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Inside the Police Report on Marty Brooks’ Alleged Pinch of José Pérez
Newly obtained report reveals recorded call, witness statements and why prosecutors closed the sexual assault case without charges.
Feb 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Facing Pushback, MPD Halts Use of Facial Recognition Technology
If not, Fire & Police Commission, Common Council are poised to step in.
Feb 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers, Crowley Criticize Trump Admin Over Disaster Relief
Disaster relief request after 1000-year August storm is denied, again.
Feb 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Bill Targets ‘Revolving Door’ Between State Regulators and Utilities
PSC commissioners must wait 3 years after leaving office to take jobs with utilities.
Feb 10th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Council Approves Historic District Over Owner’s Objections
Vote is unanimous. Former church also gets historic designation without opposition.
Feb 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Cudahy Bakery Abruptly Closes
Vegan wholesale bakery East Side Ovens has shuttered its Cudahy location indefinitely.
Feb 10th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
The End of McGovern Senior Center?
Needs $1.9 million in repairs and renovations to address past and future flooding.
Feb 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Controversial Riverwest Tavern On Hold
Business hits another licensing snag, council schedules more debate.
Feb 10th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Schools Have Low Level of Dual Enrollment Participation
College level courses less likely at schools with high rates of poverty.
Feb 10th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
City Unveils Plan to Curb Grocery Store Closures
Grant program would help cover costs; proposed ordinance aims to attract new stores.
Feb 10th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
SWING STATE is the Wisconsin Premiere of a Local Story
Next Act Theatre’s latest play is part mystery, part drama set in small-town Wisconsin.
Feb 9th, 2026 by Next Act Theatre
