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Are Student ‘Mental Health Days’ a Problem for Schools?
Some experts worry about trend. Absenteeism at Wisconsin schools up to 22%.
Oct 22nd, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Audit Finds a Quarter of Wisconsin Schools Missed Financial Deadlines
Legislative Audit Bureau report recommends changes to DPI to improve procedures.
Oct 21st, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
School Aid Shrinks for 7 in 10 Wisconsin Districts
Most districts see aid cuts as $350 million shifts to private programs.
Oct 17th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Milwaukee Public Schools Using Retirees To Fill Vacant Teaching Positions
The district still has 83 vacancies to fill.
Oct 17th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Fee Raises Legal Questions, Could Negatively Impact Wisconsin Businesses
More than 350 employers in Wisconsin use program to hire skilled workers.
Oct 15th, 2025 by Beatrice Lawrence
Dual Enrollment Bill Aims To Make It Easier For High Schoolers To Take College Classes
One-in-four high school students already participate, but with stark divides based on district.
Oct 14th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Crime is Down Across Milwaukee, But Homicides Are Rising
Newly-released crime data shows city going against national trend on homicides.
Oct 10th, 2025 by Steph Conquest-Ware
Costs Shouldn’t Be Used To Deter Records Requests
Recent evidence suggests school districts might be doing just that.
Oct 6th, 2025 by Mark Treinen
After MPS Issue, GOP Lawmakers Would Require Financial Reporting Before Referendums
Bill would bar districts that haven't reported figures to state from advancing a referendum.
Oct 5th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
New Director Takes Over Beleaguered MPS HR Department
Outsider brings diverse experience to challenged department.
Oct 1st, 2025 by Terry Falk
Amid Visa Uncertainty, MPS Pauses International Teacher Program
Superintendent also says to expect several school closures in coming years.
Sep 25th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
What Do the NAEP Tests Tell Us About Student Achievement?
Both nationally and locally a notable decline since 2017. Why?
Sep 24th, 2025 by Bruce Thompson
Sale of Former MPS School Falls Through
Choice school had planned to purchase the Eschweiler-designed building.
Sep 24th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor’s 2026 Budget Includes New Library, Hikes Property, Wheel Taxes
City contending with $100 million structural deficit.
Sep 22nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
MPS Creates New Emergency Protocol
Shooting incidents at schools across county has pushed system to act.
Sep 21st, 2025 by Devin Blake
Milwaukee Reading Coalition Hopes to Transform Instruction
MPS superintendent, mayor back effort targeting Milwaukee third graders.
Sep 15th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Property Owners Divided Over West Side Historic District
James Dieter's proposal will either save the neighborhood or destroy it.
Sep 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
County Board Demands WIAA Address Hate Speech in H.S. Sports
Officials say sports governing body hasn't taken action to stop racial taunts, harassment at games.
Sep 7th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
New MPS Superintendent Wants To Reconfigure School-Grade Configuration
Brenda Cassellius wants to move to a pre-K-6 and 7-12 grade model.
Sep 4th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
English-Learning Students Get Jump On College At MPS High School
South Division High School offers dual enrollment program.
Sep 1st, 2025 by Alex Klaus
Only 2.8% of MPS Students Participated in Dual Enrollment
Program helps students prepare for college success. Why the low numbers?
Aug 29th, 2025 by Alex Klaus
MPS Superintendent Faces Uphill Battle Rebuilding Community Trust
Brenda Cassellius aims to improve a school district dogged by tough issues.
Aug 29th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
State Releases $16 Million Withheld from Milwaukee Public Schools
State Superintendent Jill Underly says MPS made progress on financial reports.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Deneen Smith
Milwaukee Experiences 1,000-Year Rain Event
Record rainfall pounded city Saturday into Sunday.
Aug 11th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Report Finds Serious Issues With MPS HR Department
The issues are indicative of the district's lack of an identity.
Aug 11th, 2025 by Terry Falk
Vintage Marks 15 Years on Prospect Avenue
Carnival-themed party to offer games, food and drink specials.
Aug 6th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Study Ties Weak State Gun Laws to Child Deaths
Child deaths up 15% in Wisconsin, one of 28 states with most permissive laws.
Jul 27th, 2025 by Edgar Mendez
Southside School Hops Charter Networks
Rocketship takes Stellar from Carmen and everyone is happy.
Jul 21st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Community Cheers Modrzejewski Playfield Reopening
Parents, children and local officials celebrate newly updated southside park.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Sheriff Creates Community Advisory Board
15 community members include law enforcement critics.
Jun 30th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
SDC Asks Federal Government to Reverse State’s Funding Cutoff
WI Department of Children and Families ended SDC’s eligibility for block grants.
Jun 29th, 2025 by Meredith Melland
New High School Rises on South Side
Carmen building new campus after getting the boot from MPS.
Jun 27th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
MPS Plans Lead Remediation at 40 Schools This Summer
At least 106 MPS schools are believed to contain lead hazards.
Jun 27th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Trump Budget Would Ax Funds for State’s After-School Learning Centers
They serve 20,000 students at 168 sites in high-poverty districts across Wisconsin.
