$5,000 For Every Adult? Trump Pitch Divides Wisconsin Delegation
Tiffany and Van Orden praise the idea, while Baldwin and others call it a gimmick and a bribe.
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September 12, 2026
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A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Sep 12th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Veolia Sues MMSD, Alleges Biased Contracting Process
Veolia claims MMSD drove contract to competitor, didn't properly review contract and let outside group manipulate process.
Sep 11th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Searching For Answers on Water Street Violence
But area alderman thinks there is only one option left.
Sep 11th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Silver City Fest Marks 15 Years With New Location Saturday
Family-friendly festival shifts off National Avenue amid road work but keeps free fun and culture.
Sep 11th, 2026 by Meredith Melland, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
MPS Announces Who Will Review School Closures, Improvements
15-member 'Great Schools Committee' will tackle thorny issue. New budget committee also created.
Sep 11th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Donald Baumgartner Remembered In Music, Dance And Laughter
A 300-guest memorial at the art museum mixed Puccini, Les Mis and family stories of generosity and adventure.
Sep 11th, 2026 by Michael Horne
At Port Washington Forum, Data Center Developers Face Skeptical Neighbors
Companies behind the Lighthouse campus highlight jobs and berms; residents ask about water, light and noise.
Sep 11th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
100 Trees Stolen From Menomonee River Parkway
After tree thieves strike, County Parks seeking information from public.
Sep 11th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Café Corazón’s Bay View Location to Host Farewell Party, Auction
A farewell party with a taco bar, DJ and auction will cap the restaurant’s decade-long Bay View chapter.
Sep 11th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
City Seeking Input on Developing Key Century City Site
'Pickle liquor' to be replaced by pickleball?
Sep 11th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Motorcycle From Defining 9/11 Image Now On Display In Milwaukee
Harley-Davidson Museum exhibit brings a powerful piece of New York’s 9/11 story to the Midwest.
Sep 11th, 2026 by Elissa Eaton, Wisconsin Public Radio
After Record Line 5 Spill, State Demands Enbridge Stop Bypass Work
DNR says company is prioritizing restart over cleanup and operating outside permit boundaries.
Sep 11th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
UWM Removing Its Flock Cameras
More than 30 cities and law enforcement agencies have now bailed.
Sep 11th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Car Collection Scheme Leads To Probation For Ex-City Attorney Spencer
Jury found Spencer misused public resources to help himself store his car collection, avoid city fees.
Sep 11th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
New York Tech Firm Opens Second HQ in Milwaukee
CEO is from Shorewood, planning big growth.
Sep 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Sheriff Denita Ball Tries To Set Record Straight on Jail Tablets
Sheriff Ball caught in crossfire of Tiffany's attacks on Crowley in governor's race.
Sep 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena Unveils New Food, Drink Options
New options will greet fans at Milwaukee's oldest arena.
Sep 10th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
How Do You Teach 9/11 To Kids In 2026?
Wisconsin teachers use personal stories, ceremonies and anti-bias lessons to reach a post-9/11 generation.
Sep 10th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
A Milwaukee Renaissance Fair
Plus: A tribute to Joe Strummer and a large Puerto Rican festival.
Sep 10th, 2026 by Michael Holloway
Gwen Moore Visits Kansas ICE Prison Holding Milwaukee Women
Congresswoman questions conditions, expansion and who is really being detained in Leavenworth.
Sep 10th, 2026 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
‘Revive’ Housing Pilot Advances After Months Of Negotiations
City finally names four teams to design replicable, attached homes on standard Milwaukee lots.
Sep 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Planned Parenthood Sues To Overturn Key Wisconsin Abortion Limits
New lawsuit targets 24-hour waiting period and physician-only rule as unconstitutional barriers.
Sep 10th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
City, We Energies Finish New ‘Utility-Scale’ Solar Array
City triples size of solar array near Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.
Sep 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
WILL Sues 11 Waukesha County Communities Over Flock Cameras
Lawsuit says a search warrant should be required to use the database.
Sep 10th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Immy’s African Cuisine Expanding From Its Kitchen To Yours
New product line augments East African restaurant's offerings.
Sep 10th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
