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Thank a TeacherDo you ever think back on your past, and remember a teacher that really made a mark? Several have in my life. But one in particular was a woman many students feared when I lived in San Antonio Texas. Mrs.... Read more » 
Meekins MusingsSometimes it's easy to believe the worst of mankind. And, that you cannot trust anyone, especially strangers. But this week I had an experience that gave me a great feeling of hope. I had gone to Taco... Read more » 
No Horseplay Please!!!!
We did a story on the 10 pm news tonight about a fundraiser for breast cancer. That's obviously a wonderful cause. But the event was a water balloon contest. Where people lined up and threw water balloons... Read more »
Meekins MusingsOk, maybe it's me. But I must get something off my chest. It's really getting on my nerves. What is it with all of the abbreviated words these days? Why must everything be reduced by a few syllables. Case... Read more » 
Go Brewers!!!Isn't it wonderful to see a positive story that everyone can feel good about? Thanks to the Brewers making it into the post season, many people are feeling optimistic these days. Let’s face it, often... Read more » 
Positive Side of DUI ArrestWisconsin has had so many embarrassing cases of repeat drunk drivers that hopefully the latest calls for stiffer penalties will be heard. But one drunk driver pulled over in Sheboygan County really... Read more » 
Christmas in September?It's not even officially fall, but we are already seeing holiday commercials. Is it me, or is it just a weeee bit early. Don't get me wrong. I love the holiday season as much as anyone. It's just that... Read more » 
Susan G. Komen, Join the FightEvery year I look forward to the Susan G. Komen Milwaukee Race for the Cure. It takes place Sunday September 28. I am proud to be an honorary chair for this year's 10th anniversary event. The goal... Read more » 
Football's Coming..What happened to Summer!!Can you believe school starts Tuesday for most Milwaukee students? And football season starts this week. Wow!!! Where did summer go? It came and left as quickly as the Harley riders for the 105th anniversary... Read more » 
Positive Lessons from the OlympicsPerhaps the most positive story of the season is the Summer Olympics. Watching the athletes from all over the world compete on the world's stage, gives us insight into competition, sportsmanship, and... Read more » 
Sad Olympics RevelationLike most of the millions of viewers, I was dazzled and amazed at the great show China put on for the opening ceremonies at the Olympics. Now, like many I am dazzled and amazed for an entirely new... Read more » 
Lesson's from the Favre FiascoI think we can all learn lessons from the Brett Favre fiasco. It's a sobering reminder that no one is indispensable. I truly wanted Favre to come back. I am saddened but not shocked. It's important... Read more » 
Positively StupidThere are stupid crooks and then there are really stupid crooks. We tell you about them all the time. But my favorite of the week has to be the man in Miami Florida who really must have been hard up.... Read more » 
"The Real Heroes"I have two new heroes. No, they are not sports figures. They are not movie stars. They are not celebrities. But they are both an incredible. This week in "Positively Milwaukee," I introduced you to... Read more » 
Why I Am Never BoredCan I tell you a secret? This may shock you, but I can honestly say I have never been bored in my life. And I never remember being bored as a child. It's all because of my parents. We were too busy... Read more » 
A Couple's CourageA courageous couple is an important reminder that we all can help save lives. Read more » 
Brett Favre Come Back!!!!How can you say no to an MVP quarterback who has won one Super Bowl, and led the team to another? Read more » 
What's in a Name?Let's face it old habits die hard. It seems every time I remember my computer password the computer tells me I need to change it again. Very annoying. But I guess that's modern life these days. Nothing... Read more » 
Sunshine for Your HealthSometimes people look at me crazy when I tell them I lay out in the sun whenever I can. Yes, I know your thinking, why does an African American need sun. Well, the answer might astonish you. And you too... Read more » 
Welcome Back SummerfestThere's really nothing better than people-watching at Summerfest. I enjoy the sea of humanity. Mike Jacobs and I were live there for the 4,5,6 p.m. shows. The weather was perfect for the first night... Read more » 
Welcome Back BoIt's a day Bo Black thought may never happen. But it did. The former executive director of Summerfest is back in Milwaukee, throwing out the first pitch for the Brewers game. Just a few days before Summerfest,... Read more » 
Viewer Critique of Weather CoverageAs I've said many times, usually people are quick to complain and slow to praise. But every once in awhile, there are those are willing to send kinds words. After a weekend of double duty, our weekend... Read more » 
From Tornadoes to Floods
If your basement is dry, you have reason to rejoice. All over southeastern Wisconsin, people are cleaning up and drying out. Read more » 
Nicole Sell: Person of the WeekMy Positively Milwaukee Person of the Week goes to a 16 year old who stunned us in a press conference this evening. It is incredible that Nicole Sell is still alive. She was shot in the head after a drive-by... Read more » 
Bus Driver Attack / A Positive LessonWe've all shrieked in horror after watching the horrific attack on an innocent Milwaukee County bus driver. Now, maybe the city can breathe a collective sigh of relief. The suspect has been caught. A 17... Read more » 
