Lake Sturgeon Can Live Hundreds of Years, Surprised Researchers Find
‘Some have been swimming around the Great Lakes since before the U.S. was a country.’
Read the full story by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio...
Wisconsin Homelessness Rises Again in 2026
Changes at federal level could make it difficult to expand programs that have proven so successful.
by Graham Kilmer
UWM’s Affordable Textbook Initiative Cuts Costs for Students
Open Textbook and Educational Resources, launched in 2015, has saved students millions of dollars.
by Elissa Eaton, Wisconsin Public Radio
Two Republican Election Deniers Lost Primaries for WI Legislature
Angie Sapik and Scott Harbridge, who was backed by Sean Duffy, lose in northern Wisconsin.
Aug 19th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Tiffany’s Vote for 2025 Medicaid Cuts Could Be Issue in Race for Governor
45,000 people in Wisconsin lost health coverage. 'Biggest cut we've ever seen in this country.'
Aug 19th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Even With Reserves And Sales Tax, Milwaukee Still Bleeds Red Ink
New forecast from Comptroller Bill Christianson offer alarming view of city's long-term fiscal future.
Aug 19th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
MCTS Graduates First Class of Journeyman Bus Drivers
MCTS graduates 13 bus operators from first-of-its-kind apprenticeship program.
Aug 18th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Measles Outbreak Grows to 36 Confirmed Cases in Southwest Wisconsin
All but one of the people infected in the state this year have been unvaccinated.
Aug 18th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Ron Johnson’s War On Vaccines
He's run 5 senate committee hearings in the last year spreading crackpot theories and disinformation.
Aug 18th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
UW System Will Freeze Tuition for 2 Years If State Invests $190 Million
4-Year Tuition Pledge and work to learn programs announced ahead of 2027 budget negotiations.
Aug 18th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
City Commission Approves Metcalfe Park Development
Nonprofit organization plans ambitious, mixed-use 'liberation hub.'
Aug 18th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Half of People Killed This Year in Wisconsin Off-Road Vehicle Crashes Were Over 60
State law only requires people under age 38 to take safety courses.
Aug 18th, 2026 by Avery Martinez, Wisconsin Public Radio
Data Centers a Hot Issue As Governor’s Race Takes Off
Who will be tougher and smarter on data centers, Crowley or Tiffany?
Aug 18th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Wisconsin to Hold Hearings on Commuting Sentences for Prisoners
Poll shows majority in the state support clemency for some offenders.
Aug 18th, 2026 by Natalie Yahr
Wisconsin Democrats Sue to Boot Republican From Key State Senate Race
Lawsuit claims Michele Magadance Skinner is a Georgia resident and can't hold office in Wisconsin.
Aug 18th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Committee Recommends New Operator for Sewerage District
Current operator, French company Veolia, is competing with Dallas-based Jacobs for the contract.
Aug 18th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Oracle Drops Lawsuit Opposing Wisconsin Data Center Credit Rules
PSC's credit rating standards meant to protect ratepayers from risk of insolvent companies.
Aug 17th, 2026 by Paul Kiefer
State Will Spend $905,000 to Help Conserve 1,250 Acres in North Woods
Natural Resources Board approves acquisition of conservation easement from Uihlein family trust.
Aug 17th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Welding Or Weddings? City Extends Deal For Former Cheesehead Factory
City grapples with transitioning industrial area near inner harbor.
Aug 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
10 Years After Unrest, Faith Leaders Optimistic About Sherman Park
Envisioning 'a strong, vibrant' neighborhood 'where all residents can flourish.'
Aug 17th, 2026 by Jake Dale, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
We Energies, Milwaukee Schools Partnership Opens Career Doors for Students
Utility offers apprenticeships for high school students that lead to jobs in the industry.
Aug 17th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
How Republicans Helped Elect Crowley
They spent millions to help Hong win Democratic primary for governor, then began attacking her.
Aug 17th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Urban Milwaukee Hiring Small Business Reporter
Join our downtown newsroom to cover Milwaukee’s small businesses, bars and restaurants.
Aug 17th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
What Wisconsin Primary Fight Means for 8 Democrats
Lots of losers in race for governor. How does it affect their political future?
Aug 17th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Ben Wikler Sees ‘Wind’ in Democrats’ Sails
Why former Wisconsin Democratic chair thinks party can win trifecta in November election.
Aug 17th, 2026 by Joe Tarr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bay View Brewery Closes Taproom
Supermoon says it's not farewell, but it is a dramatic change.
Aug 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
The Benefits of Portland’s E-Bike Program
All the city news you can use.
Aug 16th, 2026 by Jeff Wood
New Poll Shows Tight Crowley–Tiffany Race For Governor
Crowley leads by four points, but margin of error suggests another nail-biter statewide contest ahead.
Aug 16th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
