides Community Posted on December 15, 2021December 28, 2021 by Grayson Sewell The trial for Kyle Rittenhouse in Kenosha has come to an end. Media Milwaukee’s Grayson Sewell was at the courthouse all week getting reactions from the local community and protestors outside.
Milwaukee Charter Schools Data Discussed Posted on December 15, 2021December 15, 2021 by Ailaina Yang There is no accurate data for standardized tests in Milwaukee Charter schools because of the lack of students taking them from COVID-19. Ald. Michael J. Murphy, at the meeting in City Hall 200 East Wells Street, says he is concerned and feels that children are falling behind in education. The students who graduate from high school are not prepared for college education. He gives an example that when students […]