Proponents of a new bill said the government must save the child care industry in order to save the economy.
Gina Giacobassi's family says she was fired after being bullied into buying alcohol for underage coworkers and then reporting the incident.
Hiwot Schutz, a 17-year-old Shorewood High School student, said being an ally means helping long after the local march disbands.
The rally is scheduled to begin Saturday at 1 p.m. as people are called to gather at Atwater Park.
As of Monday morning, April 27, Shorewood has seen 16 confirmed COVID-19 cases.
North Shore officials are urging voters to ask for an absentee ballot as early as possible.
Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.
If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.
It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.
Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.
Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!
A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?
You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?
Here is a list of local farms along with their ratings
With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.
Tips to keep you and your family safe during the summer months
Patch asked for your photos in our "It's Your Shot" promotion. Here are 5 of the best photographers answered the call.
Shorewood has been ranked as Wisconsin's best city for "Free Range Parenting." Find out which other Wisconsin cities made the list.
Hannah Rosenthal wrote the board of directors at the Milwaukee Jewish Federation this week, announcing her retirement plans.
Niche’s new rankings of best places to live ranked communities from A+ to D-. See how your community did.
Send us an awesome photo and have it - and the story behind it - shared with thousands of Patch readers across the Badger State.
Author Sharon De Pontes' latest book, Memories in the Land of Stardust, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.
Families, students and kids of all ages laced up their running shoes for a 5k and 1.5 mile fun run/walk at Estabrook Park.
This week's photo comes from a loyal Patch.com reader. This image captures this weekend's lovely weather as the sun sets over the shore.
Shorewood is the first municipality in Wisconsin to make AARP's Age-Friendly Community list - We call it a "silver medal" for Shorewood!
This first-of-its-kind public art installation will enable visitors to travel back in history to imagine the Twin Cities 400 once again.
The Badger state bucks the national trend a bit. Here are the top 100 names for Boys and Girls in Wisconsin.
Each day at noon, the public is invited to take part in the Fast Track Grand Launch of 600 kites. 100 Kites to be given to kids each day.
Where’s the best place to raise a family in Wisconsin? Here's what they say about Shorewood
The weekend weather is already off to a good start! Here are 5 family-friendly activities to help you get out and about!
Let's Be Holly, Jolly and Oh-So-Pet-Safe!
The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.
Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.
A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.
As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.
After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.
Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.
It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.
We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.
A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.
A former skinhead and the son of the slain Sikh Temple president are preaching peace and compassion at a local church Sunday afternoon.