New Poll Shows Tight Crowley–Tiffany Race For Governor
Crowley leads by four points, but margin of error suggests another nail-biter statewide contest ahead.
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Self-Guided Coffee Crawl Coming To Milwaukee
Plus: Free school supplies, South Indian food and a remodel at Stone Creek.
by Sophie Bolich
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
by Urban Milwaukee
A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Aug 15th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Lazo’s Taco Shack is a Hidden Gem
Tacos are worth the trip, but what about that hot dog on the menu?
Aug 15th, 2026 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Sherman Park, 10 Years Later – Promise, Progress And Gaps
Millions flowed into housing, parks and small businesses after 2016, but not all residents feel the impact.
Aug 15th, 2026 by Meredith Melland, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Rising Wolf Claims Put Squeeze on Wisconsin Conservation Budget
DNR says more money for livestock and dog losses means less for hundreds of at-risk species statewide.
Aug 15th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
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Aug 15th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Sharpton Faults Madison Leaders At Funeral For Man Shot By Police
Civil rights activist praises young protesters and says city officials want 'quiet,' not real peace or accountability.
Aug 14th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Table Tennis Gym Proposed for Milwaukee
New club is the vision of a long-time coach.
Aug 14th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Waukesha Shop Unearths Never-Seen Nintendo Game Variant
A dusty box held 97 pristine Super Mario Brothers Duck Hunt cartridges from a mystery print run.
Aug 14th, 2026 by Elissa Eaton, Wisconsin Public Radio
Gay Wisconsin Principal Says School Board Fired Him Over Sexuality
Federal lawsuit alleges fabricated complaints, grooming claims and anti-LGBTQ+ bias in Raymond School District.
Aug 14th, 2026 by Avery Martinez, Wisconsin Public Radio
‘South Indian Tradition Meets Bold Hot Chicken’ at East Side Restaurant
Dosa District supplants The Gallery on The East Side.
Aug 14th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Parks Proposing Charging For Parking in Busy Areas
Parks reopens pay-to-park policy discussion as budget cuts raise questions about spending priorities.
Aug 14th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
New Business Poised To Replace Omega Restaurant
Greek diner's days appear to be numbered, with demolition planned.
Aug 14th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Consultants Offered A Roadmap For Prison Mental Health. Can DOC Follow It?
A new slideshow shows which promised changes are moving ahead and which are stuck in neutral or reverse.
Aug 14th, 2026 by Andrew Kennard, Wisconsin Examiner
Crowley, Tiffany Launch Dueling Seven-Figure Ad Blitz For Governor
Both parties rush onto Wisconsin airwaves to define the race just days after the primary upset.
Aug 14th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Irish Fest and State Fair Bookend Busy Weekend
Plus: Center Street Daze will draw crowds to Riverwest.
Aug 13th, 2026 by Michael Holloway
Eight-Year I-94 Project Could Be Extended Even Longer
Transportation department says project needs funding faster to avoid delay, costs grow by $60 million.
Aug 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Unvaccinated Residents Drive Measles Outbreak In Southwest Wisconsin
All but one of 25 confirmed or suspected cases lack measles shots, DHS reports.
Aug 13th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
New Maps Make Wisconsin Legislature A True Tossup For Both Parties
For the first time since 2010, Democrats and Republicans both see paths to majorities in Madison.
Aug 13th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Nurses At 10 Dane County SSM Clinics Move To Unionize
About 380 outpatient nurses petition the NLRB for an election, citing staffing and pay concerns.
Aug 13th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Opening Date Revealed for New York-Style Italian Restaurant
Housemade pastas, sandwiches and breakfast service will anchor new downtown restaurant.
Aug 13th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Owner Shares Plans For Proposed Korean BBQ Restaurant
Experienced restaurateurs plan tabletop grilling in former Applebee's.
Aug 13th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
$11.2 Million In State Loans Fuel Six Milwaukee Housing Projects
WHEDA awards will help create about 300 apartments, from City Campus to Mitchell Street.
Aug 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin’s Brain Drain Ranks Second-Worst In Nation, Report Finds
New analysis shows young college graduates leaving faster than they are arriving, worrying business leaders.
Aug 13th, 2026 by Richelle Wilson, Wisconsin Public Radio
3rd Street Market Hall Plans Two In-House Concepts
Long marketed as a small business incubator, the downtown hub is poised to debut its own stalls.
Aug 13th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
See Inside Northwestern Mutual’s $500 Million Tower Overhaul
Insurance company preparing baby blue tower for first employees.
Aug 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