Jun 25th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
UW-Milwaukee Chancellor ‘Puzzled’ By GOP Lawmakers’ Stance on Higher Education
Mark Mone will step down this month after 11 years at helm.
Jun 19th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
MPS Should Overhaul Curriculum, Teacher Training, Report Finds
2nd independent audit commissioned by Gov. Evers suggest sweeping changes.
Jun 15th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
City Subsidy Would Boost Conversion of Former MPS School To Apartments
Developers hope to create 48 units of housing on three-acre property.
Jun 12th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Could MPS Lose Its 275 International Teachers?
Facing a teacher shortage, will it lose foreign staff due to Trump's policies?
Jun 12th, 2025 by Terry Falk
Reading Instruction Program for Milwaukee Teachers a Great Idea
It could transform the world for Milwaukee’s young learners.
Jun 11th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Leaders Slam Trump Administration’s Job Corps Cuts
Mayor, county executive call for restoration of Jobs Corps program.
Jun 10th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Sen. Baldwin Hears From Parents About MPS Lead Crisis, Chides RFK Jr.
Still no help from federal government. 'These children are people.'
Jun 9th, 2025 by Evan Casey
MPS Teacher’s Aide Files For Stay of Deportation
However, she is not safe from a deportation action by ICE.
Jun 3rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Future of MPS International School Uncertain
Serving refugees from many different countries, now facing new rules under Trump.
Jun 3rd, 2025 by Terry Falk
MPS Teacher’s Aide Ordered to Self Deport
Teacher's aide, who is seeking a visa, told to leave country by June 3.
May 30th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Why MPS Has ‘Central Office’ Teachers
And why some oppose their reassignment by Superintendent Cassellius.
May 27th, 2025 by Terry Falk
Council Vents Frustration on City Response To Suspected Shooter Incident
'We owe our employees better,' says council president.
May 22nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Cutting The Fat at MPS Central Office?
The jobs being eliminated are already of those working in classrooms.
May 22nd, 2025 by Christopher Fons
MPS Is Again Behind on Financial Reports, Could Lose State Funding
School district missed first deadline to submit 2024 financial data to state DPI.
May 19th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
See Milwaukee’s 2025 Mayor’s Design Awards Winners
From pavement turned to art to 44-story buildings, awards recognize the best of Milwaukee design.
May 16th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Racism Erupts in Racine County
What an ugly incident at high school sports event tells about current state of the nation.
May 14th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Business Group Creates $500,000 Fund for MPS
Greater Milwaukee Committee supports changes by Superintendent Cassellius.
May 12th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
GOP Bill Could Cut MPS Funding Over School Police
MPS and city would have to negotiate with Joint Committee on Finance.
May 11th, 2025 by Devin Blake
New MPS Superintendent Cutting Central Office Jobs
In letter to staff, Cassellius says district challenges are rooted in broken systems and structures.
May 8th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Why Did My Home’s Land Value Double?
New assessments come with an unexpected change in how values were calculated.
May 7th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Health Department Loses Millions To Federal Funding Freezes
Everything from HVAC upgrades at homeless shelters to wastewater disease monitoring impacted.
May 2nd, 2025 by Nick Rommel
Through The Rain, Thousands March For Immigrant Rights
Annual May Day march draws increased attention, attendance due to Trump administration actions.
May 1st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
As Wisconsin Teachers Grapple With AI, Trump Calls for Greater Use
His executive order pushes artificial intelligence. State educators have mixed views.
Apr 29th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
MPS Closing Two More Schools For Lead Hazards
Superintendent announces timeline for remediating all its old buildings.
Apr 28th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
What To Know and How To Keep Kids Safe From Lead Poisoning
More than 4,500 children under age 6 tested positive for lead poisoning in Wisconsin last year. It has no overt symptoms.
Apr 25th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Zombor Is Milwaukee’s New School Board President
6-3 vote elects pro-teachers union school board member.
Apr 22nd, 2025 by Terry Falk
Underly Says Wisconsin Schools Won’t Comply With Feds Anti-DEI Requirement
Underly, under threat of losing funding, says Wisconsin schools are already in compliance with federal law.
Apr 18th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Bipartisan Proposal Would Revive Pre-Kindergarten Program
Two-year pilot would fund reading readiness at child care centers.
Apr 18th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
New Assessments Show Milwaukee Property Values Grew 15% Last Year
Follows a 17% increase last year. What will the tax impact be?
Apr 17th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Trump Administration Axed Federal Employees Needed for MPS Lead Crisis
City Health officials sought help from federal experts, only to find they disappeared.
Apr 14th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New School Board Member Had Strong Union Support
Seven of nine board members are now union-backed candidates.
Apr 14th, 2025 by Terry Falk
Wisconsin Superintendent Says Schools Won’t Obey Federal DEI Order
Underly defies Trump, won't end programs. $216 million in federal funds at risk.
Apr 12th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Wisconsin Schools Have 10 Days To Kill DEI Programs Or Risk Losing Federal Funding
Federal order places Title I funding for low-income students at risk.
