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February 21, 2026
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by Urban Milwaukee
Vientiane Noodle Shop Offers Pho and Much More
Silver City restaurant offers delicious Laotian, Vietnamese and Thai dishes.
by Cari Taylor-Carlson
A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Feb 21st, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Feds Contest Former Judge Dugan’s Attempt to Overturn Conviction
Prosecutors argue Dugan has no grounds to request a new trial.
Feb 21st, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Downtown Wedding Venue Becoming Office Space
Bucking national trend, major local arts institution moving staff into event space.
Feb 21st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
WI Assembly Passes Deals on PFAS, SNAP Funding
The bills must pass the WI Senate before they could head to Gov. Evers' desk.
Feb 21st, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
New Walker’s Point Developments Include Special ‘Safety Valve’ Clause
City revises TIF policy to get deal done with New Land.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
New Operator Will Reopen Wantable Cafe
The business, closed since December, slated to return this spring.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Democrat Faces Primary Challenger
Challenger will take on three-term Democrat who has fallen out of favor with colleagues.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
At UWM Lecture, Angela Davis Weighs in on Campus DEI Debate
Civil rights icon also discussed collective care, modern justice movements and prison abolition.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Is Demolishing High Life Theatre A Good Idea? Even Consultant Won’t Say
More questions than answers as 'highest and best use committee' starts its work.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Parks Starting Demolition of Pools, Buildings This Year
Parks will bulldoze assets it can't afford to maintain.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Political Parties Join Legal Battle Over Wisconsin Voter Data
Trump administration attempting to get access to Wisconsin's voter information.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Lawmakers Move To Ban Data Center Gag Orders On Local Officials
Bill would prohibit nondisclosure agreements on data center projects while preserving trade secret protections, sponsors say.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio
Another Black History Month, Another Capitol Fight In Wisconsin
A resolution naming eight late Black Wisconsinites is the latest flashpoint in a yearslong partisan dispute.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
‘400-Year Veto’ Fight Heads To Wisconsin Voters In November
Assembly also passes sports betting bill and a wake boat bill with unusual rider.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Rich Kremer and Anya Van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Conversion of Milwaukee’s Third Tallest Building To Get More Public Cash
Subsidy grows as project costs grow. What will city get in return?
Feb 19th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Agency Cocktail Lounge Announces Food Partner
Up-and-coming Filipino pop-up serving snacks and small plates.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Full Weekend of Motorcycle Events
Plus: Frost Fest and Milwaukee Comic Con
Feb 19th, 2026 by Michael Holloway
My Yo My Closed, Space for Sale
Opened during fro-yo boom, dessert shop operated over a decade before Jan. 31 closure.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Robin Vos Announces Retirement
Longest serving Assembly Speaker in Wisconsin history won't run for reelection.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin PSC, UW-Madison Partner For Nuclear Power Site Search
Gov. Evers says nuclear power could be 'game changer' for state.
Feb 19th, 2026 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?
Feb 19th, 2026 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
