Budget Deficit Fallout Grows, Head of MCTS Resigns
Transit system CEO is second official to resign since surprise deficit announcement.
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Parks Committee Backs $30 Million Domes Deal
But supervisors are worried about projects in their districts that won't get funded.
by Graham Kilmer
Community Cheers Modrzejewski Playfield Reopening
Parents, children and local officials celebrate newly updated southside park.
by Sophie Bolich
New Sports Bar Near Kosciuszko Park Planned
Martinez Sport Bar is raring to go but still needs a city license.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Why Siam Thai Is a Local Favorite
Authentic Thai food, reasonable prices and good service. It's a find.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
UW System Plans 5% Tuition Hike
2025-26 resident tuition and fees for UWM would be $10,916.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
WI Supreme Court Curtails Legislative Committee’s Rule Making Authority
4-3 decision sides with Evers in dispute over conversion therapy ban.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Communities Across Wisconsin Embrace Sustainability
Report finds rise in energy efficiency, LED upgrades, wastewater projects.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Federal Judge Recommends Dugan Case Go To Trial
U.S. District Judge Lynn Adelman will decide whether to follow advisory opinion.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Democratic Rep. Jenna Jacobson Will Challenge Top GOP State Senator
District held by incumbent Howard Marklein now leans slightly Democratic.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Planned Parenthood, Family Planning Clinics in Wisconsin Face Federal Cuts
Big Beautiful Bill cuts federal funds for contraception, cancer screening, STD care.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Marcus Center Seeks Extended County Support
County subsidy to end next year. Marcus Center seeks support through 2030.
Jul 7th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Mayor Johnson Blasts Republicans for Stripping 6th Street Funding
'Big Beautiful Bill' rescinded $36.6 million federal grant for 6th St. reconstruction.
Jul 7th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
WI Dept of Corrections Will Hold Hearing on 2014 Law’s Reforms
Act 196 created alternatives to revoking probation and parole, but had little impact.
Jul 7th, 2025 by Frank Zufall, Wisconsin Examiner
Homes of UW Regents Vandalized With Pro-Palestinian Messages
UW statement calls vandalism 'dangerous, unlawful, and unacceptable.'
Jul 7th, 2025 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Return of Heirloom Food Truck
After 2023 fire destroyed it, a new food truck will return to business July 9.
Jul 7th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Goodbye Cary Spivak
Well-known byline of longtime Journal Sentinel investigative reporter will disappear. Why?
Jul 7th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
State Budget Cuts Stewardship Funds But Underwrites Timber Industry
$100 million for funding public lands cut, $1 million to help timber industry added.
Jul 7th, 2025 by Henry Redman
Senate Bill Aims to Prevent Delays in Releasing Public Records
Backed by open records supporters. But will Vos, state Assembly consider bill?
Jul 7th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
New Legislative Districts Led to Bipartisan Budget
For first time in 14 years, Republican leaders needed Democratic votes.
Jul 7th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Large Pabst Apartment Complex Sold
Investor with local ties buys 118-unit complex at a premium over assessed value.
Jul 7th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Working to Get Women Off The Streets
The Benedict Center helped 620 Milwaukee women in 2024.
Jul 6th, 2025 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Beef Prices Rising in Wisconsin
Annual survey of Wisconsin grocery store prices finds prices up by 4%.
Jul 6th, 2025 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Transit Union Will Call Strike Vote
Union blindsided by budget deficit while negotiating next three-year contract.
Jul 6th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Merriment Social Launches Patio Pop-Up
Plus: More coffee, a new grocery store and a big win for Pali Park
Jul 6th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Jul 6th, 2025 by Urban Milwaukee
A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Jul 5th, 2025 by Urban Milwaukee
