A Turning Point For Five Points Tavern
New tavern proposed for nearly century-old building.
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Wisconsin’s Refuge Resettlement Agencies Struggle to Stay Open
Facing funding losses, layoffs. Some are resettling South Africans.
by Paul Kiefer
Milwaukee Wins $8 Million To Make Streets Safer
Federal grant will improve two major streets, focusing on children's safety.
by Jeramey Jannene
Tavern Owner Plans Northwest Side Location
New bar and restaurant, Boss's, would replace Douglas Inn.
Jan 12th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Packers TV Broadcasts At Issue in Governor’s Race
Barnes blasts broadcast blackout in much of state and Tiffany's stand.
Jan 12th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Falls Through Ice Increasing on Wisconsin’s Lakes
7 deaths in four years. Taking walks on frozen lakes a growing trend.
Jan 12th, 2026 by Jess Miller
‘Fisherman’s Daughters’ Sings of Wisconsin
Original musical with Door County folklore is pleasant Rep cabaret show.
Jan 12th, 2026 by Dominique Paul Noth
Milwaukee Police Have No Plan If ICE Descends on City
Problems in Minneapolis raise concerns. 'We got to prepare,' mayor says.
Jan 12th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Evers’ Last Appeal to the GOP Legislature
Will governor's last State of the State speech call out Robin Vos?
Jan 12th, 2026 by Steven Walters
County Awarded $25 Million for Road Safety Projects
Federal grant will fund 67 projects at many locations in the county.
Jan 12th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
‘No Other Choice’ Is Comic, Gruesome Revenge Tale
Potent Korean film based on 1950s American story getting Oscar talk.
Jan 11th, 2026 by Dominique Paul Noth
MPS Website Presents New Face to Community
Revised site is more photo-heavy, informative and user-friendly.
Jan 11th, 2026 by Terry Falk
Nearly All County Supervisors Running Unopposed
15 of 17 incumbents have no opponent in spring election.
Jan 11th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Restaurants Offer Dry January Fundraiser Events
Plus: New bars and restaurants and what will former Martino's become?
Jan 11th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
40 Data Centers In Wisconsin Will Hike Electricity Usage
AI race reversing a decade-long decline in electricity, report finds.
Jan 11th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
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A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Jan 10th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
‘Song Song Blue’ Is a Sweet Surprise
Film about Milwaukee's Thunder and Lightning capturing hearts across U.S.
Jan 10th, 2026 by Dominique Paul Noth
Bill Requires School Rules to Prevent Staff Grooming Students
To prevent sexual misconduct, policies must define appropriate interactions.
Jan 10th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
The Best Chinese Restaurant in Town?
Fortune Chinese Restaurant has been an award-winning favorite since 1994.
Jan 10th, 2026 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Atlanta Halfway to Goal of 20,000 New Affordable Housing Units
All the city news you can use.
Jan 10th, 2026 by Jeff Wood
North Side Grocery Store Sets Closing Date
Area alderwoman calls closure 'disappointing.'
Jan 9th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Judge Denies DA’s Move To Merge Tearman Spencer Cases
Spencer's attorney says they're ready to take cases to trial.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Van Orden Votes With Democrats on Health Care Subsidies
A 'temporary patch' for a broken system says Congressman. Dems called it 'performative.'
Jan 9th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
UCC Building New Housing Facility
It's part of the only facility in Wisconsin housing Hispanic men battling addiction.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Communities Protest Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis
Dozens gathered in La Crosse Friday afternoon. More demonstrations are scheduled in Madison, Milwaukee, Appleton
Jan 9th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Sweet Little Waffles Will Replace Szechuan On Busy Street
New venture for tavern owner would serve breakfast and fresh-pressed juice.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
