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5 things to know and do the weekend of Aug. 23
It’s Friday in Milwaukee, and here are some things we think you should know about. If you would like your event to be considered for this column, please submit your news by clicking here at least two weeks in advance. 1. Opening Reception: Friday, Aug. 23. Latino Arts Inc....
Jeanette Mitchell, founder of African American Leadership Alliance of Milwaukee, has died
Jeanette Mitchell, who founded the African American Leadership Alliance of Milwaukee in 2017 and served for three years as Milwaukee School Board president, died Sunday. Mitchell's eight-year stretch on the school board in the 1980s and '90s spanned three superintendents. She was known for her passion for education in the city. ...
College Possible Wisconsin helps students navigate new FAFSA application amid frustrations
MILWAUKEE — Applying for financial aid is a critical step in seeking higher education for many Wisconsin families, but this year, they faced some difficulties. Significant technical issues and delays with the rollout of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application system frustrated many. In an...
Northeastern Wisconsin Republicans react to the DNC, calling it 'bizarre' and 'it makes me want to puke'
GREEN BAY — The sea of 23,500 "Harris" signs. the Obamas and Clintons and Bidens. The cheese wedges atop the 95 Wisconsin delegates' heads. Beyoncé's "Freedom" thundering at the biggest party in the Midwest this week. Republicans three and a half hours north couldn't turn away from the music fast enough. "I can't...
2024 Liuna! 175 Qualifying Order: Key Drivers Set for Milwaukee’s Race
2024 Liuna! 175 Qualifying Order: As the 2024 Liuna! 175 approaches, the qualifying order reveals a competitive landscape at Milwaukee Mile, with Ty Majeski setting a formidable pace at 2.000 moments. Close on his heels, Christian Eckes demonstrates that the stress is palpable, while seasoned veterans like Grant Enfinger and emerging talents such as Taylor Gray add layers of intrigue to the race. With 37 drivers battling not just for victory but for essential points in the playoff structure, the tactical decisions made in the coming days will be crucial in shaping the outcome of this high-stakes event. What strategies might emerge as drivers assess their positions?
Kemper Center Executive Director Daniel Gaschke Resigns Amid Leadership Changes
Kenosha, WI (WLIP)–Daniel Gaschke has resigned as the Executive Director of the Kemper Center Inc., citing significant recent changes in the organization’s leadership and direction. Gaschke, who was hired as Executive Director in April 2024 after a thorough selection process that began in October 2023, announced his immediate...
West Nile Virus found in mosquitoes in Milwaukee area
MILWAUKEE — West Nile Virus (WNV) found in mosquitoes in Milwaukee County. The Health Departments of the City of Milwaukee, North Shore, and Wauwatosa confirm the first positive samples in mosquitos in the region since surveys started in July. In a statement, the health departments report that “[w]hile no...
Recall efforts against four members of the Milwaukee Public Schools Board fails to go to a vote
The Milwaukee Election Commission announced on Aug. 19 that the MPS School Board Recall Collaborative did not collect enough signatures to recall Milwaukee Public Schools Board of School Directors At-Large Representative Missy Zombor. The commission previously announced on Aug. 15 that the collaborative did not collect enough signatures to recall District 1 Representative Marva Herndon, District 2 Representative Erika Siemsen, and District 5 Representative Jilly Gokalgandhi.
West Nile virus in mosquitoes in MKE County
Mosquitoes in Milwaukee County have tested positive for West Nile virus.
'We Got This Garden' in Milwaukee celebrates end of season
MILWAUKEE - A Milwaukee community garden is reaping the reward of weeks of weeding, planting and growing. "We Got This Garden" held a celebration to end its season on Saturday, Aug. 24. "It’s actually pretty fun," Lamont Walker said. With a little shovel and a lot of patience, Walker...
Class Of 2025 Guard Kameron Herring Commits To Marquette Women’s Basketball
Goal #1 for Cara Consuegra when she was hired as Marquette’s new women’s basketball head coach was to make sure that she had a roster ready to go for 2024-25. With that wrapped up and seemingly done in early June, the recruiting attention shifts to getting a Class of 2025 signing class on the board.
Key 2023 Brewers reliever looking much more like himself since All-Star break
The 2023 Milwaukee Brewers bullpen surprised some people with how well they performed, mostly because of the new faces among the group of relievers. One of those new faces ended up being a key part of the late-inning strategy for the Crew. Joel Payamps was a solid reliever for his...
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