Wisconsin ‘Safe Harbor’ Bill Bans Prosecuting Minors for Prostitution

Wisconsin ‘Safe Harbor’ Bill Bans Prosecuting Minors for Prostitution

Bipartisan legislation intended to aid fight against sex trafficking.

Philomusica Quartet Returns To The East Side Monday

Philomusica Quartet Returns To The East Side Monday

String quartet will close its spring season with show at Wisconsin Conservatory of Music.

Now Serving: Walker’s Point Sees Restaurant Boom
Now Serving

Walker’s Point Sees Restaurant Boom

Plus: RSVR launches outdoor patio, Supernova announces relocation and another restaurant departs from Marquette's campus.

The Week’s Greatest Hits

The Week’s Greatest Hits

Most popular articles and press releases in the past week

The Drive-Thru Will Become Señor Gordito’s

The Drive-Thru Will Become Señor Gordito’s

Coffee and doughnut shop will rebrand into Mexican restaurant, but will continue to sell its popular mini doughnuts.

State Getting $7.5M Settlement From Opioid Addiction Treatment Producer

State Getting $7.5M Settlement From Opioid Addiction Treatment Producer

In 2016, Wisconsin joined an anti-trust lawsuit against Indivior, the maker of a drug used to treat opioid addiction called Suboxone.

MKE County: Corrections Officer Charged With Attempted Sexual Assault Of Inmate
MKE County

Corrections Officer Charged With Attempted Sexual Assault Of Inmate

29-year-old officer was arrested at the jail Monday by Sheriff's Office investigators.

Transportation: New Bus Rapid Transit Line Launches Sunday, GoldLine Ends
Transportation

New Bus Rapid Transit Line Launches Sunday, GoldLine Ends

New route provides faster service between Downtown and the west side, but ends downtown route from Downer Avenue.

Milwaukee Kicks Off Three-Cruise-Ship Weekend

Milwaukee Kicks Off Three-Cruise-Ship Weekend

The two biggest cruise ships on the Great Lakes were both in Milwaukee simultaneously Friday.

Friday Photos: Streetcar Rolling Through Rising Couture
Friday Photos

Streetcar Rolling Through Rising Couture

Lakefront tower now stands 15 stories tall, while streetcar connection is built out in base.

Gov. Evers Raises LGBTQ+ Flag At Capitol, Celebrates Pride Month

Gov. Evers Raises LGBTQ+ Flag At Capitol, Celebrates Pride Month

"We will keep working to build a Wisconsin that is more welcoming, more inclusive and more just for everybody," said Evers.

Public Meetings Upcoming On Redesign Of Two Major Southside Streets

Public Meetings Upcoming On Redesign Of Two Major Southside Streets

National and Oklahoma will see major changes. Meetings give chance for questions and feedback.

GOP Strips Gov. Evers $750 Million Broadband Plan From Budget

GOP Strips Gov. Evers $750 Million Broadband Plan From Budget

Green Bay gets $2 million for 2025 NFL Draft.

Republicans Block UW-Madison Engineering Building

Republicans Block UW-Madison Engineering Building

Finance committee approves approximately half of proposed UW System projects. But, engineering building was top priority.

Republicans Block State Funding For Iron District Stadium

Republicans Block State Funding For Iron District Stadium

Gov. Evers proposed $9.3 million in support for $45 million stadium. Plus: Concert venue downsized.

Commission Approves New Equipment For Wisconsin Elections

Commission Approves New Equipment For Wisconsin Elections

Election Systems and Software approved to sell equipment that replaces Windows 7 based system.

Whisky Haze Is Permanently Closed

Whisky Haze Is Permanently Closed

The Washington Heights whiskey bar called it quits last month.

City Hall: Milwaukee Now Requires More Notice When Contractors Dig Up Streets
City Hall

Milwaukee Now Requires More Notice When Contractors Dig Up Streets

Prior practice was "terrible" says Bay View alderwoman.

Supernova Relocating Within 3rd Street Market Hall

Supernova Relocating Within 3rd Street Market Hall

Coffee and doughnut spot will move in with Mid-Way Bakery later this month.

Bloody Mary Festival Returns to Milwaukee

Bloody Mary Festival Returns to Milwaukee

Savory brunch cocktail gets the spotlight for August festival, to be held at Summerfest grounds.

Amorphic, Crops on Top Host Pairing Dinner

Amorphic, Crops on Top Host Pairing Dinner

Five-course dinner with after-party will support Riverwest arts scene.

Transportation: County Announces Reckless Driving Listening Tour
Transportation

County Announces Reckless Driving Listening Tour

Safe Streets Roadshow part of large planning process. First session is June 8.

Entertainment: PrideFest Kicks Off Festival Season
Entertainment

PrideFest Kicks Off Festival Season

Plus: A southside gallery night and an interesting twist on chamber music.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Rep Releases Updated Theater Designs, Seeks Donations To Start Construction
Eyes on Milwaukee

Rep Releases Updated Theater Designs, Seeks Donations To Start Construction

Donors offer $7.5 million in matching donations for $75 million Associated Bank Theater Center.

Theater: Skylight Wows With New Rock Musical
Theater

Skylight Wows With New Rock Musical

World premiere heads for broad exposure in fancy production.