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City Handing Out Free Gun Locks
Part of broader effort to reduce gun violence and accidental shootings by kids, say mayor and police chief.
May 9th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneWine Bar Opens in Downtown Food Hall
Also new this week: Walker's Point coffee house, Deer District daiquiri bar, Sticky Rice on Brady St.
May 9th, 2022 by Michael HollowaySpecial Election Called For Kovac’s Seat
Veteran alderman is now the city budget director. Primary would be on August 9
May 9th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneNew State ACLU Leader Has Overcome Barriers
'Mexican-American, queer, multiple disabilities, and those identities taught me a lot.'
May 9th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerEvers Tour Touts Economic Recovery Efforts
Governor and cabinet secretaries travel to cities in western Wisconsin.
May 9th, 2022 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerCruise Ship Leaves Milwaukee Twice
Ship gets as far north as Mequon, then returns to port due to a missing crew member.
May 9th, 2022 by Jeramey JannenePrimary Winners Rely on Certain Counties
Of state's 72 counties a small number provide majority of statewide vote.
May 9th, 2022 by Steven WaltersCitizen Scientists Will Study Extreme Summer Heat in Milwaukee
Planned study of urban heat island effect part of national effort to avoid fatalities.
May 9th, 2022 by John Davis, Wisconsin Public RadioPrometheus Trio Plays 200 Years of Music
Final concert of season ranges from Beethoven to current composer Augusta Read Thomas.
May 9th, 2022 by Michael BarndtFactory Faces $15 Million Pollution, PCBs Cleanup
Site near Capitol and Holton has toxic history. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.
May 8th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene“The Secret Garden” open February 18 – May 27, 2022
Over 100 works of art by more than 80 artists across the globe come together in a whimsical, nature filled oasis amid Wisconsin's harsh winter. Open weekdays, 10am - 4pm.
May 8th, 2022 by The Warehouse Art MuseumState Has About 6,400 Abortions Per Year
State’s rate per live births, just half that of the nation, may reflect restrictive laws.
May 8th, 2022 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio