Milwaukee’s 55th Juneteenth Jubilee Parade and Festival in Photos 

Milwaukee’s 55th Juneteenth Jubilee Parade and Festival in Photos 

Milwaukee has one of oldest celebrations of end of slavery in U.S.

Walking Tour Spotlights Black Contributors to Wisconsin’s Capital City

Walking Tour Spotlights Black Contributors to Wisconsin’s Capital City

Wisconsin Historical Society walking tour tells the story of Madison's Black history.

Now Serving: Discourse Rolls Out Mobile Cafe
Now Serving

Discourse Rolls Out Mobile Cafe

Plus: Goodbye to Pita Pit, hello to candle bar and welcome back Fixture Pizza.

The Week’s Greatest Hits

The Week’s Greatest Hits

Most popular articles and press releases in the past week

Dining: BaoBao Offers Authentic Vietnamese Food
Dining

BaoBao Offers Authentic Vietnamese Food

Large restaurant, long menu, many choices of tea and very good food.

Weekly News Quiz: June 20, 2026
Weekly News Quiz

June 20, 2026

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

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.

Court Tosses Minority Grant, But Options Remain To Aid Students

Court Tosses Minority Grant, But Options Remain To Aid Students

Education policy expert urges Wisconsin to repurpose funds and confront affordability issue.

New Literacy Leader Inherits High Goals, Withheld Funds And Low Scores

New Literacy Leader Inherits High Goals, Withheld Funds And Low Scores

DPI’s Kaylee Jackson must navigate Act 20 mandates after a funding fight slowed the state’s reading overhaul.

Muslim Community Celebrates Sarsour’s Freedom

Muslim Community Celebrates Sarsour’s Freedom

Salah Sarsour home after 80 days in federal custody. Judge found evidence he was targeted for political speech.

Complicated Financing Plan Will Pay For Paving, Playground and More Near Century City

Complicated Financing Plan Will Pay For Paving, Playground and More Near Century City

'Monumental' progress says redevelopment authority commissioner.

MKE County: New Budget Director Faces Pushback in Second Hearing
MKE County

New Budget Director Faces Pushback in Second Hearing

Powerful Finance Committee approves confirmation, but not without some sharp comments from supervisors.

Wisconsin Tells Appeals Court Feds Have No Right To Voter List

Wisconsin Tells Appeals Court Feds Have No Right To Voter List

State DOJ and voting rights groups oppose Trump administration bid for unredacted voter data.

Milwaukee Scooter Crash Spurs Calls For Tougher Scooter Rules

Milwaukee Scooter Crash Spurs Calls For Tougher Scooter Rules

Other Wisconsin cities also considering restrictions on electric-powered devices.

Long-Anticipated Downtown Hotel Files To Open

This content is only for membersLong-Anticipated Downtown Hotel Files To Open

Luxury conversion of 1920 auto dealership could soon welcome first guests.

State Supreme Court Ends Wisconsin Minority College Grant Program

State Supreme Court Ends Wisconsin Minority College Grant Program

Justices unanimously rule program for students of color unconstitutional.

In Battleground 3rd District, Democratic Hopefuls Agree On GOP Failures, Not Tactics

In Battleground 3rd District, Democratic Hopefuls Agree On GOP Failures, Not Tactics

The Platteville forum underscored a choice between bold pledges and incremental wins for House Democrats.

Sentencing Scheduled for Hannah Dugan

Sentencing Scheduled for Hannah Dugan

Former Milwaukee County Circuit Court judge convicted in December of obstructing immigration proceeding.

Judge Orders Release of Milwaukee Islamic Leader

Judge Orders Release of Milwaukee Islamic Leader

Judge finds evidence Salah Sarsour was targeted for free speech.

Entertainment: Juneteenth, Summerfest and a Weekend of Fun
Entertainment

Juneteenth, Summerfest and a Weekend of Fun

Plus: Don't miss the pet walk.

Candle Bar Planned For East Town

Candle Bar Planned For East Town

At Luxe Pour Studio, guests can create custom candles while sipping wine.

Evers Raises Juneteenth Flag In Final Year As Governor

Evers Raises Juneteenth Flag In Final Year As Governor

Capitol ceremony marks progress, ongoing struggle and honors the late Michael Johnson.

MKE County: County Opens Temporary Senior Center Sites
MKE County

County Opens Temporary Senior Center Sites

Two sites on northwest side will provide services programming after McGovern Park center's closure.

Democratic Socialist Hong Meets Milwaukee’s Capitalists

This content is only for membersDemocratic Socialist Hong Meets Milwaukee’s Capitalists

Gubernatorial candidate speaks at the 'most exclusive club in the city.'

15 Ways To Get Into Summerfest For Free in 2026

15 Ways To Get Into Summerfest For Free in 2026

Options galore, including a trip to the grocery store.