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Do people have the right to walk Wisconsin’s Lake Michigan shoreline? That question is at the heart of a current court case. Meanwhile, there’s a path along the much-coveted Geneva Lake shoreline that’s been accessible to the public for decades.
Homer Blow, a longtime radio personality in Milwaukee, was recently honored by the Common Council for his decades-long career and service to the community.
There are a lot of different airlines that fly in and out of Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport every day. But only one of them has a billion-dollar contract with ICE. What to know about Air Wisconsin.
More than 5,000 athletes are descending on Milwaukee for the 2026 USA Triathlon. They’ll be jumping into Lake Michigan for the swimming portion of the race.
Eaux Claires, the music festival, returned to Wisconsin after an eight-year hiatus. Organizers, including Bon Iver frontman Justin Vernon, pulled together national artists, some with deep ties to the Chippewa Valley.
Almost one year after the devastating August 2025 floods, the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District outlines what it’s doing to prevent flooding when future storms hit.
There’s a city office in Madison responsible for investigating and monitoring the local police department. It's looking into the July police shooting of Corey Ruiz.
Candidates discussed Gov. Evers' failed tax relief deal, data centers, policing, school vouchers and more.
A severe tornado ripped through the Fox Cities region of Wisconsin on Monday. Outagamie County Executive Tom Nelson details the destruction.
But despite its high ranking, downward trends in some categories could see Wisconsin lose its place in the top ten.
Canadian wildfire smoke led to days of terrible air quality in Milwaukee in July. A local man created an app that helps folks understand wildfire smoke where they live.
Wisconsin Elections Commission Administrator Meagan Wolfe explains how the partisan primary works, how to vote absentee, voter ID requirements and election security.
As of July 22, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported 105 cases cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal illness caused by a microscopic parasite called cyclospora.
The lagoon near the city’s lakefront is looking a bit desolate, and its water is unhealthy. But Milwaukee County Parks intends to change that, and wants to know what the public would like to see.
As the air quality improves in Milwaukee, wildfires continue spreading across Canada. Milwaukee County’s chief health policy advisor shares how to stay healthy during air quality warnings.
"Abolish ICE." "Defund the police." These words and slogans carry a lot of weight. But what do they mean to organizers in Milwaukee who fight for systemic change?
"Abolish ICE." "Defund the police." These words and slogans carry a lot of weight. But what do they mean to organizers in Milwaukee who fight for systemic change?
The Wisconsin Policy Forum just released a report about the aftermath of the August 2025 floods in the Milwaukee area.
Lincoln Avenue School students are still recovering from hearing their school was destroyed by fire. Now, students will be at Pulaski High School in fall 2026.
As election season picks up, so does the negativity. One of the ways voters see this is in opposition research, or gathering and sharing negative news on candidates. So how does this world work? And how is it changing politics in Wisconsin?
Alan Chavoya is a leader in the Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression. He weighs in at an emergency community vigil after the deaths of three men in other states during ICE traffic stops.
Hunger in Milwaukee kids when school is out and they need summer meals in order to eat. How hunger impacts children's ability to learn and grow.
The MMSD commission chair explains what lies ahead for the audit of the district and the company that runs its wastewater treatment plants.
On Wednesday at the Wisconsin Air National Guard's 128th Air Refueling Wing, Vice President JD Vance delivered a speech that focused on health care fraud and protecting taxpayer dollars.
A nonprofit called Bloom MKE stewards several community gardens in Milwaukee. This summer, they're teaching first and second graders about soil and composting.
Recently, ICE officers were in Milwaukee using aggressive tactics as they detained people. This included drawing firearms, smashing car windows and pinning people to the ground. What can videos of ICE’s recent operations here tell us?
Judge Dugan was convicted of felony obstructing in federal court in December — in a case that, as she put it, cast her as "both a scofflaw and a hero." Her sentence does not include prison time.
Handyman Academy, designed to mentor Milwaukee youth and teach them handy skills, just wrapped up its third season.
Heavy Metal Summer Experience camp in Wisconsin helps introduce high school students to the skilled trades through projects and weeklong camps at local metal shops.
To celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, the Wisconsin Historical Society is highlighting some of its rare Revolutionary War-era artifacts.
As the U.S. celebrates its 250th birthday, we reflect on the status of Black people at the time of America's founding.
Lincoln Avenue Elementary School was total loss after a fire in Milwaukee in June 2026. The school didn't have sprinkler systems. Is that normal?
The U.S. celebrates its 250th birthday this week. But one thing that’s missing among much of the festivities: the story of this continent's Indigenous peoples.
