Honey Butter Cafe Set to Make Bay View Debut
Brunch spot looks forward to its first expansion.
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Supervisors Authorize $851 Million Courthouse Project
County Board gives approval for massive project tearing down and rebuilding the county Safety Building.
by Graham Kilmer
New Bar and Lounge Planned for Former Fuel Space in Walker’s Point
Herb-forward cocktails, zero-proof botanical drinks and a living plant wall planned for new business.
by Lauren Hafeman
Large Crowd Attends Rain-Soaked Groundbreaking for Stella’s Playground
A mother’s pledge after her daughter’s brain tumor sparks Milwaukee’s first fully inclusive play space.
Oct 2nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Bay View Church Drops Housing Development Plan
But congregation still must grapple with having a larger-than-needed, aging facility.
Oct 2nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
At Great Lakes Ports, Steel Is Slowing Even As Trump Hails A Comeback
Ports report double-digit drops in steel shipments while the White House touts new plants and tougher import tariffs.
Oct 2nd, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Among 25 States Suing Over EPA Emissions Rule Repeal
Coalition asks federal appeals court to review Trump administration rollback on power plant pollution limits.
Oct 2nd, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
MPS Literacy Plan Shows Early Gains On State Reading Exams
District ELA proficiency ticks up, with 23 schools improving at least five points on Forward Exam.
Oct 2nd, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
It’s Time For Oktoberfest
But watch out for those marathon runners.
Oct 1st, 2026 by Michael Holloway
After Library Director Nomination Pulled, Darnell Says Milwaukee ‘Made A Mistake’
Rejected library director pick attacks city, degree rule and Urban Milwaukee’s coverage.
Oct 1st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Three Billionaires Fuel Massive Cash Edge For Tom Tiffany
Uihleins and Hendricks help GOP nominee outraise David Crowley by more than 2-to-1 in governor’s race.
Oct 1st, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
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.
Oct 1st, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Federal Grants Bolster Renovation of Pabst Mansion, Soldiers Home Complex
Two Milwaukee landmarks receiving historically sensitive restorations.
Oct 1st, 2026 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
