Robin Vos Announces Retirement
Longest serving Assembly Speaker in Wisconsin history won’t run for reelection.
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Wisconsin PSC, UW-Madison Partner For Nuclear Power Site Search
Gov. Evers says nuclear power could be 'game changer' for state.
by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Bermuda Triangle of Milwaukee’s Northwest Side
Intersection of 51st St., Capitol and Fond du Lac is a nightmare. Can it be fixed?
by John O’Neill
Bryan Steil Becomes Leading Election Denier
The Republican congressman voted to uphold Trump’s 2020 defeat. What happened?
Feb 19th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
First Responders Use Microchip Scanners to Identify Lost Pets
Milwaukee Fire Department now has scanners at all 31 stations.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Coalition Sues Trump Administration Over Climate Rule Repeal
17 health and climate groups filed the suit Wednesday.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Jacob Fischler, Wisconsin Examiner
WurstBar on Brady Gets New Name
German-themed bar to reopen Saturday with new menu and name.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
After Settlement, Attorney Believes Issue Remains With City’s Inspector General
Plus: First Tearman Spencer may get to trial this year.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Assembly GOP Reverses Course on Health Care Bills
After years of resistance, Republicans back plan to expand Medicaid access and lower barriers for breast cancer screenings.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bipartisan Deal Would Fund WisconsinEye After Shutdown
Senate passes bill including nearly $600,000 and seeks competitive bids for future broadcast rights.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Farewell Francesca’s in Third Ward, As National Retailer Dies
No closing date set, but bright-yellow sign indicates it is imminent.
Feb 18th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
MCTS Announces Spring Service Cuts
Second phase of 2026 budget cuts in bus service will be implemented March 8.
Feb 18th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Jazz-Focused Cafe Closing
Sam's Place Jazz Cafe is closing. And Sam will be gone fishing.
Feb 18th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
National Retailer Closing Third Ward Store
Upscale chain RH is leaving Wisconsin for a second time.
Feb 18th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
The 80-Member Master Singers Have Much to Sing
Tuneful works in English, German, Spanish, Hindi, Icelandic, and Arabic.
Feb 18th, 2026 by Martha Brown
Farm Bankruptcies Rise in Wisconsin
Up 46% nationally in 2025; Wisconsin one of leaders in bankruptcy filings.
Feb 18th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Empanada Vendor Opens at Public Market
Brady Street's La Masa has expanded with a new vendor stand at the market.
Feb 18th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
County Paying $890,950 to Consultant in Health Care Scandal
Yet the consultant blew off board meeting discussing the contract screwup.
Feb 18th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
The Massive Revenue of Wisconsin’s Hospitals
14 times higher than 30 years ago. How much goes to charity care?
Feb 18th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
WI Senate Debates Competing Data Center Bills
Non-disclosure agreements, consumer costs, renewable energy key issues.
Feb 18th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Lazar Wants Wisconsin Supreme Court To Be Friendlier
'I would never be on that Court to be a firebrand,' says conservative judge.
Feb 18th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
In Final State of the State, Evers Pushes School Funding, Fair Maps
Blames Republican for higher property taxes, but still open to tax cut and spending bill.
Feb 18th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bartolotta Group Unveils New Downtown Restaurant
European-inspired steakhouse planned for former Rumpus Room on Water Street.
Feb 18th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Brewers Help Make Potholes ‘Get Up, Get Outta Here, Gone’
Call it Moneyball. Baseball team helps city’s hot new pothole filling operation.
Feb 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
All-You-Can-Eat Sushi Restaurant Opens Downtown
ZX Sushi offerings include the Godzilla roll, Caterpillar roll and Sunny roll.
Feb 17th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Sheriff Plans to Acquire Facial Recognition Technology
Plans deal with Biometrica company. 'Kind of shocking,' says board member.
Feb 17th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Vos, LeMahieu Agree on $2.3 Billion Plan to Spend Surplus
But will Evers? Plan has tax rebates but no general school aid, a top goal of governor.
Feb 17th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Chambers, Zamarripa Trade Profanity, Barbs Over Policy
Blowup results in Pérez shaking up committee assignments. Could a censure be next?
Feb 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
