MPS Seeks to Hire Chicago Teachers
Potential layoffs by Chicago Public Schools could fill vacancies in Milwaukee.
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Complaint Accuses Mandela Barnes of Campaign Finance Violation
Barnes campaign says it followed the law. Complaint filed by attorney supporting David Crowley.
by Bruce Murphy
More Wisconsin High Schoolers Passing AP Tests, But Some Question Why
After College Board changed how it scores Advanced Placement tests, more students are passing.
by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Festival Will Crown Wisconsin’s Best IPA
Third Space Brewing hosts 10th annual event; ticket sales running ahead of last year.
Jul 28th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Carmen Unveils $55 Million Southgate Campus
STEAM lab, large gym and common areas anchor new three-story school opening later this month.
Jul 28th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
County Prepares for Another Brutal Year of Budget Cuts
Officials planning spending cuts and possible tax increases in 2027.
Jul 28th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Dugout 54 Is a Winner
Sports bar with elevated pub fare may make a fan of you.
Jul 27th, 2026 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
State Revokes Brewing License for Liberal Provocateur Kirk Bangstad
Minocqua Brewing Company owner has until Aug. 4 to appeal decision he calls 'laughable.'
Jul 27th, 2026 by Avery Martinez, Wisconsin Public Radio
Why We Support a Temporary Moratorium on New Data Centers
AI is transforming the economy, but we should not let wealthy corporations dictate the terms.
Jul 27th, 2026 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic and Ald. Russell W. Stamper, II
Madison Police Killing Will Shake Up Democratic Race for Governor
The issue will drive election turnout, help and hurt Hong. How will it impact other candidates?
Jul 27th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Can UW Health Apprenticeships Become a National Model?
Program's leaders think so. Program started in 2018 has graduated 1,000 apprentices.
Jul 27th, 2026 by Natalie Yahr
Filipino Restaurant Announces Grand Opening
Cocina Filipina plans day-long grand opening and block party featuring food, drinks and live music.
Jul 27th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
What Explains Evers Endorsement of David Crowley for Governor?
He had expressly avoided endorsing anyone for governor, including 3 Democrats who worked for him.
Jul 27th, 2026 by Steven Walters
The Old is New at MPS
Superintendent's program of Instructional Facilitators intended to creative unified, improved instruction.
Jul 27th, 2026 by Terry Falk
Evers Pushes Trump to Speed up DACA Renewals
Trump's immigration crackdown has put recipients' applications on hold. There are 5,000 in Wisconsin.
Jul 27th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Momentum Grows for Madison Police Body Cameras After Fatal Shooting
Proposals to outfit all Madison officers with body cameras have stalled for more than a decade.
Jul 27th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
New Canada Tariffs Put Wisconsin’s Trade Surplus At Risk, Groups Say
With $8.5 billion in exports to Canada, Wisconsin groups fear higher costs and lost manufacturing jobs ahead.
Jul 26th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Taxpayers Fund Crowley Campaign Security, For Now
Crowley campaign waiting to reimburse county for campaign security until the end of the campaign.
Jul 26th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
The Foods That Fuel The Riverwest 24
Plus: A new Northwest Side grocery store, Ger'mama retires and The Soup Market says goodbye.
Jul 26th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Wildfire Smoke Chokes Tourism Up North, Alters Routine At Milwaukee County Zoo
Apostle Islands tours, zoo animals and staff all adapt when hazardous haze settles over Wisconsin.
Jul 26th, 2026 by Royce Podeszwa, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Jul 26th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Jul 25th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
July 25, 2026
See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
Jul 25th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
How Wisconsin Governor Hopefuls Say They’d Handle Police Shootings
From Hong to Tiffany, candidates use the Madison killing of Corey Ruiz to outline plans on oversight and public safety.
Jul 25th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Absentee Rules Face Court Test Ahead Of Fall Elections
With mail delays looming, League of Women Voters and allies ask a judge to open a path for at-risk absentee voters to the polls.
Jul 25th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Ruiz Family Demands Charges, Body Cameras After Madison Police Killing
Relatives of Corey Ruiz speak at the Capitol as protests and neighborhood fallout grow.
Jul 25th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Did the USDOT Just Prioritize Speed Over Safety?
All the city news you can use.
Jul 25th, 2026 by Jeff Wood
County Pushes Federal Funding For Oak Creek Affordable Housing
New subdivision part of larger strategy by County Executive David Crowley.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
