Joy Powers
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Milwaukee, WI, United States
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Staffing issues at Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s hospital cause growing concern for patients
A look at Ascension Columbia St. Mary's staffing shortage and how it's impacting Wisconsin patients. → Read More
How low voter turnout impacts politics in Milwaukee
Voter turnout for Milwaukee’s mayoral elections has been low over the last two decades — but it wasn’t always this way, and it doesn’t have to be. Marquette University's Phil Rocco compares historical voter turnout to what we see today. → Read More
As Delta Variant Grows, Unvaccinated Wisconsinites Could Help It Become More Dangerous
The pandemic has returned with a fury. COVID-19 cases are once again rising as the delta variant wreaks havoc on communities around the country. Each newly-infected person is a chance for the virus to mutate and create newer and possibly more serious mutations. → Read More
Future of I-94: Update & Expansion Plan In Question
Since Gov. Tony Evers revived the plan to update and expand I-94 in Milwaukee, there has been controversy. Right now, the plan is on hold for at least a year as the Wisconsin Department of Transportation conducts a new environmental impact study. → Read More
Wisconsin State Budget Draws Criticism From Democrats & Republicans
Wisconsin recently passed its biennial state budget. Despite some major disagreements, Gov. Tony Evers signed the Republican-authored budget last week. But the budget is not without controversy on both sides of the aisle. → Read More
Rising Crime, Partisan Battling, Voting Rights: Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes Answers Your Questions
June was a month marked by a lot of celebrations, including LGBTQ Pride Month, the Bucks’ playoff run and Juneteenth. But we also saw a rise in crime and the continuation of partisan battles. To unpack some of these issues, Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes answers your questions. → Read More
Milwaukee Music Roundup: Valerie Lighthart, Eli Cash, Johanna Rose, Velocihamster
Matt Wild of Milwaukee Record brings his monthly roundup of new music from around the Cream City. → Read More
Was Milwaukee Once Surrounded By Nuclear Weapons?
The 1950s are seen as a golden age for the U.S., a time when the country was prosperous and the nuclear family reigned supreme. But the nation had another… → Read More
5 Things To Do This February In Milwaukee
Despite being the shortest month, February has a ton to offer when it comes to events in Milwaukee. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, Adam Carr from the → Read More
Through The Pandemic, Commercial Development Continues In Milwaukee
The coronavirus pandemic has crippled many parts of Milwaukee’s economy. Businesses have had to rely on government funding and are adapting their services → Read More
Debunking Election Claims: How Misinformation Is Slowing Wisconsin's Recount
The Wisconsin election recount is continuing in Milwaukee and Dane counties, but officials say uninformed observers are obstructing the process . It’s also → Read More
Author Anna Lardinois Explores Wisconsin's History Of Scandals In New Book
History can sometimes feel like a dry topic. A world made up of men in white wigs and pressed coats making important and dispassionate decisions.In… → Read More
Pandemic Takes Toll On Milwaukee Developments, But New Plans Continue To Be Announced
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, nearly every part of our lives has been impacted, including real estate developments. Here in Milwaukee, construction → Read More
Project On Milwaukee's North Side Emphasizes Affordable Housing
Despite the pandemic, construction has continued on new projects in the Milwaukee area. Although many of us are more focused on this health crisis, social → Read More
The History Of Protests In Milwaukee
The recent protests in Milwaukee have drawn a lot of comparisons with the Civil Rights protests in the 1960s. Most notably, activists marched for 200 → Read More
Tips To Help Pets Transition To Staying Home Alone
Working from home has been met with mixed reviews from people who’ve had to do it during the COVID-19 pandemic. But for most pets, this time has been a → Read More
5 Things To Do This May In Milwaukee
With the coronavirus pandemic and Wisconsin's stay-at-home order, it's difficult to go out and explore things happening in our community. But there are → Read More
Wisconsin's Dairy Crisis Escalates Due To Coronavirus Pandemic
The Dairy State is facing a dairy crisis and the pandemic has made things much worse. Already, Wisconsin's dairy heritage has been threatened by incredibly → Read More
Affordable Care Act Celebrates 10th Anniversary Amongst Uncertainty Of Coronavirus Coverage
The Affordable Care Act is celebrating its 10th anniversary. The landmark legislation has had a huge impact on the way health care operates in the United → Read More
Trump Impeachment Trial Has 'Exceedingly Compressed' Timeline Compared To Other Impeachment Trials
The Senate impeachment trial of President Donald Trump began Tuesday. Trump is charged with abuse of power and obstruction of justice, making him only the → Read More