The Politics of Lt. Governor Position
The governor doesn’t pick the lieutenant. And they often don’t get along.
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Wisconsin Center District Will Pay Acting Leader $30,000 Per Month
After firing CEO, board chair given leadership post.
by Jeramey Jannene
Anodyne Workers Strike Saturday
Strikers cite stalled negotiations and alleged unfair labor practices by owners.
by Graham Kilmer
Bloody Red Shrimp Have Invaded Lake Superior
Invasive species native to Black Sea area spread to other Great Lakes first.
Jun 28th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Federal Appeals Court Again Rejects U.S. DOJ on Wisconsin Voter Rolls
Trump Administration wanted speedy resolution of suit, federal court says no.
Jun 28th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Food and Wine Festival Announces Headlining Chefs
Plus: A string of bar and restaurant closures hits Bay View neighborhood.
Jun 28th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Group Pushes for Mother-Baby House for Women Inmates
Despite court order, Wisconsin prisons have no program to keep moms together with newborns.
Jun 28th, 2026 by Beatrice Lawrence, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Jun 28th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
June 27, 2026
See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
Jun 27th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Jun 27th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Could E15 Biofuel Give Wisconsin Corn A Big Boost?
National shift to year-round 15% ethanol could help growers, but maybe not motorists.
Jun 27th, 2026 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin’s Wolf Population Declines for Second Straight Year
Total in state dips below 1,200. Mild winters may make it harder to raise wolf pups.
Jun 27th, 2026 by Deneen Smith, Wisconsin Public Radio
What’s in the ROAD to Housing Act?
All the city news you can use.
Jun 27th, 2026 by Jeff Wood
New Apartment Building Planned for Walker’s Point
A surface parking lot could be replaced by housing.
Jun 26th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee’s Push to Restore Swimmable Rivers
City joins international movement aiming to buoy safety, stewardship and recreation for local waterways.
Jun 26th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Crowley Courts Wisconsin Voters With Milwaukee Lessons And Union Jobs Pitch
After dozens of forums statewide, he says what works in Milwaukee can lift every town, village and city in Wisconsin alike.
Jun 26th, 2026 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Council Advances Partial Funding For Delayed Bay View Affordable Housing Development
Several other projects also receive funding to provide affordable housing. But will Austin Commons get key funding source?
Jun 26th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Meet The New Young Bucks
New additions join a young Milwaukee Bucks team in the start of a rebuild.
Jun 26th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Enbridge To Pay $275,000 Over 2019 Wisconsin Pipeline Spill
DOJ says company waited more than a year to report hazardous leak from Line 13 in Fort Atkinson.
Jun 26th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Will Congress’ Big Housing Bill Really Help Wisconsin’s Shortage?
State needs up to 140,000 new homes by 2030, but analysts see only incremental gains from the bill.
Jun 26th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Board Confirms Crowley’s Budget Director
Crowley's pick, a former MPS official, faced opposition from unusual mix of supervisors.
Jun 26th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Passenger Rail Advocates Gather in Milwaukee
High Speed Rail Alliance hosts event at Oriental Theatre.
Jun 25th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
DPW Says Its Still Combating ‘Unprecedented’ Pothole Season
Crews are working overtime to clear 18,000 repair requests after "volatile" weather.
Jun 25th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Judge Says Courts Becoming ‘Easiest Way’ Into Mental Health System
A Milwaukee County judge urges more community care and state hospital beds instead of jail waits.
Jun 25th, 2026 by Royce Podeszwa, Wisconsin Public Radio
Low SNAP Error Rate Helps Wisconsin Dodge New Federal Penalties
Staying under a 6% error threshold means the state avoids sharing FoodShare costs with Washington, for now.
Jun 25th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Join Our Dead Bird Brewing Beer Bash
Urban Milwaukee members can join us for fun beer tour and lots of chatter.
Jun 25th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Crowley Announces Public Safety Initiative
State grant funding violence intervention and coordination among local organizations.
Jun 25th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Card Shows, Bike Races and More
Plus: Don't forget the second weekend of Summerfest.
Jun 25th, 2026 by Michael Holloway
