New Grocery Store Proposed at Former Aldi

New Grocery Store Proposed at Former Aldi

Shuttered Northwest Side store could become full service grocery.

Midtown Walmart Redevelopment Wins Approval After Contentious Fight

Midtown Walmart Redevelopment Wins Approval After Contentious Fight

Dropping disputed computing facility clears way for 200 apartments and new Capitol Library.

Murphy’s Law: Was Rodriguez Campaign the Worst in State History?
Murphy’s Law

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Experts from both parties weigh in. And where does this leave Democrats?

Four Congressional Primary Races to Watch in Wisconsin

Four Congressional Primary Races to Watch in Wisconsin

Two pit Democrats against each other, two are Republican contests in Aug. 11 election.

Francesca Hong’s Policy on Data Centers Is Unique

Francesca Hong’s Policy on Data Centers Is Unique

Only governor candidate to propose 1-year moratorium. What would it mean for Wisconsin?

Tom Tiffany Sells Himself as Folksy Everyman in Race for Governor

Tom Tiffany Sells Himself as Folksy Everyman in Race for Governor

Republican downplays his very partisan voting record and ties to President Trump.

Oracle’s Credit Rating Cut Amid Data Center Legal Battle with WI Regulators

Oracle’s Credit Rating Cut Amid Data Center Legal Battle with WI Regulators

BBB- rating just about junk status. Trying to build $15B data center in Port Washington.

The State of Politics: Wikler Concedes Democratic Party’s Image Problems
The State of Politics

Wikler Concedes Democratic Party’s Image Problems

The 'blob' of the Democratic Party organization is the problem, and solution, he says.

Now Serving: A Tiramisu Takeover at Local Boba Shops
Now Serving

A Tiramisu Takeover at Local Boba Shops

Plus: A new East Side cafe, 80 state fair foods and the return of Easy Tyger.

One Nonprofit Closing Leaves 10 Counties Scrambling on Homelessness

One Nonprofit Closing Leaves 10 Counties Scrambling on Homelessness

Green Bay nonprofit New Cap closes, leaving huge gap in homeless shelters, services.

Dining: Miss Katie’s Diner Is a Milwaukee Classic
Dining

Miss Katie’s Diner Is a Milwaukee Classic

Serving up 1950's atmosphere and menu, with dependably satisfying food.

Tile Town: Milwaukee Needs a Grand Fountain
Tile Town

Milwaukee Needs a Grand Fountain

Chicago's Crown Fountain provides an example. Milwaukee's historic tiled fountains provide inspiration.

The Week’s Greatest Hits

The Week’s Greatest Hits

Most popular articles and press releases in the past week

MKE County: Finance Chair Moves To Block Courthouse Referendum
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Politics of midterm elections influence debate over $897 million courthouse project.

Social Development Commission Considers Bankruptcy Options

Social Development Commission Considers Bankruptcy Options

But some board members aren't convinced it's the right option.

Members Only: A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
Members Only

This content is only for members A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins

A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.

Crowley Reenters Governor’s Race With Evers’ Endorsement

Crowley Reenters Governor’s Race With Evers’ Endorsement

Outgoing governor makes dramatic endorsement. Mayor Johnson, others add their backing.

Weekly News Quiz: July 18, 2026
Weekly News Quiz

July 18, 2026

See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.

Urban Reads: How Paris Grew Cycling by 240% in 5 Years
Urban Reads

How Paris Grew Cycling by 240% in 5 Years

All the city news you can use.

Amani Homeownership TIF Would Add 95 Houses To CDA Pipeline

Amani Homeownership TIF Would Add 95 Houses To CDA Pipeline

'Backbone' TIFs will have created 228 homes.

City Attorney Rejects Trump Administration’s Demand, Says Milwaukee Will Enforce Mask Ban

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Will the Trump administration end up suing Milwaukee?

GOP Spends Big To Define Hong, But Is It Helping Her Instead?

GOP Spends Big To Define Hong, But Is It Helping Her Instead?

Republican Governors Association ads attack Hong on immigration and policing, as Democrats warn of primary meddling.

Crowley Will Reenter Race For Governor

Crowley Will Reenter Race For Governor

A key endorsement could be in the offing.

Four Pedestrians Killed In One Week As Milwaukee Traffic Deaths Climb Again

Four Pedestrians Killed In One Week As Milwaukee Traffic Deaths Climb Again

Vision Zero leaders and neighbors push for traffic calming, cameras and state law changes after latest crashes.

Longtime Soup Restaurant to Close

Longtime Soup Restaurant to Close

The Soup Kitchen will shut down its three locations later this month, following eviction notice.