A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
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‘Song Song Blue’ Is a Sweet Surprise
Film about Milwaukee's Thunder and Lightning capturing hearts across U.S.
by Dominique Paul Noth
Bill Requires School Rules to Prevent Staff Grooming Students
To prevent sexual misconduct, policies must define appropriate interactions.
by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
The Best Chinese Restaurant in Town?
Fortune Chinese Restaurant has been an award-winning favorite since 1994.
Jan 10th, 2026 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Atlanta Halfway to Goal of 20,000 New Affordable Housing Units
All the city news you can use.
Jan 10th, 2026 by Jeff Wood
North Side Grocery Store Sets Closing Date
Area alderwoman calls closure 'disappointing.'
Jan 9th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Judge Denies DA’s Move To Merge Tearman Spencer Cases
Spencer's attorney says they're ready to take cases to trial.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Van Orden Votes With Democrats on Health Care Subsidies
A 'temporary patch' for a broken system says Congressman. Dems called it 'performative.'
Jan 9th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
UCC Building New Housing Facility
It's part of the only facility in Wisconsin housing Hispanic men battling addiction.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Communities Protest Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis
Dozens gathered in La Crosse Friday afternoon. More demonstrations are scheduled in Madison, Milwaukee, Appleton
Jan 9th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Sweet Little Waffles Will Replace Szechuan On Busy Street
New venture for tavern owner would serve breakfast and fresh-pressed juice.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Trio of Downtown Bars, Restaurants Have New Owners
Business line-up near Cathedral Square poised for major shakeup.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Finalists Named For Top Housing Authority Role
Including one with an open federal lawsuit over his last job.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Fatal ICE Shooting Spurs Sharp Partisan Divide Among Wisconsin Leaders
From calls to dismantle ICE to claims of domestic terrorism, state politicians offer starkly different reactions.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Shorewood Beach Showdown Tests Who Owns Lake Michigan’s Sand
A professor ticketed for trespassing near Atwater Park is pushing courts to open dry shoreline to the public.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Dan Egan
‘Clear as Mud’ Hemp Rules Targeted by Wisconsin Lawmakers
After Congress closed a hemp loophole, legislators float competing plans that could reshape THC products or shut many of them down entirely.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Art Teacher, Fashion Designer Becomes Presumptive County Supervisor
With no challengers in April, LeeVan Roundtree Jr. is set to represent Milwaukee County’s 5th District on the board.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
‘Bugonia’ Is Bizarre, But Oh, The Acting
Stars Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons could both win Oscar nods.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Dominique Paul Noth
Expo Season Has Begun
Home remodeling and weddings to start. But don't forget the board gaming convention.
Jan 8th, 2026 by Michael Holloway
State Officials Say Despite Federal Change, Kids Should Get Recommended Vaccines
Wisconsin DHS backs current childhood vaccine schedule, rejecting Trump administration move.
Jan 8th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
From Solitary To Soap Prices, Lawmakers Probe Wisconsin’s Prisons
A yearlong review and emotional testimony on hygiene, menstruation and supervision power imbalances frame the latest hearing.
Jan 8th, 2026 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Zero-Proof, Full Party, MobCraft Hosting NA Fest
MobCraft’s new owners roll out a prohibition-era bash with non-alcoholic flights, beer floats and a password-protected speakeasy.
Jan 8th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
City Selling Former Youth Facility, Park For Development
Proposals sought to transform King Drive space.
Jan 8th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Lawmakers Seek Hospital Price Transparency
Hospitals say they should focus on insurance companies.
Jan 8th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
DEI, Veto Amendments Could Be on November Ballot
Hearings highlight sharp divides over race-conscious programs and who should control tax increases.
Jan 8th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
More Recess? Bill Would Give Every Student Council Candidate Their Wish
Proposal would mandate at least 60 minutes of recess through 6th grade.
Jan 8th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
‘Marty Supreme’ Is Half a Great Movie
Clearly a star vehicle for Timothée Chalamet and he drives at full speed.
Jan 8th, 2026 by Dominique Paul Noth
Proposal Would Allow Driverless Cars in Wisconsin
Bill would create a safety board and permitting process for autonomous vehicles.
Jan 8th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
