New Faces in New Places
A look at all the new people in new places.
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‘One Battle After Another’ Is Crazy, Funny, Action-Packed
And oh does it reflect the ICE-y politics of today.
by Dominique Paul Noth
Judge Hannah Dugan Resigns
After felony conviction she is appealing, Milwaukee judge says she will fight 'for our independent judiciary.'
by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Much Publicized French Bistro Delays Opening
And a full rundown of the week's restaurant and bar news.
Jan 4th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Jan 4th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Jan 3rd, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Hawley Road Will Close, Won’t Reopen Until 2028
A segment of the road will be closed for freeway construction.
Jan 3rd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Is ‘Hamnet’ Best Picture of the Year?
It would be my choice. And Jessie Buckley a front runner for Best Actress.
Jan 3rd, 2026 by Dominique Paul Noth
January 3, 2026
See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
Jan 3rd, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Should The City of Milwaukee Shovel Your Sidewalk?
One alderman wants to at least see the option offered.
Jan 2nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
New Indian Restaurant Proposed For Shuttered Southside Hotel
Tandoori Tikka & Tap would replace current tenant, if eviction proceeds.
Jan 2nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
How Long Are Cases Taking To Go Through Wisconsin’s Court System?
Tracking the system's recovery from COVID-19-induced tumult.
Jan 2nd, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in December
Details on six new food and beverage joints that joined the scene in late 2025.
Jan 2nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
The Pettit Center Is Going Green
The ice center is adding 1,200 rooftop solar panels, enough to power the building during the summer.
Jan 2nd, 2026 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Year’s Most Popular Urban Milwaukee Stories
Our most popular stories of 2025, regardless of category, may surprise you.
Jan 2nd, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
A Year of Living Dangerously for SDC
Can the Social Development Commission survive all its travails?
Jan 2nd, 2026 by Meredith Melland, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
The Unseen History Behind McKinley Marina’s Seawall Construction
Work on the flushing channel revives the story of a tunnel, a giant pump and Milwaukee’s fight against the “river nuisance.”
Jan 2nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Proposal Would Add Explainers To Wisconsin Referendums
The bill's author believes the current process leads to confused voters.
Jan 2nd, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Protect Transparency, Save WisconsinEye
For 18 year it has provided free, unedited coverage of Legislature.
Jan 1st, 2026 by Jon Henkes
Milwaukee Paid $10 Million in Policing Settlements in 2025
And tacked on even more for a run-away garbage truck and other issues.
Jan 1st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
The Year’s Most Popular Politics Stories
In a politically charged year, which stories were most popular with readers?
Jan 1st, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
New Year, New Activities
Start with the polar plunge, end with a non-alcoholic festival.
Jan 1st, 2026 by Michael Holloway
Non-Alcoholic Beverage Festival Returns
Fifth annual N/A Day coming to The Cooperage Jan. 3.
Dec 31st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Bus Rides Free For New Years Eve
All buses free from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. A handful will run until 4 a.m.
Dec 31st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Third Ward Restaurant Sets Closing Date
Bavette La Boucherie to host final service in mid-January.
Dec 31st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Mandela Barnes Is Democratic Front-Runner In Governor’s Race
The field is large. The key issue may be electability.
Dec 31st, 2025 by Christa Dutton / NOTUS and Jade Lozada / NOTUS, Wisconsin Watch
117 New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in Milwaukee in 2025
The variety, passion and fun on display make the city more exciting.
Dec 31st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
The Year’s Most Popular Food & Drink Stories
In a city that likes to eat, drink and be merry, these were the top stories.
Dec 31st, 2025 by Urban Milwaukee
