In Battleground 3rd District, Democratic Hopefuls Agree On GOP Failures, Not Tactics
The Platteville forum underscored a choice between bold pledges and incremental wins for House Democrats.
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Sentencing Scheduled for Hannah Dugan
Former Milwaukee County Circuit Court judge convicted in December of obstructing immigration proceeding.
by Graham Kilmer
Judge Orders Release of Milwaukee Islamic Leader
Judge finds evidence Salah Sarsour was targeted for free speech.
by Graham Kilmer
Juneteenth, Summerfest and a Weekend of Fun
Plus: Don't miss the pet walk.
Jun 18th, 2026 by Michael Holloway
Candle Bar Planned For East Town
At Luxe Pour Studio, guests can create custom candles while sipping wine.
Jun 18th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Evers Raises Juneteenth Flag In Final Year As Governor
Capitol ceremony marks progress, ongoing struggle and honors the late Michael Johnson.
Jun 18th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
County Opens Temporary Senior Center Sites
Two sites on northwest side will provide services programming after McGovern Park center's closure.
Jun 18th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Democratic Socialist Hong Meets Milwaukee’s Capitalists
Gubernatorial candidate speaks at the 'most exclusive club in the city.'
Jun 18th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
15 Ways To Get Into Summerfest For Free in 2026
Options galore, including a trip to the grocery store.
Jun 18th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Minocqua Brewing Sues Wisconsin Over Seizure Of 1,200 Beer Cans
Kirk Bangstad alleges unfair treatment and $25,000 in damages after DOR tax dispute.
Jun 18th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
The New Math In Wisconsin Schools, Fewer Students and More Staff
A 7% staffing increase and rising special education needs collide with shrinking enrollment rolls statewide.
Jun 18th, 2026 by Richelle Wilson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Both Ron Johnson and Tammy Baldwin Uneasy About Deal To End Iran War
After calling on Trump to finish the job, Johnson says ‘I don’t like the outcome here.’ Baldwin says the president ‘has not reached a deal.’
Jun 18th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
John Menard’s Fortunes Declining
Losing court cases and paying judgments while seeing his wealth decline.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
What To Do About High-Speed Chases?
MPD, council, Fire & Police Commission at odds over policy. Ten deaths in past year.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Southside Club Could Reopen as Sports Bar
Seasoned entrepreneur Marcela Lechuga promises safer run for troubled tavern space.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Council Could Use Its New Police Oversight Authority For First Time
But police union is objecting to proposal to address killings involving officers.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Shorewood Siblings Launch Ube-Focused Bakery
A yam native to Philippines is used in Ube MKE's pop-up business of purple-hued sweets.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Board Membership Dispute Erupts at Social Development Commission
Anti-poverty agency beset by escalating pattern of disagreements among the board.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Company Trades Brookfield for Milwaukee’s Innovation District
National contract furniture dealer Henricksen moves to trendy Walker’s Point building.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Why Are So Many Republican Legislators Quitting?
The data suggests many still have safe seats. Unless there's a Democratic blowout.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Bruce Thompson
Opponents Fight ‘Largest Transmission Line Ever Constructed’ in Wisconsin
200-foot towers would stretch across Driftless region, helping power data centers.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Avery Martinez, Wisconsin Public Radio
State Democratic Leader Lays Out Policy Plans If Party Wins Trifecta
Senate Minority Leader Dianne Hesselbein points to school funding, property taxes and more.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Three Accused False Electors Plead Not Guilty in Dane County Court
Jim Troupis and Kenneth Chesebro were national leaders in scheme to overturn 2020 election.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin’s Lead Pipe Count Is Falling. But The Search Isn’t Over.
56% of Whitefish Bay's pipes made of lead. Statewide 180,000 pipes still not analyzed.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Hongyu Liu
Hours Extended for MPS Youth Twilight Centers This Summer
City, county and health care systems partner with MPS to fund safe and fun sites.
Jun 16th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Escape Room Chain Plans Milwaukee Area Expansion
Escapology would launch escape rooms in the Historic Third Ward and Brookfield.
Jun 16th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Federal Judge Denies Dugan Acquittal, Again
Adelman finds recent federal appeals court ruling doesn't apply to Dugan case.
Jun 16th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Mandela Barnes Tours Northside Community Hub
Democratic candidate for governor cites Milwaukee program as model for needed job training.
Jun 16th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