AI is reshaping how people do their jobs, and for some newsrooms, that means using it as a tool to strengthen their reporting.
Milwaukee Bucks fans are still processing the team’s trade of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis. Former Bucks commentator Jim Paschke shares why he’s grateful for what both players brought to the city.
How are AI tools impacting education in Milwaukee? Views from one science teacher creating a podcast using his notes and a music professor who assigned an AI essay.
A much-loved Milwaukee jazz venue shut its doors Sunday, June 28, 2026. Several musicians in the city pay tribute.
On June 29, a City of Milwaukee committee is slated to consider a small but controversial data center. It would be located at a vacant Walmart near 60th and West Capitol Drive.
Will Wisconsin schools have too many staff as student enrollment goes down? Latest report on overstaffing in schools from Wisconsin Policy Forum.
Milwaukee native Paul Noth has published over 400 cartoons in The New Yorker. An exhibition of his work will be shown at the Museum of Wisconsin Art in early 2027.
In July 1952, Oconto, WI was overrun with an estimated 175 million frogs, as residents reported the amphibians covering windows, lawns and roads all summer. More than 70 years later, you'd never know it happened.
WUWM is honoring the start of summer by digging into the jazz standard "Summertime." The popular song began as a number in the opera "Porgy and Bess."
Milwaukee native Paul Noth has published over 400 cartoons in The New Yorker. An exhibition of his work will be shown at the Museum of Wisconsin Art in early 2027.
Radio Milwaukee's Element Everest-Blanks and Jon Adler share Summerfest recommendations for the second weekend of the festival.
Milwaukee has been cleaning up its beaches and rivers. Now it’s joining an international coalition committed to swimmable urban waters.
Wisconsin's teacher apprentice program can help with shortages. But reporting from Wisconsin Watch's Miranda Dunlap finds the program is stalling out.
There’s growing concern about public safety during police vehicle chases in Milwaukee. On June 23 the Milwaukee Common Council could discuss potential changes to MPD's vehicle pursuit policy.
A coalition of Jewish organizations organized a bus trip to Clay County Jail in Indiana, where Milwaukee area Muslim leader Salah Sarsour was being held after he was detained by immigration enforcement.
Something unique is in store for folks planning to take in Milwaukee’s Juneteenth parade Friday. They’ll experience a 30-foot-long “living river.” It’s the creation of Milwaukee Water Commons and lots of volunteers.
Milwaukee is home to one of the nation’s oldest and largest Juneteenth celebrations. WUWM’s Jimmy Gutierrez shares an audio postcard from last year’s celebration.
Milwaukee has the largest Black-white achievement gap in the country. A listener asked: is there a political will to fix it?
As Milwaukee approaches its 55th annual Juneteenth Day celebration this Friday, Margaret Henningsen, one of the local event’s founders, reflects on helping bring the event to the city.
American Science & Surplus is a beloved Milwaukee store that nearly closed last year. Now under employee ownership, the store’s new owner shares how they’re operating the business during economic hardships.
Every year, the Milwaukee Public Museum teams up with a park or natural area to take a 24-hour survey of plants and animals found there. This year, scientists converged at Wehr Nature Center in Franklin.
A crowd gathered at the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District headquarters for a meeting about what company should run MMSD’s two wastewater treatment facilities in 2028.
June 13 is going to be a great day for monarch butterflies and other creatures who hang out in Milwaukee's Lakeshore State Park. Volunteers will be planting 2,000 native plants to boost their habitats.
As Esmir Bajraktarević represents Bosnia in the World Cup, his Wisconsin roots are shining. This is how the Appleton-native became "Milwaukee Messi."
Milwaukee residents and officials want to see changes to wastewater management and flood response efforts before another historic storm hits.
Soccer is "the world’s game," but there are reasons why it’s been slow to pick up in the U.S., including in places like Milwaukee. Brillantes soccer on Milwaukee’s south side works exclusively with girls, for little or no cost.
The commission that oversees the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District has authorized an audit of MMSD and Veolia, the company that manages the region's wastewater treatment plants.
Reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel shows some Walgreens rental leases keep businesses from opening in those buildings, even if the property is vacant.
June is Pride Month, but in an era of the "manosphere," defunding of queer affinity spaces, and anti-LGBTQ+ legislation – it can be a tough time for LGBTQ+ youth. This week they took the stage to share their stories of resilience, pride and joy.
Data centers are under construction in a number of Wisconsin communities. Others are being considered, including in Rock County. Citizens in the region are concerned and are pushing back for protections before projects move forward.
