Wisconsin Historical Society

Republican Lawmakers Want Death Penalty for Child Sex Crimes

Wisconsin abolished the death penalty in 1853.

Cargill Closing Last Milwaukee Meatpacking Plant

Closure of 'protein processing plant' marks the end of an overlooked era in Milwaukee's history.

Vos Backs Off Demand to Repeal Evers’ 400-Year Veto

Move could advance Republican negotiations with governor on property tax relief.

One of Milwaukee’s Oldest Houses Could Be Moved

Plus: Walker's Point factory coming down.

Century-Old Church Will Become Apartments

Chicago developer advances 5-floor plan for downtown Milwaukee church.

Name, Operator Revealed For New Luxury Hotel

New life and amenities for old University Club. But what about the canopy?

Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project Achieves Pre-Approval for New State Historic Markers

Wausau, Milwaukee sites meet cultural landmark requirements

This Is It (1968-2025) Approved for State Historic Marker

Wisconsin's second LGBTQ historic landmark will be installed in summer 2026

Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves Approximately $185 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin

Kauten to join ‘Investor Hall of Fame’ Nov. 5 at Wisconsin Early Stage Symposium in Madison

More than 60 companies to share ideas at 2025 Early Stage Symposium in Madison

List grows of announced candidates for governor who will join Nov. 6 Early Stage Symposium forum