The Slippery Ethics of Bob Donovan
Shadowed by questions, the Assembly Republican and former alderman keeps winning.
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6 Districts Will Decide Which Party Controls Wisconsin Assembly
Republicans have had a majority since 2011. Democrats must flip 5 seats to take control.
by Corrinne Hess, Hope Kirwan, and Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
State Regulators Approve Two New Natural Gas Plants
Both in southern Wisconsin. One will become second largest of 29 gas plants in the state.
by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Lt Governor Race Offers Stark Contrasts
Democrat Sarah Godlewski and Republican David Varnam are very different candidates.
Oct 19th, 2026 by Steven Walters
11 Claims About the Candidates for WI Governor — And the Facts
With candidates debate coming soon, lots of false claims being made.
Oct 19th, 2026 by Tom Kertscher
In Wisconsin’s 1st District, After Easy Wins, Steil Faces Tough Challenge
Former corporate lawyer faces attacks on his record by ER nurse Mitchell Berman.
Oct 19th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
ACLU Wisconsin Sues Over Warrantless Use of Flock Cameras
Seeks state Supreme Court ruling on camera surveillance of all citizens driving cars.
Oct 19th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Pfister’s Mason Street Grill Is Splendidly Historic
Elegant with oh-so-fancy restrooms. But happy hour is a cheap way to drink like king.
Oct 18th, 2026 by Michael Horne
How to Build a More Equitable Congestion Pricing System
All the city news you can use.
Oct 18th, 2026 by Jeff Wood
No Kings Events Across Wisconsin Push to Get Out the Vote
March in Madison among dozens in state promoting voting early for November election.
Oct 18th, 2026 by Deneen Smith, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Oct 18th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Wisconsin Retirees See Social Security Boost in 2027
But will inflation leave them with less in real dollars?
Oct 17th, 2026 by Royce Podeszwa, Wisconsin Public Radio
A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Oct 17th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Zoo’s New Parking System Is a Success
Project was pricey, but result is safer, faster, more pleasant system for visitors.
Oct 17th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Democrats Outraise GOP Incumbents in Two Key Wisconsin House Districts
Reps Van Orden and Steil face stiff opposition from Cooke and Berman in 3rd and 1st districts.
Oct 17th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Republican Incumbent Tony Wied Faces Challenger in 8th Congressional District
Democratic Army veteran Rick Crosson ties Wied to Trump and stock trading.
Oct 17th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
October 17, 2026
See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
Oct 17th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
New Buffalo Wild Wings for Northwest Side
But don’t expect to eat at the restaurant.
Oct 16th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
State Data Center NDAs Far More Extensive Than Public Knew
WEDC signed at least five secrecy pacts on billion-dollar AI projects, some nearly two years before residents were told.
Oct 16th, 2026 by Tom Kertscher
Does Wisconsin Really Need New Gas Plants?
We Energies saddling ratepayers with decades of fossil-fuel infrastructure.
Oct 16th, 2026 by John Imes
Elections Commission Says Federal Agents Should Not Be at Polling Places
Commission adopts guidance for local clerks: call lawyers if federal agents show up on election day.
Oct 16th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Brewers Win World Series Berth
The Brewers have not played in the World Series since the team's historic run in 1982.
Oct 16th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Unique Fusion Spot Planned for North Teutonia Avenue
New restaurant proposed tacos, tequila and soul food.
Oct 16th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
Buried Power Line Subject of Lawsuit Around New Office Building
Moede family files suit against We Energies, alleges easement does not match line location.
Oct 16th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Walker’s Point Carriage Factory Turned Coffee Hub Listed for $2.5 Million
Fully leased 524 S. 2nd St. offers rental income on prime southside street.
Oct 16th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Wins $218 Million Grant To Extend Hiawatha To Madison
Hiawatha West project would extend existing Amtrak service to Pewaukee, Watertown and Madison.
Oct 16th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Manpower Announces New CEO, Only Fifth In Its History
Becky Frankiewicz will succeed Jonas Prising at the Milwaukee-based company.
Oct 15th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Sheriff Will Replace Flock With Other Cameras
Sheriff Denita Ball finds a new vendor after county board bans Flock.
Oct 15th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
