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Sale of Nursing Home Shows Why Transparency is Important
County sold nursing home for less than asking price and far less than insured value, but didn't discuss why in open session.
by Jeff Seering
Milwaukee Makes It Easier To Rake Your Leaves
New map suggests when you need to get those leaves to the curb.
by Jeramey Jannene
Rep. Brandtjen, A 2020 Election Denier, Sues To Force State Out of Voter Data Organization
ERIC system designed to make it easier for states to maintain accurate voter rolls.
Oct 4th, 2024 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
The White House In Bay View Is For Sale
Historic building is priced at $1.6 million.
Oct 4th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Policy Forum Says Milwaukee’s Future Finances Are “Precarious”
But Act 12 has delivered substantial benefits to city's fiscal health.
Oct 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Group Opposes We Energies Rate Increases, Marches To Public Hearing
Protesters called for more renewable energy. Utility says rates are part of renewable transition.
Oct 4th, 2024 by Nick Rommel, Wisconsin Public Radio
Judge Won’t Let AG Kaul See Sealed Archdiocese Abuse Records
Federal judge says Kaul is going on "fishing expedition."
Oct 4th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Hendricks, Uihlein Fill GOP Legislature’s Fundraising Coffers
More than half of $7.2 million raised comes from the two megadonors. Dem legislative groups raise $4.7 million.
Oct 4th, 2024 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Airport Will Start Charging Fee On All Uber, Lyft Rides
Starting in 2025, all trips to and from facility will have surcharge. Parking costs also increasing.
Oct 4th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
County Has A Year To Cap Landfill It’s Struggled to Sell
DNR says action required on Greenfield property acquired via property tax foreclosure.
Oct 4th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Machinists Go On Strike at Flagship Miller Brewery
Over 40 machine repair workers protest contract changes brought by Miller’s parent company, Molson Coors.
Oct 4th, 2024 by Anna Marie Yanny, Wisconsin Public Radio
Construction Begins On Expanded Housing Complex For Veterans Experiencing Homelessness
Centers for Veterans Issues expanding Vets Place Central on city's Near West Side.
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Republicans Launch Pro-Harris Campaign
Group of two-dozen GOP members, including former lawmakers, are backing Harris over Trump.
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
State DOJ Investigating Wausau Mayor’s Drop Box Removal
State law gives clerks rather than other officials authority to place or remove ballot drop boxes
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Public Market Celebrating 19th Anniversary With Harvest Festival
Event will include mini-market, scarecrow-making, s'mores and more.
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Trailing in Polls, Hovde, Republicans Hope For ‘Change Election’
A close examination of the campaign strategies for Wisconsin's high-profile U.S. Senate race.
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Jack Kelly
Beets, Tattoos, Oktoberfest and a Pet Parade
A weekend of fun for people of all interests.
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Michael Holloway
‘Devastating’ Break-In Leaves Food Businesses Reeling
Overnight incident yields extensive damage, stolen equipment for Anomaly Catering and Yo' Mama's Kitchen.
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Restaurant For High-Turnover Southside Space
Amorsito, previously a Paper Table vendor, will return as full-service restaurant in Lincoln Village.
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Plan Would Reduce Logging in National Forest in Northern Wisconsin
Environmentalists say the plan doesn't go far enough while industry says no action is needed
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Board Spikes Chair’s Plan For Reduced Bus Fares For Voting
Wide-ranging concerns raised about Marcelia Nicholson's proposal.
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
SDC Pays Out Another Round of Overdue Wages
Latest payment from distressed agency covers early April pay period.
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Meredith Melland, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
‘No’ Campaign Far Outspent GOP on State Constitutional Referenda
Democrats spent 17 times more than Republicans trying to restrict governor's power.
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Birch Hosts John Markus For Collaboration Dinner
The chef and Emmy-winning writer brings his BBQ expertise to Birch for one night only.
Oct 2nd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Philomusica Quartet Features Pianist Juan Pablo Horcasitas
Concert features works by Beethoven, Faure and Frank Bridge.
Oct 2nd, 2024 by Michael Barndt
Federal Complaint Filed Against Wausau Mayor For Removing Absentee Drop Box
State Department of Justice has also launched an investigation.
Oct 2nd, 2024 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
New Poll Shows Harris Maintains 4% Lead Over Trump in Wisconsin
MU poll also finds US Senator Tammy Baldwin expands lead over Eric Hovde.
Oct 2nd, 2024 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
