Former Public Defender Travis Schwantes Charged With Paying Client for Sex, Fraud
Schwantes faces multiple charges related to solicitation of prostitution and acting as attorney for one of the women he was soliciting.
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Nine-Story Hotel Planned for Deer District
New hotel would be second built next to Fiserv Forum.
by Jeramey Jannene
Movie Theater To Become Event Venue
New life for 29-year-old cinema would include weddings, corporate events.
by Jeramey Jannene
20% Off at Urban Milwaukee: The Store This Weekend
Shop local and skip the crowds. We've got the gift for you.
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Urban Milwaukee: The Store
Sheriff’s Office Responds to Alarming Jail Audit Report
Board will take report up in December. Chairwoman Nicholson and County Executive Crowley call for collaboration on solutions.
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Inside Marquette’s New Wellness and Rec Center
$100 million project includes indoor running track, flexible fitness spaces and three-story 'wellness tower.'
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Frustration With Paratransit System Persists
Plus, new on-demand program sees low ridership.
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Beleaguered SDC Hopes To Restart Services in December
Anti-poverty agency suspended operations in April.
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Meredith Melland, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Mayor Johnson Signs Brostoff’s Final Legislation Into Effect
Johnson pushes for everyone to follow in late alderman's forward-thinking spirit.
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Legislative Committee Studying Whether To Create Long-Term Youth Psychiatric Care Facilities
Seventy-eight children were placed out of state for care in 2023.
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Number of Wisconsin Home Sales Increases, But Prices Also Up 11%
Despite growth in new listings, housing supply still tight and median price increased to $310,000.
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin’s State and Local Tax Burden Is Now Well Below National Average
New Wisconsin Policy Forum report finds state's tax burden has trended down for 25 years.
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Daniel Bauman Enters Race to Replace Brostoff With Major Endorsements
Bauman announces campaign with endorsements of Mayor Cavalier Johnson, Diana Vang Brostoff.
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
20% Off at Urban Milwaukee: The Store This Weekend
Shop local and skip the crowds. We've got the gift for you.
Nov 21st, 2024 by Urban Milwaukee: The Store
Biggby Coffee Sets Red Arrow Grand Opening Date
New cafe at Red Arrow Park offering free coffee Friday.
Nov 21st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Urban Milwaukee Now Offers Insider News Bulletins
Not getting them? Here’s how to sign up and become a Milwaukee insider.
Nov 21st, 2024 by Urban Milwaukee
Converting 794 To Boulevard Could Yield 3,000 Housing Units, $1.1 Billion in Development
New analysis from urban planner Larry Witzling explores impact of overhauling downtown freeway.
Nov 21st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Trains, Fireworks and a Holiday Folk Fair
Milwaukee will have a something for everyone starting Thursday night.
Nov 21st, 2024 by Michael Holloway
Have You Seen Milwaukee’s Trump Art Gallery and Bat Signal?
'Make Art Great Again' says new art gallery.
Nov 21st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Southside Restaurant Will Serve International Cuisine
Illinois-based partners plan to open Al-Baik on Historic Mitchell Street.
Nov 21st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Rep. Gwen Moore Believes Trump’s Tax Plan Will Require Votes From Some Democrats
With small margins in House and Senate, Moore says Republicans will need to work with Democrats to enact changes.
Nov 21st, 2024 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio
Meaux Park Gets New ‘Connaughton Courts’
Connaughton Foundation and Kellners fund redevelopment of six courts for popular park.
Nov 21st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Homes MKE Putting First-Time Buyers Into Rehabbed Homes
Milwaukee starting to see impact of long-planned program to save 120 vacant homes.
Nov 21st, 2024 by Nick Rommel, Wisconsin Public Radio
Present Music Blends Many Cultures
Sunday's annual Thanksgiving concert brings a world of music to Milwaukee.
Nov 21st, 2024 by Michael Barndt
Under Federal Order, City Housing Authority Hires Florida Company
HACM outsources work. 'It's not a position we want to be in,' says board chair.
Nov 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
What the 2024 Election Tells Us About Wisconsin Voters
Wisconsin was the most competitive state in America. Which issues mattered?
Nov 20th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Marquette University Names Kimo Ah Yun New President
University's provost will become first person of color to lead Marquette.
Nov 20th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Jail Audit Finds ‘Deeply Alarming’ Suicide Policies
Independent audit commissioned by County Board finds troubling policies, problems.
Nov 20th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
