The Cheaper Candidate For County Treasurer
Challenger Ted Chisholm promises to work for less pay than incumbent David Cullen.
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MCTS Bids To Run Waukesha Buses
Milwaukee transit officials make first major play for a regional transit system.
by Graham Kilmer
Opponents of Wisconsin Avenue Historic District Win Fight
New alderwoman Sharlen Moore drops three homes from proposed district.
by Jeramey Jannene
Audit Finds Slow Turnaround on Forensic Evidence by Wisconsin Crime Labs
AG Kaul says it shows need for more staff he requested from Republican Legislature.
Jul 2nd, 2024 by Robert D'Andrea, Wisconsin Public Radio
Proposal Asks City to Adopt ‘People’s Flag’
Ald. Peter Burgelis leads new push to replace what's been called one of the worst city flags in America.
Jul 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Class of Clerks Prepares to Run Elections
Some 2,000 local clerks in Wisconsin will face heightened stress of running elections.
Jul 2nd, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Wins $49 Million Tech Hub Grant
With a focus on personalized medicine, officials say grant will create thousands of jobs, billions in investment.
Jul 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
MPS Could Lose $81 Million in State Aid
Half of estimated loss due to state adjustment for school district's financial errors.
Jul 2nd, 2024 by Corri Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
1033 Announces Closure, Planned Rebrand
After just 13 months, wine bar and seafood restaurants is officially closed.
Jul 1st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
County To Get $3 Million From Kroger In Opioid Settlement
Supermarket chain settles with local governments in lawsuit over role in opioid crisis.
Jul 1st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
10 New Bars and Restaurants Opened in June
List includes hot chicken restaurant, sushi counter and 'Wisconsin's first' listening lounge.
Jul 1st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
High Stakes, Low Turnout Special Election Tuesday
State senate race pits Dora Drake vs. LaKeshia Myers to replace Lena Taylor.
Jul 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Parks Department Joins Pickleball Mania
Free, outdoor pickleball comes to the county parks system.
Jul 1st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Court Decision Holds Up Wisconsin’s $70 Million Drug Settlement
US Supreme Court ruling blocks nation-wide Purdue Pharma opioid settlement.
Jul 1st, 2024 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
FoodShare Participation Above Pre-Pandemic Levels
This 'may be the new normal,' says researcher with WPF, which released report.
Jul 1st, 2024 by Margaret Faust, Wisconsin Public Radio
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Jul 1st, 2024 by Urban Milwaukee
How Traffic Noise Impacts Children’s Brains
All the city news you can use.
Jul 1st, 2024 by Jeff Wood
Mayor Calls for Stricter Gun Laws After Spate of Shootings in City
13 shootings in Milwaukee on Wednesday. Vos, Donovan disagree with Johnson.
Jul 1st, 2024 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
11 Injured in Escalator Malfunction at Brewers Game
Malfunction sends 6 to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Jul 1st, 2024 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Feuding Supreme Court Justices Need a Break
Will a summer vacation cool tempers of three conservatives vs four liberals?
Jul 1st, 2024 by Steven Walters
Parks Plans Removal of Holler Park Pool, Other Disused Buildings
KK Parkway tennis courts and St. Martins Park Pavilion also on the list.
Jun 30th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Disability Rights Wisconsin Faces Huge Funding Cut
Federal funding for victim advocacy program slashed.
Jun 30th, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Jun 30th, 2024 by Urban Milwaukee
Wisconsin Democrats Back Biden After Shaky Debate
State Republicans declare the president's performance shows he's unfit for the job.
Jun 29th, 2024 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wehr Nature Center Plans Improvements
Nature preserve working with the Friends of Wehr Nature Center to plan, fundraise.
Jun 29th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
New Apartment Building Rises In Summerfest’s Shadow
Evoni Apartments near completion on former railroad yard site.
Jun 28th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Milwaukee Sales Tax Collections Slow, But Comptroller Isn’t Panicking
There are a lot of reasons initial proceeds are slow says Comptroller Bill Christianson.
Jun 28th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Tool Sued For Allegedly Using Forced Prison Labor
Supplier allegedly exploited and forced prisoners to do 'grueling work' under 'humiliating and dehumanizing' conditions
Jun 28th, 2024 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
