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Sup. Wasserman Proposes Pension Reform
Supervisor wants to fix much smaller, but older, pension benefit that isn't quite working.
Aug 22nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Low Vaccination Rates Driving Measles Outbreak in Wisconsin
All but one of 48 cases was someone unvaccinated, all in just three counties.
Aug 22nd, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
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Aug 22nd, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee: The Store
17 People in Wisconsin, 23 in Minnesota Sickened in E. Coli, Salmonella Outbreak
Alfalfa sprouts sold under Everything Sprouts and Calco brands contaminated with both bacteria.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Ortiz-Velez Challenges Luna’s Residency in Assembly District 8
State Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez files complaint alleging fraud by primary opponent who defeated her.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Film Wisconsin Office Awarded $1 Million in Tax Credits to 6 Productions
'UECK, a documentary about Bob Uecker, among those funded by new state office.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
We Energies Deal Would Buy Power From Point Beach Nuclear Plant Into 2050s
State PSC must approve it. Consumer advocacy group questions whether costs too high.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Federal Grant Will Help Modernize MCTS Buses
County using funds for new buses and to optimize local traffic lights for buses.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Blue-Green Algae on the Rise in Wisconsin’s Lakes
State regulators cite more reports of algae and associated illnesses.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
First Foreclosure, Now Bankruptcy For Highgrove’s Rental Empire
More than 260 Milwaukee properties are tied to a growing web of court and bankruptcy actions.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Hospitals’ Prices 26% Higher Than in Illinois, Report Finds
Researcher cites lack of competition in Wisconsin. State hospitals group challenges findings.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
U.S. Department of Education Investigates MPS for Racial Bias in Discipline
A bias against white students? MPS statistics show Black students more likely to be disciplined.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Alex Klaus, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
