Politics, Drop Boxes And City Hall Mics, Two Mayors Won’t Face Charges
A Republican DA and Democratic counterpart say the facts drove their decisions in both cases.
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Council Committee Endorses Dropping Chavez Drive Name
But not before one council member withdrew their name as a cosponsor.
by Jeramey Jannene
MKE CountySee Designs for New Courthouse
County close to final conceptual plans for $490 million courthouse project.
by Graham Kilmer
Local News Day Is a Reminder – Local Journalism Needs You
As newsrooms shrink nationwide, Urban Milwaukee asks readers to step up for local coverage.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
City of Waukesha Elects Democratic Mayor
'I think we’re rejecting that MAGA agenda,' says the new mayor.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
How Much Will Milwaukee Pay For Michelin Guide?
Coveted star rating comes at a cost, but tourism board expects it to pay dividends.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Port Washington Passes Referendum On Data Center Deals
Requires voter approval for development incentives of $10 million or more.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Plans 60 Traffic Safety Projects for 2026
Where will projects occur and what will be the impact?
Apr 8th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
The Joyous Protests of the Lafayette Hill Gang
A group of Milwaukee senior citizens protest every other Saturday.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Vickie Shufton
Federal Litigators Help Area Attorneys With Deportation Cases
60 federal litigators help WI attorneys defend clients detained, facing deportation.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
UW Board of Regents Fires President Jay Rothman
Rothman refused to step down, demanded reasons. Legislator calls it a 'hatchet job.'
Apr 8th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Dem Lawmakers Call on Steil, Congress, Take Control of Iran War
Trump is ‘not fit to be commander-in-chief,’ they declare, pushing Steil to act.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Republicans Hit Bottom in Supreme Court Race
Quiet campaign didn’t work. Party is in deep trouble.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Michelin Restaurant Ratings Coming to Milwaukee
Milwaukee restaurants could soon boast coveted star rating.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Central Count’s Quiet Night Sets Stage For Bigger Tests In August, November
Process improvement, decisive victory from Chris Taylor thwart any late-nght theatrics.
Apr 7th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Incumbents Sweep County Board Elections
The next county board will only have one new supervisor after Tuesday's election.
Apr 7th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Chris Taylor Wins Wisconsin Supreme Court Race, Grows Liberal Majority
Taylor's victory over Maria Lazar will give liberals a 5-2 majority on the court.
Apr 7th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee To Become a ‘Sensory-Inclusive City’
How adding quiet and calming spaces could change city and attract tourists.
Apr 7th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
State To Reveal New I-794 Cost Estimates
Upcoming meetings will update land use and costs for freeway replacement options.
Apr 7th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Has Become Proving Ground to Save Rohingya Language
Striving to save unique culture of some 4,000 former refuges from Myanmar.
Apr 7th, 2026 by Paul Kiefer
WI Delegation Reacts to Trump Threatening ‘Whole Civilization’ of Iran
'I do not want to see us blowing up civilian infrastructure,' Sen. Ron Johnson says.
Apr 7th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Rockwell Automation Plans Mega Factory in New Berlin
Milwaukee company will build 1-million-square-foot 'factory of the future.'
Apr 7th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
East Side’s AXE MKE to Close, Relocate
Axe-throwing bar will merge with sister venue in the Harbor District.
Apr 7th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Progress Stalls for Women Corporate Leaders
Trump’s backlash against diversity hurting Wisconsin companies.
Apr 7th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Bay View Bakery Will Close
Gather Bakehouse will shut down after service on April 12.
Apr 7th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Teachers Union Calls on MPS to Reverse Staff Cuts
Action comes 'at the expense of our students, our classrooms, our school communities.'
Apr 7th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Gov. Evers Signs Bills Releasing Funds to Combat PFAS Pollution
Finally $125 million released to protect drinking water from toxic 'forever chemicals.'
Apr 7th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Early Vote Down 50% Compared to 2025 WI Supreme Court Race
Another liberal vs conservative contest, but so low profile it's almost sleepy.
Apr 7th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