Apr 4th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Conservative Groups File Complaint Against MPS For Gender Inclusion Policy
Groups ask for federal money to be withheld from school district
Apr 3rd, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
New MPS Superintendent Dumps Beleaguered Facilities Director
Top building manager gone as lead crisis drags on.
Apr 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Amidst Lead Crisis, State Reprimands MPS Facilities Director
Three schools remain closed for lead issues.
Apr 3rd, 2025 by Evan Casey
Vannoy Defeats Kuether-Steele In Only Contested School Board Race
Two other members win unopposed races.
Apr 2nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
City Will Demolish Former Masonic Lodge, School
Four other buildings in town will come down with century-old structure.
Apr 1st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Three MPS Schools Remain Closed Because of Lead Contamination
Health department working with district on long-term plan, but work drags on at three closed schools.
Mar 29th, 2025 by Evan Casey
State Superintendent Race Has Big Stakes
Incumbent Jill Underly faces tough challenge by Brittany Kinser.
Mar 24th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Trump Could Kill Milwaukee’s Plan To Improve Building Energy Efficiency
City won federal grant to cover start-up costs of energy saving effort. Will it be killed?
Mar 19th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Milwaukee Superintendent Hits the Ground Running
Brenda Cassellius was working on the job a month before she started.
Mar 17th, 2025 by Terry Falk
15 Months Late, MPD Sends Officers Into 11 High Schools
'Finally' says Judge Borowski after city, MPD and MPS meet January 2024 deadline.
Mar 17th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Brian Litzsey Believes Recreation ‘Changes Lives’
Litzsey is first Black director of $37 million MPS agency, Milwaukee Recreation.
Mar 16th, 2025 by Dakota Barnes-Rush
Assembly Passes Bill That Adds Penalties, Definitions to Police-in-MPS Policy
The bill comes after a court order directed the district to reinstate school resource officers.
Mar 14th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
MPS Closing Three More Schools Due To Lead Hazards
Closures to start Monday as more investigations reveal 'significant lead hazards.'
Mar 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
MPS Will Reopen School Shuttered Because of Lead Dust
Trowbridge gets the all clear after abatement effort.
Mar 12th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Health Department Will Investigate 10 More Schools For Lead Issues
Clinics scheduled for concerned children, staff to be tested.
Mar 7th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin High School Graduation Rates Improve, Absenteeism Drops, Milwaukee Lags
Graduation rates highest in history, but still vary starkly by race, location.
Mar 7th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
New MPS Superintendent to Start Early
Brenda Cassellius will become superintendent on March 15, not July 1.
Mar 5th, 2025 by Terry Falk
Council Approves MPS Police Officer Agreement, But Money Still An Issue
Council has opportunity to spend MPS funding, but on what?
Mar 4th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Health Department Shutters MPS School Over Lead Concerns
Staff member observed scraping lead paint without containment, lead dust spread to previously clean surfaces.
Feb 28th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Fines City For Failing To Comply With MPD in Schools Requirement
Judge Borowski gives city $1,000 per day fine until 25 police officers placed in schools.
Feb 27th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Hearing Held on Controversial Statewide Requirement For Sheriffs To Cooperate With ICE
Republican lawmakers cite sheriffs in Milwaukee and Madison as reason for the bill, which has penalties for noncompliance.
Feb 27th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
City Requests Delay for Police in Schools
Putting officers in schools without training would create substantial liability for city, says the filing.
Feb 26th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New MPS Leader Seeks Quick Wins
New Superintendent Brenda Cassellius doesn't start till July 1, but already doing prep work.
Feb 24th, 2025 by Terry Falk
Health Department May Shut Down Some Milwaukee Schools With High Lead Levels
Gov. Evers' budget plan has funding for lead risk investigations, mentions MPS lead levels.
Feb 24th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Trump Admin Cuts Funding For MPS, UW-Madison Teacher Training
Teacher partnership grant would have trained 36 special education teachers.
Feb 23rd, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Indoor Golf Facility Proposed For Noyes Park
Youth golf organization planning 15,000 square foot golf facility, new practice facilities.
Feb 21st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Former Alderman Rainey Out Of City Job
Rainey spent less than a year as head of the Office of African American Affairs he helped create.
Feb 20th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Borowski Gets On His High Horse
He blasts MPS for violating law on police in schools while glossing over it himself.
Feb 19th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Some Legislators Want ‘Safe Havens’ to Stay Safe
Proposed bill would keep immigration officers out of all 'safe havens' in Wisconsin.
Feb 18th, 2025 by Devin Blake
Judge Rules MPS, City Must Split School Police Costs 50/50
They have 10 days to follow order or face contempt of court ruling.
Feb 17th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Teacher’s Aide Spared From Deportation. For Now
Protestors support mother of two daughters whose brother was killed in El Salvador.
Feb 15th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
More Milwaukee Schools Getting Tested for High Lead Levels
Four schools in MPS with K4-8 students and older buildings now being tested.
Feb 15th, 2025 by Evan Casey
New MPS Superintendent Left Prior Job During Period It Faced Similar Criticism
Brenda Cassellius named Milwaukee superintendent as district faces numerous challenges.
Feb 14th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
