Thousands Line Up For Free Burgers at George Webb Diners
Burgers, big smiles, Brewers spirit—and a Cubs fan?
Read the full story by Sophie Bolich...
Parks Department May Close 4 Pools
It's also planning to permanently close all wading pools by 2035.
by Graham Kilmer
How The Minimum Wage Declined
40 years ago it was worth three times more. What happened?
by Bruce Thompson
State Releases $16 Million Withheld from Milwaukee Public Schools
State Superintendent Jill Underly says MPS made progress on financial reports.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Deneen Smith, Wisconsin Public Radio
Why the Pathfinders Union Struggle Matters
Workers at many nonprofits are under-paid and overworked, with high turnover.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Brew-Jas Seeks New Location in Bay View
Current cafe is on S. 13th. New cafe would offer similar menu of coffee, pastries.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Dairy Workers Strike to Protest Changes That Affect Immigrants
43 workers at Monroe cheesemaking facility strike to protest new owner's rules.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Sen. Baldwin Sees Momentum to Save U.S. Education Department
Even some Republicans balk at Trump's order in March to close department.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Dane County Sheriff Battles ICE for Custody of Homicide Suspect
Judge orders Honduran immigrant Noelia Martinez-Avila to be transported back to Dane County for prosecution.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
State Warns of Possible Measles Exposure at Truck Stops
Traveler to Wisconsin may have exposed people to measles.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Deneen Smith, Wisconsin Public Radio
Future Unclear for Senior Centers
Crowley and board at odds; he wants to pause all repairs until long-term plan decided.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Burger and Sandwich Spot For Villard Avenue
Long-vacant building set to become second location for Pak Daman.
Aug 19th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
FEMA Will Start Surveying Storm Damage in Milwaukee Thursday
More than 18,000 damage reports filed so far, 83% in Milwaukee County.
Aug 19th, 2025 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Brunch Restaurant Proposed For Bay View
Axolotl Cafe would bring chilaquiles and cocktails to former Blackwood Brothers.
Aug 19th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Flood Damage Toll Rises Ahead of FEMA Assessment
More than 1,500 homes in Milwaukee County destroyed or suffered major damage.
Aug 19th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Highest Paid WI CEO Got $23.8 Million in 2024
New report's stunning numbers. Which 11 WI CEOs got more than $10 million?
Aug 19th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Bipartisan Group of State Politicians Criticize Trump Election Proposal
Opposing his push to end mail-in votes and eliminate voting machines.
Aug 19th, 2025 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Southside Dining Week Returns Next Month
Dining event, now in its fifth year, celebrates diversity of southside restaurants.
Aug 19th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Mining Project in North Woods Worries Opponents
Explorative effort the first in nearly 30 years. Faces tribal lawsuit, other opposition.
Aug 19th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Council Members Pitch Trump to Declare FEMA Emergency
Dimitrijevic and Chambers lead letter urging FEMA help after 1000-year rainstorm.
Aug 19th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Exterior Facade Goes Up On New Museum
Plus: More items being removed from display at Milwaukee Public Museum.
Aug 19th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Housing Division Worked To Locate Homeless After Floods
At least 30 homeless individuals were displaced from campsites by storms.
Aug 18th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Aurora Demolishing Office Building
Permit request indicates health care provider wants space for different use.
Aug 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
State Still Has Deep Backload of Criminal Cases
Despite increased funding still a shortage of prosecutors and public defenders.
Aug 18th, 2025 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bay View’s Asian Buffet Has Closed
Restaurant formerly known as Hong Kong Seafood Buffet went dark this summer.
Aug 18th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Mayor Skips Finalists, Picks Outsider For Key Violence Prevention Role
Johnson taps Adam Procell, who turned his life around after homicide conviction.
Aug 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Bartender Week Is On Tap
Starting Monday is state's first-ever bartending week, with a bar swap, tastings and special releases.
Aug 18th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Democratic Field Grows in 1st Congressional District Election
Community activist Gage Stills will oppose Rep. Steil and 'Big Beautiful Bill.'
Aug 18th, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
