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Brennan Pitches Experience, People Skills in Race for Governor
Democrat says voters want governor to get things done. 'Joel doesn’t wake up looking for a fight.'
Jul 11th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Milwaukee-Based Enerpac Strikes $472 Million Deal
Company says buying Houston firm could expand market for its products by $1 billion.
Jul 11th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Real Chili Is the Real Deal
Are secret ingredients like cinnamon the key to its rich flavor?
Jul 11th, 2026 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Following Mass Resignations, Milwaukee County Democratic Party in Disarray
Botched primary endorsement backfires.
Jul 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Environmental Groups Sue DNR Over Port Washington Data Center Review
Lawsuit says state skipped a full environmental impact statement for the $15 billion project.
Jul 10th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Easy Tyger to Reopen Saturday
Brady Street ramen spot will end its nearly four-month hiatus this weekend, owner says
Jul 10th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
DOJ Warns Milwaukee Over Ban On Masked Federal Agents
But lead sponsor says it is the Trump administration that is in the wrong.
Jul 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
East National Flats Welcome First Residents
New development anchors key Walker's Point intersection, serves as gateway to Harbor District.
Jul 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Why Wisconsin Economists Are Watching Student Loan Bills Closely
Research shows rising payments can drag on housing, entrepreneurship and big-ticket purchases statewide.
Jul 10th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bucks Games Returning To Free TV For 2026-27 Season
For the first time in 31 years, you won't need cable TV to cheer the deer.
Jul 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Regulators Refuse To Loosen Data Center Rules, Oracle Files Lawsuit
Oracle argues requirement could cost it $100 million per year. Rule designed to protect other customers.
Jul 10th, 2026 by Paul Kiefer
Wisconsin Supreme Court Backs Kaul on Control of Settlement Funds
Liberal majority says the attorney general can direct multistate lawsuit money within the state’s general fund.
Jul 10th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Why Families Keep Coming Back To This 130-Year-Old Wisconsin Camp
Phantom Lake YMCA Camp builds lifelong bonds as campers grow into counselors and carry on its traditions.
Jul 10th, 2026 by Royce Podeszwa, Wisconsin Public Radio
Supervisor Wants Referendum on Courthouse Project
Proposal would put $897 million courthouse to referendum in November.
Jul 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Summerfest Attendance Fell in 2026, Unless Garth Brooks is Included
Festival attendance continues to bounce around post-pandemic under three-weekend format.
Jul 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
State Orders Probe of Green Bay’s Duplicate Ballots
Wisconsin Elections Commission launches investigation and delays any penalties for now.
Jul 9th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Hop Over To Bastille Days
Plus: Don't miss Festa Italiana on the lakefront.
Jul 9th, 2026 by Michael Holloway
Slushy Vendor Eyes Sherman Phoenix
Slush Shack is slated to join the marketplace in the coming weeks with a family-friendly menu of frozen drinks and snacks.
Jul 9th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Investigator In Flock Stalking Case Now Charged With Felony Misuse of System
Detective Tehrangi Chapman is charged with felony misconduct and misuse of GPS tracking technology.
Jul 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Overdose Deaths Fall Across Wisconsin As Harm Reduction Efforts Grow
From Narcan in vending machines to new treatment beds, a statewide push is saving lives after record highs.
Jul 9th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Prisons Fill With OWI Offenders Even As Arrests Decline
Fewer low-level drunk driving arrests, more serious and repeat cases, and rising incarceration costs collide statewide.
Jul 9th, 2026 by Andrew Kennard, Wisconsin Examiner
Convention Center CEO Will Appeal His Firing
Marty Brooks will have his day before the board, and the public.
Jul 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow Dies At 61
Longtime Republican official led the county since 2015 and battled a rare cancer for two years.
Jul 9th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Protestors Slam Vance, Trump for Health Care Cuts
Coalition pickets Vice President JD Vance's appearance in Milwaukee.
Jul 8th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
City Seeks Development of Long-Vacant Bay View Site
A decade after last try, conceptual plan calls for 14-story tower with lake views.
Jul 8th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
