City Issued 4 Times More Parking Tickets in Recent Flood

City Issued 4 Times More Parking Tickets in Recent Flood

City issued far fewer tickets in August flooding. Why the change in policy?

The Week’s Greatest Hits

The Week’s Greatest Hits

Most popular articles and press releases in the past week

Weekly News Quiz: April 25, 2026
Weekly News Quiz

April 25, 2026

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

MKE County: Crowley Chief Tells Mental Health Board to Get in Line or Resign
MKE County

Crowley Chief Tells Mental Health Board to Get in Line or Resign

Crowley administration shuts down questions about BHS director Mike Lappen’s resignation.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Meets With Salah Sarsour

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Meets With Salah Sarsour

Moore traveled to Indiana to see Sarsour, who is in federal custody.

Showing Up When Others Don’t

Showing Up When Others Don’t

What being an Urban Milwaukee member pays for.

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.

MKE County: HR Director Resigned Amid Employee Investigation
MKE County

HR Director Resigned Amid Employee Investigation

Citing ongoing probe, Crowley administration withholds Margo Franklin's resignation letter.

Baldwin Says Republican Budget Leaves DHS Agents Without Guardrails

Baldwin Says Republican Budget Leaves DHS Agents Without Guardrails

Wisconsin U.S. Senator also forced 5th vote to end Iran war, which failed.

Bus Tour Showcases New Path To Affordable Homeownership

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Community Development Alliance highlights six new homes and a financing model built for the future.

After Week of Severe Storms, Wisconsin Weighs Case For Federal Help

After Week of Severe Storms, Wisconsin Weighs Case For Federal Help

State and local teams are racing to complete storm damage assessments from Ringle to Shiocton and beyond.

Brim Cafe & Catering Opens on Lincoln Avenue

Brim Cafe & Catering Opens on Lincoln Avenue

Catering company and cafe expands with full-service storefront near St. Josaphat Basilica.

New Developer Hopes To Resurrect Harbor District Plan

New Developer Hopes To Resurrect Harbor District Plan

After success in Third Ward, Minnesota developer sets sights across river.

Amazon Plans Menomonee Valley Facility

Amazon Plans Menomonee Valley Facility

Company will renovate warehouse as ultra-fast delivery center.

MKE County: Controversial Jackson Park Drive Construction Scheduled for July
MKE County

Controversial Jackson Park Drive Construction Scheduled for July

Parkway reconstruction with new trail once drew ire of neighbors.

Bay View High School, MPS Unveil Student-Run Food Truck

Bay View High School, MPS Unveil Student-Run Food Truck

414 ATE will provide hands-on business training to help students prepare for future careers.

AG Kaul Sues Prediction Markets for Illegal Sports Betting

AG Kaul Sues Prediction Markets for Illegal Sports Betting

Wisconsin DOJ takes on companies like Kalshi and Polymarket for allegedly flouting state sports betting prohibition.

Trump’s Marijuana Order Shifts Federal Policy, But Not Wisconsin Law

Trump’s Marijuana Order Shifts Federal Policy, But Not Wisconsin Law

Reclassifying medical cannabis leaves it largely illegal here, yet fuels hopes for change in Madison.

Rare Wisconsin Mussel At Center Of New Federal Lawsuit

Rare Wisconsin Mussel At Center Of New Federal Lawsuit

Suit says delay in endangered listing leaves salamander mussel and 2,000 miles of habitat at risk.

No Recusal, No Misconduct Review In Wisconsin False Elector Forgery Case

No Recusal, No Misconduct Review In Wisconsin False Elector Forgery Case

Troupis’ attempt to sideline two liberal justices and challenge a Dane County judge falls flat at the Supreme Court.

As Student Homelessness Hits New High, Capitol Debate Stalls On Solutions

As Student Homelessness Hits New High, Capitol Debate Stalls On Solutions

More than 20,000 Wisconsin students identified in recent school year, but protections for unaccompanied youth did not advance.

First Cruise Ship of Record-Breaking Season Steams Into Port

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While port officials talk about how business looks for future years.

Wisconsin DNR To Slash Fish Stocking, Close Two Hatcheries Amid Shortfall

Wisconsin DNR To Slash Fish Stocking, Close Two Hatcheries Amid Shortfall

Musky stocking will drop 70% and walleye 45% as lawmakers stall on spending approval.

Shawarma Restaurant Planned Near Crisol Corridor

Shawarma Restaurant Planned Near Crisol Corridor

Industry veterans plan Mediterranean restaurant.

Bay View Church Could Be Redeveloped

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Housing on table as church seeks sustainability, greater service.