Legal Battle Builds Over ICE Detention of Milwaukee Community Leader
Attorneys say 32-year resident Salah Sarsour is being punished for his speech, not for misstatements on old forms.
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Wantable Cafe Sets Reopening Date
New operators to relaunch cafe April 22 with fresh menu and Vennture Brew Co. coffee.
by Sophie Bolich
MPS To Add 150 Classroom Staff While Cutting Central Office Jobs
$24.6 million plan shifts resources from non-classroom roles to teachers and aides in schools.
by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Scooter Users in Milwaukee Smash Ridership, Revenue Records
Love 'em or hate 'em, they're everywhere.
Apr 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Free Tickets to Next Act Theatre
Members can get up to two free tickets worth $86 to 'Dinner with the Duchess,' while supplies last.
Apr 13th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Celebrate Milwaukee Day With An Urban Milwaukee Membership
Become an Urban Milwaukee member for just $4.14 per month for first year.
Apr 13th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
How Evers Plan To Issue Commutations Works
Evers’ commutation process offers hope to some lifers, but excludes sex offenses and recent violence behind bars.
Apr 13th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Why Milwaukee’s Shootings Are Falling Faster Than Its Homicides
National research and local officials point to reasons Milwaukee appears to be bucking national trend.
Apr 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
New Investment Group Hopes To Reopen Downtown Bar
Familiar buyer found for sports bar.
Apr 13th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Doc Rivers Out as Milwaukee Bucks Coach
Each of Rivers' three seasons ended in disappointment.
Apr 13th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Republicans Seek Someone to Blame After Supreme Court Blowout
Some conservatives want state Republican Party Chair Brian Schimming fired, while others blame Lazar's failed campaign
Apr 13th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Inside Michelin’s ‘Great Lakes’ Food Cities
Plus: The cost of the Michelin deal, a new Korean restaurant and farewell to Gather Bakehouse.
Apr 12th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Philomusica Quartet Closes Season With British Connections Program
World premiere of a Grendel-inspired work anchors April 13 concert at Wisconsin Lutheran College.
Apr 12th, 2026 by Michael Barndt
Celebrate Milwaukee Day With An Urban Milwaukee Membership
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Apr 12th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Where to Find Food and Drink Deals on ‘414 Day’
More than a dozen local spots offering free or discounted goodies for city celebration.
Apr 12th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Apr 12th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Apr 11th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
April 11, 2026
See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
Apr 11th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
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Apr 11th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Allende Cocina Mexicana Is New and Different
Good Mexican food with dishes you won't find elsewhere in town.
Apr 11th, 2026 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
New Faces in New Places
A look at all the new people in new places.
Apr 11th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Sentencing Date Set in Dugan Case
After conviction, Dugan will be sentenced. But appeal likely.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Future of City’s Overdose Prevention Program In Jeopardy
Some council members want outside audit, which health commissioner calls a ‘waste.'
Apr 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Showdown Set Over Violence Prevention Director
And just how far is Mayor Cavalier Johnson willing to go to fund the department?
Apr 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
How Wisconsin Plans To Spend $31 Million In Opioid Funds
Tribal nations, Narcan distribution, treatment access and law enforcement training are key priorities.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Evers OKs Sports Betting, Pledges To Keep Tribes On Equal Footing
Law allows online wagers statewide as governor pushes for a joint venture among all tribal nations.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Razor-Thin Wins, Costly Losses In Wisconsin’s 75 School Referendums
Butternut passed by one vote, Sauk Prairie and Fond du Lac fell short, and Appleton scored a decisive $60 million win.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public Radio
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Apr 10th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
