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Blizzard Conditions Cause Power Outages, Road Closings Across State
12,876 We Energies customers lose power, 3 feet of snow in Door County.
Mar 16th, 2026 by WPR Staff
‘The Spitfire Grill’ Offers Good Home Cooking
Creator James Valcq has revised musical set in Wisconsin in fine Skylight staging.
Mar 2nd, 2026 by Dominique Paul Noth
Mexican Restaurant Proposed For Key East Side Corner
Restaurant industry veteran plans new sit-down restaurant in former Triple Taproom.
Feb 12th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
$1 Million Gift Powers Milwaukee Rep’s New Play Pipeline
Herro and Franke donation doubles funding for program as Rep plans six new works, plots national distribution.
Jan 22nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Conservation Projects Face 2026 Cutoff of State Stewardship Fund
'So many beautiful, wonderful places kind of on the chopping block.'
Dec 9th, 2025 by Henry Redman
New Tree-Killing Pest Coming to Wisconsin?
Some sightings of hemlock woolly adelgid. It's killed millions of trees in other states.
Nov 25th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
Republican Bill Encourages School District Mergers
As enrollment declines in Wisconsin, can consolidation create efficiencies, save money?
Nov 13th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Thousands of Wisconsinites Protest Trump Administration at ‘No Kings’ Rallies
The nationwide rally included dozens of protest events in all parts of Wisconsin.
Oct 19th, 2025 by Steph Conquest-Ware and Sarah Lehr
The Remarkable Rise of MOWA
It may do more with fewer dollars than any museum in Wisconsin.
Sep 18th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Central Standard Enters THC Market
New beverage line, Delta Dawn, debuts this week.
Sep 18th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Pocan-Van Orden Feud Escalates as Others Urge Them to Stop
After nasty exchanges, both Wisconsin Congressmen have faced death threats.
Aug 26th, 2025 by Lorin Cox
Boutique Office Building Planned for Tight Harbor District Site
Moede family has big plans for small space.
Jul 31st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
12,000 Join Milwaukee’s ‘No Kings’ Protest
And huge turnout in Madison in nationwide protest against President Trump.
Jun 16th, 2025 by Henry Redman and Isiah Holmes
‘No Kings’ Protests Will Be Held Across Wisconsin Saturday
Nationwide protests are designed to counter President Trump's military parade.
Jun 13th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Wisconsin State Parks Celebrates 125 Years
50 state parks attract 20 million users annually, much loved but underfunded.
May 19th, 2025 by Joel Patenaude
Action! Bipartisan Proposal Calls For 30% Film Tax Credit
Wisconsin is 1 of 13 states without tax incentives for film or TV productions.
May 1st, 2025 by Evan Casey
Milwaukee Protests Target Deportations, Democratic Leaders
Highway bridges all over town on Saturday became protests of Trump's policies.
Apr 20th, 2025 by Nick Rommel
New Film Documents Closure of Two-Year Colleges in Wisconsin
Director Ken Brosky questions the loss of Washington County and Richland campuses.
Mar 15th, 2025 by Richelle Wilson
Central Standard Opening Second Location
Local distillery's new Crafthouse & Kitchen coming to airport in September.
Mar 12th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Should You Test Your Home for Radon?
1 in 10 Wisconsin homes have high levels of cancer-causing gas you can’t smell or see.
Jan 13th, 2025 by Anna Marie Yanny
Wisconsin Mom Pushing for Adult-Sized Changing Tables to Serve Disabled
Sarah Knowles wants more universal changing stations across the state, nation.
Dec 25th, 2024 by Evan Casey
Three Affordable Apartment Projects Get Funding Boost
New state programs boost Milwaukee housing efforts.
Dec 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Many Issues Raised At Evers’ Budget Listening Session
Concerns include housing costs, prison reform and 'humanitarian crisis' for refugees.
Dec 4th, 2024 by Andrew Kennard
11 European Holiday Markets in Wisconsin
As trend grows in the state there's now one in Wauwatosa.
Dec 1st, 2024 by Anna Marie Yanny
Halloween-Themed Food and Drink Events in Milwaukee
Savor, sip and scream at more than 25 Milwaukee destinations, including a fake Applebee's and two TV show pop ups.
Oct 24th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Green Bay Area Congressional Race is Test of Power of Trump Endorsement
Open seat features former gas station chain owner and OB-GYN.
Oct 20th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Walz Tells Wisconsin Democrats It’s ‘All Gas and No Brake’ Through Election Day
In Green Bay appearance, Walz says Trump's comments on use of military on critics are 'un-American.'
Oct 15th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Introducing The Green Room, Discourse’s Newest Cocktail Concept
Plus, see what else is in the works for the cafe and its cocktail-focused spin-offs.
Jul 25th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Floating Sauna Coming To Milwaukee’s Lakefront
Kiln will drop anchor next to Discovery World this fall.
Jun 13th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Central Standard Adds ‘Rocket Pop’ Bottled Cocktail
Plus: Four new restaurants planned, BBQ joint relocating and Ardent reopening.
