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Milwaukee Recreation is set to host its annual Mother & Son Superhero Night at Hamilton High School on Saturday, November 9. This year marks the fifth anniversary of the event, which invites mothers and their sons, aged 1-8, for an evening filled with games, arts and crafts, and snacks.

Milwaukee Panthers face Cleveland State aiming to break winless streak

Following a recent stretch where the Milwaukee men's soccer team achieved regional ranking for the first time in three years, they aim to start a new winning streak.

Young runner reflects on endurance trek through boundary waters

In 2022, Sam Blascyk, then a junior at Duluth East High School in Minnesota, faced an unusual question: "How much do mosquitos bother you?" This inquiry came just before he and three friends set out on the 68-mile border route, an offshoot of the Superior Hiking Trail in the Boundary Waters between Minnesota and Canada. "It was an idea that was just spontaneously thought of at practice one day and we all said we'd do it," Blascyk recalled. Despite skepticism from their parents, who were concerned about the spontaneity of the plan, the group pressed forward with their adventure.

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee achieves emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution status

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) has reached a significant milestone, becoming the second four-year public university in Wisconsin to be recognized as an Emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution.

Milwaukee Panthers prepare for new basketball season with Media Day event

The Milwaukee basketball season for 2024-2025 is approaching, with the men's and women's teams preparing to start their campaigns. The men's team, led by head coach Bart Lundy, will begin their regular season on November 4 against Lakeland at the Klotsche Center, with a game time of 6 p.m.

Milwaukee County Education: 28,604 Hispanic students were enrolled in schools in 2023-24 school year

There were 28,604 Hispanic students enrolled in Milwaukee County schools in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

Local Government Meeting today in City of Milwaukee

City of Milwaukee City Council Meeting starting at 1 pm today — here's what you need to know!

National School Lunch Week highlights impact on children's health

Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is observing National School Lunch Week, which runs through October 18. This week-long event highlights the importance of nutritious school lunches and acknowledges the National School Lunch Program's role in providing meals to students who might not have regular access to food.

Milwaukee Panthers favored to win Horizon League title

The Milwaukee men's basketball team has been selected to finish first in the Horizon League regular season, according to the Under Armour preseason poll. The announcement was made by the league office and reflects the opinions of head coaches, SIDs, and media members.

Milwaukee resident: 'It’s offensive to me that they’re trying to use gender identity as a civil right.'

By Milwaukee City Wire reports | Oct 14, 2024

Charlene Abughrin, a resident of Milwaukee said about President Biden's new rules regarding Title IX protections "It’s offensive to me that they’re trying to use gender identity as a civil right."

Local Government Meeting today in City of Milwaukee

City of Milwaukee City Council Meeting starting at 9 am today — here's what you need to know!

Government events this week in City of Milwaukee: Oct. 13-19

The following events are scheduled to take place in City of Milwaukee this week.

Stephanie Wilson takes leadership role at WI ASLA

Stephanie Wilson, who serves as the design and development manager for Milwaukee Recreation, has assumed the role of president of the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (WI ASLA). Her appointment was confirmed at the annual national conference held in Washington D.C. earlier this month.

Milwaukee Public Schools seeks community input on long-range facilities plan

The Milwaukee community is being invited to participate in shaping the long-range plan for Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) buildings by completing a fall stakeholder survey. MPS has engaged Perkins Eastman, a consultant firm, to study district buildings, analyze data, and gather public input since April. The aim is to ensure that the district's learning spaces meet the needs of students and the community.

Parker Donahugh earns Horizon League defensive honors after stellar performances

Parker Donahugh, a player for the Milwaukee women's soccer team, has been recognized as the Horizon League Under Armour Defensive Player of the Week.

Wisconsin Lutheran College seeks public input ahead of accreditation review