Police Misuse of Flock Surveillance Becoming Statewide Issue
Milwaukee, other cities face misconduct cases, accountability issues.
Read the full story by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner...
Hmong American Peace Academy Awarded for Academic Growth
One of only two schools in Wisconsin to win national award. How did it succeed?
by Alex Klaus, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Bus Fare Evasion Declining
Change comes after MCTS reverses policy: drivers now told they should mention fares.
by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin’s Economy Lags Behind Most States, Report Shows
From 2017-2024 Wisconsin ranked 38th nationally in real GDP growth.
Mar 15th, 2026 by Mackenzie Krumme, Wisconsin Public Radio
Neighbors Oppose 24-Hour Data Center Work In Port Washington
Residents cite lights, noise and dust, push petition opposing overnight construction.
Mar 15th, 2026 by Beatrice Lawrence, Wisconsin Public Radio
See Inside New French Bistro
Plus: Cambodian sandwich shop, new sports bar and the return of Fixture Pizza Pub?
Mar 15th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Wisconsin High Court Race Is Quieter, With Less Spending
With court majority not at stake turnout in April election expected to be lower.
Mar 15th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Mar 15th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Mar 14th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
How Urban Housing Politics are Changing
All the city news you can use.
Mar 14th, 2026 by Jeff Wood
March 14, 2026
See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
Mar 14th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Honeypie Cafe Boasts Good Home Cooking
And oh, those pies: so many kinds and so darn tasty.
Mar 14th, 2026 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Council Eyes Big Fines For Unidentified Officers, But Can It Touch ICE?
New ID rule is part of the ICE Out package, while police mask and aid policies are handled in other ways.
Mar 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Court Filing Targets DOJ Role In Kenosha Police Killing Complaint Review
Retired detective says Justice Department’s contacts with victims board tainted case over 2004 shooting.
Mar 13th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Bill Would Let Egg Farm Buy Public Land Amid Bird Flu Crisis
Republicans say the land sale could protect the egg supply; critics call it a giveaway.
Mar 13th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Cafe India Owner Buys Airport Hotel, Opens Mango Leaf Bar & Grill
Rakesh Rehan adds a fusion restaurant and major event space at Crowne Plaza Milwaukee Airport.
Mar 13th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Largest Port Investment in 60 Years Is Only Getting Bigger
DeLong Co. readies major expansion of export facility.
Mar 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Rep. Ortiz-Velez Enters Plea for Disorderly Conduct Charge
Sylvia Ortiz-Velez was charged after allegedly threatening to leak damaging information about colleague.
Mar 13th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
DOJ Sues Wisconsin For Voter Data, But Legal Experts See A Different Motive
Civil rights law is at the center of a fight some say is really about stoking doubt in election results ahead of 2026 and 2028 races.
Mar 13th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Judge Dismisses Civil Rights Suit In Death of Joel Acevedo
Federal ruling finds former officer Michael Mattioli and City of Milwaukee owe no damages to Acevedo’s family.
Mar 13th, 2026 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public Radio
Driver Shot Dead After Officer Clings To Moving Truck On South Side Street
Police say the 35-year-old ignored repeated commands to stop as he drove with the officer hanging on the door frame.
Mar 13th, 2026 by WPR Staff, Wisconsin Public Radio
Proposed Deer District, Third Ward Hotels Change Brands
Developer pledges summer construction start on first project.
Mar 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Free Tickets to Present Music
Members can get 2 free tickets worth $76 to 'Rituals, Spells & Charms,' while supplies last.
Mar 13th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Hotel Giants Blast Study Backing New Convention Hotel
Marcus and Jackson Street say a subsidized 650-room project would dilute an already weak market.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
East Side Mexican Restaurant Wins Key Approval
Jalisco's Cocina Y Bar is on track to open this spring.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
St. Patrick’s Day Parade Will March Through Downtown
Plus: Horror Con and and a bike bazaar.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Michael Holloway
New Sports Bar Proposed Near Marquette
Scoreboard Sports Bar hopes to attract a mix of students and area residents.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Holding Power Accountable
Your membership ensures someone is asking hard questions at every level of local government.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
