County HR Director Resigns After Health Care Scandal
Margo Franklin was at center of controversy that rocked Crowley’s campaign for governor.
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MPS Celebrates Earth Day on Sustainable Playground
Milwaukee school district has received nearly $40 million to support green initiatives.
by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Council Adds Key Caveat To Mask Ban For ICE
Though proposal 'watered down,' alders say they're proud. Was a key group forgotten?
by Jeramey Jannene
The Irony of Trump’s SAVE Act
The data suggests it would reduce Republican turnout.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Bruce Thompson
City Suspends Taco Trucks Over Lack Of Running Water
La Guelaguetza will be off the streets for more than a week following multiple citations.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Youth Turns Aluminum Cans into Cash to Help Homeless
Carter Wilkins, 9, and his mother have a system to help the needy.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Chesnie Wardell, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Wisconsin Prisons Have Nation’s Second Highest Black-White Disparity
New report shows how every state ranks.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee’s Overdose Deaths Dropped 42.5% Since 2022
How county's prevention strategies have helped reduce the numbers.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Judge Denies Attempt to Block Union Elections at West Allis, Madison Clinics
Rogers Behavioral Health fighting to stop workers from forming union.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
State’s Utilities Running Scared
After decades of high profits and executive salaries, why they could face opposition.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Earth Day 2026 Arrives at Fraught Climate Moment
Founded 60 years ago by Wisconsin Sen. Gaylord Nelson. Were stakes ever higher?
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
16th Street Bridge Closure Extended Three Months
Crews are working six days a week but have hit new challenges.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Did Republican Party Leaders Discuss Firing Brian Schimming?
He's still the state chair. And party leaders won't discuss details of their weekend meeting.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
What Does A Rising Assessment Mean For My Taxes?
The average property value increased 6% in Milwaukee. How will that affect you?
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Alderman Peter Burgelis Exploring Run For Congress
But not for the district you would expect.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Will Become ‘Sensory-Inclusive City,’ Mayor Declares
How city plans to become more accommodating for people with sensory needs.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
How One Wisconsin County Makes It Easier for New Election Clerks
Rock County has all-hands-on-deck approach as state wrestles with high turnover.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Alexander Shur
Wisconsin Has Planted 54 Million Trees Since 2021
But Gov. Evers' goal of 100 million by 2030 may fall short without state stewardship program.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Limits Access to Methadone for Opioid Addicts
Far more restrictive rules than federal government or neighboring states.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Addie Costello
New Violence Prevention Director Narrowly Approved
Karin Tyler endured rocky approval process, but the job is now hers.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Report ‘Cross-Examines’ Wisconsin Criminal Justice System
Spending less than most states on its judicial and legal systems, but more on prisons.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Andrew Kennard, Wisconsin Examiner
Wisconsin Businesses Could Recoup Millions Paid in Illegal Tariffs
Businesses cut staff, wages. Wonderstate Coffee spent $100,000 on import duties.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Lorin Cox, Wisconsin Public Radio
Council Suspends Liquor Sales at Controversial Store
After neighborhood complaints, Tittu Rehmat must suspend alcohol sales for 20 days.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Evers’ Commutation Orders An Urgent Issue for Prison Inmates, Advocates
A 9-month window of opportunity to seek release or shorter term of incarceration.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Frank Zufall, Wisconsin Examiner
City Approves Dropping Cesar Chavez Street Name
But a bigger question for the south-side street remains.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Nicholson-Bovell Elected to 4th Term as Board Chair
County board starts new two-year term with only one new member and major challenges.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Cleaning Up After 14 Tornadoes, Severe Storms and Flooding
Rainfall totals near Milwaukee and Green Bay were up to 700% higher than normal.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Republican ‘Statutory Scheme’
How GOP legislators got away with spending $26 million on private attorneys and charging taxpayers.
Apr 20th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
