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Future of City’s Overdose Prevention Program In Jeopardy
Some council members want outside audit, health commissioner calls it a 'waste.'
Apr 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Showdown Set Over Violence Prevention Director
And just how far is Mayor Cavalier Johnson willing to go to fund the department?
Apr 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
How Wisconsin Plans To Spend $31 Million In Opioid Funds
Tribal nations, Narcan distribution, treatment access and law enforcement training are key priorities.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Evers OKs Sports Betting, Pledges To Keep Tribes On Equal Footing
Law allows online wagers statewide as governor pushes for a joint venture among all tribal nations.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Razor-Thin Wins, Costly Losses In Wisconsin’s 75 School Referendums
Butternut passed by one vote, Sauk Prairie and Fond du Lac fell short, and Appleton scored a decisive $60 million win.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public Radio
Celebrate Milwaukee Day With An Urban Milwaukee Membership
Become an Urban Milwaukee member for just $4.14 per month for first year.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Hundreds In Wisconsin Could Lose HIV Drug Help As State Trims Safety Net
DHS cost-cutting moves target an insurance-based program with a 95% viral suppression rate.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio
Pyrotechnics Being Added To July 3 Drone Show
Parks director also promises to dial back feature that annoyed viewers last year.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Redesigning City’s Only Riverfront Boat Launch
Proposal would improve public access for boats and non-boaters alike.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Rothman Says He Was Blindsided. Regents Tell A Different Story.
At a tense Senate hearing, UW leaders detail concerns about his leadership while staying mum on closed-door talks.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Officials Break Ground on Deer District Apartments
Vacant city block will soon feature affordable housing.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
New Wisconsin Law Targets Overdose Risk After Prison Release
State will seek a federal waiver to cover treatment and meds for eligible people 90 days before release.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Andrew Kennard, Wisconsin Examiner
