7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Zero Tolerance, Former MPS Teacher Assaults Autistic 5-Year-Old (Hour 1)

Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman dissect coffee names and their go-to morning beverages. Then they reflect on the importance of Milwaukee’s history as the Miller High Life Theatre and UWM Panther Arena’s push for historic status. They break down their favorite venues to visit, what these landmarks have meant to the community and the growing changes in Milwaukee’s downtown area. Later, Homer and Bailey, discuss the troubling story of a 5-year-old autistic student assaulted by a former MPS teacher. They explore the responsibilities educators carry, and when to know to step away from a job before many lives are affected. They also talk about solutions like accountability, zero-tolerance policies, and the role of elected officials in protecting students. Then Bailey and Homer break down MATC’s removal of DEI programs and the impact on the institution and its funding.