Wisconsin Shelters Could Be Hit By Proposed Federal Funding Cuts
The Trump administration has injected uncertainty on use of federal funds to combat homelessness.
Read the full story by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio...
Wisconsin Moves to Require Lead Service Lines Replaced By 2037
Some groups hail the move for strengthening protections, but others voice concerns about costs.
by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
‘Sextortion’ Now A Crime in Wisconsin
Gov. Evers signs several bills into law.
by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
The National Cafe is Closed
Walker's Point business is latest casualty amid a difficult time for independent restaurants.
Dec 11th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Suit Seeks to Force PSC to Release Data Center Electricity Demand
Is state Public Service Commission keeping Meta data secret?
Dec 11th, 2025 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Employ Milwaukee Moving To Edge of Downtown
County's workforce development agency will colocate with health care initiative.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Aging TIF Districts Will Fund City’s Affordable Housing Efforts
Expiring TIFs for decades-old redevelopment efforts will end by funding housing.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Public Concerned About Sheriff’s Use Of Surveillance Technology
Sheriff wants facial recognition technology. Will it indirectly help ICE?
Dec 10th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Mexican Restaurant Planned Near Kosciuszko Park
El Coqueto plans to open in former taqueria space.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Uncle Wolfie’s Highlights Former Menu Items
The chop cheese latke waffle among those returning for anniversary celebration.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Mayor’s Power in Decline?
Council grabbing more power, overriding nearly every veto by Mayor Johnson.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Life Expectancy in Wisconsin vs. Other States
Hawaii is the leader. How high -- or low -- does Wisconsin rank?
Dec 10th, 2025 by Bruce Thompson
Senate Committee Debates ‘Community Solar’ Bill
Allowing private companies to construct small solar projects. Utilities oppose it.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
City Plan For Marcus Parking Structure Repairs Falling Apart
Financial data is murky. 'More unanswered questions than answers,' says comptroller.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Health Care Costs Are Overwhelming Wisconsin Teacher Salaries
Data shows average teacher spends 20% of their salary on health care benefits.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Tom Tiffany Criticizes ‘Billionaire Loophole’ But Backed Law Creating It
U.S. Rep. and Republican candidate for governor aims to raise $40 million.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
County Seeks to Sue PFAS Producers, Oil Companies
Plans to join class action lawsuits, similar to past litigation against opioid makers.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Have Burgers, Will Travel
McDonald's veteran Randey Fisher returns to his hometown to run two franchises.
Dec 9th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Will GOGO’s Bus Service Ever Get Going?
New intercity bus service generated plenty of press releases, but no buses.
Dec 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Reviewing EPA-Approved Pesticides For PFAS
Is EPA ignoring international standards supported by scientists or is it 'fake news'?
Dec 9th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Cocktail Bar Plans ‘Murder at the Mansion’
Agency to host an immersive murder mystery experience on New Year's Eve.
Dec 9th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Mayor Declines to Sign Historic Preservation for Arena, Auditorium
Facing unanimous council vote, Johnson punts on the issue.
Dec 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Conservation Projects Face 2026 Cutoff of State Stewardship Fund
'So many beautiful, wonderful places kind of on the chopping block.'
Dec 9th, 2025 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Evers Signs ‘Bradyn’s Law’ to Fight Sextortion of Teens
Bipartisan law makes sexual extortion a felony; tougher penalties if it leads to suicide.
Dec 9th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Are East Side Buildings Historic or Is That ‘Slander’?
'I'm the target' of 'slanderous' action, owner of buildings on Farwell and Brady charges.
Dec 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
State Bill Gives Tax Credits to New Nuclear Power Plants
12-1 bipartisan committee vote seeks more energy to supply data centers.
Dec 9th, 2025 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Mandela Barnes Aims to Raise $50 Million in Governor’s Race
Plans to offer a 'unifying message to defeat extremists and extremism.'
Dec 9th, 2025 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
When Safety Building Is Razed, Where Will Criminal Cases Be Heard?
It's all in the county's plan. And will the sheriff's office get a shooting range?
Dec 9th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
