Members OnlyA Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
by Urban Milwaukee
Crowley Reenters Governor’s Race With Evers’ Endorsement
Outgoing governor makes dramatic endorsement. Mayor Johnson, others add their backing.
by Graham Kilmer
July 18, 2026
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Jul 18th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
How Paris Grew Cycling by 240% in 5 Years
All the city news you can use.
Jul 18th, 2026 by Jeff Wood
Amani Homeownership TIF Would Add 95 Houses To CDA Pipeline
'Backbone' TIFs will have created 228 homes.
Jul 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City Attorney Rejects Trump Administration’s Demand, Says Milwaukee Will Enforce Mask Ban
Will the Trump administration end up suing Milwaukee?
Jul 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
GOP Spends Big To Define Hong, But Is It Helping Her Instead?
Republican Governors Association ads attack Hong on immigration and policing, as Democrats warn of primary meddling.
Jul 17th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Crowley Will Reenter Race For Governor
A key endorsement could be in the offing.
Jul 17th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Four Pedestrians Killed In One Week As Milwaukee Traffic Deaths Climb Again
Vision Zero leaders and neighbors push for traffic calming, cameras and state law changes after latest crashes.
Jul 17th, 2026 by Jake Dale, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Longtime Soup Restaurant to Close
The Soup Kitchen will shut down its three locations later this month, following eviction notice.
Jul 17th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
SDC Trying To Avoid Losing Building in Foreclosure
City could end up seizing anti-poverty group's property for unpaid taxes and fees.
Jul 17th, 2026 by Meredith Melland, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez Ends Campaign For Governor
From establishment front-runner to out of the race in a week.
Jul 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Food Council Unveils New Strategic Plan
Five-year plan aims to dramatically reshape 19-year-old organization.
Jul 17th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Rise & Grind Shutters Last Cafe
But co-owner hints at plans for the future.
Jul 17th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Southwest Adding Nonstop Service To New City
Southwest adds to list of spring break destinations.
Jul 16th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Acts Housing Earns Important Federal Certification
Designation will allow organization to assist more families become homeowners.
Jul 16th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Megadonors Power Tiffany Bid As Democrats Jockey In Governor Fundraising Race
Uihleins and Hendricks pour more than $6 million into GOP, while Barnes leads crowded Dem field in cash raised.
Jul 16th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Worst Smoke On Record Leaves Wisconsin Residents Gasping For Clean Air
DNR says conditions are “unhealthy for everybody” as Canadian and Minnesota fires fuel haze and ashfall.
Jul 16th, 2026 by Avery Martinez, Wisconsin Public Radio
MMSD’s Record Shows A Clear Path For Milwaukee’s Water Future
Former alderman Michael Murphy argues facts, not rhetoric, should guide the next MMSD contract and reforms.
Jul 16th, 2026 by Michael Murphy
Air Quality Dependent, A Weekend of Fun Awaits
Frida Fest, Armeniasn Fest and Incredible Indian Festival promise a diverse weekend of cultural experiences.
Jul 16th, 2026 by Michael Holloway
New Plan For Mitchell Street Building Once Targeted For Demolition
Third time's the charm for Zuwena Cotton?
Jul 16th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Facing Major Cash Disadvantage, Burgelis Ends Congressional Campaign
Milwaukee alderman drops out-of-district bid, offers to support fundraising leader.
Jul 16th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Prisons Are 5,000 People Over Capacity, Protesters Want Action Now
DOC points to rejected Evers budgets as advocates push for oversight and population cuts.
Jul 16th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Evers Blasts FEMA Over Storm Aid Rejection, Vows To Fight For Funds
Governor says Trump administration is downplaying tornado and flooding damage from April storms.
Jul 16th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Clogged Sewer Pipe May Have Worsened Bay View Flooding
An overflow pipe on Jones Island was recently found to be 'totally blocked.'
Jul 16th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Can Chris Kapenga Win Waukesha County While Snubbing GOP Insiders?
The Republican senator’s bid for county executive tests his anti-tax brand and party relationships.
Jul 16th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Opens First Half of Major Harbor District Riverwalk
But a major gap, a railroad track, separates it from the other half.
Jul 15th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
