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Silver Spring Sentry is Closing
Latest in a string of grocery closings in the city, worsening food deserts.
Jan 19th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
250 Deadlines in Crowded Political Year
April, August, November elections dominate packed political calendar.
Jan 19th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Democrats Decry Proposed Constitutional Amendment on DEI
Blasting 'dangerous' Republican proposal that could be on ballot in November.
Jan 19th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Ron Johnson Talking to Democrats About Partial ACA Fix
Wants to restore some of ACA tax credits. Tammy Baldwin open to compromise.
Jan 19th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Music by Vivaldi and Bach, plus more baroque
One, a master in the art of the concerto. The other, a master in the art of the fugue. Gloriously baroque, and more. 7:00 p.m. January 26, 2026
Jan 18th, 2026 by Frankly Music
Pabst Venues Go All In on Hemp Candies
Plus: Aldi closes, FreshFin exiting East Side and a new community cafe.
Jan 18th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
DOC’s Commerce Smokehouse Is a BBQ Blast
Southern, hickory smoked, dry rubbed ribs, pork and brisket with special sauces.
Jan 18th, 2026 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
AG Kaul Seeks Dismissal of Federal DOJ Voter Data Lawsuit
Wisconsin among 20 states where Trump administration demands sensitive voter data.
Jan 18th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Alliant Energy Plans to Build $730 Million Wind Farm
277-megawatt Columbia County project with 40 wind turbines will power 100,000 homes.
Jan 18th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Jan 18th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Jan 17th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Fewer Wisconsinites Enroll in ACA Health Care As Costs Skyrocket
Enrollment in ACA marketplace down by 307,000; experts expect further decline.
Jan 17th, 2026 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public Radio
