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K-12 EducationMPS Training in Science of Reading Going Poorly
Board members 'getting emails up the wazoo' of teachers complaining about training.
by Terry Falk
Courts Left With Loose Ends When ICE Detains Criminal Defendants
Bail forfeited, defendants don't get their day in court, victims don't get to testify.
by Paul Kiefer
Nursing No Longer a Professional Degree, Says Trump Administration
Slashing federal student loans for nurses could contribute to shortage in Wisconsin.
Nov 23rd, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
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Nov 23rd, 2025 by Urban Milwaukee
Early Childhood Programs Declining in Milwaukee
A systemic failure: County can't make up for underfunding at federal and state level.
Nov 23rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Nov 23rd, 2025 by Urban Milwaukee
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Nov 22nd, 2025 by Urban Milwaukee
Wisconsin Schools Still Waiting for ‘Lifeline’ Federal Funding
At stake: $22 million for 20 schools with tribal land, 40% of one district's budget.
Nov 22nd, 2025 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio
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Nov 22nd, 2025 by Urban Milwaukee
Wisconsin Democratic Party Far Ahead of GOP in Federal Fundraising
A 4-1 edge over Republicans in October as parties vie for control of Congress.
Nov 22nd, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
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Nov 22nd, 2025 by Urban Milwaukee
WisconsinEye, State’s Public Access Channel, Might Shut Down
The network says they will stop all coverage Dec. 15 if they are unable to receive enough donations to continue operations.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Full Cost of New Police Contract
City will need to absorb large, complicated costs.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Thanksgiving Food Drive Offers Free Meal Kits
Sherman Phoenix set to distribute turkeys, hams and side dishes Nov. 25. Several other giveaways planned.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
As Wisconsin Eyes Mobile Sports Betting, Studies Warn of Financial Fallout
Mobile sportsbooks make gambling effortless—but new research shows they also impose several hidden costs.
Nov 21st, 2025 by John D. Johnson
The Connection Between Life Expectancy, Poverty and Partisanship
An ALEC report on rich and poor states doesn't tell the whole story.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Bruce Thompson
MPS and Carmen Are Breaking Up
Charter network must find a new home for all of its schools.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
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Nov 21st, 2025 by Urban Milwaukee
Bartender James Potter
Nomadic Beverage Co. owner talks charcoal, clarification and citric acid.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Lawsuit Seeks To Shield Owners of Contaminated Land From Cleanup Costs
Business lobby says owners who didn't cause contamination shouldn't have to pay for cleanup.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Estimating Failure Results in Special Education Aid Falling Short of Touted Record Level
Result could be more school district referendums.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
House Unanimously Strips Budget Provision That Would Have Benefitted Sen. Ron Johnson, Others
The provision would let Johnson and 7 other Senators sue the DOJ for at least $500,000.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
New Policy Makes It Easier To Transfer Between UW Campuses
But faculty, some students, have concerns over curriculum changes.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Leaders Celebrate Opening of Wisconsin’s Largest Private Affordable Housing Complex
The Corliss will eventually include 576 affordable apartments across eight buildings.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Why the Common Council’s Amended Budget is Good Policy for Milwaukee
Council's budget amendments are a statement of Milwaukee's values.
Nov 20th, 2025 by Alds. Marina Dimitrijevic and Russell W. Stamper, II
Literary Nonprofit To Take Over The Bindery
Bay View printing and community hub finds well-known new occupant.
Nov 20th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
A Potpourri of Holiday Events Will Fill The Weekend
Deer District becomes Cheer District, New Wave Fest, MAM after Dark and the Domes holiday show.
Nov 20th, 2025 by Michael Holloway
