Democratic Treasurer Hopefuls Pitch Rural Turnout And Tougher Watchdog Role
Helmenstine and Xiong say they can energize small-town voters and challenge GOP incumbent John Leiber.
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TransportationHow A Wheel Tax Increase Could Stave Off Transit Cuts
A 25% cut to MCTS is on the table, Milwaukee County has an option to avoid it.
by Graham Kilmer
After 81 Days In ICE Detention, Salah Sarsour Fights To Stay In Milwaukee
Immigration judge in Chicago hears conflicting stories of torture, terrorism and due process in high-profile case.
by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Man Shot And Killed By Madison Police After Knife Incident, Protests Follow
Officer injured, four officers placed on leave as state investigators review shooting on near east side.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Sarah Lehr and Emily Rizzo, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Homes of General William ‘Billy’ Mitchell
Vice-president JD Vance is living in the same toney town near one of them.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Michael Horne
The Economics of the Minimum Wage
Wisconsin's minimum wage is far below neighboring states. Should it join the crowd?
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Bruce Thompson
WI Lawyer Regulation Office May Suspend Law License of Ex-Judge Dugan
A jury found Hannah Dugan guilty of impeding immigration enforcement.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Committee Deadlocks on Victor’s Replacement
Fractious committee meeting leaves fate of sports bar and eatery Ava's on Van Buren up to full council.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Walker’s Point Top-Floor Studio Condo
Features 12' ceilings, timber beams, hardwood floors, and a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
10 Takeaways From Marty Brooks’ Explosive Claims Against Convention Center
Former WCD leader dishes dirt on the board and the whistleblower and explains those $2,000 shoes.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
David Crowley Revealed To Have Secret Twitter Account With Crude Messages
His campaign denies he authored worst messages. 'I would never say those things,' Crowley said.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor’s I-794 Stance Betrays His Grow Milwaukee Goal
The mayor who wanted to grow Milwaukee's population to 1 million has suddenly turned timid. Why?
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Marquette Poll Shows Hong Leading, Barnes Second
But results not so meaningful as Rodriguez was still in race and Crowley out when survey done.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin GOP Has Raised Millions More Than For Last Midterm Election in 2022
Most of it from Diane Hendricks and the Uihleins. State Democratic Party far behind 4 years ago.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Marty Brooks Makes Scorched-Earth Case Against Convention Center Board
Brooks says Wisconsin Center District owes him more than $900,000.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Eau Claire Council President Emily Berge’s Insurgent Campaign for Congress
Hoping to face incumbent Rep. Derrick Van Orden. But can she win Democratic primary?
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Betting Companies Push WI Elections Commission to Allow Ballot Betting
Commission warns such wagers could be a felony. Polymarket and Kalshi cry foul.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Board Resolution Promotes Election Trust
'People should know that elections are transparent and open.' Majority of board backs resolution.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Gov. Evers Calls on Trump to Stop Extending Life of Coal Plants
Warns that federal order keeping aging plants online could cost Wisconsin ratepayers $117 million.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
$100,000 Grant Will Support Kitchen at MacCanon Brown Homeless Sanctuary
Project would expand nonprofit's efforts to address food insecurity in 53206 area.
Jul 21st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Diane Hendricks Gave $25 Million to MAGA Inc.
Wisconsin billionaire's biggest political donation ever went to PAC supporting Trump.
Jul 21st, 2026 by Annie Pulley, The Badger Project
Democrats Push WI Elections Commission to Allow Absentee Ballot Revotes
Two Democratic governor candidates on ballot dropping out may mean many wasted votes, they fear.
Jul 21st, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Meet Milwaukee’s New DEI Director
Mary Reed leads new city department with a not-so-memorable name.
Jul 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
ICE Is Asking To Be Sued. Will Milwaukee Oblige?
City Attorney Evan Goyke should sue ICE if its agents refuse to remove masks in Milwaukee.
Jul 21st, 2026 by Michael Pointer Mace, Wisconsin Examiner
10 New Projects For Walker’s Point, Menomonee Valley
New infrastructure funded with tax revenue from new corporate HQs, apartment buildings.
Jul 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
New Ramen Restaurant for W. Wells St.
Tesshin Ramen plans to open in late 2026, replacing Tangled Noodles.
Jul 21st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Student Loan Defaults Surge in Wisconsin, U.S. After Federal Reprieve Ends
Over 1 in 7 state borrowers now in default, big increase since Trump ended SAVE repayment plan.
Jul 21st, 2026 by Natalie Yahr and Brittany Carloni
County Seeks Operator for Red Arrow Park Building
Following Biggby Coffee closure, county wants long-term tenant for downtown facility.
Jul 21st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
