WI Democrats Float $1.3 Billion Plan for Schools Amid Tax Cut Talks
Proposal hikes funding for special education and general school aid.
Read the full story by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio...
After Years of Delay, WI Legislature Passes Bills Addressing PFAS
With Senate approval, 'important' bills to spend $133 million go to Gov. Evers to sign.
by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Sen. Van Wanggaard Won’t Seek Reelection
Racine County Republican's retirement creates key battleground Senate seat in 2026.
by Jeramey Jannene
Embroiled in Legal Battle, Downtown Steakhouse Will Close
High-end restaurant faces lawsuit for allegedly breaching lease.
Mar 17th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
City Reaches Labor Agreement With Lesser-Known Police Union
New 3-year agreement includes first-of-its-kind residency bonus.
Mar 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Communities Face Scrutiny Over Data Center Secrecy
Town of Beloit is fifth Wisconsin community to sign a non-disclosure agreement.
Mar 17th, 2026 by Tom Kertscher
70 School Districts Have Referendums on April Ballots
Three districts in Wisconsin talk about why they need financial help.
Mar 17th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
New Plan For Northwest Side Tavern
The Divined Pub and Lounge would serve cocktails, martinis and finger food.
Mar 17th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Fire Chief in Line For Huge Pay Increase Due to ‘Mistake’
Council decision led to 'enormous' raise for police chief, could benefit fire chief.
Mar 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Opees Celebrate Open Government Champions
Winners include public officials, nonprofits and journalists.
Mar 16th, 2026 by Bill Lueders
Jordanian Cafe Expanding to Milwaukee
Al Hamawi plans its first Wisconsin location on Layton Avenue.
Mar 16th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Oscar Show Catches Hollywood in Transition
Do the winners point to the future or a past that's disappearing?
Mar 16th, 2026 by Dominique Paul Noth
Present Music Celebrates Hindu Festival
Audience members can get in the spirit and wear festive Indian attire.
Mar 16th, 2026 by Michael Barndt
Former Waupun Prison Official Pleads No Contest to Misdemeanors
Jamall Russell charged with neglect after inmate dies of malnutrition.
Mar 16th, 2026 by Andrew Kennard, Wisconsin Examiner
Judge Maria Lazar Claims Mantle of Impartiality
Calls Judge Chris Taylor 'partisan.' But Lazar has regularly backed Republican causes.
Mar 16th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Local Entrepreneurs Launch Event Planning Platform
Introducing Eventini, a one-stop shop for coordinating event essentials.
Mar 16th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Trump Wants to ‘Save’ Great Lakes From Invasive Carp, But Halts Funds
Federal funds for barrier system halted as Army Corps of Engineers reviews projects.
Mar 16th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Why the Rise in Property Tax Anger?
It's ebbed and flowed since the 1960s, as state politicians tried different solutions.
Mar 16th, 2026 by Steven Walters
68 of 72 Wisconsin Counties Face Decline in Public School Students
Decades-long trend has districts across state considering closing, merging schools.
Mar 16th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Planned Mass Timber Office Building Shrinks in Size
But developer hopes to get construction started quickly.
Mar 16th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Blizzard Conditions Cause Power Outages, Road Closings Across State
12,876 We Energies customers lose power, 3 feet of snow in Door County.
Mar 16th, 2026 by WPR Staff, Wisconsin Public Radio
Police Misuse of Flock Surveillance Becoming Statewide Issue
Milwaukee, other cities face misconduct cases, accountability issues.
Mar 15th, 2026 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Hmong American Peace Academy Awarded for Academic Growth
One of only two schools in Wisconsin to win national award. How did it succeed?
Mar 15th, 2026 by Alex Klaus, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Bus Fare Evasion Declining
Change comes after MCTS reverses policy: drivers now told they should mention fares.
Mar 15th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin’s Economy Lags Behind Most States, Report Shows
From 2017-2024 Wisconsin ranked 38th nationally in real GDP growth.
Mar 15th, 2026 by Mackenzie Krumme, Wisconsin Public Radio
Neighbors Oppose 24-Hour Data Center Work In Port Washington
Residents cite lights, noise and dust, push petition opposing overnight construction.
Mar 15th, 2026 by Beatrice Lawrence, Wisconsin Public Radio
See Inside New French Bistro
Plus: Cambodian sandwich shop, new sports bar and the return of Fixture Pizza Pub?
Mar 15th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Wisconsin High Court Race Is Quieter, With Less Spending
With court majority not at stake turnout in April election expected to be lower.
Mar 15th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
