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Legislative Committee Considers Artificial Intelligence Regulations

The pitfalls and potential of AI; possible legislative guard rails and state investments.

UW-Madison Pro-Palestinian Student Protesters Under Investigation

Thursday protest before Board of Regents ended with 19 arrests.

Food & Froth Returns to Public Museum

Tickets now on sale for the March 2025 event. Plus, a big week of dining news.

The Week’s Greatest Hits

Most popular articles and press releases in the past week

State Superintendent Underly Seeks Reelection, Faces Challenger

Her opponent is Democrat and Sauk Prairie schools superintendent Jeff Wright.

New Faces in New Places

A look at all the new people in new places.

Embattled Head of Housing Authority Announces Retirement

Willie Hines, Jr. will retire Jan. 1. Common Ground calls it a win.

Demolition Underway For Brady Street Hotel

But it's unclear if and when actual hotel construction will start.

Meet The New MCTS Transit Security Team

Following federal directive, MCTS makes changes to security.

Downtown Coffee Shop Employees Organizing Union

Five-year-old cafe latest business to organize with MASH.

Enlightened Brewing Announces Closure

The Bay View brewery plans to close in early January.

Milwaukee’s Largest Hotel To Lose 175 Rooms, Get $40 Million Makeover

Marcus overhauling its Hilton Milwaukee hotel.

New Regulations Aim To Protect Rare Bats From Wind Turbines

Wind turbines are estimated to kill approximately 400,000 annually in the Midwest.

Senate Passes Bill By Baldwin, VP-Elect Vance

But it faces a tight timeline in U.S. House to become law.

New Grant Will Help Find Housing For Those Leaving Incarceration

County will work with individuals facing homelessness as they they Community Reintegration Center.

New Sports Bar Coming to King Drive in January

Dream Lounge Social, with a nod to nearby MLK statue, will focus on community.

Pharmaceutical Company Announces 750-Job Factory Expansion in Wisconsin

Eli Lilly plans to add 750 jobs to Kenosha County facility.

Trail Extension Will Link Downtown With Planned 20th Street Trail

Latest trail extension part of Interstate 43 reconstruction.

Conservative Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Bradley Wins Federalist Society Award

Milwaukee chapter of group will honor judge for her work in support of group's principles.

Thousands of Biking Santas To Take Over Milwaukee’s Streets

New Restaurant Announced For Ardent Space

Diners can preview the new restaurant at an upcoming pop-up, taking place Dec. 10 at Amilinda.

New County Traffic Safety Plan Unlocks Access To $5 Billion Funding Pool

County wrapping up three-year safety planning project.

Wisconsin Sets New Record High For Registered Apprentices

Commonly associated with construction trades, state program includes more than 200 occupations.

Program Unites Victims of Clergy Abuse With Non-Offending Priests To Promote Healing

The new Bridge Dialogues program in Milwaukee utilizes a restorative justice style to aid survivors.