Sheboygan Falls resident Elvira Benitez-Suarez was released from ICE detention last week. While immigration courts have ruled that the mother of four is free to pursue a green card, the federal government has twice detained her.
A survey of low-cost childcare provider Head Start shows that families are keeping their children home as ICE enforcement ramps up. Kids who come to childcare are acting out and showing signs of stress.
This year, a former Navy pilot in Milwaukee has turned his grandmother’s recipe for amaretto into a finalist for a Good Food Award.
El Salvador and its President Nayib Bukele have become key players in President Trump's mass deportation plans.
UW-Milwaukee pauses plan to merge student centers until 2027. What does this mean for DEI and student support at UWM?
Last week’s shooting in San Diego at an Islamic center is being investigated as a hate crime. Meanwhile, in Milwaukee, local leaders gathered and spoke out.
Milwaukee Public Schools leaders voted this week on a 2026 budget that includes cutting assistant principal positions and adding teachers.
Sarah Levin, executive director of JIMENA, is a guest lecturer Wednesday, May 27 at the Jewish Museum of Milwaukee.
Milwaukee’s annual Heal the Hood Block Party & Resource Fair returns May 30. Organizers behind this year’s event are stressing the importance of groups collaborating to best serve the community.
Coming up with ways to make our homes more resilient in the face of severe storms can be daunting. We meet a Wauwatosa resident determined to protect his home.
Almost six years after the 2020 presidential election, which Joe Biden won, the Trump administration is still litigating the votes. That fight has now come to the swing state of Wisconsin. So why is the FBI investigating local election officials, and what could this mean for voters?
The exhibit looks at modern Jewish identity in the diaspora. WUWM's speaks with the artist, Jac Lahav.
The term “Black-on-Black crime” has existed for decades, perpetuating the idea that Black people are the biggest threats to each other. A listener wanted our Beats Me series to tackle the topic.
Calls for an audit of the region’s wastewater treatment operations continue to grow. Two whistleblowers came forward this spring, alleging wrongdoing by Veolia. That’s the company that runs the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District’s two facilities. Now, Milwaukee County Supervisors are calling for action.
The Stritch Family Literacy reading program closed along with Cardinal Stritch University in 2023. Now it has reopened at UW-Milwaukee.
Warmer spring weather is prompting ticks to show up earlier than in previous years. Here’s how to stay safe as you head outside this tick season.
A 14-year employee at the Jones Island wastewater treatment facility shared concerns about the treatment of equipment and people there. It's the second whistleblower to speak out publicly about Veolia, the company that manages Milwaukee-area wastewater treatment.
Some people don't give up easily, including Village of Shorewood resident Paul Florsheim. He thinks everyone has the right to enjoy Wisconsin’s Lake Michigan shoreline. Here's where his case stands.
A Milwaukee-based non-profit is hosting a health and wellness festival on May 23 to celebrate Black women and support Black-owned businesses.
Over the past few months, animal activists have repeatedly broken into a Wisconsin dog breeding farm and testing facility. The story has gone viral for not just the video footage from the break-ins, but also because of conversations about animal testing in the state.
Two weeks ago, destructive winds tore through the Milwaukee area — taking down trees, including mature ones. Arborists aren’t just cleaning up, they’re working to make our tree canopy more resilient.
Data centers — their size and tremendous need of energy — are top of mind for many people. That includes in Beaver Dam, 70 miles northwest of Milwaukee, Meta's new 700,000 square foot data center campus. Thursday, state regulators OK'd Alliant Energy's contract to provide its energy needs.
Milwaukee's new curfew for downtown food trucks is angering business owners, who say the curfew won't curb gun violence and instead punishes small businesses.
On Nov. 3, Wisconsin voters can expect a ballot question about diversity, equity and inclusion. If passed, it would amend the state constitution.
La Revo Books hosted a book study in February on “Defectors” by journalist and author Paola Ramos. Community members came to together to understand why some Latinos are leaning towards alt-right ideology.
A lawsuit before the U.S. Supreme Court seeks to ban medication abortion pills prescribed via telehealth. Wisconsin providers currently can't prescribe medication abortion pills using telehealth. But women here can still get the pills from providers in other states.
On April 21, longtime "Milwaukee Journal Sentinel" political watchdog columnist Daniel Bice died from complications due to cancer. Reporter Mary Spicuzza joined WUWM’s Eddie Morales to share stories about Bice and to discuss the impact of his work.
The Milwaukee Common Council officially recognized the last week of April as Youth Victory Over Violence week, thanks to a charge led by youth to promote nonviolence and mental health.
