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The State of Politics: Rural Schools Want More Funding
The State of Politics

Rural Schools Want More Funding

Will this cut funding for urban schools like Milwaukee?

Growing Power Provides 40,000 Lbs of Carrots to Schools

Growing Power Provides 40,000 Lbs of Carrots to Schools

Group sets record for largest farm-to-school fresh food procurement ever in the U.S.

House Confidential: How a Nuns’ Home Became a Historic Duplex
House Confidential

How a Nuns’ Home Became a Historic Duplex

The 1892 home for St. John's Cathedral nuns is now a 3,855-square foot, Yankee Hill residence.

Elections: Dan Adams’ Assembly Fundraiser
Elections

Dan Adams’ Assembly Fundraiser

He's got Abele's backing for the Milwaukee legislative seat, while Barrett backs Dimitrijevic.

Public Weighs In On Lakefront Project

Public Weighs In On Lakefront Project

Information meeting at Public Market had a full house. There's still time to add your views to the discussion.

Bike Czar: The Ultimate Winter Commuter Bike
Bike Czar

The Ultimate Winter Commuter Bike

More progress -- and more tips for bikers -- in my eternal quest for the perfect winter bike.

Lawton Takes Aim at Campaign Cash

Lawton Takes Aim at Campaign Cash

Former Lt Governor will run national group pushing for campaign finance reform.

Murphy’s Law: The War Against Wind
Murphy’s Law

The War Against Wind

Wind power is booming in surrounding states but declining in Wisconsin. Why?

Making College Possible for Low-Income Students

Making College Possible for Low-Income Students

College Possible Milwaukee part of national group that has increased 4-year college enrollment by 15%.

Hard Hat Tour: North Avenue Boomtown
Hard Hat Tour

North Avenue Boomtown

Three different projects will together remake E. North Avenue. Our photos capture the progress.

Streetsblog: Milwaukee Has 9th Fastest Growth in Car-Free Households
Streetsblog

Milwaukee Has 9th Fastest Growth in Car-Free Households

Study shows only 8 U.S. cities grew faster; 20% of households here are car-free.

Plenty of Horne: Fox Point Decrees: Pedestrians Must Wear Reflective Clothing
Plenty of Horne

Fox Point Decrees: Pedestrians Must Wear Reflective Clothing

The village with no sidewalks or street lights will require pedestrians to be visible at a distance of 500 feet.