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MPS School Uniform Policy Faces Criticism
Won’t achieve its goals, critics say. Parents divided, survey found.
Mar 8th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
City Approves Schlitz Park Upgrades
$875,000 in new TIF spending for safety measures and better RiverWalk access.
Mar 2nd, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
ACLU Suit Challenges Milwaukee Police
Charges key technique, “tens of thousands" of police stops, is unconstitutional.
Feb 26th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
My 5 Milwaukee Valentines
From rising stars to an angry sheriff, the Milwaukeeans who most deserve some love.
Feb 14th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Subsidizes The State
The city gets only 66 cents in state spending for every dollar in state taxes paid.
Feb 14th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
An Anchor For Northwest Side
Silver Spring Neighborhood Center offers child care, education, food pantry, hope.
Feb 10th, 2017 by Naomi Waxman
Taking Aim at Voucher Schools
A JS reporter’s story details disturbing problems -- but not in her own newspaper.
Feb 9th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Local Activists Join Dakota Protest
They join Standing Rock Sioux Tribe to oppose North Dakota oil pipeline.
Jan 25th, 2017 by Edgar Mendez
Lax Rules Expose Kids To Lead-Tainted Water
Gaps in federal drinking standards leave schools and day care centers untested.
Dec 19th, 2016 by Cara Lombardo and Dee J. Hall
Connecting Students to Blue Collar Jobs
Career fairs at Bradley Tech look to recruit students as early as freshman year.
Dec 1st, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Is Charter School Bubble About to Burst?
Their shaky financing is causing failures locally, nationally. Yet Trump wants more.
Nov 28th, 2016 by Terry Falk
Housing Resource Fair Impacts Neighborhoods
Workshops, information help home owners with fix-ups and financing repairs.
Nov 26th, 2016 by Clara Hatcher
Why Schools Are Increasingly Unequal
Act 10 and era of school referendums causes bigger gap between haves and have nots.
Nov 15th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Blacks Slammed by Municipal Court Fines
73% of municipal court fines hit city’s African Americans, totals $23 million over four years.
Nov 4th, 2016 by Edgar Mendez
Signs of Progress at MPS
More families choosing the system and more students succeeding.
Oct 28th, 2016 by Darienne Driver
A Riot of Good Intentions
Or how a small city green space was killed by countless improvements.
Oct 27th, 2016 by Tom Bamberger
Why State’s MPS Takeover Plan Died
In changing state ratings to protect choice schools, Republicans ended up killing OSPP.
Oct 27th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
City’s Lead Water Lines At Issue
Activist group demands more action, replacing all service lines could cost more than $700 million.
Oct 20th, 2016 by Edgar Mendez
MPS Sets Sights on Increased State Funding
Buoyed by victory on OSSP takeover law, union and parents call for funding equity.
Oct 18th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Vicki Pulliman
"This city is really a diamond that I feel has yet to be unearthed…"
Sep 26th, 2016 by Newaukee
Tour Highlights Sherman Park
Common Ground has redeveloped 75 homes in the area, tour highlighted many of the homes.
Sep 24th, 2016 by Allison Steines
Limited Funds for Bike Trails, Bike Safety
WisDOT grabs more than half of $16 million for biking, walking and spends on roads.
Sep 9th, 2016 by Tom Held
Why Schools Are Abandoning Zero Tolerance
Even the theory’s biggest promoter has. But what is the alternative?
Sep 8th, 2016 by Terry Falk
City Health Department Hits the Road
Health fair immunizes students, tests department’s ability to handle mass outbreak of virus.
Sep 4th, 2016 by Clara Hatcher
Why Did State’s ACT Test Scores Plummet?
Actually achievement hasn’t dropped. But we were never as good as we claimed.
Aug 31st, 2016 by Terry Falk
The Battle Over Charter Schools
NAACP declares opposition and is criticized by charter supporters like Howard Fuller.
