Wisconsin Stories

Leslie Bellais, curator of Social History and university lecturer at UW-Madison, gave her take on the potential whereabouts of 75-year-old Leo Burt.   “I guess he’s dead, but it’s been 53 years,” she told Media Milwaukee. Many have wondered where “Wisconsin’s state ghost” went after disappearing 53 years ago. That ghost was Leo Burt, one […]

Diana Sham, 26, is a senior psychology major with a JAMS minor at the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee. Diana is an undecided voter and doesn’t want to settle for a candidate that doesn’t align with her values. We sat down to talk about her uncertainty and frustration, what topics are important to her, and […]

Riley Koeppel is a junior at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee pursuing a major in history and a minor in communication. After they graduate in 2026, they hope to find a job in museum archiving or curation. With the 2024 election less than two weeks away, Koeppel said they intend to vote for Cornel West over […]

Jacqueline Barlas, 18, is a freshman engineering major from Door County, Wis., who recently moved to Milwaukee to attend college. The city is a big change, but she is embracing the transition. This presidential election will be Barlas’ first time voting, and she knows it’s an important decision. Isabella Meier: What are your thoughts on […]

Lisa Yang is a third-year student at UW-Milwaukee. She is currently undecided but wants to pursue a degree in business. Yang believes it is more important to vote in swing states like Wisconsin; however, she says the candidates are not good enough to persuade her to cast a ballot on Nov. 5.  Colby Lamb: Are […]

Hannah Vincent is a sophomore and biomedical engineering major at UWM. Vincent is not thrilled with her options in the 2024 presidential election, but still will be voting. Jack Laude: How do you feel about the upcoming election? Hannah Vincent: Bad. I have to vote for Kamala. Jack Laude: What gives you pushback about Kamala? […]

With how politically tense the nation seems right now; it can be hard to imagine anyone would be able to tune out the noise. However, Jordyn Krause, a fourth-year biomedical engineering student at UWM, has been unmoved by either campaign. With a family history of political inactivity, she says she has just never been motivated […]

Thaduba Taylorkamara is a 22-year old, first-generation immigrant who intends on voting this 2024 election, but is hesitant in choosing who to vote for. Conflictions with race, presidential campaigns and societal expectations have led Taylorkamara to feel the pressure to vote. Yet, he has found himself reluctant to choose either candidate. Although he still intends […]

Josh Skarda, 21, is a senior journalism student at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Through their work as a journalist for Up North News, they have developed an understanding of the nuances within media, allowing for their political grievances and thoughts to be expanded upon with the 2024 election. Jonathan Joseph: How do you feel about […]

In an interview, 19-year-old sophomore Bob Aden shared his thoughts on the election and his uncertainty about voting. While recent conversations and new information have impacted his perspective, Aden remains undecided about whether he will cast a ballot. Allie Mitchell: Are you planning on voting in this upcoming election? Bob Aden: I’ve been thinking about […]

With the election coming up, there will be a lot of young people going out to vote for the next president. Savanna-Rae Gill is a high school senior. Briceon Monk: Are you voting this election? Yes or no, and why? Savanna-Rae Gill: Yes, I’m voting in the election. I feel like it’s very important to have […]

Korbin Rumeliote is a second-year mechanical engineering student at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. This was his first election, and he voted early by mail. Originally, he was planning to vote for the Green Party candidate, but Harris’s choice of running mates changed his mind, persuading him to vote blue. Colton Pemble: What made you decide […]