Second Recall Effort Aimed At Robin Vos
Driven by same organizers behind first recall attempt, who appeared to be short of required signatures.
Read the full story by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio...Cirque du Soleil and Charlie Berens Come to Town
And it's great week for sour beers. And of course, Egg Day!
by Michael HollowayKorean Noodle Shop Opens in Third Ward
Sinabro softly opened last week, serving dumplings, noodles, cocktails and much more.
by Sophie BolichOnly 10 of State’s 56 Races for Circuit Court Judge Are Contested
Just one of 12 judges in Milwaukee County face an opponent on April ballot.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerGranholm Touts ‘Investing In America’ Initiative On Milwaukee Visit
Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm cites impact on Milwaukee, three area companies.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich85 School Districts Asking Voters for $1.4 Billion Funding
April ballot referendums driven by rising costs and inadequate state funding, officials say.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerUW Campuses Plan In-State Tuition Hike
Proposed 3.75% raise comes after 5% this year. Board of Regents must approve it.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Corri Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioCrowley Vetoes Big Salary Hikes for Elected Officials
36% pay hikes passed by board are 'unprecedented and irresponsible,' Crowley chides.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Graham KilmerEvers Signs Bills Addressing Judges’ Safety and Human Sex Trafficking
29 bills signed by governor also address school safety and crime victims.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerHomelessness Increasing in Milwaukee
Began rising during pandemic and has continued since then, new report finds.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Graham KilmerCounty Offering $2.8 Million For Opioid Addiction Programs
Awarding grants for addiction prevention, harm reduction, treatment and recovery.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Graham KilmerVos Recall Organizers Ask Dane County Judge For More Time
Lawsuit by Vos says they lack enough signatures. Recall group seeks delay until Supreme Court decides which district voting map applies.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioMilwaukee Yacht Club Worth $2.28 Million
But is it really the oldest yacht club on Lake Michigan?
Mar 27th, 2024 by Michael HorneState’s Utilities Agree to Union Labor for Clean Energy Projects
Four utilities, including Milwaukee's WEC Energy Group, signing agreement with unions.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerRep. Gallagher’s Supporters Chide ‘Grifters’ Backing His Expulsion
GOP division as Marjorie Taylor Greene pushes House Speaker to expel Gallagher.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioHow Partisan Divide on Education Hurts State
Some schools with poor students have success. Why aren't we learning from that?
Mar 27th, 2024 by Bruce ThompsonBuffalo Boss Exits Sherman Phoenix
Hot wings restaurant will prioritize its standalone location on Near West Side.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Sophie BolichAssociated Press Will Decline in Wisconsin
Decision by Gannett and McClatchey to drop AP will reduce state news coverage.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Bruce MurphyWisconsin Uses Millions of Tons of Salt
Polluting our land and water and increasing Lake Michigan's salinity. First story in a series.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Michael TimmState Supreme Court Dismisses Amazon Claim That Drivers Aren’t Employees
Decision means delivery giant owes more than $200,000 in unemployment taxes.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioHeart Disease Killed Woman Whose Death Led to Milwaukee 911 Policy Change
Jolene Waldref died in January after calling 911 from bus stop in sub-zero weather.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Deneen Smith, Wisconsin Public RadioMilwaukee Film Festival Returns in April
2024 festival will feature 300 films over 15 days, running from April 11 through 25.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Sophie BolichNo More Free Boat Slips for Police
Board ends agreement with city and MPD tied to 1995 grant for McKinley Marina.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Graham KilmerWhy Is North Point Parking Lot Closed?
County Parks closing popular lakefront lot to reconstruct shoreline stone barrier.
Mar 26th, 2024 by Graham KilmerFreese’s Opens at Public Market
Venerable local candy shop will feature its signature fairy food, plus ice cream and roasted nuts at Third Ward hub.
Mar 26th, 2024 by Sophie BolichLawsuit Charges MPS Principal Abused First Grader for Having Gay Parents
Milwaukee Public Schools administration, school board took no action, federal suit claims.
Mar 26th, 2024 by Corri Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioThird Ward’s Saffron Debuts New Menu
Modern Indian restaurant refreshes food and drink offerings with dozens of new items.
Mar 26th, 2024 by Sophie BolichApril Voters Will Weigh In on School Culture Wars
Activist school board members in Cudahy, Waukesha and other suburbs up for reelection.
Mar 26th, 2024 by Corri Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio