Megan Lee

1 week ago | tmj4.com | Megan Lee |Tony Aria

MILWAUKEE — A Milwaukee youth football team and cheerleader squad is fighting to keep the lights on at their practice field after learning the county plans to remove them due to maintenance costs. The MKE Buccaneers have called Smith Park off Teutonia Avenue home since 2017, when they relocated from another park due to safety concerns. "This park means a lot. This our park. This our home. When they come here, they feel at home," president and head coach of the MKE Buccaneers, Michael Galloway said.

1 week ago | tmj4.com | Megan Lee |Tony Aria

MILWAUKEE — The first day of Summerfest was filled with amazing performances, a lot of smiles, and good food. "It's as good as it gets," festivalgoer, Marie Bose said about the famous Saz's sampler platter at Summerfest. READ ALSO: Milwaukee's Summerfest and Juneteenth celebrations unite for historic dayThe Milwaukee festival staple is filled with fried favorites including Wisconsin cheese curds, sour cream and chive fries, and Bose's personal favorite.

1 week ago | tmj4.com | Megan Lee |Tony Aria

MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee Public Schools received 13 violations for lead safety issues on June 10 from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. "This is super super frustrating," a member of Lead-Safe Schools MKE, Ron Jansen said. According to DHS, from March 20 to June 9, there were instances when the district failed to post warning signs, missed paint chips while cleaning, and radiators were not covered while work was being done.

1 week ago | tmj4.com | Megan Lee |Tony Aria

MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Public Schools Board of Directors reviewed the district's lead remediation progress and heard community feedback on the proposed $1.5 billion budget for the 2025-2026 school year during Tuesday's meeting. READ ALSO: MPS superintendent reflects on first few months and looks toward future: 'We can't do this alone'The board received an update on the ongoing lead crisis from Facilities Director Mike Turza, who presented the MPS Lead Action Plan June Report.

1 week ago | tmj4.com | Megan Lee |Tony Aria

MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius is taking on significant challenges in her new role, including a lead crisis and financial issues, while working to improve education quality and safety for students. "Milwaukee can expect great things out of Milwaukee Public Schools," Cassellius said. Cassellius, who started on March 15, stepped into the position after community members demanded new leadership.