May 12th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Only 10 of State’s 56 Races for Circuit Court Judge Are Contested
Just one of 12 judges in Milwaukee County face an opponent on April ballot.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Henry Redman
Discourse Opens at Radio Milwaukee
New cafe serves up craft coffees with musical titles, pastries, sandwiches and more.
Mar 6th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
State of the Tribes Speech Emphasizes Diversity
Potawatomi chairman James Crawford notes diversity of 11 tribes and their common needs.
Feb 24th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes
Wisconsin Trails Neighboring States On EV Charging Stations
Only Iowa further behind. EV owners say Wisconsin needs more fast charging stations.
Jan 9th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
What New Planting Zones Mean For Wisconsin
New USDA designations will help gardeners decide what to plant as planet warms.
Jan 1st, 2024 by Bridgit Bowden
GOP Legislators Push Bills to Double State’s EV Charging Stations
Using federal funds and exempting charging stations from being regulated as utilities.
Nov 28th, 2023 by Joe Schulz
How Will Supreme Court Rule On Gerrymandering Lawsuit?
And what exactly does contiguity mean when it comes to legislative maps?
Nov 22nd, 2023 by Bruce Thompson
2023 Black Friday Beer Release Guide
Nearly two dozen local breweries will release new beers and seltzers on the Friday after Thanksgiving.
Nov 17th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Central Standard Doubles Down on Sustainability
New partnership embraces locally-sourced grains, sustainable agricultural practices.
Nov 14th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Gov. Evers Funds Iron District Stadium, Bronzeville Arts Center
Governor uses federal grant to back new soccer stadium and arts center.
Nov 2nd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Indeed Partners with Girls Rock MKE!
Plus: Sprecher launches Honeycrisp apple soda, Discourse plans Third Ward cafe and Atwood BBQ exits Crossroads Collective.
Sep 17th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Discourse Bringing Experimental Drinks to Radio Milwaukee
First cafe there since Stone Creek left in 2020 will have food, patisserie, January opening.
Sep 13th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Wisconsin’s 2022 Tourism Broke Records
$23.7 billion economic impact the highest ever, with most overnight stays.
Jun 14th, 2023 by Joe Schulz
Sprecher Releasing Door County Cherry Soda
Limited-edition soda is locally-brewed with Wisconsin honey and Door County cherries.
May 25th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
New Harvard Design School Leader a Longtime Local Architect
Grace La's enduring impact on Milwaukee includes Marsupial Bridge and Kilbourn Tower.
Apr 24th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Three New Beers For Brewers Opening Day
J. Leinenkugel's Barrel Yard will open April 3 with three exclusive beers.
Mar 28th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Pomona Cider Company Announces Opening Date
East Side cidery to host a series of soft openings for the public starting in March.
Feb 15th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Baking Classes Return to Honeypie
Plus: Four new restaurants. And small-format grocery will serve Brewery District residents.
Dec 18th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
Two New Vendors Open at Paper Table
Plus: 7 new restaurants planned in town and farewell to Pat's Niche Pub and Grub.
Dec 11th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
Hacienda Debuts New Menu and Beverage Program
The eastside establishment will henceforth be known as Hacienda Taproom & Kitchen.
Nov 17th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
State Tourism Rebounds Since Pandemic
Revenue up 21% in 2021, study finds, but business-oriented travel in Milwaukee hasn't fully recovered.
Nov 13th, 2022 by Joe Schulz
Pomona Cider Company Opening in City
'We want to awe people,' says owner of new craft cidery on East Side that will also serve food.
Sep 27th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
Solar Panels Make Money for State Farmers
Partnerships between dairy farms and energy companies are increasing.
Sep 7th, 2022 by Jana Rose Schleis
Discourse Coffee Opens Cafe at MSOE
This is the third Milwaukee location for the experimental coffee shop.
Aug 19th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
Concordia’s Huge Seawall Impacts Mequon Homes On Lake Michigan
University’s 2,700-foot protective wall causes erosion for nearby residents, who may lose homes.
Aug 15th, 2022 by Mario Koran
Climate Change, Earthworms Alter Northern Forests
Earthworm invasion thinning and warming soil in state’s forests.
Jul 20th, 2022 by Bill Berry
State Declines in Bicycle Friendly Ranking
Wisconsin once ranked 2nd, now 29th. How are five ways to improve ranking.
Jul 20th, 2022 by Kirsten Finn
Peregrine Falcon Program Helps Raptors Take Flight
Researcher works with utilities, creating nesting boxes atop Wisconsin power plants.
Jun 21st, 2022 by Rob Mentzer
Hotel Metro Adding Rooftop Tiki Bar
Also new: Meat & Co. coming to Walker's Point, a Downtown pizza pub and West Allis ice cream shop.
Jun 13th, 2022 by Michael Holloway
Wisconsin Justice Blasts ‘Dangerous Loophole’ for Concealed Carry
Current law allows some with history of domestic violence to carry a concealed weapon.
