The State of Politics: Wisconsin Plays Role in National Redistricting Battle
The State of Politics

Wisconsin Plays Role in National Redistricting Battle

Will state Supreme Court's liberal majority require a new map of congressional districts?

Trump Looms Over Wisconsin Republicans’ Annual Convention

Trump Looms Over Wisconsin Republicans’ Annual Convention

84% of WI Republicans approve of president despite his negative impact on state elections.

Lake Michigan Has Record Rise in Water Level in April

Lake Michigan Has Record Rise in Water Level in April

Snowmelt and heavy rains raise Great Lakes back to nearly their long-term average.

Rockwell’s Indoor Farm Will Supply Fresh Produce to Feeding America

Rockwell’s Indoor Farm Will Supply Fresh Produce to Feeding America

Clock Tower Farms, housed in company's headquarters, plans to be operational later this year.

Data Wonk: The Impact of Two Cases Challenging Wisconsin’s Congressional Districts
Data Wonk

The Impact of Two Cases Challenging Wisconsin’s Congressional Districts

Both judicial panels have essentially kicked the cases back to Wisconsin Supreme Court.

MKE County: Parks Plans New Projects in Walker Square Park
MKE County

Parks Plans New Projects in Walker Square Park

County will begin construction on improvements to south-side park in 2027.

Now Serving: Sporkies Contest Brings Gator Nuggets, Swamp Juice to State Fair
Now Serving

Sporkies Contest Brings Gator Nuggets, Swamp Juice to State Fair

Plus: A proposed pizzeria, Korean-style pub and a new plan for Wayfinder.

Weekly News Quiz: May 10, 2026
Weekly News Quiz

May 10, 2026

See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.

The Week’s Greatest Hits

The Week’s Greatest Hits

Most popular articles and press releases in the past week

Members Only: A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
Members Only

This content is only for members A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins

A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.

Some Ascension ICUs Have No In-Person Critical Care Physicians

Some Ascension ICUs Have No In-Person Critical Care Physicians

Ascension Wisconsin's smaller intensive care units now staff specialists via video call.

Dining: Uncle Wolfie’s Downtown Is Crazily Creative
Dining

Uncle Wolfie’s Downtown Is Crazily Creative

Lovely interior and a unique brunch menu with delicious, filling dishes.

Tommy Thompson Endorses Tom Tiffany for Wisconsin Governor

Tommy Thompson Endorses Tom Tiffany for Wisconsin Governor

Thompson's announcement ends any speculation he might run for governor in 2026.

Judge Blocks Milwaukee Ordinance Limiting Food Trucks Hours 

Judge Blocks Milwaukee Ordinance Limiting Food Trucks Hours 

Lawsuit by WILL on behalf of Fatty Patty trucks gets temporary restraining order.

Urban Reads: What Parts of the US Sprawl the Most?
Urban Reads

What Parts of the US Sprawl the Most?

All the city news you can use.

Evers Wins Another Battle Over Agency Rulemaking

Evers Wins Another Battle Over Agency Rulemaking

Republican legislators had stalled new rules for years. Dane County judge rules for governor.

Third Ward Condos Will Fund Affordable Housing

Third Ward Condos Will Fund Affordable Housing

Riverwalk TIF district has been a gift to the city's bottom line.

New Fine Structure Targets Berrada, Other Large Landlords

This content is only for membersNew Fine Structure Targets Berrada, Other Large Landlords

Council wants to end alleged 'cost of doing business' landlord operation

Self Storage, Data Center Planned for Former Walmart

This content is only for membersSelf Storage, Data Center Planned for Former Walmart

New uses would accompany planned library.

Who Will Lead The Universities Of Wisconsin Next?

Who Will Lead The Universities Of Wisconsin Next?

Regents roll out a 25-member search team and tap UW-Superior’s chancellor as interim president.

Korean Pub and Restaurant For National Avenue

Korean Pub and Restaurant For National Avenue

Soonja's Seoul Pocha would bring Korean pub culture to Milwaukee with traditional food and trendy cocktails.

Why The VA Says Wisconsin Hospitals Can Hire Even After 30,000 Job Cuts

Why The VA Says Wisconsin Hospitals Can Hire Even After 30,000 Job Cuts

On Sparta stop, VA Secretary outlines staffing strategy and backs tougher rules on predatory robo-calls.

MKE County: Supervisors Changing County Policies After Health Care Fiasco
MKE County

This content is only for members Supervisors Changing County Policies After Health Care Fiasco

Supervisor pushes for greater board oversight of health care contract.

With Sharp Criticism, Regulators Approve Electric Rates For Facebook-Meta Data Center

With Sharp Criticism, Regulators Approve Electric Rates For Facebook-Meta Data Center

Public Service Commission members blasted lack of transparency around the Beaver Dam data center.

Milwaukee’s First Universally Accessible Playground Targets 2027 Finish

Milwaukee’s First Universally Accessible Playground Targets 2027 Finish

Late summer site work at Kilbourn Reservoir Park would replace 2006-era equipment years ahead of schedule.