State DHS Asks for $70 Million to Cover FoodShare Costs
Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill shifted SNAP food assistance costs to the states.
Read the full story by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio...
Gov. Evers and GOP Lawmakers Near a Deal on PFAS Pollution
'Optimistic' after long series of disagreements on funding PFAS contamination.
by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Tiffany’s Donation from College Republicans Looks Smelly
How Republicans did an end-run around two different prohibitions.
by Bruce Murphy
City Could Bill MPS Over Arcane State Law
City Attorney must provide legal services to MPS. Could it charge for this?
Jan 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City Suspends Northwest Side Bar
Committee divided over shooting near bar; New Entertainers must close for 15 days.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Do Sales by Home Bakers Need Regulation?
Republican bill creates regulatory system for cottage food industry in Wisconsin.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Milwaukee Nabs 4 James Beard Nominations
Chefs and restaurants in Bay View, Walker's Point, scored semifinalist slots.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Under Trump Wisconsin Lost 2,400 Federal Workers Yet Spending Rose
Remaining federal workers face more work, fewer resources.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
UWM’s New Program Connects With Students Before High School
ROAR program offers chances for young students to get involved with university.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Assembly Passes GOP Bill to Regulate Data Centers
Democrats say bill will constrain renewable energy, cause higher emissions.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
US Transportation Dept Drops ICE Cooperation Requirement
Attempt to tie transportation funding to ICE cooperation falls apart in federal court.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Is Sam’s Tap in Bay View Closed For Good?
Nearly century old building, long a tavern, went dark last fall.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Microsoft Wants to Build 15 More Data Centers in Mount Pleasant
Would be part of two campuses worth more than $13 billion.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Single Stairway Housing Legislation Could Help Milwaukee
Could create more and cheaper housing. Report says it's safer, but fire groups opposed.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City Suspends Pink Agave
Bay View business accused of skirting health inspections.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
10 Takeaways From Governor’s Race Donations
How much money was raised, and from who, tells us a lot about the candidates.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
WI School District Sends Police to Parent’s Home Over TikTok Post
Mom's video shows why she now homeschools child. Pittsville district threatens lawsuit.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Rep Sets Opening Date For Renovated Studio Theater
Final phase of $80 million project will open with play by Pulitzer Prize winner.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Pete Buttigieg Comes to La Crosse
Democrat offers hope and urges 'the politics of courage' to western Wisconsin.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Ruth Conniff
Republican U.S. Rep Van Orden Pushed on Hospital Funding
Trump may cut $800 million for WI hospitals, Democratic legislators demand response.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
One Year Into ICE Advance, Wisconsin Immigrants Live in Fear
Trump's immigration forces arrested nearly 1,000 people in Wisconsin last year.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Bridgit Bowden, Wisconsin Public Radio
Revealed — All The Biggest Donors in Governor’s Race
Half of all campaign cash came from donors giving at least $10,000. Who are they?
Jan 20th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
MCTS Launches New Fare Evasion, Security System
Aiming to reduce number of free riders, increase transit system revenue.
Jan 19th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Grammy-Nominee Skylar Grey Sings About Growing Up in Wisconsin
Singer songwriter's album ‘Wasted Potential’ all about her childhood in Mazomanie.
Jan 19th, 2026 by Lorin Cox, Wisconsin Public Radio
‘The Lehman Trilogy’ Is a Theatrical Event
Long, acclaimed Tony-winning play gets fascinating production from Milwaukee Rep.
Jan 19th, 2026 by Dominique Paul Noth
Bug-Tracking Project Will Help Monitor Health of Wisconsin Waters
Tracking aquatic insects, a key indicator of health of lakes, rivers, streams.
Jan 19th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Silver Spring Sentry is Closing
Latest in a string of grocery closings in the city, worsening food deserts.
Jan 19th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
250 Deadlines in Crowded Political Year
April, August, November elections dominate packed political calendar.
Jan 19th, 2026 by Steven Walters