A recent report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum finds that school referendums and the ability to pass them is creating disparities in school district funding.
After weeks of speculation, a whistleblower stepped forward Thursday evening. Former senior Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District official shares concerns about how Milwaukee’s wastewater treatment plants are managed.
Changes are coming to how Milwaukee’s Department of Public Works collects leaves and cleans streets in the wake of recent flooding.
Large corporate landlord Highgrove Holdings and its founder David Tomblin are in court battling to keep their properties out of receivership. What is receivership, and can it be used to "evict" Tomblin from Milwaukee?
LaKeshia Myers wrote an op-ed piece in the "Milwaukee Courier" about teen takeovers at Bayshore Mall and how young people need more third spaces.
This documentary uncovers what it takes for an American to shine on the world stage as a cheese expert at the Mondial du Fromage in Tours, France.
LUSH (Lange Urban Sustainable Homes) hopes to be part of the solution to Milwaukee's housing challenges by offering easy-to-build energy-efficient homes.
David Tomblin, founder of Highgrove Holdings, is facing lawsuits that could take over 200 of his Milwaukee properties. The legal trouble follows a campaign by Common Ground, which organized Tomblin's tenants to fight back against him.
Workers at Anodyne Coffee voted unanimously to unionize in early June, but last week its parent company challenged the election results. A hearing will determine whether the union vote will stand.
Father and son duo Tyrone and Corey Daniels have rarely, if ever, missed a Juneteenth festival in Milwaukee. And this year, they'll celebrate together again.
The Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition is visiting Milwaukee to collect oral histories of the states boarding school survivors.
A Milwaukee neighborhood in need of stable housing is offering a community-led solution.
The ThriveOn Small Business Loan Program has helped 16 local businesses find success through lending and social returns.
The fatal and nonfatal attacks in Minnesota are part of an increase in reported assaults on state lawmakers nationwide.
Visa revocations and news of ICE raids have sparked anxiety in international students looking at college in the midwest. What do federal crackdowns mean for midwestern colleges?
As climate change increasingly burdens Milwaukee’s aging housing stock, the city’s Environmental Collaboration Office, or ECO, is working to connect homeowners with energy-saving resources and build new net-zero housing.
As climate change increasingly burdens Milwaukee’s aging housing stock, the city’s Environmental Collaboration Office, or ECO, is working to connect homeowners with energy-saving resources and build new net-zero housing.
After nearly 30 years of partnering with south side residents, Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers has cut back its environmental health initiatives. The environmental team was recognized for coalition building and bringing people together. Now south side residents worry about the future of programs in their neighborhoods.
As climate change worsens around the world, so does the most frequent and costly natural disaster in Wisconsin: flooding. Hear what authors of a new study say about the challenges Milwaukee is facing — and how the city is preparing.
Milwaukee County’s Building Bridges program aims to help create and expand small businesses in Milwaukee County.
A group called the Sturgeon Protectors is welcoming the sturgeon returning to Milwaukee waterways.
In Milwaukee, there hasn’t been a more public fight against deportation efforts than that of Yessenia Ruano. The mother of two, and MPS teacher’s aide, faces deportation to El Salvador.
Nuclear Regulatory Commission staff have decided on a preliminary basis that there would be no adverse environmental impact if the power plant would run until it's 80.
A new report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum examines the state of Milwaukee County’s youth justice system, comparing data from before and after the COVID pandemic.
Head Start provides early childhood care for students living at or below the poverty line. Such services make it possible for their parents to work.
Two phases of restructuring are angering teachers' union members and concerning parents. While many agree MPS needs radical change, there's not agreement on how to get there.
Racist flyers produced by a neo-Nazi group known as the Aryan Freedom Network are being spread across counties in southeastern Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin Historical Society and Old World Wisconsin recently opened the historic Wittnebel's Tavern, established in 1906. The building has been relocated and restored to recreate a post-Prohibition 1930s tavern.
Last week was the first public hearing for a Wisconsin bill that would force local sheriff’s departments to work with and assist Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE.
"Carvd N Stone," a Black and woman-owned media company in Milwaukee, has launched a story telling series with Amazon.
A review of nearly 900 exit surveys from MPS employees who left their jobs found common threads. But the school district doesn't analyze or learn from exit reviews.
The Wisconsin Historical Society and Old World Wisconsin are opening a historic tavern on May 17, 2025. Wittnebel's Tavern, established in 1906, has been restored to recreate a post-Prohibition 1930s tavern.
Waves of immigration to Milwaukee have made our home a multicultural and vibrant city. But it hasn't always been a warm welcome. Here's a rundown of immigration to Milwaukee and Wisconsin.
