Pink Umbrella Theater Co. Moving to Mitchell Street
Theater company for people with disabilities opening permanent space.
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Mayor Names New Department of Administration Director
Familiar face being given key city job.
by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee To Install Malcolm X Marker At Site Of Former Home
Plaque will overlook I-43 on-ramp that replaced civil rights leader’s childhood home.
by Jeramey Jannene
Legally Embattled Chain Quietly Closes Two Milwaukee Restaurants
Including one that spawned a Milwaukee-based burger empire.
Mar 2nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Gov. Evers Signs New PFAS, Lead Regulations
But Republican legislators still fighting such agency rules despite court rulings.
Mar 2nd, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Discourse Workers Have Unionized
74% of those at Discourse's two Milwaukee cafes vote yes, and management quickly agrees.
Mar 2nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Wisconsin Congressional Delegation Reacts to Attack on Iran
Democrats call Trump's decision to wage war illegal, Republicans defend president.
Mar 2nd, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
‘The Spitfire Grill’ Offers Good Home Cooking
Creator James Valcq has revised musical set in Wisconsin in fine Skylight staging.
Mar 2nd, 2026 by Dominique Paul Noth
GOP’s Rebate Checks Won’t Be in the Mail
Evers calls idea a campaign stunt. Wants more school aid and property tax relief.
Mar 2nd, 2026 by Steven Walters
Man’s Battle to Stay Out of Prison Raises Questions About Probation System
8,100 people in Wisconsin on probation or parole were sent back to prison in 2025.
Mar 2nd, 2026 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
PSC Requires Alliant Energy to Disclose Data Center Rates
Application's redactions block 'basic functions of open government,' says PSC official.
Mar 2nd, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Film Buys Downer Theatre Building, Launches Renovation Campaign
Nonprofit aims to give new life to city's oldest operating theater.
Mar 2nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin’s Utility Energy Crisis
Poorly regulated public monopolies have created overstretched, unevenly maintained power grid.
Mar 1st, 2026 by Isaiah Ness
Residents Explore Development Ideas for Lisbon Avenue
Community members, developers, architects plan for Washington Park neighborhood.
Mar 1st, 2026 by Meredith Melland, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
3 More Wisconsin County Sheriffs Agree to Work With ICE
Decisions by Dunn, Green Lake and Walworth means 19 of 72 counties have signed on.
Mar 1st, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Rep Makes ‘Piano Lesson’ Sing
August Wilson's rhythmic dialogue and juicy characters brought to life in strong staging.
Mar 1st, 2026 by Dominique Paul Noth
New Report Finds North Side Schools Failing Black Students
Students underperforming their peers in every state, City Forward Collective finds.
Mar 1st, 2026 by Alex Klaus, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Curry Cat Debuts in Harbor District
Plus: Three new cafes, flashy new downtown restaurant and a popular comedy club returns.
Mar 1st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Mar 1st, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
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A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Feb 28th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
10 Wisconsin Companies Sue Trump for Tariff Refunds
Kohl’s, Milwaukee Tool, others claim 'financial harm' from 'illegal power grab.'
Feb 28th, 2026 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public Radio
MCTS Will Redesign Bus Network
Facing continuing budget deficits, transit system plans another redesign of service network.
Feb 28th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
National Avenue Bank Building Finds New Life As Corporate HQ
After BMO closed the branch, a Milwaukee roofing firm is moving in.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin’s Tax Burden Plunged Most In Nation, At A Cost
Wisconsin Policy Forum links historic tax decline to weaker K-12 funding and other local services.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
After GOP Snub Of Black History Month, Black Lawmakers Answer With Policy
Caucus pairs a new agenda on housing, education and justice with pushback on symbolic floor fights in Madison.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Evers Appoints New Replacement for Judge Jeffrey Wagner
Prior appointee was moved after Dugan's resignation.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
