Education
Suspensions Up At MPS, With Steep Racial Disparities
Nearly 80% of those suspended are Black. Prior federal investigation found racial disparities.
Mar 14th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
How to Grow Milwaukee to 1 Million
Mayor Cavalier Johnson is missing the key way to grow the city.
Mar 13th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
MPS Referendum Would Reverse Effects of Declining State Funding
The district's enrollment has declined by 31.5% and staffing by 36.8% since 2004.
Mar 12th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Is Building Surplus a Factor in MPS Referendum?
Critics charge it is. But how much money could be saved by closing more buildings?
Mar 11th, 2024 by Terry Falk
Republican Committee Recommends Firing Two UW Regents
Because John Miller and Dana Wachs opposed a deal ending diversity-related positions.
Mar 10th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Republican Senator Joins Democrats Against Transgender Sports Bill
Sen. Joan Ballweg cites higher rate of depression, suicide for transgender youth.
Mar 10th, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
MATC a Top Producer of Fulbright Scholars
One of only three technical colleges in U.S. honored as a leading producer of Fulbright scholars.
Mar 4th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bill Would Pay Schools To Buy Gun Detection Equipment
Critics raise privacy concerns over systems that use AI and camera feeds.
Mar 1st, 2024 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Lawmakers Release $32 Million They Previously Withheld From UW System
Money was previously cut by GOP legislators as part of DEI fight.
Feb 29th, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Opening of St. Augustine Prep at Former Cardinal Stritch Campus Postponed
One-year delay by Ramirez Foundation due to unexpected issues with redevelopment.
Feb 28th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
UW Tribal Tuition Promise Divides Native Communities
Questions over who is eligible for tuition support and program's success rate.
Feb 26th, 2024 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
How Big a Change Is New UW-Madison Admission Policy?
Students consider new rule that top 5% of state's high school grads guaranteed admission.
Feb 24th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
