Did the USDOT Just Prioritize Speed Over Safety?
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MKE CountyCounty Pushes Federal Funding For Oak Creek Affordable Housing
New subdivision part of larger strategy by County Executive David Crowley.
by Graham Kilmer
Why Wisconsin’s Clean Energy Market Is Booming Without New Tax Breaks
Cheaper renewables, data centers and leftover federal funds are reshaping the state’s power mix.
by Joe Tarr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Lounge and Restaurant Proposed at Northside Shopping Center
Proposed Teutonia Avenue venue seeks city approval for brunch, live music and a 30-plus crowd.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
New Bar Proposed at Former Sam’s Tap Site
Kelly's Tap would revive the neighborhood tavern that quietly shuttered last fall.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Former Cowboys Quarterback Tony Romo Arrested in Milwaukee County For Drunk Driving
Corona promoter, Burlington native arrested Thursday.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
St. Mary’s Nurses Win Union Certification After SSM Health Challenge Fails
NLRB overrules hospital system’s objections, but leaves charge nurse status unresolved for now.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Milwaukee Will Pursue Data Center Moratorium
Ald. Dimitrijevic leading council push for moratorium until regulations can be adopted.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Seeds of Health Will Shutter High School, Expand Another
Move means MPS is losing another partner school.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Soul Food Restaurant Planned For Near South Side
Trap Kitchen would open in W. Becher St. building, filling a space formerly used as a destination for illegal, after-hours parties.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Democrats Sue Wisconsin Elections Commission Over Absentee Ballot Rules
New WEC guidance limits ballot 'spoiling' as thousands of early votes are already in.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Committee Squashes Courthouse Referendum
Voters will not decide the fate of the county's $897 million courthouse project in November, maybe ever.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Friends, Family and Neighbors Mourn Madison Man Killed by Police
Makeshift memorial for 38-year-old Corey Ruiz grows at Willy Street intersection.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
From Demolition Threat To National Model For Black Modernism
Grant will help Salvation Army preserve Central City Plaza, once slated to be razed.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Baldwin, Evers Press USPS On Mail Delays Before 2026 Elections
Wisconsin leaders warn slow mail could leave absentee ballots uncounted.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
New Strip Club Proposed For Former Cheetah Club Space
Licenses Committee supports allowing a club to relocate to vacant space.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Officials Identify Man Killed By Madison Police As Corey Ruiz
Chaotic press conference interrupted by protesters as questions mount over fatal shooting.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Sarah Lehr and Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Get Ready For An Epic Milwaukee Weekend
The People's Holiday, brew fest, an air show and more.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Michael Holloway
Wisconsin DNR Crews Help Battle Northern Minnesota Wildfires
About two dozen Wisconsin firefighters are cutting fire lines and chasing hotspots near Chub Lake and the Boundary Waters.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Rationale for Rebuilding Milwaukee County’s Public Safety Building
County Supervisor Shawn Rolland argues Milwaukee can't afford to wait.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Sup. Shawn Rolland
Federal Government Sues Milwaukee Over ICE Mask Ban
Attempt to get all law enforcement officers to wear identification, remove masks headed to court.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Parks Foundation Launches Corporate Sponsorship Program
Not-quite-naming-rights offering attempts to improve conditions at Milwaukee parks.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Sports Card Shop Coming To Deer District
Growth of the hobby leads to store setting up shop near Fiserv Forum.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Could Make It Easier To Identify Homes Listed on Airbnb
City grappling with limits of state regulations, attempting to improve transparency.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Polonia Could Get New Corner Tavern
Committee unanimously backs replacement for Nick's Anvil Inn.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Democratic Treasurer Hopefuls Pitch Rural Turnout And Tougher Watchdog Role
Helmenstine and Xiong say they can energize small-town voters and challenge GOP incumbent John Leiber.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
How A Wheel Tax Increase Could Stave Off Transit Cuts
A 25% cut to MCTS is on the table, Milwaukee County has an option to avoid it.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
After 81 Days In ICE Detention, Salah Sarsour Fights To Stay In Milwaukee
Immigration judge in Chicago hears conflicting stories of torture, terrorism and due process in high-profile case.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