The exhibition, “Going to Work for the Community: A Visual History of the Beckum-Stapleton Little League” explores the history of the Beckum-Stapleton Little League baseball team in Milwaukee.
Lake Effect is partnering with the Wisconsin Historical Society and Old World Wisconsin to bring you stories about beer and brewing in our state. We’ll be sharing these histories with you leading up to the grand opening of the restored Wittnebel’s Tavern at Old World Wisconsin.
May 1st signals International Workers Day. In Milwaukee, hundreds gathered to advocate for worker and immigrant rights.
Beginning your own garden can often be an overwhelming experience, but we break down how to make the hobby more approachable for new growers.
The La Causa Crisis Nursery & Respite Center has been a haven for children when their families are in crisis for more than 30 years.
Milwaukee Public Schools leaders announced their lead remediation plan for the 106 schools in the district built before 1978. It comes as the CDC has denied the city's request for help.
Milwaukee Public Schools leaders announced their lead remediation plan for the 106 schools in the district built before 1978. It comes as the CDC has denied the city's request for help.
Conservationists are working to increase access to environmental education in Milwaukee so students of color can connect with nature in their communities.
WUWM stopped by the Church of Gesu on Marquette University's campus to speak with people about the pontiff ahead of noon mass.
Milwaukee County is home to the largest number of foster children in Wisconsin, but it doesn't have enough foster homes to ensure children are kept in their communities. One in three children entering foster care are placed more than 20 miles from their home.
The 59-year-old campus will close this June due to under enrollment and financial constraints. This year, there were 589 students enrolled at UW-Waukesha.
The Trump administration is laying down tariffs, along with a few pauses, and local breweries say they are experiencing whiplash.
Although Milwaukee's request for extra staff from the CDC was initially approved, layoffs this month completely shuttered the federal agency's lead prevention unit.
A report released by the Wisconsin Policy Forum takes lessons from other major city school systems to help support changes in Milwaukee.
UWM's announcement comes as the UW System says nearly 30 students statewide have had their visas revoked or terminated.
WUWM visits one of the energy-generating centers—the scoreboard control room at American Family Field.
MPS district leaders and city health department officials said Thursday that cuts at the CDC are having an impact on lead remediation projects in schools.
Dr. Brenda Cassellius is Milwaukee Public Schools' new superintendent. What are her priorities for her first year on the job?
Advocates say Milwaukee could lose over $1 million in federal funding for HIV testing, prevention and treatment if the proposed cuts CDC's Division of HIV happen.
Wisconsin voters chose our next State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tuesday. Here's what to know.
The Democratic-backed candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court has won, defeating President Donald Trump’s endorsed challenger. Susan Crawford’s victory Tuesday cements a liberal majority for at least more three years.
A look at how transgender issues became a late-stage topic for the conservative-backed candidate for the Wisconsin Supreme Court and those supporting him.
Elon Musk, the billionaire tech executive, handed out $1 million each to two opponents of "activist judges."
The Women’s Center of Waukesha offers an explanation of rape kits without involving politics.
The utility says the large plant is a needed step toward phasing out use of coal at its complex along Lake Michigan.
UW–Milwaukee recently hosted its 5th Annual Black Feminist Symposium—a space dedicated to discussing the theory and practice of Black feminism.
Funding was cut for a program designed to train 36 special education teachers for MPS. A judge has put a temporary stop to the cuts, but the program remains in limbo.
The Wisconsin Conservatory of Music has been providing access to music education to Wisconsin's communities for over a century.
Four bills limiting the rights of transgender youth have appeared again in the Wisconsin Legislature. While they're likely to be vetoed by the Gov. Evers if they're even passed, they reflect scary times for young people who are transgender.
The annual remarks this year were delivered by the chairman of the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin, Thomas Fowler.
Wisconsin's top K-12 education official, Jill Underly, is facing a challenge from Brittany Kinser on April 1.
Two candidates are vying for an open seat on the Milwaukee Common Council April 1. What will the new alderperson do on the job?
With a second Trump administration, educators share how they handle politics as it enters their classrooms.
The president's son speaks at a rally to support Brad Schimel, while Susan Crawford's supporters protest outside.
Trees provide lots of benefits to us and our environment, from capturing carbon to fueling ecosystems. We look at initiatives in Walworth County and Waukesha that aim to cultivate healthy and productive canopies.
Dane County Judge Susan Crawford and Waukesha County Judge Brad Schimel presented differences in a contentious Wisconsin Supreme Court debate Wednesday night at Marquette University Law School.
