Council Rejects Unusual Affordable Housing Proposal
But one alderman offers fierce dissent and questions concept of aldermanic privilege.
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Common Ground Releases New Allegations Against Veolia
Another whistleblower comes forward, alleging mismanagement and a culture of fear.
by Graham Kilmer
WILL Sues to Block Wisconsin’s Conversion Therapy Ban
Conservative law firm argues counselors have a right to provide Christ-centered therapy.
by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Musaik Performs With Acclaimed Opera Singer
Alisa Jordheim joins orchestra for Mahler's 4th Symphony and 'Knoxville Summer of 1915'
May 13th, 2026 by Martha Brown
MMSD, Veolia Deny Charges of Mismanagement by Common Ground
MMSD claims it is trying to conduct an audit. Common Ground leader calls it 'a sham.'
May 13th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Blue County vs Red County Urban Sprawl
Americans are dividing into two different ways of life. How do Milwaukee and Wisconsin rank?
May 13th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Join Our Third Space Brewing Beer Bash
Special event for Urban Milwaukee members, with good beers, conversation and a brewery tour.
May 13th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
County Bus Shuttles Returning to Summerfest
Shuttle fares now higher for trips to and from Summerfest.
May 13th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Downtown Tax Dollars To Be Invested West of I-43
City plan channels Brewery District tax revenue into King Park streets, housing and green space.
May 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
LGBT Community Center Returns to Walker’s Point
A historic change and return home for nonprofit facing federal cuts.
May 13th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Ranks 33rd in Math, 30th in Reading Growth Among States
Study looks at post-pandemic growth. Several state school districts 'on the rise.'
May 13th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Divided Council Reaches Deal on Leftover Federal Pandemic Funds
Twice-rejected proposal gets 10-5 vote of approval from full council.
May 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Democrats Split with Gov. Tony Evers Over School Funding Deal
'Three lame ducks' reached the agreement? But GOP legislators praise the deal.
May 13th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
ArtBlaze Will Again Turn Beaches Into Art
Free events at McKinley and South Shore will feature giant art, DJs, s’mores, fun activities.
May 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
The Riches of Wisconsin’s Congressional Delegation
Led by Sen. Ron Johnson, worth $64.9 million, half of 10 members are millionaires.
May 13th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Legendary Doctor William Finlayson Dies at 101
Trailblazing doctor delivered an estimated 10,000 babies in his career.
May 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
High Fuel Prices Impact Local Governments Across Wisconsin
Milwaukee County could see $800,000 deficit in fleet operations, Green Bay officials worried.
May 12th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
City of Milwaukee Will Again Fight We Energies on Rate Increase
Council says latest proposal harms residents, city.
May 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Delays Proposal to Fence Off Downtown Bar Districts
Area alderman wants key stakeholders to publicly endorse it. Will they?
May 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Maine Went All-In on PFAS Problem; What Can Wisconsin Learn?
New book traces how and why Maine launched $200 million response to 'forever chemicals.'
May 12th, 2026 by Richelle Wilson, Wisconsin Public Radio
MPS Puts Hold on School Resource Officer Policy, Seeks More Feedback
School officials concerned that community and student groups weren't consulted.
May 12th, 2026 by Alex Klaus and Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Federal DHS Targets Madison Business Owner Pardoned by Gov. Evers
Federal officials still trying to deport Mexican restaurant owner after his release from detention.
May 12th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Mayor Rakes Back Leaf Bagging Plan
A compromise with more options for residents comes after council push back.
May 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Microsoft Says 375 Workers Hired for Mount Pleasant Data Center
Building 'the world’s most powerful AI datacenter'?
May 12th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
A Nigerian Restaurant for Milwaukee
'People travel to Chicago' for Nigerian food. Kemola opening soon on Brown Deer Road.
May 12th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
City Suspends Northwest Side Tavern-Restaurant
Lush Social Lounge suspended for 'unacceptable' operation, vows to improve.
May 12th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Wisconsin Advocates Warn Proposed Federal Changes Will Hurt Childcare
Changes target Biden policies putting ceiling on childcare costs and hiking pay for workers.
May 12th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Not Just Food Trucks, Milwaukee Restricting Late Night Scooter Rides
New restrictions stretch from Westown to Brady Street.
May 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
