Milwaukee Public Schools

Milwaukee Public Schools expands Stop, Grab and Go locations

Four food truck sites and an additional school have been added

Milwaukee Public Schools to remain closed for the remainder of the school year

Gov. Tony Evers gives order for all Wisconsin K–12 schools to remain closed

Near-Record Year for School Referendums

Spring election’s voters pass more than 80% of local school funding referendums.

12 Election Takeaways

How high was turnout, lawyers will be busy, girl power, streetcar wins again and a new council president?

21 Winners and Losers

Beyond the candidates, what was the election about, who were the other winners and losers?

MPS Referendum Passes with Overwhelming Support

School Districts Adjust to Distance Learning

Drop-offs, drive-ups and digital classrooms being used in state’s schools.

Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors Candidates

Only three of the 18 races are contested.

Common Council Candidates

Ten contested races could reshape 15-member council.

Milwaukee Will Have Only Five In-Person Voting Sites

As city is short over 1,000 poll workers, polling sites reduced from 180 to 5.

Barrett, Taylor Debate Remotely for Mayor

Barrett says he's a stable hand in tumultuous time. Taylor she's already leading.

MPS Teachers Using Tech To Engage Students

The district isn't holding online classes, but some teachers are still at work.

Barrett Calls for Mail-In Only Election, Delay

Calls on governor to move back election "or this issue is going to explode."

Milwaukee Cancels Early Voting

UPDATE: Barrett calls for election to be postponed or switched to mail-in only voting.

State’s Schools Scramble to Teach Online

Uneven access to virtual classrooms, mixed results at MPS, other school districts.

MPS’ rapid COVID-19 response, Educators’ commitment to students show crucial role public schools play in Milwaukee Community

Youth Orgs Staying Connected Remotely

Staying in touch with youth, connecting them with resources, in the age of social distancing.

Milwaukee Food Pantries and Meal Programs Still Running

Plus, ways you can help.

Voters Wanting Absentee Ballot Must be Registered by March 18th

But the deadline for registered voters to request absentee ballots is April 2nd.

Bars, Restaurants Ordered to Close

Milwaukee and 10 suburbs order no in-house service. Carryouts and delivery only.

MPS Offers Breakfast and Lunch To Go

Free breakfast, lunch and instructional kits offered at 20 school sites, see our list.

Milwaukee Public Schools to begin distribution of meals and instructional materials

Twenty 'Stop, Grab & Go' locations will be available for MPS students while schools are closed

Second Coronavirus (COVID-19) Case Discovered in the City of Milwaukee

Milwaukee Public Schools and the City of Milwaukee Health Department to give update

Gov. Evers Mandates Closing All K-12 Schools

Governor expects to reopen schools on April 6.

Milwaukee Public Schools close effective Monday, March 16, 2020

Milwaukee Will Cut Down 900 of Its Ash Trees

Federal grant funds replacement of trees ravaged by Emerald Ash Borer.

Why The MPS Referendum Is Needed

The data shows MPS trails other metro area districts in per-pupil spending.

Ideas of Influence and Exchange Explored in Milwaukee Art Museum’s New Season of Exhibitions and Events

Quilts inspired by travels and memories from childhood, personal connections between a photographer and her subjects and design exchanges between the U.S. and Scandinavia highlight the Museum’s upcoming season.

Milwaukee Public Schools Four-year Graduation Rate Rises

MPS continues to show gains in four-year student outcomes

11 Key Details About the Convention Center Expansion

Plus: Rite-Hite moving to city, Mitchell Street mystery, Lower East Side projects still alive.

Travaux Gets Entrepreneurial

City-affiliated entity lands private contract to oversee construction.

South Side Playfield Will Get Overhaul

Modrzejewski will see new life under plan from Milwaukee Recreation.

New Safe and Sound Leader a City Insider

Joe’Mar Hooper pledges to take organization to new heights.

No, This Monstrosity Isn’t Historic

Century-old Wisconsin Ave. mansion can become a parking lot, Historic Commission rules.

Board Seeks Unified Approach to Services

County approves One Milwaukee Task Force, aims to unify county, city and MPS services for high need neighborhoods.

Why I’m Canvassing for MPS

Knocking on strangers doors? I couldn’t help wonder what I’d gotten myself into.

City’s African American Auto Deaths Soar

Up by 93% in five years, report finds. Statistic is “shocking,” says Ald. Murphy

Safe & Sound Announces New Executive Director

Joe’Mar Hooper brings leadership experience, local ties, and passion for community to his new role

Larson Acquires Four More Union Endorsements: AFSCME, UAW, SEIU, & MTEA

MTEA Endorses Chris Larson for Milwaukee County Executive

Common Council Races

Six of 15 Common Council seats feature three or more candidates.

Circuit Court Candidates

Three candidates competing for judgeship.

A Report Card for Milwaukee Schools

State data shows charter and choice schools typically outperform traditional public schools.

Poll Shows Surprising Support for MPS

Most think MPS needs more funding and would back it in the referendum, poll shows.

East Side Home Design Approved

After 18 months of debate, two new East Side homes in historic district okayed.

Snow Emergency Requiring Alternate Side Parking In Effect

Milwaukee Recreation is Ready to Dance

17th annual Daddy/Daughter Dance is set for Feb. 15th

Nicholson Proposal to Coordinate City, County, MPS Services Adopted

"ONE Milwaukee" Initiative Will Bridge Infrastructure Gaps and Align Services to Improve Outcomes for Residents

Is MPS Truly Willing to Stand Against Hate?

Teacher Travis Sarandos must be held accountable for his despicable public remarks

MPS observes Black Lives Matter National Week of Action

Daily events planned February 3-7, 2020

Report Finds ACT Test Decline Since 2014

State’s students less college ready, ‘alarming' black vs white achievement gap.

