Third Ward Could Get New Chicken Chain
Korean restaurant Char’d is no more, but owners tease a new business in recent announcement.
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Comptroller’s Audit Finds Little Financial Oversight of Bus System
Muddled governance, lack of financial oversight for MCTS goes back many years.
by Graham Kilmer
Buoyed By Data Center Growth, Milwaukee Company Adding New Plant
Manufacturer of backup power systems plans second plant that will add 50 jobs.
by Jeramey Jannene
The Return of Milwaukee Dumpling Fest
More than a dozen chefs and restaurants set to participate in fourth annual fest.
Jun 5th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
State Reaches $3.75 Million Settlement in Prison Inmate’s Death
Family sued after Donald Maier died in Wausau prison due to malnutrition.
Jun 5th, 2026 by Andrew Kennard, Wisconsin Examiner
Trump’s $425 Million Coal Push Could Impact Wisconsin
Madison-based Alliant Energy hopes to extend life of two coal-powered plants.
Jun 5th, 2026 by Paul Kiefer
Barnes Touts Statewide Experience in Run for Governor
Politics is a challenging 'endurance sport,' says best known Democrat running for governor.
Jun 5th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
New Film Celebrates Milwaukee LGBTQ+ Trailblazers
Documentary 'Beacons of Brew City' reaches across generations in LGBTQ+ community.
Jun 5th, 2026 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio
Sewerage Commission Considering Audit of Veolia
Common Ground will support audit if independent and released before new contract approved.
Jun 5th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Tyco, Johnson Controls Agree to $10 Million PFAS Settlement
Evers, Kaul hail it as one of most important environmental settlements in state history.
Jun 5th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Restaurants Go Halal For Annual Restaurant Week
Halal dining event returns June 5 through 14.
Jun 5th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Mayor Launches ‘Trusted Messengers’ Program
New nonprofit would provide 'civic information,' connecting citizens to supportive services.
Jun 5th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Bay View Affordable Housing Proposal Faces Uncertain Future
Neighborhood concerns, funding gap and tight timeline could imperil Austin Commons.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
A Weekend of Festivals and Parades
Including PrideFest, Metal Fest, Highland Games and Fiesta Puerto Rico.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Michael Holloway
Child Marriage With Parental Consent Is Still Legal in Wisconsin
297 teens aged 16 and 17 got married in last decade. Republicans oppose bill to change this.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Gus Pirlot
Convention Center CEO Faces Pivotal Vote After Office Is Emptied Out
Wisconsin Center District board schedules 'action item' on employment of CEO Marty Brooks.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Bay View Piggly Wiggly Unveils Renovation
Multimillion-dollar project includes aesthetic updates, revised layout and expanded inventory.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Kirk Bangstad, Brett Hulsey, Others Fall Short of Ballot Requirements
333 people in state filed nomination papers. Some lacked enough signatures to run.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
City Will Pay Family of Woman Run Over By Police Vehicle
But council member objects to morality of state law capping payout at $250,000.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Southside Bar Eyes New Location
Dulce Diabla plans bar, dance club and sit-down dining for building in Muskego Way neighborhood.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Some Wisconsin Communities Dropping Flock Surveillance
Citing privacy concerns, Dane County, Appleton, Oshkosh, 4 other communities drop contracts.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
President Trump Coming to Wisconsin
Visiting state on Friday to campaign for Wisconsin Republicans like Tom Tiffany.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Richelle Wilson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Francesca Hong Sued Over Credit Card Debts
Campaign of Democratic candidate for governor say debt arose from business expenses.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Alderman Complains of ‘Parking Chaos’ at Delivery-Focused Food Hall
'It's a zoo outside Paper Table,' complains neighboring business. Alders divided on issue.
Jun 4th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
US Postal Service Proposes Big Changes for Mail-In Voting
But WI Elections Commission members say proposal may not survive legal challenges.
Jun 3rd, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Judge Listens to Arguments As Dugan Case is Reopened
Dugan case descends into arguments over the interpretation of a single word.
Jun 3rd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Funding Approved For 709 New Affordable Apartments in Milwaukee
Eight projects in town win state tax credits, from Downtown to the central city.
Jun 3rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Supreme Court Revisits Recusal Rules
Will hear from members of public. Current rules were written by a business lobby.
Jun 3rd, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
