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New Plant Shop Opens in Riverwest
Plants and community flourish at Welcome 2 The Jungle.
by Sophie Bolich
Anglers Blame Politics As Wisconsin Cuts Back On Stocking Game Fish
With two state hatcheries closed, musky, walleye and brown trout numbers are on the chopping block.
by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Prisons Bar Journalists From Recording Inmate Phone Calls
DOC cites victims’ rights and security, while open-government advocates see a blow to transparency.
Jun 12th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
MSOE Replacing A Parking Lot With AI
New building is 'Next Bold Step' for university.
Jun 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Moore, Pocan Push To Repeal School Choice Tax Credit
Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act would undo a key piece of last year’s budget bill.
Jun 12th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Tenant Sought For Former Rare Steakhouse Space
The restaurant space is listed as a turnkey opportunity.
Jun 12th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
New Federal Student Loan Rules Hit July 1 For Wisconsin Borrowers
End of SAVE plan, new caps and repayment options could reshape debt for 700,000 residents.
Jun 12th, 2026 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio
More Whistleblowers Go Public With Allegations Against Veolia
Former Veolia employees say maintenance records destroyed, sewer plant data falsified.
Jun 12th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Port Bids Bon Voyage to Longtime Board Chair
Mayor, port officials, board colleaues wish smooth sailing to Timothy Hoelter.
Jun 11th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Modern Walker’s Point Condo
Features 12' ceilings, timber beams, hardwood floors, and a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances
Jun 11th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Three Lakefront Festivals To Choose From
Plus: Don't miss VeganMania.
Jun 11th, 2026 by Michael Holloway
Wisconsin Now Lets Drivers Buy State Park Passes With DMV Renewal
New online and in-person option aims to boost convenience, visits and park funding statewide.
Jun 11th, 2026 by Avery Martinez, Wisconsin Public Radio
Veolia Announces Audit Plan of Its Own
Private wastewater operator facing scrutiny for its handling of public sewerage operations.
Jun 11th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Vision Zero Summit Rallies Milwaukee To End Traffic Deaths By 2037
Hundreds gather to push safer street design, accountability and community action on reckless driving.
Jun 11th, 2026 by Meredith Melland and Jake Dale, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
A Walker’s Point Fixture is Back in Business
Popular pizzeria reopens after abrupt, four-month closure.
Jun 11th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Nadi Plates Cancels Plans To Open In Former Food Hall
The Italian restaurant instead hopes to open its flagship in another East Side building
Jun 11th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Two Democrats Vie To Challenge State Treasurer John Leiber
Primary will decide who faces Wisconsin’s lone Republican constitutional officer in November.
Jun 11th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
DPI Sued Over Allegedly Secret Wisconsin Dells Meeting
IRG says public notice and access were wrongly denied in 2024 session.
Jun 11th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Tourism Sets Record For Fourth Straight Year
State logs 117 million visits and $27 billion in economic impact, led by outdoor recreation and events.
Jun 11th, 2026 by Richelle Wilson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Pita Pit Closes Downtown Restaurant
Corner storefront now available for lease.
Jun 11th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Ballot Challenges Fail In 7th District GOP Primary Fight
Wisconsin elections officials keep three rivals, including Trump-endorsed Michael Alfonso, on the August ballot.
Jun 11th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
It’s Not a Data Center, Developer Says of Midtown Walmart Project
Redevelopment to include new city library, housing and small computer research business.
Jun 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
MMSD Discussed No-Bid Contract Extension With Veolia in 2023
Sewerage district eventually chose competitive bid process. Veolia's work now at issue.
Jun 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Harley-Davidson to Bring Some Production Back to Wisconsin
Company moving some production and jobs back to U.S. in this state and Pennsylvania.
Jun 10th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
County Insider Hired to Run Mental Health System
Former leader was forced out in March without explanation.
Jun 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Police Chief Promises to Focus More on Nuisance Properties, Landlords
'Sometimes you take your eye off the ball.' Chief admits decline in activity.
Jun 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Southside Bar Surrenders License After Fatal Shooting
'A man got murdered right in front of my face.'
Jun 10th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