May 20th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer
More Pizza, Donuts, Latin Food for Bay View
Plus: Hello to MilTex Kitchen and Discourse cafe's second location and goodbye HIYA Taco.
Apr 25th, 2022 by Michael Holloway
Experimental Coffee Shop Adds New Location
Discourse cafe opens second location -- for now -- at the Milwaukee Art Museum.
Apr 19th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Bill Could Expand Electric Car Charging Stations
But amendments prevent stations by governments or private parties not connected to utilities.
Feb 15th, 2022 by Kari Lydersen
New Mexican-Italian Place For East Side
Plus: Dead Bird Brewing brunch a hit. An experimental coffee shop. And Tosa Egg and Flour Pasta closing.
Jan 24th, 2022 by Michael Holloway
Experimental Coffee Bar Will Open at Crossroads Collective
Discourse relocated to Milwaukee from Door County in 2021.
Jan 20th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Bail Reform And The Waukesha Tragedy
Republicans are going to use accused killer Darrell Brooks like a hammer.
Nov 28th, 2021 by Dave Cieslewicz
The Battle for Lake Michigan’s Shoreline
As water levels surge, Wisconsinites erecting walls. But that could hurt downstream beaches.
Nov 7th, 2021 by Mario Koran
Is Ballot Harvesting A Problem?
Kleefisch says so. The only two claims of this, both in other states, involved Republicans.
Nov 3rd, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
Rep’s Comedy Aims At Packer Fans
And ‘Dad’s Season Tickets’ hits the mark. Musical is funny, homey and too long.
Nov 2nd, 2021 by Dominique Paul Noth
Lake Michigan Endangers Shorelines
Rising from record low to record high in seven years. ‘The water always wins.’
Nov 1st, 2021 by Mario Koran
New Pub For The Brewery District
On Tap, a gastropub serving fish fries, will replace Jackson's in old Pabst Brewery building.
Aug 17th, 2021 by Angeline Terry
River Hills Wetland Development Sparks Controversy
Residents oppose village board's plan to build 60 homes in area of unique watershed.
Jul 13th, 2021 by Michael Horne
A New Bay View Pasta Maker
Plus: Nationally known chef opening restaurant here, and unique Door County coffeehouse moving to Milwaukee.
Jul 6th, 2021 by Michael Holloway
Milwaukee Beach Ambassadors Hope to Prevent Drownings
Ambassadors try to educate beachgoers on water quality, flag warning systems and rip currents.
Jul 1st, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Central Standard Offers Stiff Signing Bonus
The Milwaukee-based distillery is offering new hires a tasting kit with some of its spirits.
Jun 25th, 2021 by Angeline Terry
Why Is There A Worker Shortage?
Employers disagree, but big decline in child care centers could be a key issue.
Jun 8th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Quagga Mussels Still Rule Lake Michigan
New study shows how mussels have transformed the lake.
Apr 7th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
State’s Partisan Divide the Worst Ever?
‘The worst it's ever been,’ says one legislator. Are voters echoing politicians or vice versa?
Jan 24th, 2021 by Nora Eckert and Anya van Wagtendonk
We Want More Money For Schools
Across the state, in both blue and red counties, voters are approving more money for schools.
Nov 17th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Oggie’s Returns to Downtown Hotel Metro
Plus: fire at Hooligan'ts, a new soul food restaurant and Supermoon releases first beers.
Nov 16th, 2020 by Michael Holloway
Lawsuit Seeks to Invalidate Votes in Milwaukee County
Suit uses anonymous sources to allege voter fraud.
Nov 13th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
How Suburban Voters Defeated Trump
A decisive switch, both in Wisconsin and nationally.
Nov 10th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Did Pompeo Violate Federal Law With Visit?
The secretary of state's visit to the state capitol may have broken law against his office engaging in domestic political activities.
Sep 24th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
The Battle Over Face Masks
The limits of persuasion in a polarized state. Can science save lives and prevent threats?
Sep 7th, 2020 by Will Cushman
Remembering Yaakov Sullivan
Former Milwaukee and New York actor and political activist passes away at age 73.
Jul 6th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
8 More Counties Plan Referendum on Gerrymandering
51 of 72 counties support non-partisan redistricting, 8 more counties will vote in November.
Jun 29th, 2020 by Matt Rothschild
State’s Police Forces Have Military Arsenals
Including 42 mine resistant vehicles, 2,300 semi-automatic rifles, dozens of night vision tools.
Jun 24th, 2020 by Henry Redman
Small Town Protests See ‘Thrilling’ Response
"Everyone's coming together" at protests in Wausau, Sturgeon Bay and across the state.
Jun 8th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer
State Campgrounds Reopening June 10
Restrooms open, but playgrounds and concessions remain closed.
Jun 5th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Staycations More Likely on Memorial Day?
State destinations like Door County, Wisconsin Dells not sure what to expect.
May 24th, 2020 by Shamane Mills
Musicians Find Creative Ways to Perform
Livestreaming home shows, making TikTok videos, coping with financial losses.
May 10th, 2020 by Mary Kate McCoy