Four seats on the MPS Board of School Directors are up for election on April 1. What does the board do, and where does their power end?
The county is adding data to its Motor Vehicle Collision Dashboard and planning temporary street safety improvements.
Tell me if you’ve heard this one before: a volcano scientist who does her work in the middle of the Pacific Ocean—at the ocean floor. That’s where you can find one UWM professor.
Felicia Clayborne is a mover and a shaker. She also navigates the world with multiple disabilities, receiving care and support through Medicaid. Kathryn Florence Burish also receives Medicaid coverage and long-term care for her Down Syndrome. Both women weigh in on attempts to cut funding to the federal program that serves low-income Americans and individuals with disabilities.
Project RETURN is an organization that helps formerly incarcerated people return to the community. For the first time in its 45-year history, the organization is providing housing.
Student journalists at UW-Milwaukee spent a semester investigating cases of missing people of color in Milwaukee, and now they’re sharing what they have learned.
Last Friday’s heated argument at the White House between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy helped prompt another pro-Ukraine rally in downtown Milwaukee on Sunday. The rally drew roughly 250 people in support of Ukraine.
Trowbridge is one of four MPS campuses to be tested for elevated lead levels in paint, but it’s the first to actually be closed by the health department.
Last week, Wisconsin Sen. LaTonya Johnson addressed the large racial disparities impacting Black Wisconsinites.
Milwaukee Recreation’s 20th Annual Daddy/Daughter Dance brought hundreds of families downtown for the celebration.
The state is supposed to receive $62 million for the program. But the Trump White House is taking another look at the funding.
Milwaukee-area residents with strong ties to Ukraine are commenting on last week’s peace talks between the U.S. and Russia that President Donald Trump says are aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war.
Black and brown moms, and birthing people in Milwaukee, have some of the worst birthing outcomes in the nation. Even being pregnant can come with danger. But there are an abundance of birth workers that cater their services directly to these demographics.
Managing water — or attempting to — in our urban and rural areas is a complicated task. That includes controlling stormwater, treating wastewater and managing farm fields to reduce runoff into rivers, lakes and streams. Wisconsin’s erratic winter weather is making those efforts tougher.
The roots of iceboating in Wisconsin date back to the 1860s. People continue to gravitate to the winter sport — no matter how challenging conditions might be.
In hopes of slowing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, supporters of electric vehicles hope more people switch away from gasoline-fueled cars. But a new Trump administration freeze on funding for EV charging units has cast doubt on the change to cleaner transportation.
It’s ice fishing season, and for Door County anglers that means catching lake whitefish. But warmer winters are impacting the iconic species' life cycle and reproduction.
Wisconsin voters have narrowed the field of candidates for the state's top education job. But what does the state superintendent of public instruction actually do?
But conservatives say wealthy liberals are also making big donations in the contest between Susan Crawford and Brad Schimel.
We’re part of an intricate web of life. But climate change is stressing that web, including the Wisconsin's wildlife. We explore how warming winters factor into their lifecycle.
Once built, the Microsoft data centers in Racine and Kenosha counties would only employ a few hundred workers apiece and will take a lot of electricity to run them. Advocates are pushing for renewable energy to power them.
The governor wants to close the Green Bay Correctional Institution, where hundreds of inmates were convicted in southeastern Wisconsin.
Despite the recent snow—and frigid conditions this week—Wisconsin winters haven’t been that cold or snowy in recent years. Last winter was the warmest on record. Trees are among the living things coping with the changing climate.
Wisconsin State Climatologist Steve Vavrus says winter is our most variable season. “Even day to day, we can drop to 20 below zero, and then a day or two later, we're up in the 30s. That can make it difficult to tease out a long-term warming signal,” he says.
More than just a place to wash your clothes, a laundromat in Milwaukee’s Murray Hill neighborhood is also meant to be a third space—a community gathering place.
Milwaukee Public Schools has not had a permanent superintendent since June 2024, when Keith Posley resigned amid allegations of mismanagement.
Located at 8th Street and Greenfield Avenue, a building more than 100 years old is being transformed into a new community gathering space and artist hub.
There is just one Black-owned gas station in Wisconsin. It sits at the corner of North Eighth Street and West Atkinson Avenue in Milwaukee, west of I-43. Recently, the business was struggling, so the gas station’s owners made a plea to the community to increase their support. Residents did not disappoint.
The proposed project in the Kenosha County town of Paris draws numerous speakers at a Public Service Commission hearing.
The Kinship Café on MLK Drive in Milwaukee uses a unique business model to promote the healing of fellow community members.
