Uniquely Milwaukee

According to Catalyst, women make up less than 28 percent of the employees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields. Women of color come in even lower at less than 10 percent of STEM employees. But, an after school program called Girls Academy is looking to change those statistics. Listen below to learn about the

While stories of car theft and gun violence dominate the daily news, they might not truly reflect the reality in some Milwaukee neighborhoods. That’s the case in Amani.

The page’s description reads that its purpose “is not about living in the past, it’s an appreciation for the people, lives & architecture from Milwaukee’s past.” Click below to hear our interview with the creator of this Milwaukee history group.

February is Black History Month and I couldn’t let the month end without sharing a story about Milwaukee’s black history. Although to be fair, I celebrate black and Latino history every day. Milwaukee COA Youth & Family Center organized a Friday evening celebration of Milwaukee’s black history and black excellence called 50 Shades of Black.

Graffiti isn’t always a nuisance. It can tell a story, taking you to a specific moment in time, allowing you to share a moment with someone you’ve never met. And it’s everywhere…if you look hard enough. That’s exactly what OnMilwaukee’s Bobby Tanzilo did for this edition of Urban Spelunking — he captured 15 hidden pieces

Milwaukee’s chapter of the French Alliance will be celebrating their 100th anniversary in Milwaukee this year. Anne Leplae, the Executive Director of this branch, has worked for the organization for 20 years now. She’s truly an abundance of knowledge when it comes to French culture and heritage in Milwaukee from the 1900s up to now. Listen

A vacant Milwaukee hospital building is seeing substantial redevelopment and will soon serve those in need.

Ready for Love is a performance piece designed to make you feel a different type of love on Valentine’s Day.