Brad Schimel Named Top Federal Prosecutor for Eastern Wisconsin

Brad Schimel Named Top Federal Prosecutor for Eastern Wisconsin

Interim appointment by Trump administration sidesteps established process.

A New Milwaukee Club For World’s ‘Fastest-Growing Sport’

This content is only for membersA New Milwaukee Club For World’s ‘Fastest-Growing Sport’

Can 30 million players be wrong? Industrial building will become 10-court facility.

Why Robin Vos Blocked Bill Pushed by Pro-Life Groups, Passed in 48 States

Why Robin Vos Blocked Bill Pushed by Pro-Life Groups, Passed in 48 States

Two-thirds of Assembly backed extended Medicaid coverage for new mothers.

Wisconsin Coal Terminal to Close After 50 Years

Wisconsin Coal Terminal to Close After 50 Years

Superior company has seen 75% decline in coal cargo, as clean energy kills demand.

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Wisconsin Recharges Electric Vehicle Project

Wisconsin Recharges Electric Vehicle Project

$14 million for 26 charging stations, after successful suit against Trump Administration.

Get Fresh! Cafe Proposed For Brewery District

Get Fresh! Cafe Proposed For Brewery District

Downtown lunch vendor eyes permanent location for 'wholesome' fare.

The State of Politics: The Legacy of Tommy Thompson
The State of Politics

The Legacy of Tommy Thompson

Former legislator, governor, US Secretary of Health soon to turn 84.

Demonstrators Protest at New ICE Detention Center in Milwaukee

Demonstrators Protest at New ICE Detention Center in Milwaukee

Seven different groups involved in protest. 'You are not welcome here.'

Classical: ‘An Elegy for a Vanished World’
Classical

‘An Elegy for a Vanished World’

Milwaukee Musaik performs great music by composers terrorized by the Nazis.

Theater: Skylight’s Holiday Show Is Lots of Fun
Theater

Skylight’s Holiday Show Is Lots of Fun

'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' sends up biblical story while spoofing many musical styles.

Use-of-Force Incidents at MPS Raise Concerns

Use-of-Force Incidents at MPS Raise Concerns

6 incidents at northside schools ended in use of force by police.

Republican Bill Cracks Down on Political Donations Via Credit Card

Republican Bill Cracks Down on Political Donations Via Credit Card

Trying to stop 'smurfing' or following Trump's lead targeting Act Blue donations?

Wisconsin Lacks Standards for Pesticides in Water

Wisconsin Lacks Standards for Pesticides in Water

Growers use millions of pounds of pesticides per year, but research needed on impact.

Now Serving: Former Restaurant Hints at Comeback
Now Serving

Former Restaurant Hints at Comeback

Plus: Bibiana burgers, the return of a Bay View favorite and changes in THC regulations.

Intersection: The Port of Milwaukee Interchange Is an Overbuilt Mess
Intersection

The Port of Milwaukee Interchange Is an Overbuilt Mess

Simplified traffic connections could yield new land while better connecting to city.

The Week’s Greatest Hits

The Week’s Greatest Hits

Most popular articles and press releases in the past week

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.

Weekly News Quiz: November 15, 2025
Weekly News Quiz

November 15, 2025

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

Urban Reads: From Elevated Highway to Waterfront Park
Urban Reads

From Elevated Highway to Waterfront Park

All the city news you can use.

City Ditches $700 Million Plan, Wants New Developer For Marcus Center Garage

City Ditches $700 Million Plan, Wants New Developer For Marcus Center Garage

Prior developer encountered financial issues.

These Restaurants Are Giving Back on Thanksgiving

These Restaurants Are Giving Back on Thanksgiving

McBob's continuing free community meals, while Grill City offers care packages with hot food, hygiene and more.

For Members Only: Get Free Tickets to Holiday Folk Fair 2025
For Members Only

Get Free Tickets to Holiday Folk Fair 2025

Members can get up to two tickets worth $16 each to the city's international festival, while supplies last.

Secret Ramen Restaurant Reopens

Secret Ramen Restaurant Reopens

Prepare for tonkotsu, curry and boozy slushies.

MKE County: County Installs Suicide Prevention Signs in Parks
MKE County

County Installs Suicide Prevention Signs in Parks

40 signs going up in parks and along the lakefront.