MTEA Sponsors 2020 Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action

Q&A With Circuit Court Candidates Part Two

Blomme, Dedinsky and Whitney make their case for election to Branch 5. Part Two

Custer’s Last Stand in Milwaukee

There’s still a city street that honors him. Or is it named after a Town of Granville settler?

Q&A With Circuit Court Candidates

Blomme, Dedinsky and Whitney make their case for election to Branch 5. Part 1 of two-part story.

Crane Added to City Plan Commission

Menomonee Valley Partners deputy Catrina Crane has long worked on economic development.

Milwaukee Recreation is Ready to Dance

17th annual Daddy/Daughter Dance is set for Feb. 15th.

Nicholson Calls for Better City-County Coordination of Services

Proposed "ONE Milwaukee" Task Force will bridge infrastructure gaps and align services to improve outcomes for residents.

MPS Playgrounds Going Green

Better for students and less stormwater runoff pours into sewer system.

Do Selective Schools Help Poor Students?

If not, what's their real purpose?

Wisconsin Conservatory of Music Receives National Endowment for the Arts Award

Second New East Side Home Revealed

Designs submitted for second new home in North Point Historic District.

The Rationale for MPS Referendum

Despite scare stories, ballot initiative asks for annual funding increase of $87 million, not $640 million.

Remembering John Pawasarat

UWM researcher had huge impact with his studies.

Milwaukee Bucks to Partake in National Mentor Month

How Does Residency Change Affect Teachers?

24% of MPS teachers now live outside city. Does that matter?

How Business Leaders Caused Black Poverty

Union busting, opposition to minimum wage helped drive inequality.

Rep. Brostoff Statement on Voucher Schools and Property Taxes

Voucher Schools Drive up Property Taxes, With Little to Offer in Return

Chief Morales Reappointed for Four Years

Commission grants police chief a full term, requires public meeting, reports.

Milwaukee Board of School Directors Will Vote on Referendum Question

Board to discuss referendum ballot question and financial scenarios at regular monthly meeting

What Is State Doing About School Security?

$96.2 million for security upgrades and training. Has that addressed the problem?

Milwaukee Board of School Directors Accepts Task Force Report

Express Yourself Milwaukee Announces Daylong Farewell Celebration this Friday, December 13, 2019!

Farewell Celebration includes Six Pop-Up performances around Milwaukee and a Finale Show and Celebration at EXYOMKE Studio from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

After Shootings Officials Discuss School Safety

Should security be beefed up at MPS, other school districts? Opinions vary.

Say Yes To MPS Referendum

As a parent and longtime MPS volunteer, I’ve seen why the schools are a great investment.

Milwaukee Recreation Opens Twilight Center at Andrew Douglas Middle School

Ribbon cutting set for Wednesday, December 4 at 5:00 p.m.

5 Milwaukeeans to Be Thankful For

Milwaukee is a better -- and far more interesting place -- because of these five folks.

10 Steps to Stop Reckless Driving

Mayor, council need to crack down. Here’s how.

Four community leaders receive Greater Together Awards from GMF

“Congratulations to our 2019 Greater Together Award recipients whose pioneering and selfless work will inspire others for years to come.”

Journal Square Will Be Hundreds of Apartments

Plus: Packed week of affordable housing news, and Cheesehead expansion.

117-Year-Old School Getting Transformed

Developer will turn MPS school he once attended into 40-unit apartment complex.

New Initiative Challenges Metro Milwaukee Creative Industry To Diversify by Hiring At Least 1,600 Minority Employees By 2030

Initiative Launches With Free Dec. 4 Event, Participation in Mayor’s Summer Youth Internship Program

MPS School To Become Apartments

Plus community programming in unused expanded building on far northwest side.

Still More Positive News on Voucher Schools

Big jumps in test scores for School Choice students.

Warren Plan Gives Needed Help to MPS

Would mean a massive new federal investment in public schools.

Task Force Explores Cost of Fulfilling MPS Needs

The 32 members will develop a formal recommendation for the school board at its concluding meeting December 10.

Rite-Hite May Move to Reed Street Yards

Plus: Water leak delays BMO Tower, city exploring Plan B for former Schlitz tavern.

Taylor Slams Barrett Over Residency

Mayoral candidate cites losses since residency requirement ended by Legislature.

NAEP Test Results Bad News for MPS

They’ve also gone down for the state. How can we do better?

Gokhman House Sails Through Commission

New design met with universal approval by Historic Preservation Commission.

Remembering Mildred Harpole

Beloved activist for education equity, equal rights, dies in her 80s.

Greater Milwaukee Complete Count Committee Holds Community Kick-Off to Prepare for the 2020 Census

"The more people we count means more federal money and fairer elections."

MPS Program Offers “Ambitious Instruction”

Will new approach mean more skills taught or more teaching to the test?

Lurie’s Bay View Proposal Revived

Plus: MPS unveils new schoolyards, Cambria hotel opens, Athea expanding chemical plant

Revised Design for New East Side Homes

Gokhman changes designs for proposed homes in North Point Historic District.

MPS hosts Job Fair

Variety of career opportunities available including kitchen managers, school paraprofessionals, substitute teachers, and building service helpers

State Affirmative Action Council recognizes WisDOT diversity efforts

State Patrol Superintendent Burrell receives leadership award

Milwaukee County Needs a Bold Vision

Creative leadership could save money, pay for more services.

Private School Vouchers Cost $350 Million

Public schools lose millions, led by $37 million deducted from MPS funding, DPI data shows.

Segregation in Milwaukee Area Schools

The data tells a sobering story of racial and economic separation.