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.
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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.
MKE County: Supervisors Vote Down Amendment That Would Have Saved Millions In Drug Costs
Sup. Shawn Rolland proposed amendment to increase cost for popular weight loss drug.
Brewers Bring The Party Downtown, With Bob Uecker Watching Over It All
Parade route bends around the new Uecker mural as players, fans and former stars share a day they call unforgettable.
70 School Districts Seek $1.6B The Referendums Nov. 3
Declining enrollment, inflation squeezing education budgets.
Wisconsin’s Lieutenant Governor Race Flies Under The Radar
Godlewski and Varnam are on the top of the ticket, but many voters know little about the job they seek.
New Bartolotta Concept Takes Off at Milwaukee Airport
The airport’s latest local dining option features Italian classics, Wisconsin beers and signature cocktails.
Deported Oshkosh Teacher Slept On Concrete, Husband Says, As ICE Revises Story
Federal officials first said she was still in custody; a later statement confirmed she had already been removed to Costa Rica.
Finance Committee Wraps Budget Amendment Day After Nearly 12 Hours of Debate
Fire trucks, raises and a We Energies replacement study dominate discussion.
MCTS Running Extra Brewers Parade Buses
MCTS adding extra buses to five routes dropping riders within walking distance of parade route.
Florida Pays Up on World Series Bet, Sending 20 Pallets of Orange Juice to Milwaukee
Fans can collect on their way to celebration Friday.
Superior Gas Plant Plan Abandoned After Indigenous, Environmental Opposition
Fond du Lac Band and advocates raised alarms over pollution, wetlands and a cemetery holding tribal ancestors near the site.
Weekend Preview: Plenty of Treats, No Tricks
A parade, a party and a rare bird market.
New Restaurant Planned Along Third Ward Riverfront
European-inspired brunch restaurant seeks city approval.
As SDC Falters, City of Milwaukee Becomes Latest To Walk Away
City removes its commissioner amid concerns over governance, transparency and leadership gaps.
Murphy’s Law: Should Voters Reduce Governor’s Veto Power?
It will create a more democratic system no matter which party controls the governor’s chair.
Tiffany, Crowley Split On Future of Green Bay, Waupun Prisons
Gubernatorial hopefuls outline starkly different approaches to closing and rebuilding aging prisons.
A Stronger Milwaukee Starts With Strong Local Journalism
And we need you to build that strong Milwaukee.
Brewers End 56-Year Wait With Dominant World Series Win
After sweeping the Dodgers and toppling the Rays, Milwaukee celebrates.
Dimitrijevic’s Budget Amendment Restores Library Hours, City Worker Pay
Proposal would give raises to some workers, reduce parking fee hike and fund hiring incentives.
Food Ingredient Company Completes $26 Million Expansion, Adds 110 Jobs
St. Francis-based Wixon triples size of Milwaukee plant.
MKE County: County Seeks Private Business to Run Park Operation
Push for parks revenue from various services involves large park with dormant pavilion.
Show Time: What We Talk About When We Dance
Milwaukee choreographer explores language loss in 'Ghost Tongue, Mother Tongue."
How Wisconsin’s Governor Candidates Would Address Criminal Justice Issues
Flock cameras, overcrowded prisons and commutations for prisoners are key issues.
Council Moves to Take Control Of Police Department Use of Flock Cameras
'We want more democracy, we want more transparency.'
MKE County: Free Health Clinic Makes Plea for County Support
Nonprofit Health Connections Inc. has become a lifeline for Milwaukee-area patients in need.
Study Ranks Milwaukee 8th Nationally In Spending on Fast Food
Too many 'food swamps' — neighborhoods with lots of fast food outlets and no grocery stores?
Tom Tiffany On The Campaign Trail
Event in New Glarus part of campaign’s 55-city 'common sense' bus tour of the state.
Wisconsin Student Parents Hard Hit by Federal Child Care Cuts
Scrambling for care after MATC, other colleges in state lose funding for child care programs.
Crowley Reports Late Fundraising Edge Over Tiffany in Governor’s Race
Despite this Tiffany has raised more than twice as much money this year.
Sponsored: Present Music Kicks-Off its 45th Season with Forty Something!
A concert and party, as Present Music kicks off its 45th season by pushing sonic boundaries. The night features a distortion-friendly piano concerto with Michael Mizrahi, a World Premiere, and a bold classical remix. Deanna Tham conducts. Friday, October 30 at 7:30 p.m., Bader Concert Hall, UWM Zelazo Center
Oshkosh Teacher, An ‘Employee of the Year,’ Detained by ICE
Department of Homeland Security says Wendy Mendez in custody pending removal from the U.S.
Back in the News: Republicans Getting Desperate Against David Crowley?