An ethics complaint has been filed against Waukesha County Judge Brad Schimel, who is running against Dane County Judge Susan Crawford in a contest to determine liberal or conservative control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court. At issue are allegations that Schimel has been directly fundraising.
The Bronzeville event "Cheers to Pearls Who Cook" brought together teen girls and local chefs for more than appetizers. It was a master class in mentorship.
A lecture series highlighting Black stories missing from American history books returns to Marquette University in honor of Black History Month.
Last year, Milwaukee’s police department pursued more vehicles than ever before. Police pursuits are among the most dangerous duties officers perform and have resulted in several tragic bystander deaths in recent months. So, how does MPD determine when to pursue and when not to?
It’s been a dizzying 11 days since Donald Trump’s second term in the White House began. The president has issued a slew of executive orders and directives—ranging from cracking down on immigration to reducing the federal workforce.
As Dry January calls closing time, it’s a unique chance to consider the role alcohol plays in people’s lives. That’s especially true in Milwaukee, the Brew City, and across the state of Wisconsin. Within the last few years, multiple nonalcoholic bars have opened. In that same time, they’ve also closed.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump administration freeze on federal grants and loans that could total trillions of dollars and cause disruptions in health care research, education programs and other initiatives.
Conservative candidate Brad Schimel refuses to criticize the president for freeing rioters who assaulted law enforcement officers.
As President Trump launches his mass deportation efforts, some immigrant communities are scrambling to alert others. But that information, usually spread over social media, isn’t always true. And that can be a problem.
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson outlines how the city welcomes immigrants, but stops short of calling Milwaukee a sanctuary city fearing repercussions from the Trump administration.
When the extreme cold weather hit Milwaukee earlier this week, a temporary warming center at the Marcia P. Coggs Human Services Center sheltered hundreds of guests.
A Jewish center in Mequon is responding to antisemitism concerns with a new safe space for teens.
Gov. Tony Evers spells out his vision for the state, but top Republicans see things differently.
Three Milwaukee TikTok creators shared their thoughts on TikTok and its impact on the city.
Legendary Brewers announcer Bob Uecker, who was 90 year-old, is being praised for his common touch.
Bob Uecker, the voice of his hometown Milwaukee Brewers who after a short playing career earned the moniker “Mr. Baseball” and honors from the Hall of Fame, has died. He was 90.
The City of Milwaukee can’t stop ICE, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, from relocating from downtown to Milwaukee’s far northwest side, and also can’t prevent the facility from possibly expanding.
Gov. Tony Evers' visit to Bear Arms Boutique Firing Range in Mequon, Wis., comes shortly after he announced the creation of a statewide Office of Violence Prevention.
Will the new Catholic leader follow up with advocates for a longer conversation and address their requests?
Republicans deny the timing is to help the conservative candidate in the April state Supreme Court race.
New members of Milwaukee’s Housing Authority board are eager to turn things around, after numerous complaints from public housing residents.
The MADACC animal shelter is at full capacity and is looking towards Milwaukee residents for help.
Beer lovers are sad to see some places close, but there is still plenty of craft beer to be consumed in Milwaukee.
Arizona College of Nursing hopes to succeed where other for-profit education companies have failed.
Families in Milwaukee’s Metcalfe Park neighborhood recently gathered at a local food pantry to receive essential food items for the holidays.
Some people mark the new year by making a resolution, others do the Polar Bear Plunge and jump into Lake Michigan, and some fly a kite. That’s what will be happening Jan. 1 along Milwaukee’s lakefront at Veterans Park. We meet the man behind the 38th Cool Fool Kite Festival and learn how he got swept into the kite world.
There is an emphasis of protecting the mental health of survivors as they cope with the loss of loved ones to violence.
Memories of lost loved ones can last for years, and those affected recommend ways to reduce the deaths.
The Milwaukee Public Museum is celebrating the holiday season with several events at its iconic Streets of Old Milwaukee and European Village exhibits. For a one-day event last weekend, the museum brought the European Village to life.
Two state agencies report southeastern Wisconsin’s first case of bird flu in poultry during the ongoing national avian flu outbreak.
Kitchen helped expand underground comics through a long career as illustrator, publisher and defender of other artists.
Nick Matuszewski, policy director of the Wisconsin Anti-Violence Effort Educational Fund (WAVE), says changes to state and federal laws could reduce homicides involving juveniles, both as victims and perpetrators. The question remains: Will lawmakers take action?
Max Schachter, whose son Alex was one of 17 people killed in the Parkland school shooting six years ago, reacts to Monday’s incident in Madison, Wis.
