Hotel Giants Blast Study Backing New Convention Hotel
Marcus and Jackson Street say a subsidized 650-room project would dilute an already weak market.
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East Side Mexican Restaurant Wins Key Approval
Jalisco's Cocina Y Bar is on track to open this spring.
by Sophie Bolich
St. Patrick’s Day Parade Will March Through Downtown
Plus: Horror Con and and a bike bazaar.
by Michael Holloway
New Sports Bar Proposed Near Marquette
Scoreboard Sports Bar hopes to attract a mix of students and area residents.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Holding Power Accountable
Your membership ensures someone is asking hard questions at every level of local government.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Long-Vacant Third Ward Building Will Become ‘Ghost Lab’
Art project will highlight history of long-time LGBTQ bar.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
$14.6 Million Athlete Pay Plan for UW-Madison Hits Bipartisan Roadblock
Senate Republicans split on funding and NIL rules, leaving bill dependent on Democrats who also balked.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
High Court Hears New Clash Over Lame Duck Limits On AG’s Power
Case could decide whether settlement money fills the state’s general fund or stays under DOJ control.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Who Pays For The Legislature’s Lawyers? New Court Fight Seeks An Answer
Law Forward asks a Dane County judge to rein in private legal contracts at the Capitol.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bill Would Give Local Governments Veto Power Over Solar, Wind Farms
GOP proposal would block state regulators from approving projects without local signoff first.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Committee Approves Towing Reckless Drivers, With Objections
Sheriff's Office would use new authority to target 'street takeover groups.'
Mar 12th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Domes Project on Track for 2027 Groundbreaking
Milwaukee Domes Alliance leader says fundraising is going well.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Eco-Friendly Refill Store Opening in Milwaukee
New storefront will offer low-waste home and body products, plus refills by the ounce.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
$14.1 Million Plan Targets Safer Streets In Walker’s Point, Valley, Westown
TIF funds would pay for repaving, new lighting and bike lanes in three key areas.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
A Redesign for Catalano Square
Can $1.5 million plan reshape Third Ward’s busiest park yet keep its green heart intact?
Mar 11th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
How Global Climate Change Affects Milwaukee
Echoing global data, Milwaukee has changed, and continues to do so.
Mar 11th, 2026 by Bruce Thompson
Live Nation Must End Deals with Summerfest?
It would cede control over concerts at two major amphitheaters under anti-trust deal.
Mar 11th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Downtown Snack Shop Reopens
Jr's Treats returns with a shortened menu and a promise of 'delicious' additions.
Mar 11th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Crowd Opposes MPS Staff Cuts
But what are alternatives? Divided board backs plan to cut 263 staff to solve deficit.
Mar 11th, 2026 by Terry Falk
Menomonee Falls Could Get More Milwaukee Water
And Milwaukee will get more cash.
Mar 11th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Recommends Denial For Mexican Restaurant
Unanimous vote against proposed restaurant on Mitchell St.
Mar 11th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Former Third Ward Warehouse Could Become Bathhouse, Restaurant
Chicago developer plans to replicate successful Windy City concept in Cream City.
Mar 11th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Halts Deportation, ICE Re-Arrests Mother in Milwaukee
Though cleared for green card, Sheboygan Falls woman re-arrested.
Mar 11th, 2026 by Paul Kiefer
Will New Postmark Rule Affect Absentee Ballots in Wisconsin?
ACLU warns it could affect voters who register to vote by mail.
Mar 11th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Tosa Teen Leads Push for State Ban on Animal Tests for Cosmetics
12 states and 45 countries have banned this.
Mar 11th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
The $26 Million Plan to Turn MKE Renters Into Homeowners
Acts Housing has raised $26.4 million to expand homeownership. How will it do this?
Mar 11th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
The Legacy of Terry Coffman
Coffman, 80, led MIAD for 20 years, helped revitalize Third Ward.
Mar 11th, 2026 by Michael Horne
Two East Town Bars, Restaurant Left in Limbo
Business group drops applications for sports bar, cocktail lounge and burrito restaurant.
Mar 11th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