A mailer from Oklahoma and a Lakeland Times story peddle specious claims.
Milwaukee Art Museum Puts Its Monet Where Its Mouth Is in World Series Bet
In bet with St. Petersburg, Florida art museum, the winner gets a Monet painting on loan.
Some School Districts Could Dissolve If November Referendums Fail
Without more money, several small, rural school districts could be forced to shut down.
Master Lock Factory Back Up For Auction, Bidding Starts at $1
First auction deal fell apart, so owner wants no-contingency sale of sprawling industrial campus.
Republican Candidate for Secretary of State Wants to Take Over Elections
Democrat JoCasta Zamarripa and Green Party's Peter Karas disagree with Jay Schroeder.
Committee Backs $3.75 Million City Hall Plaza Plan
Proposal has been discussed for decades. But don't use 'that orange gravel,' alderman warns.
Kamala Harris Rallies for Crowley In Milwaukee
Former vice president headlines 'Women for Crowley' event in Milwaukee.
City Backs Free Designs To Jumpstart Backyard Carriage Homes
Hoan Foundation to fund two standardized designs homeowners could use at no cost.
Where Tiffany and Crowley Stand on Local Control
Wisconsin governor candidates say they support local control, but their records are mixed.
New Coffee Shop Taking Over The Daily Bird
The Riverwest space will reopen with a new name and new owner.
Sponsored: Present Music Kicks-Off its 45th Season with Forty Something!
A concert and party, as Present Music kicks off its 45th season by pushing sonic boundaries. The night features a distortion-friendly piano concerto with Michael Mizrahi, a World Premiere, and a bold classical remix. Deanna Tham conducts. Friday, October 30 at 7:30 p.m., Bader Concert Hall, UWM Zelazo Center
Milwaukee Archbishop Apologizes for White House Visit
Archbishop Grob says he and other bishops didn't give permission to post photos or videos.
Meet Some of the Milwaukee Brewers Superfans
'People don’t know all that Milwaukee is capable of.'
Suspects Arrested For Stealing Copper Wire from City Streetlights
Man known as the 'Green Goblin' and accomplices allegedly stole thousands of feet of copper wire.
Classical: Present Music Is 45 And Feisty As Ever
Season opening concert, Forty Something, offers wild mix of music.
Back in the News: Urban Milwaukee Story Gets International Attention
Publication was first to write about a fake pollster, months before current controversy erupted.
Alverno College Uses Women’s Sports to Boost Enrollment
After years of declining enrollment, private college boosts numbers by emphasizing athletics.
Republican Tom Tiffany Proposes Parents’ Bill of Rights
Bans transgender students from bathrooms, locker rooms that match their gender identity.
The State of Politics: How The Tax Break for Data Centers Was Passed
$1.9 billion annual handout to massive tech companies quietly put into 2023-25 budget.
Toll Roads Becomes an Issue in Wisconsin’s Race for Governor
Democrat David Crowley open to consider it. Republican Tom Tiffany once pushed it, now says no.
Sponsored: Present Music Kicks-Off its 45th Season with Forty Something!
A concert and party, as Present Music kicks off its 45th season by pushing sonic boundaries. The night features a distortion-friendly piano concerto with Michael Mizrahi, a World Premiere, and a bold classical remix. Deanna Tham conducts. Friday, October 30 at 7:30 p.m., Bader Concert Hall, UWM Zelazo Center
Urban Reads: How Miami Is Activating Space Under a Rail Viaduct
All the city news you can use.
By the Numbers, How Crowley and Tiffany Used Their Debate Time
School funding and taxation got discussed the most. Crowley far more time on the attack.
Op Ed: What Are the Uihleins Getting for Giving Millions to Tiffany?
A 'death sentence' for the Manitowish River gives the Uihleins a private lake.
Ethics Complaint Filed Over Rep. Van Orden’s Use of AI
Fake image shows Democrat Rebecca Cooke running to give illegal immigrants free health care.
Madison Mayor Drops Reelection Bid, Cites ‘Toxic Political Culture’
The 'price of serving has become too high,' says Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway.
Sponsored: Present Music Kicks-Off its 45th Season with Forty Something!
A concert and party, as Present Music kicks off its 45th season by pushing sonic boundaries. The night features a distortion-friendly piano concerto with Michael Mizrahi, a World Premiere, and a bold classical remix. Deanna Tham conducts. Friday, October 30 at 7:30 p.m., Bader Concert Hall, UWM Zelazo Center
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Weekly News Quiz: October 24, 2026
See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
Wisconsin Domestic Violence Deaths Down Slightly After Record Highs
Local domestic violence support groups working to bring the numbers down further.
Members Only: A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Wisconsin Has 20,000 Bats
Annual bat count by DNR shows some species remain threatened.