Future of City’s Overdose Prevention Program In Jeopardy
Some council members want outside audit, health commissioner calls it a ‘waste.’
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Council Showdown Set Over Violence Prevention Director
And just how far is Mayor Cavalier Johnson willing to go to fund the department?
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.
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
Become an Urban Milwaukee member for just $4.14 per month for first year.
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
How Much Will Milwaukee Pay For Michelin Guide?
Coveted star rating comes at a cost, but tourism board expects it to pay dividends.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Port Washington Passes Referendum On Data Center Deals
Requires voter approval for development incentives of $10 million or more.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Plans 60 Traffic Safety Projects for 2026
Where will projects occur and what will be the impact?
Apr 8th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
The Joyous Protests of the Lafayette Hill Gang
A group of Milwaukee senior citizens protest every other Saturday.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Vickie Shufton
Federal Litigators Help Area Attorneys With Deportation Cases
60 federal litigators help WI attorneys defend clients detained, facing deportation.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
UW Board of Regents Fires President Jay Rothman
Rothman refused to step down, demanded reasons. Legislator calls it a 'hatchet job.'
Apr 8th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Dem Lawmakers Call on Steil, Congress, Take Control of Iran War
Trump is ‘not fit to be commander-in-chief,’ they declare, pushing Steil to act.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Republicans Hit Bottom in Supreme Court Race
Quiet campaign didn’t work. Party is in deep trouble.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