Aug 23rd, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Abele Relents on Domes Committee?
Says he will accept county board committee on Mitchell Park Domes. But will he?
Aug 19th, 2016 by Virginia Small
Police Outreach to Teens a Failure
Violence over weekend dramatizes issue. School board called for changes in outreach program.
Aug 15th, 2016 by Terry Falk
Westlawn Gardens Begins Rebuilding Process
Residents moving out as state’s largest public housing complex gets torn down, rebuilt.
Jul 27th, 2016 by Andrea Waxman
Schools With Low-Income Students Can Succeed
But they tend to be charter schools. Will Abele use OSPP to create more?
Jul 20th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
All Lives Matter? Yes and No.
Criticism of Black Lives Matter ignores the history behind the protests.
Jul 18th, 2016 by Joey Grihalva
Can MPS Learn From the Data?
Its rejection of the Opportunity Schools Partnership is merely one sign the answer is no.
Jul 13th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Black Mentoring Program Called Nationally Unique
GMC’s MKE Fellows program provides college scholarships, mentoring for black youth.
Jul 1st, 2016 by Amelia Jones
MPS Creates More Community Schools
New reform comes after school board rejects proposed state OSPP plan by Abele.
Jun 29th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
The Power of Common Ground
Nonprofit advocacy group has had huge impact on city, though some grumble about their tactics.
Jun 20th, 2016 by Virginia Small
Atty Mark Thomsen’s Tudor Mansion
New appointee to state Elections Commission overhauled his East Side mansion.
Jun 17th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Founder of Innovative Alliance School Steps Down
Tina Owen, who started one of "nation’s most innovative" schools, will pursue Harvard doctorate.
Jun 9th, 2016 by Edgar Mendez
Opponents Agree New Education Funding Model Needed
Union leader, key Republican and DPI all want a student centered approach to state funding.
Jun 2nd, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
More Breweries Coming
East Side's first urban brewery, city's first hard cider bar and Pabst Brewery plans.
May 31st, 2016 by Mitchel Writt
Arts @ Large Purchases 1890s Building
Built by Patrick Cudahy, the building housed a meat market. It's soon to be a haven for artists.
May 27th, 2016 by Andrea Waxman
MPS Teachers Oppose State Partnership Plan
They demand specifics; Demond Means denies he will “takeover” failing schools.
May 21st, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Why Urban School Chiefs Fail
The lessons of former MPS superintendent Gregory Thornton’s firing in Baltimore.
May 19th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Two MPS Schools in State’s Top 10
U.S. News ranks Reagan and King above most suburban high schools.
Apr 28th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
12 Things Will Decide Domes’ Future
Politicians will decide their fate, but citizens can lead the way. 12 issues are key.
Apr 22nd, 2016 by Virginia Small
The Mystery of Abele’s Domes Committee
Who’s serving on his advisory committee? So far, he won’t say.
Apr 14th, 2016 by Virginia Small
Let’s All Talk About Guns
Rep’s “American Song” offers strong one-man show on the topic followed by second act of community discussion.
Mar 21st, 2016 by Dominique Paul Noth
Duel Over the Domes
Abele and county board creating dueling committees to address damaged domes.
Mar 16th, 2016 by Virginia Small
MPS Defends Its Handling of Bomb Threat
School system defends decision not to notify parents about bomb threat at South Division.
Mar 13th, 2016 by Andrea Waxman
Star Performer Visits High School
Marcus Center arranges visit to MPS school by star of ‘Cabaret.’
Mar 2nd, 2016 by Jim Cryns
Sojourner Center One of Nation’s Largest
$20 million family peace center offers array of services to domestic abuse victims, families.
Feb 9th, 2016 by Andrea Waxman
Alliance School Is National Trend-Setter
The anti-harassement, anti-bullying philosophy of MPS Charter school emulated by others.
