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Fiserv Forum Tips Off Bucks Season With New Food And Drink Lineup
Arena leans into viral trends, chef-curated handhelds and playful keepsakes.
Republicans Attack Crowley Over Wife’s Nonprofit Work
Tiffany pounces on story by much-criticized publication founded by Tucker Carlson.
154-Year-Old Milwaukee Company Returns To City
DHI Corp. relocates its headquarters from Mequon to former Milwaukee Film office.
Members Only: Get Free Tickets to Present Music
Members can get 2 free tickets worth $76 to 'Forty Something!' concert and party, while supplies last.
Unlikely Sweet and Savory Combo Coming to Bay View
3rd Street Market Hall favorite brings wings and loaded fries to doughnut bar this fall.
Back in the News: The Slippery Ethics of Bob Donovan
Shadowed by questions, the Assembly Republican and former alderman keeps winning.
6 Districts Will Decide Which Party Controls Wisconsin Assembly
Republicans have had a majority since 2011. Democrats must flip 5 seats to take control.
State Regulators Approve Two New Natural Gas Plants
Both in southern Wisconsin. One will become second largest of 29 gas plants in the state.
The State of Politics: Lt Governor Race Offers Stark Contrasts
Democrat Sarah Godlewski and Republican David Varnam are very different candidates.
11 Claims About the Candidates for WI Governor — And the Facts
With candidates debate coming soon, lots of false claims being made.
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.
ACLU Wisconsin Sues Over Warrantless Use of Flock Cameras
Seeks state Supreme Court ruling on camera surveillance of all citizens driving cars.
Sponsored: Early Music Now Opens Its 40th Season in Style
Relic Ensemble opens Early Music Now’s 40th anniversary season with instrumental music from The Blood of the Rose, the first opera ever produced in the New World. This 12-piece chamber group is on its first North American tour, bringing Baroque music from 18th-century Peru to Milwaukee on Saturday, October 24th at…
Bar Exam: 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.
Urban Reads: How to Build a More Equitable Congestion Pricing System
All the city news you can use.
No Kings Events Across Wisconsin Push to Get Out the Vote
March in Madison among dozens in state promoting voting early for November election.
Sponsored: Early Music Now Opens Its 40th Season in Style
Relic Ensemble opens Early Music Now’s 40th anniversary season with instrumental music from The Blood of the Rose, the first opera ever produced in the New World. This 12-piece chamber group is on its first North American tour, bringing Baroque music from 18th-century Peru to Milwaukee on Saturday, October 24th at…
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Wisconsin Retirees See Social Security Boost in 2027
But will inflation leave them with less in real dollars?
Members Only: A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
MKE County: Zoo’s New Parking System Is a Success
Project was pricey, but result is safer, faster, more pleasant system for visitors.
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.
Republican Incumbent Tony Wied Faces Challenger in 8th Congressional District
Democratic Army veteran Rick Crosson ties Wied to Trump and stock trading.
Weekly News Quiz: October 17, 2026
See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
Sponsored: Early Music Now Opens Its 40th Season in Style
Relic Ensemble opens Early Music Now’s 40th anniversary season with instrumental music from The Blood of the Rose, the first opera ever produced in the New World. This 12-piece chamber group is on its first North American tour, bringing Baroque music from 18th-century Peru to Milwaukee on Saturday, October 24th at…
New Buffalo Wild Wings for Northwest Side
But don’t expect to eat at the restaurant.
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.
Sponsored: Early Music Now Opens Its 40th Season in Style
Relic Ensemble opens Early Music Now’s 40th anniversary season with instrumental music from The Blood of the Rose, the first opera ever produced in the New World. This 12-piece chamber group is on its first North American tour, bringing Baroque music from 18th-century Peru to Milwaukee on Saturday, October 24th at…
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.
Brewers Win World Series Berth
The Brewers have not played in the World Series since the team's historic run in 1982.
Unique Fusion Spot Planned for North Teutonia Avenue
New restaurant proposed tacos, tequila and soul food.
Op Ed: Does Wisconsin Really Need New Gas Plants?
We Energies saddling ratepayers with decades of fossil-fuel infrastructure.
Buried Power Line Subject of Lawsuit Around New Office Building
Moede family files suit against We Energies, alleges easement does not match line location.
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.
Wisconsin Wins $218 Million Grant To Extend Hiawatha To Madison
Hiawatha West project would extend existing Amtrak service to Pewaukee, Watertown and Madison.
