Protestors Slam Vance, Trump for Health Care Cuts
Coalition pickets Vice President JD Vance’s appearance in Milwaukee.
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City Seeks Development of Long-Vacant Bay View Site
A decade after last try, conceptual plan calls for 14-story tower with lake views.
by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown’s Trinity, Vagabond Sites For Sale
The Barry Company will market two prominent properties near Milwaukee River.
by Sophie Bolich
The Flying Chicken Could Open Near Airport
Halal fast food restaurant proposed for Howell Avenue.
Jul 8th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Vice President Invites Mayor Johnson To DC To Talk Elections
Also offers subtle slap at mayor. But Johnson says he'll take Vance up on invitation.
Jul 8th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Vance Speech Uses Milwaukee Case To Sell Trump’s Fraud Agenda
Visiting city to raise money at $10,000 per couple event at Pfister Hotel.
Jul 8th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
David Crowley Drops Out of Race for Governor
'It has become clear I will not be the Democratic nominee for governor,' county exec says.
Jul 8th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Mayor Opposes Replacing I-794 Connection With Downtown Boulevard
Johnson backs compromise: modernized freeway with smaller footprint, some development.
Jul 8th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene and Sophie Bolich
Dugan Sentenced to $5,000 Fine, Will Appeal Conviction
Speaks for first time since her arrest, saying she is neither a 'scofflaw or hero.'
Jul 8th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
47 Animal Rights Activists Who Raided Ridglan Farms Charged With Felonies
They could face years in prison and thousands of dollars in fines for alleged burglary, theft.
Jul 8th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Religious Leaders Rally to Protect Voting Rights
Clergy will show up at local polling places for November elections as poll chaplains.
Jul 8th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Researchers Find Link Between Vehicle Crashes and Firearm Injuries
Can this information be used to help prevent Milwaukee gun violence?
Jul 8th, 2026 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Milwaukee Homeowners Can Get FEMA Assistance for Spring Storms
Federal government approved $22.6 million more funding for Wisconsin on June 30.
Jul 8th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Homicides Down 30% in Milwaukee in First Half of 2026
Mayor Johnson says the city is a 'safer community.'
Jul 8th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
New Restaurant Proposed Near Marquette University
Casual eatery DB's in Da Kitchen would replace short-lived taco business on Wells Street.
Jul 7th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
MCTS Gets $14.7 Million Federal Grant for Equipment, Infrastructure
Bus system gets help with needed projects as system struggles with funding.
Jul 7th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Mayor Johnson Offers VP Vance A Special Tour For His Milwaukee Visit
Offering a tour of city's election operations. Vance will speak at airport, host fundraiser.
Jul 7th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Lincoln Avenue Schools Burns Again, Demolition Approved
But big questions remain about what comes next.
Jul 7th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Supreme Court Denies Access to Voter Competency Records
Election conspiracy group wanted records that are closed under state law.
Jul 7th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Isthmus Denies Doing Political Polls
Republicans using fictitious liberal group linked to Madison publication to mislead Democrats?
Jul 7th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Fish and Chicken Restaurant Proposed For East Town
80 Proof Milwaukee to replace shuttered après ski bar and burrito restaurant on Jefferson St.
Jul 7th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Everyone’s Talking About Francesca Hong
Will all the coverage help or hurt Democratic governor candidate? And beware a new poll.
Jul 7th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Bay View Affordable Development Scores Key Approval, But Objections Remain
Area alderwoman takes position on proposal that she knows won't make everyone happy.
Jul 7th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Bryant’s Cocktail Lounge Wins ‘Timeless’ Award
Southside bar recognized for local influence and time-tested service.
Jul 7th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Nearly 60 People Arrested by ICE Over Three-Day Surge
Federal DHS says detainees had criminal histories; immigrant advocates deny this.
Jul 7th, 2026 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Wisconsin DPI, Legislators Working on Plan to Improve Math Education
Fewer than half of Wisconsin students are proficient at math.
Jul 7th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Data Centers Could Hike Wisconsin Energy Demand by 40% by 2032
Draft report: 72% of peak electricity load associated with 3 data center developments.
Jul 7th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
City Starting Housing Inspection Program in Uptown Neighborhood
Pilot initiative is the latest 'Adopt-a-Neighborhood' effort championed by Mayor Johnson.
Jul 6th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