Jan 20th, 2016 by Ryan McCarthy
How Community Prosecutors Prevent Crime
Special unit focuses on collaborating with community and crime prevention.
Jan 18th, 2016 by Laura Thompson
What Has Mayor Barrett Accomplished?
After nearly 12 years in office, his impact can be seen -- if you look hard.
Jan 14th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
The Impact of New Development
Study of 7 new buildings shows big revenue, big return for local government.
Jan 11th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee College Prep Grows to 4 Schools
Elementary schools chartered by UWM serve 2,000 students, 98% black and mostly poor.
Jan 7th, 2016 by Thomas Salinas
Schools Challenged by Declining State Aid
State aid to schools declined by $1.1 billion under Walker; choice funding rose by 77%.
Jan 4th, 2016 by Graham Kilmer
Ten Predictions for 2016
A new downtown strip club, less crime, more Sheriff Clarke. It's all coming… we think.
Jan 2nd, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
State Has Worst Black-White Learning Gap
Despite decades of efforts to close gap, little improvement has occurred.
Dec 19th, 2015 by Abigail Becker
We Need Equity in High School Cycling
Some schools lack access to designated mountain bike trails. But there is a solution.
Dec 18th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
MPS Changing How it Handles Charter Schools?
Superintendent Driver and some school board members want to clarify process.
Nov 22nd, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
How Liberals Imitate Right Wing
Their stance on Abele and charter schools is just as close-minded as right wingers.
Nov 19th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Teen Bike Racer Inspires
A Milwaukee High School Mountain Bike Team member personifies the spirit of biking.
Nov 14th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
Milwaukee School Named After Ben Carson
The Benjamin Carson Academy of Science "fails to meet expectations." Remind you of anyone?
Nov 9th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Vote Favoring Pulaski & Carmen Partnership Surprises
Harris changes position, school board okays it, opponents question decision.
Nov 4th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
How Schools Are Over-Testing Students
New study of big city schools, including Milwaukee, shows way too many standardized tests being given.
Oct 29th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Chris Larson’s War Against Abele
State senator running for county executive blasts Abele with personal attacks, will divide Democrats.
Oct 15th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Will Pulaski and Carmen Schools Partnership Get Okay?
Supporters say it could improve Pulaski's poor results, but teachers union and some board members may resist.
Sep 29th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Walker’s Post-Campaign “To Do” List
Back from his failed presidential campaign, what are his policy priorities for the state?
Sep 28th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Bike Ride Celebrates Harvest Day
Walnut Way energizes annual Harvest Day with community bike ride
Sep 15th, 2015 by Stephanie Harte
Many Killed by Teens Illegally Carrying Guns
Laws make possession illegal, but 6% of MPS teens reported having guns.
Aug 30th, 2015 by Sean Kirkby
Civic Groups Fight MPS “Takeover” Plan
Coalition of 22 groups assails state plan giving county exec power over struggling schools.
Aug 27th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
The Night of the Hunter
David Niec spends long hours in the night woods to create unique paintings.
Aug 21st, 2015 by Rose Balistreri
Questions for Xalaat African Dance
Winners of Rainbow Dance Competition in 2013 and 2014, the group marries African music and dance.
Jul 31st, 2015 by Helen Koth
Bucks Arena Winners and Losers
We count 33 winners, from strip clubs to Scott Walker to the streetcar, and 12 losers, including Frank Gimbel, the Brewers and Seattle.
Jul 17th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Will Teachers Desert Wisconsin?
Many teachers say they feel undervalued. And statistics show turnover of teachers and a reduction in education candidates.
Jul 16th, 2015 by Paul M. Doro
MPS and Non-Profits Teamed Up to Rescue Carver Academy
School that was failing "by every measure" is now changing its culture.
Jul 12th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
A Community Leader for 30 Years
Sojourner center's executive director Carmen Pitre has been helping vulnerable people for more than three decades.
