Murphy’s Law: Is Wisconsin Now a Blue State?
So says Tommy Thompson. But he’s dead wrong.
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Havenwoods State Forest Offers New ‘Braille Trail’
Nature trail in Milwaukee state park designed for those with blindness or low vision.
La Caribena Launches New All-Day, All-You-Can-Eat Buffet
Why settle for one Caribbean dish when you can try several?
Potawatomi Plans to Test Milwaukee’s Data Center Moratorium
Tribe-owned entity seeks 59,000-square-foot expansion of west side data center.
Audit of Sewerage District Finds Problems
Outside audit finds MMSD operates under capacity, with staffing, maintenance issues.
School Referendums Seeking More Funds Get More Challenging
Just 55% passed in November election compared to 70% in 2024, 80% in 2022.
The State of Politics: For First Time in 18 Years, Democrats Control Budget Process
Which legislators will serve on two key committees deciding how to spend $114 billion?
7 Things to Watch as Democrats Take Control of Wisconsin State Government
Lots of changes, new appointments, key elections coming.
Gov. Evers Joins Criminal Justice Advocates at Gala
Praise for governor's commutations and calls for more criminal justice reforms.
Soil Wine Company is Taking Root On King Drive
New wine bar and bottle shop will spotlight BIPOC producers and global wine traditions.
After Cyberattack, Rural Washburn County Upping Security
Multiple cyberattacks have hit Wisconsin cities and counties in last two years.
Milwaukee Smashes Cruise Ship Traffic Records
Visits, total passengers both way up despite delay of new cruise dock.
Sponsored – Three B’s: Beethoven, Bartók & Brahms
Three giants of the repertoire—Beethoven, Bartók, and Brahms—come together in a program spanning more than a century of musical innovation, passion, and extraordinary chamber music.
Dining: Paloma Taco & Tequila Has Both in Abundance
Good food, extensive drinks menu and dogs welcome.
Wisconsin State Trooper Detained By ICE
Immigrant from South Africa was held in Dodge County, but will be released from custody.
Wisconsin’s Election Went Smoothly, But Dems Have Plans for Reform
A nonpartisan, independent system to draw fair maps among the goals discussed.
Sponsored – Three B’s: Beethoven, Bartók & Brahms
Three giants of the repertoire—Beethoven, Bartók, and Brahms—come together in a program spanning more than a century of musical innovation, passion, and extraordinary chamber music.
Senate Republicans Choose Sen. Julian Bradley as Minority Leader
New Berlin senator is a former realtor and professional wrestler.
Regulators Scale Back Rate Hikes for We Energies, Wisconsin Public Service
'They did some things the PSC has been reluctant to do in the past.'
Meet The Entrepreneurs Behind The Chai Company
Giveaways, storytelling and unique videos power the Pawer brothers mobile cafe business.
Weekly News Quiz: November 8, 2026
See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Members Only: A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Show Time: Milwaukee Art Museum Mines Unique Vein of Photography
Exhibition captures four eras of American mining photography, from 19th century to today.
Dane County Moves Forward With Body Cams For Sheriff’s Deputies
Supervisors back $3 million in 2027 funding as officials promise public input on policy.
Urban Reads: How to Stop Big Tech’s Takeover of Our Streets
All the city news you can use.
Biggest Milwaukee Home Sales – Oct 31 to Nov 6, 2026
Tracking the biggest sales in the past week.
Name Revealed For Milwaukee’s New Pro Football Team
Name pays tribute to legendary Milwaukee County Zoo gorilla. Former Green Bay Packers players will lead coaching staff.
Wisconsin Farm And Forestry Exports Hit Record
Despite tariffs, 2026 sales top $2 billion as losses in China and Canada offset elsewhere.
MKE County: Board Adopts $1.5 Billion Budget, After Dealing With Accounting Error
Supervisors kill key parking policy.
Council Rewrites Mayor’s Budget, Setting Up Potential Veto Fight
Employee raises, public utility study, library hours and street repairs among changes. Property taxes rise slightly.
Three Winter Farmers Markets You Don’t Want to Miss
An end to warm weather doesn't mean an end to buying local.
Governor-Elect Crowley Eyes Bold Agenda, Warns Against Overreach
With full Democratic control, Crowley says success hinges on delivering, not spiking the ball.
$2 An Hour Or 2%? Council Rewrites City Worker Pay Plan
Proposal targets lowest paid employees, but brings wage compression and higher long-term costs.
3M’s PFAS Deal Promises Cash, But Not Clean Water, For Wisconsin Families
Settlement covers medical injuries from toxic foam, while property damage and local cleanup remain unresolved in court.