Manpower Announces New CEO, Only Fifth In Its History
Becky Frankiewicz will succeed Jonas Prising at the Milwaukee-based company.
MKE County: Sheriff Will Replace Flock With Other Cameras
Sheriff Denita Ball finds a new vendor after county board bans Flock.
Murphy’s Law: Tom Tiffany Loves Trump
His love fest with the president now haunts his run for governor.
Brett Favre, Tom Tiffany And The Battle For Waukesha County
At a Hunter Nation rally, Republicans lean on celebrity, culture wars and hunting issues to boost turnout.
New Bar Planned for Lindsay Heights
April Juett bought the 120-year-old building last year.
Transportation: MCTS Reports Rising Fare Collection
Ridership is down, but more passengers are paying.
Can Fred Clark Flip Wisconsin’s Deep-Red 7th Congressional District?
The former legislator bets on cross-party appeal against Trump-endorsed Michael Alfonso in a longtime GOP seat.
Members-Only Social Club, Bar Proposed Above Downtown Club
Dehne brothers propose a two-story private social club and bar concept.
Retired Pro Athlete, Realtor Bet On Bay View Building
With zoning now updated, the Walls hope to rehab a rundown tavern near Humboldt Park.
Tiffany, Crowley Split On How To Fix Wisconsin’s Wildlife Funding Gap
Dueling governor campaigns offer different paths as hatcheries close and costs outpace fees.
$80 Million Air Cargo Center Takes Off At Mitchell Airport
New 337,000-square-foot facility could quadruple Milwaukee’s air freight traffic and add hundreds of jobs.
Microsoft Shrinks Data Center Count, Grows Footprint In Mount Pleasant
Village planners back a revised plan with fewer buildings but more than 5.8 million square feet of space.
Weekend Preview: Boo at the Zoo, Pow Wow at the Baird Center
Plus: Motoberfest and Paracon
Low-Waste Store Planned For Riverwest
Stevens Point business plans a second location in former co-op grocery store.
New Townhomes Planned For Bay View
Development by F Street Group would be built on border with Harbor District.
Meet the Urban Cat Coalition
Non-profit which addresses city's stray cats will host grand opening at its new home.
K-12 Education: MPS Will Have Certified Teacher in Every Classroom
No vacancies for first time in years. Consolidation of some classes brings protests.
Buttery Biscuits to Make Debut in Walker’s Point
Farmers market favorite will bring small-batch Southern-style biscuits to new store.
Absentee Ballots Mailed to Wisconsin Clerks Down 30% Compared to 2022
Officials cite loss of faith in U.S. Postal Service. In-person absentee voting expected to rise.
Rogers Behavioral Health Charged with Labor Law Violations
NLRB complaint that six union supporters were fired will go before Milwaukee judge.
DNR Has Planted 50 Million Trees in Wisconsin
Gov. Evers executive order called for planting 100 million trees by 2030.
Report Finds Pilot Error Led to Tom Tiffany Plane Crash
Investigators found one fuel tank empty, but others full. Pilot admits mistake.
Cooke Seeks Rural Votes to Flip Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District
Trump administration policies have made it harder for incumbent Rep. Van Orden.
Crowley Calls for AI, Social Media Regulation
Democratic candidate for governor's 11-point plan targets addictive social media, AI scams.
Milwaukee, Racine, Kenosha Train Awaits Federal Funding
Commuter rail plan advancing, could serve numerous cities, connect to Chicago Metra line.
Reports of Violence Lead to Northwest Side Bar’s Suspension
10 squad cars were needed to handle one brawl that led to a shooting.
Redevelopment Plans Revealed For Site of 100,000 Parts
Developer working on library redevelopment plots new apartment complex on Kinnickinnic.
MKE County: Sheriff Announces Pause in Jail Tablet Messaging
Sheriff follows County Executive David Crowley's lead on politically charged tablet issue.
Back in the News: Wisconsin Has Nation’s 4th Highest Hospital Prices
The highest in Midwest and 26% higher than Illinois. Report looks at why, how to fix it.
Common Council Rejects Food Truck’s Appeal of Suspension
El Pastorcito Mixe disobeyed 10-day suspension, must now shut down for 20 days.
MPS French Immersion School Parents Protest Reduced Staff, Classes
Officials cite lower enrollment in school's K4 classrooms.
