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Feb 03 2025 100 ep. 4 mins 34

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Lecture highlighting lesser-known stories of Black Americans in history returns to Marquette

Feb 03 2025 3 mins

A lecture series highlighting Black stories missing from American history books returns to Marquette University in honor of Black History Month.

What to know about MPD's pursuit policy

Feb 03 2025 4 mins

Last year, Milwaukee’s police department pursued more vehicles than ever before. Police pursuits are among the most dangerous duties officers perform and have resulted in several tragic bystander deaths in recent months. So, how does MPD determine when to pursue and when not to?

How will Trump policies ripple down to Wisconsin's environment?

Jan 31 2025 4 mins

It’s been a dizzying 11 days since Donald Trump’s second term in the White House began. The president has issued a slew of executive orders and directives—ranging from cracking down on immigration to reducing the federal workforce.

Secure gun storage program explained by Milwaukee-area military veteran who helped expand it

Jan 30 2025 4 mins

Mark Flower works out of the Medical College of Wisconsin.

Rally supports MPS teacher informing undocumented students' families about Safe Haven Resolution

Jan 30 2025 2 mins

Demonstration takes place as Alondra Garcia is suspended for a day.

The uncertain future of N/A bars in Wisconsin. And why they’re needed

Jan 29 2025 4 mins

As Dry January calls closing time, it’s a unique chance to consider the role alcohol plays in people’s lives. That’s especially true in Milwaukee, the Brew City, and across the state of Wisconsin. Within the last few years, multiple nonalcoholic bars have opened. In that same time, they’ve also closed.

The Latest: Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s federal funding freeze, Johnson and Moore weigh in

Jan 29 2025 2 mins

A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump administration freeze on federal grants and loans that could total trillions of dollars and cause disruptions in health care research, education programs and other initiatives.

The Trump Jan. 6 Pardons: Now a point of contention in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race

Jan 29 2025 4 mins

Conservative candidate Brad Schimel refuses to criticize the president for freeing rioters who assaulted law enforcement officers.

'It sends shockwaves': The trouble sharing ICE sightings over social media

Jan 27 2025 4 mins

As President Trump launches his mass deportation efforts, some immigrant communities are scrambling to alert others. But that information, usually spread over social media, isn’t always true. And that can be a problem.

Milwaukee Mayor Johnson aims to welcome immigrants without being 'targeted' by Trump

Jan 24 2025 4 mins

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson outlines how the city welcomes immigrants, but stops short of calling Milwaukee a sanctuary city fearing repercussions from the Trump administration.