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As Flu Season Looms, Two Wisconsin Children Die of Respiratory Illness
DHS confirms one pediatric death from COVID-19 and one from influenza and warns this flu season could be more severe than usual.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Attorneys Spar Over Dugan’s Intent, Evidence in Closing Arguments
Was Dugan trying her best under difficult circumstances? Or did she intend to take the law into her own hands that day in April?
Dec 18th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
New Report Identifies What Market Would Support at Former Northridge Site
City looking to hit a home run.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Aranda Leans on Nonpartisan Record in Partisan Fight for 1st District Seat
Candidate cites Whitewater school board service and work with Spanish-speaking families as proof he can “work across the aisle” and broaden the Democratic electorate.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Fat Valdy’s Reopening Scrapped, New Restaurant Planned
Blue Mound building will house second location for southside restaurant.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
After Shutdown, WisconsinEye Discussing Future With Legislators
Nonprofit seeking partial public funding to resume operation.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Buffalo Wild Wings To Reopen After Licensing Mix-Up
Takeout spot has been closed since November while a new franchisee’s license is reviewed by health department.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Christmas at the Pabst Mansion
A self-guided holiday tradition the whole family can enjoy! Delight in the wonderment of Christmas at the Pabst Mansion where no two Christmases are the same.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Pabst Mansion
How Menards’ 11 Percent Rebate Ended in a $4.25 Million Payout
Ten states, led in part by Wisconsin, said the popular promotion blurred the line between instant discounts and mail-in rebates for shoppers.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Defense Rests in Dugan ICE Trial After Brief Case and Character Testimony
Four witnesses, including two judges and former Mayor Tom Barrett, testified as Dugan’s lawyers argued confusion, not obstruction, drove her actions.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
$43 Million Later, MPS Says Classrooms Are Safe From Lead Dust
Superintendent Brenda Cassellius and city leaders mark the end of cleanup effort.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Data Center Deal Puts Port Washington Mayor on Recall Hot Seat
Critics argue the city’s tax increment financing plan for the OpenAI and Oracle-linked project shifts risk to residents while locking in decades of repayment to developer.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
