Milwaukee’s Storm Cleanup Effort By The Numbers
Start with billions of gallons of water, end up with millions of dollars in damage and thousands of hours of cleanup.
Read the full story by Jeramey Jannene...
New Bar and Lounge Proposed For Villard Avenue
Taste Lounge Social aims to bring "something different" to the area, with wagyu, craft cocktails, jazz and more.
by Sophie Bolich
Biersal Tavern Has Closed
Tavern issued two-word announcement Friday, offering no reason for the decision.
by Sophie Bolich
GOP Lawmakers Trying New Move To Block Evers’ Rulemaking
Supreme Court previously gave Evers approval to avoid Legislature, which governor is now embracing.
Aug 22nd, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Lawmakers Debate ‘No Tax on Tips’ After Cutting It from Evers’ Budget
The policy echoes a provision in President Donald Trump's signature tax and immigration law
Aug 22nd, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Scientists Are Leaders in Testing Psilocybin Treatments
Clinical trials show psychedelic drugs can be effective in mental health treatment.
Aug 22nd, 2025 by Anna Marie Yanny, Wisconsin Public Radio
FEMA Surveys Milwaukee Area Storm Damage
Preliminary damage assessment teams were on Milwaukee's north side on Thursday
Aug 22nd, 2025 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Mexican Fiesta Leads a Week of Fests
Including Fresh Coast Jazz Festival, Skatefest and WMSE Backyard BBQ.
Aug 21st, 2025 by Michael Holloway
La Masa Opening New Location
The Brady Street fixture plans second restaurant at the Public Market.
Aug 21st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Concealed Carry Gun Owners Have Killed Many
Report documents 2,817 non-self defense deaths. How many in Wisconsin?
Aug 21st, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Caribbean Restaurant Proposed For Center Street
Jerkin' Me Crazy would showcase island cuisine with a soul food twist.
Aug 21st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Republican Proposal Prevents Local ‘Rights of Nature’ Ordinances
Proposed bill comes weeks after Green Bay city council voted to draft resolution.
Aug 21st, 2025 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Transmission Lines Company Driving Up Wisconsin’s Electric Costs?
Industrial watchdog says American Transmission Company hiked rates by 43%.
Aug 21st, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bernie Sanders Will Campaign for Rebecca Cooke in Western Wisconsin
US Senator from Vermont to join Viroqua town hall in 3rd Congressional District.
Aug 21st, 2025 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Gov. Evers Pushes Long List of State Rule Changes
Citing WI Supreme Court ruling, he declares end to Legislature's 'abuse of power.'
Aug 21st, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Downtown Dog Park Opens
23,000-square-foot park is first of its kind, part of larger riverwalk redevelopment.
Aug 21st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Thousands Line Up For Free Burgers at George Webb Diners
Burgers, big smiles, Brewers spirit—and a Cubs fan?
Aug 20th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Parks Department May Close 4 Pools
It's also planning to permanently close all wading pools by 2035.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
How The Minimum Wage Declined
40 years ago it was worth three times more. What happened?
Aug 20th, 2025 by Bruce Thompson
State Releases $16 Million Withheld from Milwaukee Public Schools
State Superintendent Jill Underly says MPS made progress on financial reports.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Deneen Smith, Wisconsin Public Radio
Why the Pathfinders Union Struggle Matters
Workers at many nonprofits are under-paid and overworked, with high turnover.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Brew-Jas Seeks New Location in Bay View
Current cafe is on S. 13th. New cafe would offer similar menu of coffee, pastries.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Dairy Workers Strike to Protest Changes That Affect Immigrants
43 workers at Monroe cheesemaking facility strike to protest new owner's rules.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Sen. Baldwin Sees Momentum to Save U.S. Education Department
Even some Republicans balk at Trump's order in March to close department.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Dane County Sheriff Battles ICE for Custody of Homicide Suspect
Judge orders Honduran immigrant Noelia Martinez-Avila to be transported back to Dane County for prosecution.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
State Warns of Possible Measles Exposure at Truck Stops
Traveler to Wisconsin may have exposed people to measles.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Deneen Smith, Wisconsin Public Radio
Future Unclear for Senior Centers
Crowley and board at odds; he wants to pause all repairs until long-term plan decided.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Burger and Sandwich Spot For Villard Avenue
Long-vacant building set to become second location for Pak Daman.
Aug 19th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
