Newcap’s Financial Collapse Could Prompt State Audit of Anti-Poverty Agencies
Nonprofit in northeast Wisconsin served 10 counties, funded by state and federal grants.
by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Judge Blocks Democratic Effort to Boot GOP Senate Candidate From Fall Ballot
Michele Magadance Skinner voted twice in Georgia in 2021, but says Wisconsin is her primary residence.
by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Aug 23rd, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
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Aug 22nd, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Aug 22nd, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Sup. Wasserman Proposes Pension Reform
Supervisor wants to fix much smaller, but older, pension benefit that isn't quite working.
Aug 22nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Low Vaccination Rates Driving Measles Outbreak in Wisconsin
All but one of 48 cases was someone unvaccinated, all in just three counties.
Aug 22nd, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
17 People in Wisconsin, 23 in Minnesota Sickened in E. Coli, Salmonella Outbreak
Alfalfa sprouts sold under Everything Sprouts and Calco brands contaminated with both bacteria.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Ortiz-Velez Challenges Luna’s Residency in Assembly District 8
State Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez files complaint alleging fraud by primary opponent who defeated her.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Film Wisconsin Office Awarded $1 Million in Tax Credits to 6 Productions
'UECK, a documentary about Bob Uecker, among those funded by new state office.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
We Energies Deal Would Buy Power From Point Beach Nuclear Plant Into 2050s
State PSC must approve it. Consumer advocacy group questions whether costs too high.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Federal Grant Will Help Modernize MCTS Buses
County using funds for new buses and to optimize local traffic lights for buses.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Blue-Green Algae on the Rise in Wisconsin’s Lakes
State regulators cite more reports of algae and associated illnesses.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
First Foreclosure, Now Bankruptcy For Highgrove’s Rental Empire
More than 260 Milwaukee properties are tied to a growing web of court and bankruptcy actions.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Hospitals’ Prices 26% Higher Than in Illinois, Report Finds
Researcher cites lack of competition in Wisconsin. State hospitals group challenges findings.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
U.S. Department of Education Investigates MPS for Racial Bias in Discipline
A bias against white students? MPS statistics show Black students more likely to be disciplined.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Alex Klaus, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Uppa Yard Opens Water Street Location
Second location for popular Jamaican restaurant is now open.
Aug 20th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Summer’s At Its Peak With Lots of Outdoor Festivals
Including Serbian Days, Mexican Fiesta and WMSE Backyard BBQ.
Aug 20th, 2026 by Michael Holloway
Gov. Evers, Wisconsin DNR Urge Release of $10 Million to Address PFAS
GOP legislators haven't released funds for safe drinking water, testing and replacing polluted wells.
Aug 20th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
County Celebrates Renovation of Clinton Rose Senior Center
Gov. Tony Evers joined County Executive David Crowley for ribbon cutting at renovated center.
Aug 20th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Sheboygan County Sheriff’s Deputies at Polls Ignite Voter Intimidation Concerns
Their presence at polls August 12 came without 'consent from officials across the county.'
Aug 20th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Should Apostle Islands Be a National Park?
Tom Tiffany has pushed federal bill. Some local and tribal officials say infrastructure is lacking.
Aug 20th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Abandoned Motorcycles Get Second Life With Youth Program
Nonprofit trains Milwaukee youth to repair and ride city-impounded motorcycles.
Aug 20th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Eat Your Way Across Milwaukee’s South Side
Southside Dining Week returning this fall with more specials, more participants.
Aug 20th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Prediction Market Firm Sues Kaul to Prevent Enforcing Wisconsin Gambling Law
Novig lawsuit claims state's gambling regulations are preempted by federal law.
Aug 20th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
DPI Hopes Federal Grant Will Help Address Shortage of Special Education Teachers
Half of Wisconsin’s special education teachers quit after 8 years. $10.5 million grant could help.
Aug 20th, 2026 by Royce Podeszwa, Wisconsin Public Radio
Lessons From Milwaukee’s Flooding
One year ago the city was deluged with a 1000-year flood. Local officials need to learn from this.
Aug 20th, 2026 by Cheron Copeland
