Will Wisconsin Supreme Court Strengthen Recusal Rules?

Will Wisconsin Supreme Court Strengthen Recusal Rules?

Petition by retired judges pushes for it. Liberal justices considering change.

The State of Politics: Why UW President Candidates May Hesitate
The State of Politics

Why UW President Candidates May Hesitate

The clumsy firing of Jay Rothman might discourage some top candidates.

Don’t Miss These Milwaukee-Made Films at the 2026 Film Festival

Don’t Miss These Milwaukee-Made Films at the 2026 Film Festival

From Pat McCurdy to youth shorts, here are all the Milwaukee-made films and when to see them.

Dining: Lucky Ginger Is a Tasty, Versatile Option for Asian Food
Dining

Lucky Ginger Is a Tasty, Versatile Option for Asian Food

Offering Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Vietnamese and Thai food in Historic Third Ward space.

Build-to-Rent Companies Needed, Wisconsin Housing Experts Say

Build-to-Rent Companies Needed, Wisconsin Housing Experts Say

Federal housing bill backed by Sen Baldwin requires big companies to sell their rental homes.

Now Serving: Mother’s Introduces ‘Sad Hour’ in Bay View
Now Serving

Mother’s Introduces ‘Sad Hour’ in Bay View

Plus: Zocalo’s newest vendor, film festival eats and a brewery auction.

2 Wisconsin Health Systems Launching New Cancer Treatment Programs

2 Wisconsin Health Systems Launching New Cancer Treatment Programs

Proton therapy programs will offered by Froedtert Hospital/MCW and UW Health.

The Week’s Greatest Hits

The Week’s Greatest Hits

Most popular articles and press releases in the past week

City, County, MMSD Form Flood Task Force

City, County, MMSD Form Flood Task Force

Three governments team up to plan for short and long-term impacts of climate change.

Weather Service Working to Confirm Dozens of Tornadoes That Hit Wisconsin

Weather Service Working to Confirm Dozens of Tornadoes That Hit Wisconsin

26 tornado warning issued Friday. Storms caused flooding, train derailment, widespread damage.

Theater: ‘Sparrows Fall’ Sounds Alarm About Current Politics
Theater

‘Sparrows Fall’ Sounds Alarm About Current Politics

Theatre Gigante co-production of angry, humorous new play gets strong reading.

WI Republicans Seek to Dismiss Public Education Funding Lawsuit

WI Republicans Seek to Dismiss Public Education Funding Lawsuit

Suit cites state constitution mandate that all children must have access to sound basic education.

Members Only: A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
Members Only

This content is only for members A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins

A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.

Weekly News Quiz: April 18, 2026
Weekly News Quiz

April 18, 2026

See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.

Wisconsin DOT Hopes to Reduce EV Users’ Range Anxiety

Wisconsin DOT Hopes to Reduce EV Users’ Range Anxiety

Wisconsin's DOT Secretary says 21 of 78 planned charging stations have been built.

Urban Reads: Learning from Japan’s Railway Success
Urban Reads

Learning from Japan’s Railway Success

All the city news you can use.

More Members Means More Coverage

More Members Means More Coverage

Growth in membership directly translates to growth in journalism.

West Side Alderman Trades Suit For Stripes At State Basketball Tournament

West Side Alderman Trades Suit For Stripes At State Basketball Tournament

Westmoreland balances City Hall work with high school officiating.

1840 Brewing Equipment Up For Auction

1840 Brewing Equipment Up For Auction

Fans can take home a piece of the former brewery — or purchase equipment to launch their own.

New Taco Truck Coming to Zocalo

New Taco Truck Coming to Zocalo

Chucho’s to bring its signature birria red tacos and other Mexican eats to southside food park.

Classical: The Family That Plays Together
Classical

The Family That Plays Together

Prometheus Trio plays trios and duos by Brahms, Beethoven, Kodály and Schoenfield.

Anodyne Union Says Owners Cutting Wages Amid Contract Battle

Anodyne Union Says Owners Cutting Wages Amid Contract Battle

Union and ownership group bargaining a contract. Owners cutting wages, union says.

Cooke Builds Cash Edge On Van Orden As Democrats Target GOP House Majority

Cooke Builds Cash Edge On Van Orden As Democrats Target GOP House Majority

Eau Claire Democrat ends quarter with more money in the bank in state’s most expensive House race this cycle.

Leaking Roof, Collapsed Ceiling Put Spotlight On Highgrove Holdings

Leaking Roof, Collapsed Ceiling Put Spotlight On Highgrove Holdings

Family alleges embattled landlord has ignored years of maintenance complaints.

Report Finds Health Care Costs Rising Faster Than Wages in Wisconsin

Report Finds Health Care Costs Rising Faster Than Wages in Wisconsin

UW report argues health care costs are a 'pay cut' for workers, burden on businesses.