Generational Trauma In Milwaukee: 'Even If They Can't Name It, They Feel It'
The American Psychological Association defines trauma as an emotional response to a terrible event like a natural disaster, an accident or a rape. But...
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Who Pays When A Private Well In Wisconsin Is Contaminated?
An estimated 900,000 Wisconsin households rely on private wells for drinking water. It seems with every passing day, we learn wells are being impacted...
Solar Farms And Wisconsin Cropland: A Good Mix?
More companies are pushing to build large solar energy farms in Wisconsin. The state's Public Service Commission is expected to vote soon on a propose...
The Challenges Of Being A Black Male In Milwaukee
Milwaukee has been called one of the most segregated cities in America, and one of the worst places for black people to live and raise their families....
As MPS Creates 'Strategic Plan' For Parent Engagement, Community Schools Could Provide An Example
As part of our Beats Me series, we spotlighted Milwaukee Public Schools parent coordinators , who are tasked with the on-the-ground work of connecting...
MPS Family Engagement Starts With Parent Coordinators
Tjuna Eggson has worked in Milwaukee Public Schools for more than 20 years. Twelve of those years, she’s had the title of ‘parent coordinator.’ "One o...
Recycling Do's And Dont's In The Milwaukee Area
The topic of recycling evokes a variety of reactions. For some people, their practice is a passion. For others, it's sheer confusion. We want to help ...
For Cancer Patients, Clinical Trial Process Offers Hope And Requires Patience
Cancer is the second-leading cause of death in the U.S., close behind heart disease. So, when there's talk of a new cancer drug discovery, patients an...
Native Americans: 'We're Not Museum Pieces. We're Still Very Much Here'
With street names like Winnebago and villages such as Mukwonago, there's no denying the historical presence of Native Americans in Wisconsin. That spu...
Accessibility Ratings For Buildings May Help Milwaukee's Disabled Community
A UW-Milwaukee center that works on disability issues is developing an online way to inform people about access to public buildings like restaurants. ...