Where to Find Food and Drink Deals on ‘414 Day’
More than a dozen local spots offering free or discounted goodies for city celebration.
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The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
by Urban Milwaukee
Members OnlyA Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
by Urban Milwaukee
April 11, 2026
See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
Apr 11th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
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Apr 11th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Allende Cocina Mexicana Is New and Different
Good Mexican food with dishes you won't find elsewhere in town.
Apr 11th, 2026 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
New Faces in New Places
A look at all the new people in new places.
Apr 11th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Sentencing Date Set in Dugan Case
After conviction, Dugan will be sentenced. But appeal likely.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Future of City’s Overdose Prevention Program In Jeopardy
Some council members want outside audit, which health commissioner calls a ‘waste.'
Apr 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Showdown Set Over Violence Prevention Director
And just how far is Mayor Cavalier Johnson willing to go to fund the department?
Apr 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
How Wisconsin Plans To Spend $31 Million In Opioid Funds
Tribal nations, Narcan distribution, treatment access and law enforcement training are key priorities.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Evers OKs Sports Betting, Pledges To Keep Tribes On Equal Footing
Law allows online wagers statewide as governor pushes for a joint venture among all tribal nations.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Razor-Thin Wins, Costly Losses In Wisconsin’s 75 School Referendums
Butternut passed by one vote, Sauk Prairie and Fond du Lac fell short, and Appleton scored a decisive $60 million win.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public Radio
Celebrate Milwaukee Day With An Urban Milwaukee Membership
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Apr 10th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Hundreds In Wisconsin Could Lose HIV Drug Help As State Trims Safety Net
DHS cost-cutting moves target an insurance-based program with a 95% viral suppression rate.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio
Pyrotechnics Being Added To July 3 Drone Show
Parks director also promises to dial back feature that annoyed viewers last year.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Redesigning City’s Only Riverfront Boat Launch
Proposal would improve public access for boats and non-boaters alike.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Rothman Says He Was Blindsided. Regents Tell A Different Story.
At a tense Senate hearing, UW leaders detail concerns about his leadership while staying mum on closed-door talks.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Officials Break Ground on Deer District Apartments
Vacant city block will soon feature affordable housing.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
New Wisconsin Law Targets Overdose Risk After Prison Release
State will seek a federal waiver to cover treatment and meds for eligible people 90 days before release.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Andrew Kennard, Wisconsin Examiner
Don’t Miss The ‘Longest Continuously Running Beer Festival in the United States’
Plus: Doggy Day at Deer District and Spoof Fest in Bay View.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Michael Holloway
Wisconsin To Let DACA Immigrants Work As Nurses, Teachers, Electricians
Evers signs bipartisan bill at El Rey, citing workforce shortages and fairness.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin’s Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Struggle to Differentiate on Health Care
In a crowded field, candidates sought to differentiate themselves despite shared policy goals.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Politics, Drop Boxes And City Hall Mics, Two Mayors Won’t Face Charges
A Republican DA and Democratic counterpart say the facts drove their decisions in both cases.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Council Committee Endorses Dropping Chavez Drive Name
But not before one council member withdrew their name as a cosponsor.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
See Designs for New Courthouse
County close to final conceptual plans for $490 million courthouse project.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Local News Day Is a Reminder – Local Journalism Needs You
As newsrooms shrink nationwide, Urban Milwaukee asks readers to step up for local coverage.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
City of Waukesha Elects Democratic Mayor
'I think we’re rejecting that MAGA agenda,' says the new mayor.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