First Wisconsin School District Dissolution In 36 Years Approved
Boundary board vote ends 175 years of Hustisford schools amid funding and enrollment woes.
Council Approves $1.35 Million to Study We Energies Takeover
Unanimous vote advances effort to create publicly owned electric utility.
Residents Asked To Help Reimagine Burnham Canal Wetland
MMSD seeks public input Nov. 10 as it moves from pollution cleanup to wetland design in Menomonee Valley.
House Once At Center of Historic Preservation Fight For Sale
And with a seven-figure price tag.
Unity in the Community Will Serve Up Global Food, Music and Dance
Milwaukee Public Library celebration spotlights cultural diversity with free indoor tastings from a Milwaukee chef, arts activities and performances.
Weekend Preview: Trains, Raptors and Vegans
And don't miss the 'The Great Junk Hunt.'
Infant Death Tied To Measles Outbreak In Southwest Wisconsin
State reports first measles-associated death in more than 30 years amid 431 cases statewide.
MKE County: County Software Error Creates $4.6 Million Budget Hole
Crowley administration leaves supervisors in the dark about major fiscal problem, again.
Zamarripa Has Unfinished Business at City Hall, Big Plans for State Office
Plus: Two potential successors have already emerged for her aldermanic seat.
Legislative Democrats Outline Agenda For First Wisconsin Trifecta In 16 Years
Neubauer and Hesselbein eye school funding, abortion access and more with new legislative power.
He Will Be Wisconsin’s First Black Governor. That Is Not His Focus.
Crowley discusses the real milestones he wants in first public appearance after election.
Public Safety Referendums Mostly Fail At Wisconsin Ballot Box
Measures to boost police, fire and EMS staffing are rejected in multiple communities amid levy limits and rising costs.
Tommy Thompson Declares Wisconsin A Blue State After Democratic Sweep
Former GOP governor joins Jim Doyle in assessing a blue wave and advising Gov.-elect Crowley.
Board Chair Marcelia Nicholson-Bovell Will Run for County Executive
Nicholson-Bovell becomes acting county executive once Crowley resigns, will run for office in special election.
Crowley Puts Affordability First As Governor-Elect
In first appearance since election night, emphasizing 'working families and their quality of life.'
Democratic US Reps Gwen Moore, Mark Pocan Cruised to Victory
Moore will serve for her 12th term, Pocan for his eighth term.
Tony Wied Wins Reelection in 8th Congressional District
Republican easily wins second term to Green Bay-area district.
In 6th Congressional District, Grothman Reelected in 5-Way Contest
Veteran Republican faced Democrat, Green Party member and two independents.
How A Pasta Dish Turned Into $2,000 Boost For Milwaukee Fire Families
Glorioso’s and Fire Department partner again to support Ignite the Spirit-Milwaukee nonprofit.
Heirloom MKE Plans Upscale Dinner By Top Chef to Help the Hungry
Five-course Bay View event elevates modest ingredients while aiding a local food nonprofit.
In One Meeting, Council Rejects, Then Approves Homeland Security Grant. Why?
An unusual closed session; Trump administration makes routine public safety grants a tricky issue.
Murphy’s Law: 21 Election Winners and Losers
Beyond the ballots, here are the insiders, groups and trends that also won or lost.
9 Things You Might Not Know About Gov.-Elect David Crowley
Wisconsin’s next governor has a very Milwaukee back story, complete with a football career.
Michael Alfonso Wins Northern Wisconsin District, Will Be Youngest House Rep
Republican is son-in-law to Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, who once held same seat.
Wisconsin Democrats Exuberant, Ride Historic Blue Wave Into Power
Democrats celebrate Crowley win and first trifecta in state government in nearly two decades.
Voters Return Fitzgerald to Congress
U.S. Rep easily wins reelection to fourth term in the House.
Trevor Jung Flips Key State Senate Seat for Democrats
Racine Democrat defeats Jim Croft to replace longtime Republican Sen. Van Wanggaard.
Democrat Mitchell Berman Defeats US Rep. Bryan Steil, Flips Wisconsin House Seat
GOP incumbent loses. Berman will be the first Democrat to serve 1st District in 3 decades.
Democrat Rebecca Cooke Defeats GOP Rep. Derrick Van Orden in Key House Race
Southwestern Wisconsin district was among the most closely watched in nation.
Yee Leng Xiong Defeats Incumbent John Lieber in Race for State Treasurer
Xiong, a Democrat, is the first Hmong American in the nation to be elected to statewide office.