Jun 24th, 2015 by Andrea Waxman
MPS Board Will Reconsider Controversial Charter School
School would be run by former head of Teach for America, but board is divided on the issue.
Jun 7th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
GOP Legislators Redo Much of Walker’s Budget
It’s rare for so much of a governor’s budget to be changed.
Jun 1st, 2015 by Steven Walters
Why Doesn’t Milwaukee Embrace Charter Schools?
Data shows they work better than MPS schools, but board adamantly opposes them.
May 20th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
State Bucks Arena Plan Fleeces Milwaukee
Proposed sports district gives all legal protection to the state and sticks it to Milwaukee, both financially and politically.
Apr 23rd, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
The Charter School Advantage
A new study shows charter schools outperform MPS schools. But they still trail the average state school.
Apr 15th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Program Helps Many Teens Get Driver’s License
COA gives scholarships for hundreds of city kids to get their license; $300 cost is otherwise unaffordable.
Apr 10th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Mr. Milwaukee Tour Guide
You might say Adam Carr is Milwaukier Than Thou. He’s the perfect tour guide for YP Week.
Apr 2nd, 2015 by Andrew McCann
MPS Commitment Schools Show Improvement
Federally funded schools have raised student achievement in reading and math.
Mar 29th, 2015 by Molly Rippinger
City Plan Will Rescue The Worst Playgrounds
City and foundation money will be spent to upgrade the 12 most deteriorated playgrounds in Milwaukee.
Mar 25th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Should City/County Donate More to NBA Arena?
Actually, local taxpayers will be donating $450 million. But the press won’t report the details.
Mar 24th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Neighborhood Leaders Applaud Barrett’s Speech
Mayor's state-of-the-city speech details plans for neighborhood development and partnerships with city.
Mar 13th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Federal Cuts Challenge Local Food Programs
Funding reduced though number of county Food Share recipients hasn't declined.
Mar 10th, 2015 by Molly Rippinger
Rotary Club’s Impact on the City
The club, a Mandi finalist, has created a food program for the poor and the Arboretum along Milwaukee River.
Feb 26th, 2015 by Matthew Wisla
Could Milwaukee Have a Measles Outbreak?
Rate of vaccination here is increasing but still not high enough to assure no outbreak occurs.
Feb 22nd, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Milwaukeean Scores Top NYC Job
Phil Walzak, who ran campaigns for Kohl, Barrett and Abele, is now a high-paid aide and good buddy of New York Mayor de Blasio.
Feb 11th, 2015 by Michael Horne
The Impact of Right to Work Laws
State Republican leaders want to pass such a law. What will be the impact on jobs and wages?
Jan 7th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Can Milwaukee Upgrade to Gold Ranking?
City officials pledge to work towards upgrading the city's national, bicycle-friendly ranking from bronze to gold.
Dec 19th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
72% of MPS High School Students Are Truants
"Habitual students" have at least 5 unexcused absences per semester. Many get picked up by police.
Nov 18th, 2014 by Kelly Meyerhofer
The Legacy of Annette Polly Williams
The author of school choice later became its opponent. Williams was controversial -- and misunderstood -- right to the end.
Nov 11th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Program Trains Teachers to Handle Urban Schools
UW-Milwaukee's Institute for Urban Education, founded in 2007, keeps growing and now trains 50 students per year.
Nov 9th, 2014 by Raina J. Johnson
MPS Board President Demands Reporter Be Replaced
Bonds demands Erin Richards get pulled from MPS beat, Journal Sentinel refuses, and whole thing descends into a bizarre comedy.
Oct 31st, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
MPS Targets Underperforming Schools
14 schools will each get $300,000 in federal funds as part of three-year "Commitment Schools" program.
Oct 14th, 2014 by Molly Rippinger
Fuller Endorses Common Core
Former MPS superintendent says the educational standards are good for students and teachers.
Oct 1st, 2014 by Matthew Wisla
