Beats Me
Beats Me
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What Questions Do You Have For WUWM's Beat Reporters?Beats Me answers your questions about how education, the environment, race and innovation impacts life in southeastern Wisconsin.
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 trauma can have many “flavors,” according to Joshua Mersky, Ph.D.
Mar 23, 2020
4 min
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 by contaminants — from manure to PFAS — putting families’ health at risk. Some people feel there's not enough support when they have to deal with a contaminated well.
Feb 10, 2020
5 min
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 proposed 1,200-acre solar project west of the city of Jefferson, in Jefferson County.
Jan 27, 2020
4 min
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.
Jan 13, 2020
4 min
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 families and schools. But that mission extends beyond a single person in each building.
Dec 17, 2019
4 min
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 of the things that I found out is the position is really underrated," Eggson says.
Dec 16, 2019
4 min
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.
Dec 3, 2019
6 min
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 and their relatives often want to know more about the pharmaceutical and when it might be on the market.
Nov 25, 2019
5 min
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.
Nov 4, 2019
4 min
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. It's hoped the computer system will be ready by the time the Democratic National Convention comes to town next summer. But once finished, the access ratings could be used by anyone.
Sep 30, 2019
4 min
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