WI Senate Depends on Democrats to Pass Online Sports Betting Bill

WI Senate Depends on Democrats to Pass Online Sports Betting Bill

Bill part of lengthy agenda as senators race to finish final day of 2026 session.

Local Events Business Expanding to South Side

Local Events Business Expanding to South Side

M&M Lounge and Events would occupy the former Money Pit in Lincoln Village.

MKE County: Crowley Hires New Budget Director
MKE County

Crowley Hires New Budget Director

He taps Nick Sinram, MPS budget director, to manage county's $1.4 billion budget.

Vos Warns Data Centers Issue Could Cost Republicans Votes

Vos Warns Data Centers Issue Could Cost Republicans Votes

Chastises GOP-Led Senate on '80 percent issue,' dropping bill to regulate data centers.

How A Cambodian Grandmother Inspired Milwaukee Sandwich Shop

How A Cambodian Grandmother Inspired Milwaukee Sandwich Shop

Coming to 3rd Street Market Hall, Num Pang will offer Cambodian-style sandwiches.

Milwaukee Pays Nearly $1 Million For 2022 Police Shooting

Milwaukee Pays Nearly $1 Million For 2022 Police Shooting

Common Council backs payout for violent handling of mental health call.

WI Democrats Float $1.3 Billion Plan for Schools Amid Tax Cut Talks

WI Democrats Float $1.3 Billion Plan for Schools Amid Tax Cut Talks

Proposal hikes funding for special education and general school aid.

After Years of Delay, WI Legislature Passes Bills Addressing PFAS

After Years of Delay, WI Legislature Passes Bills Addressing PFAS

With Senate approval, 'important' bills to spend $133 million go to Gov. Evers to sign.

Sen. Van Wanggaard Won’t Seek Reelection

Sen. Van Wanggaard Won’t Seek Reelection

Racine County Republican's retirement creates key battleground Senate seat in 2026.

Embroiled in Legal Battle, Downtown Steakhouse Will Close

This content is only for membersEmbroiled in Legal Battle, Downtown Steakhouse Will Close

High-end restaurant faces lawsuit for allegedly breaching lease.

City Reaches Labor Agreement With Lesser-Known Police Union

This content is only for membersCity Reaches Labor Agreement With Lesser-Known Police Union

New 3-year agreement includes first-of-its-kind residency bonus.

Wisconsin Communities Face Scrutiny Over Data Center Secrecy

Wisconsin Communities Face Scrutiny Over Data Center Secrecy

Town of Beloit is fifth Wisconsin community to sign a non-disclosure agreement.

70 School Districts Have Referendums on April Ballots

70 School Districts Have Referendums on April Ballots

Three districts in Wisconsin talk about why they need financial help.

New Plan For Northwest Side Tavern

New Plan For Northwest Side Tavern

The Divined Pub and Lounge would serve cocktails, martinis and finger food.

Fire Chief in Line For Huge Pay Increase Due to ‘Mistake’

This content is only for membersFire Chief in Line For Huge Pay Increase Due to ‘Mistake’

Council decision led to 'enormous' raise for police chief, could benefit fire chief.

Your Right to Know: Opees Celebrate Open Government Champions
Your Right to Know

Opees Celebrate Open Government Champions

Winners include public officials, nonprofits and journalists.

Jordanian Cafe Expanding to Milwaukee

Jordanian Cafe Expanding to Milwaukee

Al Hamawi plans its first Wisconsin location on Layton Avenue.

Oscar Show Catches Hollywood in Transition

Oscar Show Catches Hollywood in Transition

Do the winners point to the future or a past that's disappearing?

Classical: Present Music Celebrates Hindu Festival
Classical

Present Music Celebrates Hindu Festival

Audience members can get in the spirit and wear festive Indian attire.

Former Waupun Prison Official Pleads No Contest to Misdemeanors 

Former Waupun Prison Official Pleads No Contest to Misdemeanors 

Jamall Russell charged with neglect after inmate dies of malnutrition.

Judge Maria Lazar Claims Mantle of Impartiality

Judge Maria Lazar Claims Mantle of Impartiality

Calls Judge Chris Taylor 'partisan.' But Lazar has regularly backed Republican causes.

Local Entrepreneurs Launch Event Planning Platform

Local Entrepreneurs Launch Event Planning Platform

Introducing Eventini, a one-stop shop for coordinating event essentials.

Trump Wants to ‘Save’ Great Lakes From Invasive Carp, But Halts Funds

Trump Wants to ‘Save’ Great Lakes From Invasive Carp, But Halts Funds

Federal funds for barrier system halted as Army Corps of Engineers reviews projects.

The State of Politics: Why the Rise in Property Tax Anger?
The State of Politics

Why the Rise in Property Tax Anger?

It's ebbed and flowed since the 1960s, as state politicians tried different solutions.

68 of 72 Wisconsin Counties Face Decline in Public School Students

68 of 72 Wisconsin Counties Face Decline in Public School Students

Decades-long trend has districts across state considering closing, merging schools.