Fewer Wisconsinites Enroll in ACA Health Care As Costs Skyrocket
Enrollment in ACA marketplace down by 307,000; experts expect further decline.
Read the full story by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public Radio...
Early Fundraising Shows Competitive Democratic Primary for Governor
Crowley leads 7 Democrats who've raised 6-figure sums; Tiffany is GOP leader.
by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Transit Company Exploits Workers, Costs Taxpayers
French company operating county's paratransit system also provides poor service.
by Graham Kilmer
Induced Demand Boosts Active Transportation
All the city news you can use.
Jan 17th, 2026 by Jeff Wood
DPI Returns Final $8 Million Withheld From MPS
The funding was held back after MPS missed key financial reporting deadlines, triggering state scrutiny and a corrective plan.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Large Apartment Complex Planned For Never-Developed Land
Developer planning its second Milwaukee complex, this time on northwest side.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
MCTS Hires Outsider As New Deputy Director
After years of abrupt departures, top positions are MCTS are once again filled.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Draft & Co. Opens Downtown
The long-awaited bar and grill is open for business at Vel R. Phillips Plaza.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Vacant Northside Building Could Become Community Cafe
BLK Coffee part of a larger effort to create business hub.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Former Department Store Being Converted To Apartments
Long underused upper floors would see new life.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Assembly Backs MAHA-Inspired School Food, English-Only Bills
GOP advances ban on certain additives, move to make English Wisconsin’s official language, despite Dem objections.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
County Wants Public Input On How To Fund The Arts
County seeks Goldilocks solution for its formula-funding woes.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Analysis Adds $1 Billion To State Budget Surplus
The numbers come as both parties are putting the finishing touches on their 2026 campaign agendas.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
No-Tax-on-Tips Plan Clears Assembly, Heads to Wisconsin Senate
Republicans and some Democrats support exempting up to $25,000 in tips from state income tax.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Secret Cocktail Lounge Expanding
Speakeasy in Black Cat Alley can now accommodate larger reservations, private events.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Every Other Day, A Reckless Driver’s Car Is Now Getting Towed
A state law change lets police seize more vehicles, part of a broader push to curb reckless driving.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
East Side Poké Restaurant Closing
FreshFin announces second Milwaukee restaurant closure, reveals last day of service.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Art, Bulls and Goblins
Winter Gallery Night, PBR Unleash the Beast, the Goblin King Masquerade and more.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Michael Holloway
Feds Sue St. Paul Fish Company Over Alleged Illegal Tip Pooling
Labor Department says Milwaukee Public Market restaurant let managers share in tips.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
City Wants To Clean Up Contaminated Bay View Factory
But will it get the money to do so?
Jan 15th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
‘Cardboard Piano’ Is Can’t-Miss Show
Strong RTW production captures humanity in story of Angola political turmoil.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Dominique Paul Noth
Only Half Of Wisconsin High Schoolers Feel A Sense Of Belonging
New state report links falling connection at school to worsening youth mental health.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Puts State Dollars Into Local Food For The First Time
Feeding Wisconsin calls $10 million program a critical investment as donations fall and more residents seek help.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Police Urge Caution Following ‘Surge’ in Dating-App Robberies
Police say suspects have been using Grindr to commit robberies, decline to provide data.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
A Stealth Campaign for Supreme Court?
Republican campaign seems deliberately quiet. So why elevate abortion issue?
Jan 15th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Judicial Panel Denies Release For Immigrant Jailed Since June
Jaciel Cirrus Rojas was arrested and is still in Dodge County Jail.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Infusing AI Into 911 Emergency Calls
City hopes artificial intelligence will ramp up speed, quality of responses.
Jan 14th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Police Connection Delays Proposed Riverwest Sports Bar
One of the owners is police department employee. Will city allow it?
Jan 14th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
