Former Master Lock Factory Will Be Sold at Auction
Missouri company’s redevelopment plans for huge factory complex haven’t panned out.
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Milwaukee Intertribal Circle Has a New Home
Creating 'a permanent home for Native Americans in Milwaukee' and seeking donations.
by PrincessSafiya Byers, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Wisconsin Movie Theaters Hail ‘Rebound Year’ of Box Office Hits
Hollywood blockbusters driving audiences to Marcus Theaters, Milwaukee Film, other venues.
by Lorin Cox, Wisconsin Public Radio
‘Super’ El Niño Coming in 2027, Will Impact Wisconsin
'We will almost definitely shatter the global temperature record in 2027.'
Jul 14th, 2026 by Joe Tarr, Wisconsin Public Radio
WI Ethics Commission Dismisses GOP Complaint Against DOJ Legal Fellows
Attorney General Josh Kaul called complaint a 'partisan stunt' to prevent DOJ work.
Jul 14th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
MMSD Selects Company To Audit Sewerage Operations
Commission hires Minnesota-based consultant to audit work by French company Veolia.
Jul 14th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Democrats Start Attack Ads Against Tiffany
Why did they wait so long? And Democratic primary becomes harder to predict.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
More Seats Coming To Busy Hiawatha Trains
Finally ending the saga that started when Scott Walker rejected $810 million federal grant?
Jul 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Missed Ad Buy Exposes Big Money Problem For Sara Rodriguez
How a planned $1 million TV blitz became a scramble to reconcile campaign books and fire a top aide.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Ian’s Pizza Shares Plans For Harbor District
Proposed restaurant will also include production kitchen for brand's frozen pizzas.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Lincoln Avenue School Community Hopeful About Move to Pulaski
After fire destroying Lincoln, MPS announces its 450 students will move to Pulaski.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Opposing Mayor, Council Members Back Boulevard to Replace I-794
'The mayor is only one part of local government; his position does not reflect that of the entire city.'
Jul 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez Fires Campaign Manager in Democratic Governor Race
Blames manager for 'serious mismanagement and inaccuracies' in campaign finance reports.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
ATV Crashes Up in Wisconsin, Alcohol Use a Factor
Some legislators want to strengthen OWI laws. The Tavern League opposes this.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Annie Pulley, The Badger Project
State Fair Has 80 New Foods, Vendors For 2026
Freeze-fried cheese curds, insect-crusted cake and cheese in every form for Aug. 6-16 fair.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Spencer’s Exit From FPC Marks ‘Big Loss’ As Mayor Names Successor
Executive director hails her impact on commission; Jordan Morales nominated as replacement.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
In a Wisconsin Land Rush, Data Centers Made Them Millionaires
But some sellers are dissatisfied, and nearby residents aren’t happy either.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Tom Kertscher and Paul Kiefer
What’s Happening With Community Collaborative Commission
Citizen group oversees how Milwaukee Police comply with 2020 stop and frisk settlement.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
How Evers ‘Fixed the Damn Roads’
He got help from Republican legislators and federal pandemic funding.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Steven Walters
After 15 Years, Bloom and Groom Program Still Beautifying Milwaukee
This year 15 neighborhood groups are participating in city's program.
Jul 12th, 2026 by Meredith Melland, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
New Cafe Planned For East Side
Street Coffee Collective will open on Farwell Ave. at former site of Brewing Grounds For Change.
Jul 12th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee’s Oldest BBQ Joint, Speed Queen, Turns 70
Plus: Coffee, cocktails and the return of Center Street Fish Market.
Jul 12th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Mourns Death of Jazz Icon Manty Ellis
Ellis, age 92, was key figure in Milwaukee jazz scene since 1960s.
Jul 12th, 2026 by PrincessSafiya Byers, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Jul 12th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
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Jul 11th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Jul 11th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Brennan Pitches Experience, People Skills in Race for Governor
Democrat says voters want governor to get things done. 'Joel doesn’t wake up looking for a fight.'
Jul 11th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Milwaukee-Based Enerpac Strikes $472 Million Deal
Company says buying Houston firm could expand market for its products by $1 billion.
Jul 11th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
