Author: Lee Matz

Michelle Obama and Conan O’Brien surprised juniors from local high schools at Milwaukee Collegiate Academy on March 14, as part of her nationwide “Becoming” book tour. The private event was hosted by Reach Higher, and initiative launched by Mrs. Obama in 2014 to inspire every student in America to take charge of their future by completing their education past hight school. The high school juniors had gathered from different Milwaukee high schools to have an intimate conversation about education and social issues, when Mrs. Obama arrived unannounced. The students were speechless and excited. Mrs. Obama was in the city...

“The State of our City continues to improve. Overall, our economy is stronger, our neighborhoods are safer, and our future is brighter. Of course we have challenges, and we need people across Milwaukee, and beyond, to come together to address these challenges, and make sure Milwaukee is an inclusive, respectful, and fair city. There are many partners energizing our work: community groups, schools, churches, and business people. But today, there is one group in particular I want to highlight: city employees who dedicate their time to improving our community.” – Mayor Tom Barrett Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett delivered his...