After Library Director Nomination Pulled, Darnell Says Milwaukee ‘Made A Mistake’
Rejected library director pick attacks city, degree rule and Urban Milwaukee’s coverage.
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Cooke Campaign Demands Van Orden Stop Using AI Deepfake Attack Ads
Cease-and-desist letter alleges the Republican is defaming his Democratic challenger with fake videos.
by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Federal Grants Bolster Renovation of Pabst Mansion, Soldiers Home Complex
Two Milwaukee landmarks receiving historically sensitive restorations.
by Jeramey Jannene
AG Candidate Eric Toney Accepts Police Endorsement in Milwaukee
Toney also slammed his opponent over state crime lab delays.
Oct 1st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Avoids Transit Cuts In 2027 Budget Proposal
County Executive also proposes a property tax increase and endorses a paid-parking program along the lakefront.
Oct 1st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Why Some Milwaukeeans Say One Day of Black Arts Is Not Enough
With African World Festival gone, residents argue the city still lacks sustained spaces to celebrate Black culture and history.
Oct 1st, 2026 by Chesnie Wardell, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Summerfest Grounds Add Haunted Mini Golf
Halloween mini golf and a growing Oktoberfest celebration are latest signs of festival grounds getting more use.
Oct 1st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Eco-Boutique Closes, New Store Plans To Move In
Walker’s Point shop moves to an online storefront as Chicago company works to move in.
Oct 1st, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
$11 Million UW Project Targets Smoking In Low-Income Communities
Researchers will partner with safety-net clinics in Wisconsin and Massachusetts over five years.
Oct 1st, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Commission Endorses Milwaukee Data Center Moratorium After Fiery Hearing
After two hours of testimony, commission unanimously backs a one-year halt on new facilities citywide.
Sep 30th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Crowley Holds Slim Edge Over Tiffany In New Marquette Poll
Survey shows governor’s race within margin of error as independents drift to undecided.
Sep 30th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Mexican Ice Cream and Snack Shop Planned for Walker’s Point
A couple hopes to bring their traditional, homemade Mexican treats southside main street.
Sep 30th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
Korb Architecture Bets On Its People With Employee Ownership Plan
Milwaukee architecture firm adopts ESOP structure while expanding its mass timber portfolio across the U.S.
Sep 30th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City Seeks Firm To Boost Advertising Revenue From The Hop
Recent performance has been abysmal.
Sep 30th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Immigration Judge Orders Deportation of Milwaukee Muslim Leader
Judge orders deportation based on letter from Sec. of State Marco Rubio.
Sep 30th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Zenith Condo Tower Wins First City Approval
Plan Commission backs 25-story project despite neighbors’ concerns over sun and parking.
Sep 30th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Deer Virus Detected In Waukesha County Dairy Cows
State says EHD is spreading in deer herds, and now cows, but poses no risk to people or the milk supply
Sep 30th, 2026 by Avery Martinez, Wisconsin Public Radio
Coalition Pushes Stronger Good Samaritan Law For Overdose Calls
Advocates say Wisconsinites should not risk jail or supervision revocation for dialing 911 in an overdose emergency.
Sep 30th, 2026 by Frank Zufall, Wisconsin Examiner
Gordo’s Bubble Waffles Eyes UW-Milwaukee
The dessert shop looks to open its fifth location.
Sep 30th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
Committee Endorse Removing Flock from Parks
Issue has bipartisan support, but Sheriff's Office objects.
Sep 30th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
New Farm-to-School Initiative Will Grow Greens Inside MPS Classrooms
USDA grant funds hydroponic growing systems, training and local food connections.
Sep 30th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
Gas Tax Holidays Sweep States, But Not Wisconsin
Indiana, Georgia and Ohio move to suspend fuel taxes while Wisconsin holds firm at 30.9 cents a gallon.
Sep 30th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Data Centers Power Wisconsin Construction Boom Despite Public Backlash
Half of new non-farm jobs came from construction as mega-projects rise in Mount Pleasant, Port Washington and Beaver Dam.
Sep 30th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
$21 Billion At Stake As Invasive Carp Barrier Sits In Limbo, Democrats Warn
Fishing and boating industries could be hit hard if carp breach the Chicago waterway and reach Lake Michigan, advocates say.
Sep 29th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
East Side Starbucks Closes, Again
Chain closes Lower East Side shop as part of 250-store downsizing.
Sep 29th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
How Two Clay Pots In Milwaukee Became A Test Case For Restitution For Enslaved Artists
The deal over David Drake’s ceramics could shape how museums treat the work and heirs of enslaved artisans nationwide.
Sep 29th, 2026 by Michael Horne
City Peppers Embattled Landlord During Bankruptcy Hearing
David Tomblin and Highgrove's portfolio subject to bankruptcy, nuisance lawsuit.
Sep 29th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
The Real Cost of Weakening Head Start Standards
Wisconsin advocates warn that slashing federal standards could mean larger classes and less support for kids in need.
Sep 29th, 2026 by Ruth Schmidt and Jennie Mauer
