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Mayor Vetoes Controversial Insurance Partnership
Council narrowly endorsed idea, only for Mayor Cavalier Johnson to kill initiative.
Dec 15th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Supervisors Support New Zoo Entrance
Current location of Zoo entrance causing traffic backups, safety issues on Bluemound Road, supervisor says.
Dec 15th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Vos Says UW Deal Is ‘First Step’ To End ‘Cancerous’ Diversity Practices
Assembly Speaker used his power to force UW system changes on diversity, equity and inclusion practices.
Dec 15th, 2023 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Lakefront Brewery Brings Back Popular Winter Riverwalk Amenity
The cozy, heated hop houses are back after a one-year hiatus.
Dec 15th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Trans Community On High Alert Following Surge in Murders, Attacks
Community members express opposition and concern about anti-trans legislation, four homicides.
Dec 15th, 2023 by Trisha Young, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Court Will Decide If Amazon Drivers Are Really Independent Contractors
Wisconsin Supreme Court will rule on case, which would make workers eligible for unemployment.
Dec 15th, 2023 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Proposal Would Subject School Construction To Competitive Bidding
Wisconsin is one of three states where contracts can be awarded on no-bid basis.
Dec 15th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Tax Bill Mixup Will Result In Approximately 600 Bills Being Reissued
City of Milwaukee forgot to include unpaid fees for hundreds of properties.
Dec 14th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
GOP Legislator Indicates Support For Wisconsin PFAS Ban
State Sen. Eric Wimberger says he would consider phaseout. Paper companies have concerns.
Dec 14th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Ghost Tours, Holiday Bike Rides and a Cheers Festival
Eclectic collection of holiday events will take place in lead up to the big day.
Dec 14th, 2023 by Michael Holloway
Mexican Restaurant Will Replace Tavern ‘Bar Rescue’ Once Tried To Save
El Paraíso will serve a seafood-focused menu in the Tippecanoe neighborhood.
Dec 14th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
New Burger Restaurant Opens Near 76th and Florist
The Fatty Patty's newest brick-and-mortar location is now open on the Northwest Side.
Dec 14th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