Ben Brist Defeats Longtime Milwaukee Politician Bob Donovan
Democrats win pivotal race in southwest Milwaukee County, helping to flip Assembly.
Robyn Vining Flips Senate Seat in Milwaukee Suburbs
Her victory helps Democrats win control of state Senate for first time since 2010
Zamarripa Wins Secretary of State Race
Zamarripa becomes Wisconsin's first Latina elected to statewide office. A special election will be needed to replace her on the Common Council.
Bukiewicz Picks Up Critical Assembly Seat for Democrats
Oak Creek Mayor Dan Bukiewicz flips Republican district on south side of Milwaukee County.
Josh Kaul Wins Third Term as Wisconsin Attorney General
Democrat Josh fends off another challenge from Republican Eric Toney.
David Crowley Trumps Tom Tiffany, Wins Gubernatorial Race
Democrats send Milwaukee leader to Madison as next governor, give Democrats control of Legislature.
MPS Loses $450,000 in Fraud Scheme, Announces CFO Change
District has recovered more than half of money. Status of chief financial officer Aycha Sawa is unclear.
Your Right to Know: Public Officials Use of Signal App Erodes Trust
Communications can be completely innocent — or a way to evade public records.
Federal DOJ Sending Election Observers to Wisconsin
State election officials say it's not unusual, DOJ operating as in past elections.
See Construction Progress on MSOE’s New Engineering Center
Also home of university's new AI center, it will be the central academic building on campus.
How Milwaukee’s Absentee Ballots Could Flip the Election
City reports having 59,000 absentee ballots. Here's how they could appear to swing election.
Sherman Perk Cafe Sold
After 25 years, founders pass friendly neighborhood coffee shop to a new owner.
Back in the News: Will Journal Sentinel Concede Errors?
Attorney demands retractions for controversial story about Mandela Barnes. A prelude to suit for damages?
UW System Enrollment Down Slightly This Fall
Decline in international students a key factor. But total enrollment up at UWM.
Former Mentors, Colleagues of Crowley Reflect on His Milwaukee Roots
Remembering the formative years of the Democratic candidate for governor.
Crowley Closes Governor Bid With Union Hall Rally In Milwaukee
The Democrat frames race against Tiffany as fight with billionaires over affordability.
Crowley and Tiffany Make Their Final Pitches in Race for Governor
Polls show Crowley ahead, but Tiffany says it's about turnout. 'We are in striking distance.'
The State of Politics: 2026 Election Has Parallels with 1982
Both were World Series years with a similar roster of election contests.
Green Party Secretary of State Candidate Says Republican Impersonated Him
Complaint filed by Pete Karas says Jay Schroeder sent fake text messages to voters.
Murphy’s Law: Tom Tiffany Has Disqualified Himself for Governor
His attempts to overturn and undermine elections has disqualified him, say business leaders.
Cute Robot’s Successor Planned In Walker’s Point
Just weeks after its closure comes a plan for American comfort food restaurant and tavern.
Weekly News Quiz: November 2, 2026
See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
Report Finds More Care Is Going Unpaid at Wisconsin Hospitals
As health care costs rise, both charity care and bad debt has increased for hospitals.
Did Amazon Violate Wisconsin Voter Law?
Charges that it won't allow Kenosha plant workers to take time off to vote, as required by law.
Crowley and Tiffany Have Very Different Views on Guns and Gun Violence
Tiffany has voted against any gun control proposals, backed expanded concealed carry.
Urban Reads: Want Fewer Traffic Deaths? Start by Reducing How Much We Drive
All the city news you can use.
Campaign Committees Spend Millions in Fight for Wisconsin Legislature
Democratic committees raised more in recent finance reports, but GOP has far more in the bank.
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
As Election Nears, Wisconsin’s In-Person Absentee Ballots Have Surged
Mail-in ballots down, total absentee votes up compared to 2022.
Wisconsin ICE Arrestee’s Case Heads to US Supreme Court
Jaciel Cirrus Rojas of Racine spent nearly 9 months in custody. Is no-bond detention legal?
Members Only: A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
After Nearly Three Years, Kuumba Cafe Sets Closing Date
The health-focused juice and coffee shop on the Beerline Trail will pour its last drinks.
Alabama Vice Chancellor Will Lead UW System
Tonja Johnson is the first person of color to ever lead the system.
8 Great Things We Saw at The Brewers’ Championship Celebration
From karaoke to a walking trophy.
Open Container Law Could Soon Apply to ATVs
As OWI citations for ATVs/UTVs rise, vehicles could soon be under open container restrictions.