The Deep Groove Hums of History
1875 building, oldest on Brady St., lovingly restored as cafe, bar and listening lounge.
Read the full story by Michael Horne...
Wisconsin Lawyers Can’t Get Records Needed to Defend Immigrants
Lawsuit asks court to enforce Freedom of Information Act for Homeland Security Dept.
by Elisabeth Lambert
Last Call For Historic Building Once Owned by Uihelin Family
Prominent architect designed 1889 Romanesque Revival building. City sets date to raze it.
by Jeramey Jannene
Supervisors Tentatively Approve Suspicious Health Contract
Crowley administration pushes approval though not sure of financial details and employee who oversaw contract was fired.
Feb 2nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Madison Election Suit Could Affect 1,900 Election Clerks
Are absentee ballots a right? Can voters sue for monetary damages if there's a mistake?
Feb 2nd, 2026 by Steven Walters
Plans Move Forward On New Nuclear Power Plant
Kewaunee County would have 'first new nuclear project to come to Wisconsin in decades.'
Feb 2nd, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Gets Failing Grades in Tobacco Control
American Lung Association says Wisconsin behind others, still has legal sale age of 18.
Feb 2nd, 2026 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public Radio
WI Supreme Court Candidates Disagree on Immigration Disputes
Can state courts get involved in disputes over federal ICE actions? Taylor and Lazar disagree.
Feb 2nd, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Crowley Fires Contract Director Over Insurance Debacle
Director was in charge of the lapsed county health care contract that has roiled the courthouse.
Feb 2nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Rep. Steil Pushes Election Bill Condemned by Voting Rights Activists
'It will disenfranchise millions of voters across the country,' said WDC leader Nick Ramos.
Feb 1st, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Should All Students Get Free School Lunches?
Gov. Evers supports it. But will it could hurt poorer school districts?
Feb 1st, 2026 by Terry Falk
Yuengling Beer Comes to Wisconsin
Plus: Controversial sports bar advances, Sweet Connie's closes and Bay View gets Small Change.
Feb 1st, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Feb 1st, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
January 31, 2026
See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
Jan 31st, 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 31st, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Sen. Baldwin Demands End to ICE ‘Roving Patrols,’ Masked Agents
Or will oppose DHS funding bill to continue ICE operations.
Jan 31st, 2026 by Richelle Wilson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Trump’s Trade War Slams Duluth-Superior Ports
Port last year had lowest tonnage shipped for all cargoes since 1938.
Jan 31st, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Court Rules Against Public’s Access to Beach Along Lake Michigan
Paul Florsheim got a $313 trespassing citation. Shorewood judge's ruling will be appealed.
Jan 31st, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee’s ‘ICE Out’ March Fills Downtown Streets
More than 1,000 people convened at Cathedral Square Park amid a nationwide call for a general strike.
Jan 30th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
CEO Investigated For Alleged Inappropriate Touch of Milwaukee Official
Marty Brooks is alleged to have inappropriately touched another prominent Milwaukee official.
Jan 30th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Convention Hotel, Theater Demolition Plan Gets Cold Reception
Skepticism about viability, quality of report.
Jan 30th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Loses Its Violence Prevention Czar Because of State Constitution?
Mayor, fire chief express disappointment, frustration.
Jan 30th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
‘Red Flags’ Abound in Suspicious $450 Million County Health Contract
Board members blindsided by massive contract. Attorneys warn of 'catastrophic risk.'
Jan 30th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Why Columbia Wanted UW-Madison’s Chancellor
Leaders from Columbia and Madison weigh in on her strengths.
Jan 30th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Court Rules Trump Can’t Block EV Charging Funding, Preserving $62 Million in Wisconsin
''What the Trump administration did violates the law,' Attorney General Kaul says.
Jan 30th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Domes Train Show Steams Up Cold Weekend
Plus: Ice Bear Fest, if cold (or beer) is your thing.
Jan 29th, 2026 by Michael Holloway
Committee Endorses New Riverwest Market
Committee approves Metro Pantry for former Dollar General, but with strict conditions.
Jan 29th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
