Parks Plans Mitchell and Kosciuszko Lagoon Improvements
Milwaukee County Parks planning shoreline stabilization at two lagoons.
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Democrats Unveil Statewide Tuition Promise Program
Another bill would reverse Act 10 for most UW system employees.
by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
City HallFrom Brownfields to Blue Waters, Mayor Names New Port Director
Benji Timm tapped to lead Port Milwaukee.
by Jeramey Jannene
Ascension, UnitedHealthcare Reach Deal To Restore Service
Agreement is retroactive to Oct. 1, when United customers lost in-network access to Ascension facilities.
Oct 14th, 2025 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
MCTS Plans 15% Service Cut
Budget issues yield more frequency reductions, elimination of same-day paratransit service.
Oct 14th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Has a Fire Truck Problem
Milwaukee may soon need to dial 911 to replace its fire trucks.
Oct 14th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Local Governments Voice Opposition To Proposed Solar Arrays
Projects big and small are encountering push back, state law change could empower municipalities.
Oct 14th, 2025 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Dual Enrollment Bill Aims To Make It Easier For High Schoolers To Take College Classes
One-in-four high school students already participate, but with stark divides based on district.
Oct 14th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Should Lakes and Forests Have Rights in Wisconsin? Bills Propose Protections
A group of Democrats is proposing 'rights of nature' legislation
Oct 14th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Groundbreaking Held for Tiny Homes for Veterans
Veterans Community Project serves veterans experiencing homelessness.
Oct 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
‘SWIFTIE Act’ Aims To Stop Scalpers in Wisconsin
Dem-backed bill would ban bots, cap markup rates and require price transparency.
Oct 13th, 2025 by Mackenzie Krumme, Wisconsin Public Radio
See Inside Milwaukee Rep’s New Theater Center
Associated Bank Theater Center opens to great fanfare.
Oct 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Federal Shutdown Delays Potential Soybean Farmer Bailout
But do farmers want it? "It's kind of like putting a Band-aid on a gunshot wound," says association leader.
Oct 13th, 2025 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Judges, Legislators Consider Changing Wisconsin’s Election Laws
A court ruling could reshape the election-law debate.
Oct 13th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Could Lose $130 Million In Energy-Related Grants Under Trump Admin Cuts
Largest items on chopping block are rural grid improvements and a power storage system.
Oct 13th, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Casera Cafe & Bakery Offers Great Ambiance, Even Better Food
New business is a welcome addition to the Harbor District.
Oct 13th, 2025 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Bay View Parkway Becoming Park Space
Cupertino Park roadway being removed. But what about the parking?
Oct 13th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Lack of Groundwater Supplies Halts Sprawl Growth in Phoenix Area
All the city news you can use.
Oct 12th, 2025 by Jeff Wood
Fishing, Not Warming, Is Leading Driver of Midwest Fish Populations
Study led by UW-Madison found fishing had a greater effect on most studied locations.
Oct 12th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
New Restaurant Hosting New Moon Feast
Plus: Sweets, meats and vegan eats.
Oct 12th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Oct 12th, 2025 by Urban Milwaukee
A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Oct 11th, 2025 by Urban Milwaukee
October 11, 2025
See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
Oct 11th, 2025 by Urban Milwaukee
Liberal Firms Urge Wisconsin Supreme Court To Advance Redistricting Lawsuit
Lawyers for Republicans say Protasiewicz and Crawford should recuse.
Oct 11th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Baristas Battle Private Equity In Unionization Effort
After a unanimous vote to unionize, Anodyne workers allege FairWave is “weaponizing” the NLRB appeals process.
Oct 11th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Changing How It Deals With Habitual Parking Offenders
Those with five or more tickets will receive new treatment from the city.
Oct 10th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Emails Reveal MCTS Officials Concealed Budget Deficit From Comptroller, County Board
MCTS planned to keep elected officials in the dark about its finances.
Oct 10th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
EsterEv Sets Reopening Date, Changes Format
Six months after flood closure, restaurant will welcome guests back to its Bay View dining room.
Oct 10th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