Council Members Want To Bill MPS For City Attorney’s Time
Statute requires Milwaukee to provide legal services to MPS, but not who should pay.
State Treasurer Candidates Call for Responsible State Spending
But incumbent Republican John Leiber and Democrat Yee Leng Xiong disagree on how.
Republican US Rep. Glenn Grothman, 71, Faces Three Opponents
Democrat Brad Smith says it's time for a 'new voice' in race for 6th Congressional District.
Council Unanimously Approves Data Center Moratorium
Milwaukee is hitting pause on any centers, with goal of creating 'right regulatory rules.'
MKE County: Parks Finishes Road-to-Trail in Wauwatosa
Trail expands county bike trails, reduces pavement and costs.
Just How Conservative Is Tom Tiffany?
A consistent record — with a nasty edge —in state and federal politics.
Attorney General Kaul Defends His Handling of Crime, Drug Investigators
Republican challenger Eric Toney seizes on comments by Red Cliff tribal chairwoman.
Proposed New York Style Pizzeria Back on Track
After building purchase finalized, owner says licensing and renovations underway.
Enbridge Says Another Fire Destroys Drill Rig on Line 5 Project
Company says the blaze is second major act of vandalism on northern Wisconsin project.
Murphy’s Law: Top Republican Has Turned on Donald Trump
R.J. Johnson, longtime Republican consultant, condemns raid on Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home.
WI Secretary of State Campaign All About Office’s Duties — or Lack Thereof
Should it oversee elections? Three candidates for position disagree.
Law Firm Moving to Haymarket Area
One of Midwest's leading minority-owned firms finds new home.
MKE County: County Covers Flock Cameras
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley signs resolution barring Flock in parks.
Milwaukee’s Overnight Parking Permits Suddenly Selling Faster
City's war on habitual parking violators having unintended consequences?
Viral Pizza Pop-Up Is a Hit, Chef Seeks Solo Storefront
Experienced chef who's appeared on Food Network finds success in Riverwest.
Have It Your Way? New Burger King Planned For South Side
New location comes as company brings retro-branding to other city restaurants.
EPA Proposes Shifting Oversight of Coal Ash Landfills to Wisconsin Regulators
Wisconsin has 6 active landfills. Will shift mean less oversight of water pollution?
The State of Politics: Will Fox Valley Voters Disappoint Democrats?
Often critical in deciding state elections, it's swung for Republicans in last 20 years.
Blighted South-Side Building Will Become New Cafe
New Halo Cafe will brighten street in Historic Mitchell Street Neighborhood.
Will David Crowley’s Pragmatic Record Hurt Him in Race for Governor?
Tiffany, Republicans blame him for problems he inherited as Milwaukee County Executive.
Sponsored: Amorphic Beer Three Minute Thesis All-Stars 2026 Oct 14
Amorphic Beer takes over the main hall at the Oriental Theatre on October 14th to showcase the best 12 presenters of the year in our taproom Three Minute Thesis event. Come learn stuff and laugh at the same time (some of it might not even be true). Eight Amorphic beers on draft in the theatre, doors open at 6. Tickets…
Dining: Mediterranean Cuisine Is a Turkish Delight
Downtown counter-service restaurant is a great place for tasty Turkish fare.
New $245 Million Forensic Science Facility Is a ‘Watershed Moment’
Officials celebrate state-of-the-art facility for county medical examiner and state crime lab.
We Energies Plans Another Natural Gas Plant, This One in Fox Valley
'Rush to build gas plants is fueled by this data center craze,' says environmental group.
Sponsored: Amorphic Beer Three Minute Thesis All-Stars 2026 Oct 14
Amorphic Beer takes over the main hall at the Oriental Theatre on October 14th to showcase the best 12 presenters of the year in our taproom Three Minute Thesis event. Come learn stuff and laugh at the same time (some of it might not even be true). Eight Amorphic beers on draft in the theatre, doors open at 6. Tickets…
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Weekly News Quiz: October 10, 2026
See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
Bird of Hope For Peace Unveiled at City Hall
New rotunda installation by internationally known Slovenian artist offers lacy beauty.
Classical: A Bucket List of String Quartets
Philomusica Quartet performs three must-hear works by Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore Campaigns for Crowley in Wisconsin
Chair of the National Governors Association stumps state for Democrat.
Walnut Way Secures $1.1 Million to Fund Community Solar Project
'Power is an asset, and that’s what we’re looking to own here.'
Members Only: A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
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