Property Taxes Up By The Most Since 2018
Includes 7.8% average hike in WI school property taxes, the most in 30 years.
Read the full story by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio...
Harbor District Cafe Will Close
After seven months under new operators, Wantable Cafe will close on Dec. 31.
by Sophie Bolich
New French Bistro Named One of Nine ‘Must-Visit’ Restaurants in U.S.
Third Ward restaurant Cassis will make its debut on Jan. 5.
by Sophie Bolich
The Last Paycheck of Don Smiley
He was supposed to be replaced as Summerfest CEO in 2024. So what happened?
Dec 17th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Chief Judge Questioned About ICE Policy, Texts, Emails in Dugan Trial
Prosecution attempts to use his testimony to show Dugan disobeyed courthouse rules.
Dec 17th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Libraries and Museums See Federal Grants Restored
Patrons of all ages put pressure on members of Congress with postcard campaign.
Dec 17th, 2025 by Richelle Wilson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bill to Examine Disappearance, Murders of Black Women Gets Public Hearing
Bill has two Republican co-sponsors. Senate never voted on last effort.
Dec 17th, 2025 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Senate Minority Leader Hesselbein Hopeful for More Bipartisan 2026
Wants Legislature to cap prescription drugs cost and expand homestead tax credit.
Dec 17th, 2025 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Gov. Evers Urges Trump to ‘Abandon’ AI Executive Order
Warns that executive order to remove barriers from AI use will make kids 'less safe.'
Dec 17th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Fellow Judge Testifies in Dugan Case
Circuit Court Judge Kristela Cervera helps support federal criminal case against Judge Hannah Dugan.
Dec 16th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Southside Restaurant Saved From Closure
El Jalapeño will instead serve a 90-day suspension.
Dec 16th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Council Blocked In Fight To Oversee Top City Officials
City Attorney says proposal isn't legal or enforceable. What will council do?
Dec 16th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Brisa do Mar is Closed
But riverside restaurant could reopen under new ownership.
Dec 16th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Outpost Natural Foods Building Far Bigger Commercial Kitchen
Expansion by one of nation's largest co-ops needed to meet customer demand.
Dec 16th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
WI Supreme Court Affirms Catholic Charities Unemployment Exemption
US Supreme Court ruled it is exempt from state unemployment insurance law.
Dec 16th, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Josh Kaul Has Joined 40 Multi-State Suits Against Trump Administration
Wisconsin's Attorney General looks back on a long year of litigation.
Dec 16th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Top Health Care Exec Paid $25.7 Million
Advocate Health, nonprofit which runs Aurora, pays him more than top corporate CEOs.
Dec 16th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Trump Allies Troupis, Roman Will Stand Trial in False Electors Case
A Dane County judge finds probable cause to proceed with a criminal trial.
Dec 16th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin’s Affordable Care Act Insurance Numbers Remain Uncertain
Average premiums for 2026 up by 26%. First of two signup deadlines has passed.
Dec 16th, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Key Questions in Dugan Trial Take Shape on First Day
Was judge acting suspiciously, or doing her best under difficult circumstances?
Dec 15th, 2025 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.
Dec 15th, 2025 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.
Dec 15th, 2025 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
