Inside a Vegetarian’s Kitchen Posted on December 31, 2020January 5, 2021 by Brianna Schubert Take a look at college vegetarians and their journey with becoming and staying vegetarian this year. In this short documentary, Brianna Schubert gives us an inside look into their kitchens, their motivation for becoming vegetarian and how they have integrated this lifestyle into their routines.
Local Food Pantry Becomes Light of Hope Posted on December 30, 2020January 5, 2021 by Molly Nelson Food pantries have become a ray of light for struggling communities during the pandemic. Molly Nelson documented how volunteers keep up the good work.
Teaching During a Pandemic Posted on December 30, 2020January 5, 2021 by Jack Van Reck There has been plenty of coverage of how all aspects of private and professional life has been significantly altered for everyone because of the pandemic. One such job that required a rapid change was teaching. In this short documentary, Jack Van Reck shows us how teachers have had to make substantial changes in the way […]
Sports Commentary From The Basement Posted on December 30, 2020January 5, 2021 by Richa Karmarkar Brian Anderson is a local sports anchor for the Brewers and other teams. He’s also announcing for a popular NBA video game. Seems like a lot of work, especially during a pandemic, but as Richa Karmakar tells us in this short documentary, Brian has found a way to set up a workspace right at home.
Black-owned Businesses Weather the Storm in Milwaukee Posted on December 28, 2020January 5, 2021 by Adrian Hurd Black-owned businesses have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic causing many to close at an alarming rate. However, Adrian Hurd tells us about a few Black businesses in Milwaukee that have managed to weather through the storm.
Local Musicians Struggle During the Pandemic Posted on December 28, 2020January 5, 2021 by Samuel Dehring COVID-19 has affected musicians across the state of Wisconsin. Media Milwaukee reporter Sam Dehring brings us a closer look at the struggles these local musicians are facing.
UWM’s Outdoor Pursuits Adapts and Thrives Posted on December 28, 2020January 5, 2021 by Hannah Borchert UWM’s Outdoor Pursuits offers safe opportunities for students to stay active and make new friends amidst the pandemic. Hannah Borchert with the story.
Local Volunteers Spread the Joy in Milwaukee Posted on December 23, 2020January 5, 2021 by Jay Stahl The Coronavirus pandemic has changed what the holidays look like for everyone, but here’s Jay Stahl’s inside look at some volunteers who are spreading some Christmas cheer to those in need this year.
Baseball Team Adapts To The Challenge Posted on December 23, 2020January 6, 2021 by Brehme Quidzinski During a challenging year, a local baseball team was able to run a season despite the pandemic. In this short documentary, Brehme Quidzinski tells us how the organization went from losing half of its employees to playing in the playoff semi-finals.
‘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 […]
Protesters March to Support All Black Women Posted on November 3, 2020November 3, 2020 by Adrian Hurd Dozens of protesters marched through downtown Milwaukee in response to the charging decision in the death of Breonna Taylor in Kentucky. None of the police involved in the fatal shooting were charged. Adrian Hurd reports.
Local Restaurants Get Ready for Winter Posted on October 30, 2020January 5, 2021 by Lexi Schroeder The COVID-19 pandemic is still in full force and as the weather starts to get colder, local restaurants and bars are preparing for the worst regarding continued business. Lexi Schroeder has the story.