Key Questions in Dugan Trial Take Shape on First Day
Was judge acting suspiciously, or doing her best under difficult circumstances?
Read the full story by Graham Kilmer...
Xtreme Bar Bingo? GOP Bill Would Change State Law to Allow It
Illinois-based company wants exemption from state regulations for its games.
by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
After Pioneering Work Release for Prisoners, Wisconsin Goes Backwards
Today, corrections officials don't even know how many prisoners have such jobs.
by Natalie Yahr
Visit Milwaukee Launches Small Business Initiative for Holidays
Shoppers who buy $25 gift cards at participating businesses get $25 bonus gift card.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Will Shorewood Move Its Public Works Facility To Milwaukee?
Suburb quietly advancing big plan to purchase city land.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Name, Operator Revealed For New Luxury Hotel
New life and amenities for old University Club. But what about the canopy?
Dec 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Candidates Decry Money in Politics, Plan to Raise Tons of It
2015 state law with 'billionaires' loophole' has transformed Wisconsin elections.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Ruth Conniff
Wisconsin Woman Crowned ‘Young Cheesemonger of the Year’
2025 world award goes to first American ever, Hanna Lee of Uplands Cheese Co.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Beatrice Lawrence, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Modernism Gains National Awards
But many of city's buildings from that era lack historic protection.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Michael Horne
Wisconsin Prosecution of 2020 Election Scheme Continues, Other States Falter
Going after architects of election scheme rather than the 10 fake electors.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Brittany Carloni
Temple Goddess Reports Two Close Calls at Farwell Intersection
Just a year after crash closed former restaurant, cars nearly strike cafe building twice.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Feds Call Out Wisconsin, Other States for Diverting Benefits for Foster Kids
39 states do this. Evers tried to end practice but GOP legislators killed provision.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
A Wisconsin Political Trivia Quiz
Have a little holiday fun and see how many you get right.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Steven Walters
A Sacred Choir, 70 Voices Strong
Chant Claire sings spiritual works of the season, mostly contemporary works.
Dec 14th, 2025 by Martha Brown
Preview Milwaukee’s Newest Brewery
Plus: Restaurant owners raise alarms; and new Mexican and Middle Eastern restaurants.
Dec 14th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Congestion Pricing Cuts Air Pollution in New York City
All the city news you can use.
Dec 14th, 2025 by Jeff Wood
Judges Signal That WI Congressional Map Lawsuits Will Take Time
Both sides disagree whether new maps possible before 2026 midterms.
Dec 14th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Dec 14th, 2025 by Urban Milwaukee
December 13, 2025
See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
Dec 13th, 2025 by Urban Milwaukee
A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Dec 13th, 2025 by Urban Milwaukee
Eating Burmese in Bay View
Ni Burmese offers tasty, interesting food, a contemporary vibe and tons of choices.
Dec 13th, 2025 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Texas Sues Wisconsin-Based Epic Systems, Charges It’s a Monopoly
'Woke' company blocks parents access to children's medical records? Epic denies it.
Dec 13th, 2025 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Elections Commission Denies U.S. DOJ Demand for Voter Personal Information
'The commission is explicitly forbidden by Wisconsin law' to do this.
Dec 13th, 2025 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Ron Johnson Asks US DOJ to Intervene in Wisconsin False Electors Case
Senator wants charges against Republican Jim Troupis to be dropped.
Dec 13th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
On Campaign Trail, Barnes Pushes State-Funded Universal Child Care
At Pewaukee center, parents and providers tell the Democratic hopeful that low wages and teacher shortages are closing classroom doors statewide.
Dec 12th, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
FTA Tells Milwaukee to Crack Down on Fare Evasion — Even Where Fares Don’t Exist
Feds want both county and city to crack down fare evasion, only one doesn't collect fares.
Dec 12th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Madison Restaurateur Planning Bay View Location
Experience and cuisine intended to be brand new for Milwaukee.
Dec 12th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Tea Shop Opens in Bay View
Jasher’s Organic Tea House offers more than 20 organic teas, fresh popcorn and baked goods in a living room-style cafe.
Dec 12th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
