Third Ward Offers Cosmopolitan Stroll

20 blocks of shopping, dining, arts galleries and theaters in a one-time swamp.

Milwaukee Beach Ambassadors Hope to Prevent Drownings

Ambassadors try to educate beachgoers on water quality, flag warning systems and rip currents.

Spirit Airlines Adds More Flights, Destinations From Milwaukee

Ultra-low-cost carrier will offer nonstop service to eight destinations by end of year.

Local Filmmakers Shooting Screwball Crime Caper

Milwaukee filmmakers are fundraising to finish their indie flick.

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Private Email Accounts Obscure Public Business

Elected officials and public employees should not be allowed to use a private email for government business.

Supreme Court Unexpectedly Fires Chief Appeals Judge

Progressive justices object to unprecedented move by the state's high court.

Bill Gives Local Governments Opioid Settlement Money

Some provisions of bill give Legislature more authority over settlement funds.

State Legislature Passes Biennial Budget

Lawmakers cut billions from the Governor's budget.

Inmates In Jail Have A Right To Vote

Unless they are felons. But state policies make it difficult for them to vote.

Wisconsin, U.S. Life Expectancy Declines

Other developed countries doing better. Lack of safety net causing problem?

City Groups Receive Coastal Grants

More than $113,000 in grants for a canoe-kayak trail map app, river cleanup and bicycle trail study.