A Woman's Mission of HopePastor Jeanetta Perry of Calvary Hill Apostolic Church is a beacon of hope for the inner city. Her Church at 3410 W. Burleigh is a bright spot in an area with signs of neglect. Pastor Perry is reaching... Read more » 
Joe Zilber: Milwaukee's Guardian AngelProbably the best part of my job is meeting people who I admire - those I instantly know are good. People with compassion. People who care. I have had the pleasure to interview Joseph Zilber twice... Read more » 
Viewer Feedback on Difficult StoryAnyone who works in Customer Service will tell you the same thing. People are quick to criticize, but slow to praise. It's the same in television news. The critics are loud, but often the voices of support... Read more » 
"More Local News Soon"Are you one of those who gets home too late for the early news and fall asleep before the late news? Well starting September 1 you will have a new option. TODAY'S TMJ4 is launching an expanded one hour... Read more » "I've Fallen and I Can Get Up"My day began pretty rough. I got up worked out, took a shower, stepped out of the shower only to take a tumble on the tile. My first reaction was to laugh. But then I thought, wow maybe I broke a my... Read more » 
Real Men Wear PinkOne of my favorite positive stories this week involves a 12 year old boy. He has been working in memory of his mom who recently lost her fight with breast cancer. Matthew Katzke is a 6th grader at... Read more » 
Springtime?Spring is here. Not so fast. It's not even May and you know what that means in Wisconsin. Yes, John Malan says next week, the temperatures will take a dive and we could, COULD see some frost, even snow... Read more » 
Reduce Your Chance Of CancerMore reasons to keep eating your veggies. You may keep cancer at bay. This story comes from Web site, positivenews.net "US studies show how fruits... Read more » 
Top Ten Ways to Cope with $4 a Gallon Gas10. Take leisurely walks along Lake Michigan. 9. Spend hours in your local library. 8. Double the time you spend in Milwaukee County Parks. 7. Plan to attend all free days at Zoos, Museums, and Festivals. 6.... Read more » 
Pledge of Peace/Atonement Lutheran Church and SchoolIt's a church with humanity and spirit. And its members are working to make Milwaukee better. Hopefully you got a chance to see this week's Positively Milwaukee. We highlighted the beginning of a major... Read more » 
See You Opening DayAre you heading out to Miller Park for opening day? Well, I hope I get to see you. Mike and I will be anchoring the 4, 4:30, 5 and 6 pm news from there. So, if you happen to be out enjoying the game... Read more » 
Church Destroyed but Prayers AnsweredOne of the best things about the news business is that your workday can change in a moment. Today when we all came in to work, we were about to go into the afternoon meeting when we got word of an explosion... Read more » Good for a LaughThanks to Judy Woodall who gave us all a good laugh with this jib jab video featuring Mike Jacobs, John Malan, and yours truly. Check it out. http://www.jibjab.com/sendables/view/H7JZ2lkwqts1uIJyStBjcfcO (Click... Read more » 
UWM Students to Fight CrimeIf you are like thousands of Americans, you are angry at the crime problems facing the nation. And the latest target appears to be campuses. We've reported on a rash of robberies UWM and Marquette lately.... Read more » 
Snowstorm Memory Fun and PoignantThis is one of my favorite pictures of last week's spring snowstorm. It comes from Brandon and Connor Novack in Belgium, Wisconsin. Now of course part of me loves this picture for its promotion of Channel... Read more » 
Help a Grafton Teen WinHow would you like to help a local teen win a 5 thousand dollar scholarship and help promote higher education. Well all vote for Lauren Moroder, a finalist in the ACT Poster Scholarship Contest. The... Read more » 
"Let It Snow, Let It Snow"...I'm sure by now your really getting psyched up for our spring snowstorm. Today our winter storm watch was upgraded to a winter storm warning..yipeeee!!!! Some spots could see a foot of snow. Wow!!! It's... Read more » 
Winter Storm Watch in Spring?!!!!Happy Spring!!! Not so fast. The national weather service has just issued a winter storm watch for late Thursday night. Which by now you probably are aware is the first day of spring. I guess it's a fitting... Read more » 
Atlanta Tornado Hits Close to homeI have been saying prayers of thanks this week after seeing the pictures of devastation and destruction in Atlanta. You see my sister Janice is Physician who lives in suburban Atlanta. I happened to... Read more » 
POSITIVELY OOPS!!!
"Don't look back." That can be advice good for life and even for live TV. I remember when I first began television news I would anguish over every little mistake no matter how small. It did not take me... Read more » "A Baby Who Can Read!!!"All I can say is I am very impressed. Click on the link and you will see something amazing. a 17 month old child who can read words. Even cursive writing. The funniest part of this video is when the child... Read more » 
I Choked On "Live at 5"
Ok, some days are better than others when it comes to live TV. Yesterday on the 5:00 news I was reading a story about the Bowling Congress possibly moving, and took a breath of air..and nothing came out... Read more » 
A Cheer for Daylight Saving TimeLets here it for Daylight Saving Time! The good news, we have more hours of daylight. The bad news, it usually takes a little time to adjust. I got plenty of sleep last night and woke up a little groggy.... Read more » |
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