Milwaukee Hosting International G20 Trade Meeting
Labor unions and free-trade critics respond to global trade leaders visit to Milwaukee.
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How These Low-Profile Wisconsin Races Could Reshape State Government
From election oversight to fiscal watchdog plans, candidates want more from treasurer and secretary of state offices.
by Brittany Carloni
Camino to Make Short Move in Walker’s Point
Bar and restaurant will take over former fire station.
by Jeramey Jannene
Checotas Lead Record Endowment Boost For Milwaukee Rep Theater
Couple’s challenge gift and 38 matching donors deliver $12.54 million for productions and programs.
Sep 28th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
As Legislators Tiffany, Crowley Had Very Different Goals
A review of the policy proposals each put forward during their time in the Assembly.
Sep 28th, 2026 by Steven Walters
New Plaza Connects Riverwalk, City, Embodies Its Namesake Gary Grunau
Gary P. Grunau Plaza was developed through a complicated and collaborative process, honors civic booster.
Sep 28th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Despite Lawsuit, MMSD Picks New Private Operator
Jacobs would replace Veolia in 2028.
Sep 28th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
DNR Moves To Protect 1,800 Acres Of Langlade County Forest
Conservation easement would safeguard timberlands, trail access and local industry near Antigo.
Sep 28th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
MAM’s New Show Reveals The Ideas Behind Shaker Simplicity
An immersive exhibition pairs historic benches, stoves and textiles with bold contemporary installations.
Sep 28th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
What Can Be Done About America’s Housing Crisis?
All the city news you can use.
Sep 27th, 2026 by Jeff Wood
Finding Balance On Wisconsin’s First Certified Forest Bathing Trail
From stroke recovery to factory burnout, visitors say Tara Lila offers a rare mix of calm and alertness.
Sep 27th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Donation Lets Madison Put Body Cameras On Cops Two Years Early
Mayor now backs department-wide cameras by 2027, after fatal shooting of Corey Ruiz and rising pressure.
Sep 27th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Democrats See Opening In Long-Red Seat Over Data Center Tax Breaks
Rally in River Falls spotlights anger over a $1.6 billion exemption and its GOP author, Shannon Zimmerman.
Sep 27th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
September 27, 2026
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Sep 27th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Sep 27th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Sep 26th, 2026 by Urban Milwaukee
Milwaukee Chef Featured in New Season of Hell’s Kitchen
Il Ponte and Lupi & Iris chef has had rapid climb through the ranks.
Sep 26th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
Frankly Music Explores The Soul of a Nation In Season 23 Kickoff
A narrated portrait of Thomas Jefferson meets Copland’s Appalachian Spring in Monday’s east side concert.
Sep 26th, 2026 by Martha Brown
Food Relief Program for Older Adults Hits Major Milestone
Hunger Task Force and DoorDash mark a milestone in fighting senior food insecurity.
Sep 25th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
Just Art’s Saloon is Coming Down
New owners of legendary dive bar file to raze structure.
Sep 25th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Enbridge Puts $15 Million Price Tag On Massive Line 5 Gas Leak
Federal filing details emergency response, property damage and cleanup costs in Iron County spill.
Sep 25th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
New ‘Building Bronzeville’ Exhibition Connects Black Art, Power And Everyday Life
Exhibition reveals how Black artists in Milwaukee organized, published and created during the Black Arts Movement.
Sep 25th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
MPS Walks A Tightrope On School Discipline and Civil Rights
District efforts to cut suspensions for Black and Brown students now face a Title VI investigation by the Trump administration.
Sep 25th, 2026 by Terry Falk
Another Inmate Charged With Witness Intimidation Using Jail Tablet
After becoming issue in governor's race, tablets again involved in witness intimidation.
Sep 25th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Underly Calls For School Funding Overhaul, Conservatives Say Money Not The Issue
State of Education speech sparks clash over whether Wisconsin schools need more cash or more reform.
Sep 25th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
New Cafe and Cocktail Concept Planned for Bronzeville
'People are trying to build up the Bronzeville neighborhood and I want to be a part of that,' says owner.
Sep 25th, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
Tom Tiffany Campaign Blocks Journal Sentinel Reporter From Event
Move against veteran reporter in Milwaukee follows Trump ban on national outlets at White House.
Sep 25th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Peggy Williams-Smith Given CEO Post at Wisconsin Center District
Visit CEO will lead WCD on interim basis, for now. Omar Shaikh elected board chair.
Sep 25th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
