Residents Explore Development Ideas for Lisbon Avenue
Community members, developers, architects plan for Washington Park neighborhood.
Read the full story by Meredith Melland, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service...
3 More Wisconsin County Sheriffs Agree to Work With ICE
Decisions by Dunn, Green Lake and Walworth means 19 of 72 counties have signed on.
by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Rep Makes ‘Piano Lesson’ Sing
August Wilson's rhythmic dialogue and juicy characters brought to life in strong staging.
by Dominique Paul Noth
New Report Finds North Side Schools Failing Black Students
Students underperforming their peers in every state, City Forward Collective finds.
Mar 1st, 2026 by Alex Klaus, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Curry Cat Debuts in Harbor District
Plus: Three new cafes, flashy new downtown restaurant and a popular comedy club returns.
Mar 1st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Mar 1st, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
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See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
Mar 1st, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Feb 28th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
10 Wisconsin Companies Sue Trump for Tariff Refunds
Kohl’s, Milwaukee Tool, others claim 'financial harm' from 'illegal power grab.'
Feb 28th, 2026 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public Radio
MCTS Will Redesign Bus Network
Facing continuing budget deficits, transit system plans another redesign of service network.
Feb 28th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
National Avenue Bank Building Finds New Life As Corporate HQ
After BMO closed the branch, a Milwaukee roofing firm is moving in.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin’s Tax Burden Plunged Most In Nation, At A Cost
Wisconsin Policy Forum links historic tax decline to weaker K-12 funding and other local services.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
After GOP Snub Of Black History Month, Black Lawmakers Answer With Policy
Caucus pairs a new agenda on housing, education and justice with pushback on symbolic floor fights in Madison.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Evers Appoints New Replacement for Judge Jeffrey Wagner
Prior appointee was moved after Dugan's resignation.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
After Pandemic Backlogs, Wisconsin’s Unemployment System Now Faces A Federal Roadblock
Evers says Trump’s move to cancel $29 million in grants could derail long-planned system upgrades.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Harley-Davidson Prepares To Reactivate Its Corporate Headquarters
New CEO makes the case for why in-person work matters.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Sheriff Ball Changes Course on Facial Recognition
Sheriff will not acquire facial recognition technology, 'at this time.'
Feb 27th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Manufacturer Plans Facility on 27th Street
Big idea, with connection to high-end retailers, would launch in small building.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
JD Vance Stumps for Derrick Van Orden, Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin Visit
The vice president touted economic prosperity under President Trump.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Fast Food Restaurant Proposed For High-Turnover Building
New business proposed for one-time 'Sandwich God' space.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Gov. Tony Evers Says He’s Still Negotiating With GOP on Property Tax, Schools Deal
School funding has become key issue in Capitol.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
New Group Proposes National Design Competition for Veterans Park
Friends of Veterans Park wants to turn lakefront park into a world-class destination.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Children’s Museum Looks to Double Its Space
Organization announces timeline for move from longtime home.
Feb 26th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Voters Turn Against School Tax Hikes, Poll Finds
Most say they would vote down local school referendums and want surplus dollars for tax relief instead.
Feb 26th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
John Sieger Takes The Stage at Anodyne
Plus: Don't miss the first Harbor Lights winter art experience Saturday.
Feb 26th, 2026 by Michael Holloway
Milwaukee Could Require Laser Scanning Before Historic Building Demolition
Long simmering idea intended to aid research, restoration.
Feb 26th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Bank Shuttering 33% of Its Branches
First Federal Bank of Wisconsin shrinking its retail footprint.
Feb 26th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