The Bad River tribe of Lake Superior Chippewa, along with several organizations, announced Thursday, Dec. 12, that they are challenging the Wisconsin DNR's decision to permit a controversial pipeline project in far northern Wisconsin. They are concerned about the impacts the project could have on the wetland- and stream-rich region.
The sandhill crane is a striking creature, with its signature red crown and wingspan of more than six feet. Once driven to teeteringly low numbers, the species is now a conservation success story.
Community organizers aim to bridge the generational gap in Milwaukee through intergenerational conversations on issues directly affecting residents.
The ruling from a Dane County judge has given fresh optimism to many public sector employees in Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin Innocence Project helped Manuel Cucuta, who was convicted of a double murder in 1999.
On Small Business Saturday (Nov. 30), at Milwaukee's Turner Hall Ballroom, you can find more than 40 of Milwaukee's Black entrepreneurs, along with a food court, entertainment and local organizations tabling.
A local activist group and the mothers of two inmates who died inside the Milwaukee County Jail are criticizing a recently released audit of the facility.
For avid hunters the nine-day gun deer season is a cherished ritual. But some people want to increase awareness that lead ammunition used by many hunters could contaminate the venison they harvest.
America’s Black Holocaust Museum commemorated Transgender Day of Remembrance this week. The annual observance honors lives lost to anti-transgender violence.
A new exhibit at the Milwaukee County Historical Society explores Wisconsin’s contributions to pop culture.
Hundreds gathered last week for the city’s first public meeting on how Milwaukee officials plan to redesign North Water Street.
Right now, Wisconsin families have a chance to take advantage of significant funding to make their homes more energy efficient. The funding is part of the Inflation Reduction Act the biggest boost to climate action the United States has ever seen. Green Homeowners United is one of the groups helping Wisconsin homeowners jump aboard.
Late last week, the Wisconsin DNR signed off on a controversial liquid petroleum pipeline project in northern Wisconsin. Rerouting a portion of Enbridge Line 5 has been the subject of wide debate and packed public hearings.
Meagan Wolfe continues as Wisconsin Elections Administrator in a legal case against Republican lawmakers.
There are plenty of rumblings about how the environment will fare when former President Donald Trump returns to the Oval Office. One of the people thinking about what’s ahead is Tia Nelson.
People hoping for a little relief when it comes to handling household expenses won’t find it on their utility bill.
Milwaukee area residents are weighing in on the results of the presidential election, and they have mixed reactions to Donald Trump's victory.
Threats of violence against election workers have risen in recent years. In response, election workers across Wisconsin have taken trainings to protect their physical safety.
Control of the Wisconsin state Legislature is up for grabs. The 61st Assembly District race might show what matters more to voters: personal connections or national political priorities.
Nearly 70% of the county voted for President Joe Biden in 2020, but former President Donald Trump has been competing for votes here too.
A pro-Palestinian coalition continues to raise concern about the lack of a ceasefire in Gaza and continued U.S. military aid to Israel. But some Harris voters look at other issues.
While some people are making voting plans for Election Day, Milwaukee activists are campaigning for formerly incarcerated people to have their voting rights restored.
With early voting underway and Election Day approaching, Milwaukee-area clerks share how they’re preparing for potential record turnout.
Kamala Harris, Cardi B, Bill Clinton, and Kerry Washington are among those on Harris' list of visitors who have been in town over the past five days or are scheduled to visit on Friday night, Nov. 1. Donald Trump is also speaking in Milwaukee.
A new exhibit at the Milwaukee Public Museum explores MPM’s history and explains why opening a new museum is essential.
The names Walz, Vance, Trump and Harris are all on the visitors list this week in Wisconsin.
The fundraiser for Ukraine comes as many wonder what the next President of the United States will do for their beloved country.
The Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks at Memorial Hall in Racine, Wis., and holds a roundtable at a Black-owned business.
Recently an unwanted guest was discovered in one of Wisconsin's must popular tourist destinations – Geneva Lake. Scientists and local groups are grappling with the first-documented invasive quagga mussels in a Wisconsin inland lake.
And "The West Wing" cast fires up Democratic get out the early vote volunteers in Waukesha.
Through a new effort, called Pints and Patriotism, advocacy groups are bringing together veterans in swing states around the country, including in Wisconsin, to talk about — and advance— democracy, over beers.
As the Democratic presidential nominee holds a no-media meeting with some University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee students, hundreds outside protest or take in the scene.
WUWM visited a basement workshop in Menomonee Falls and a beverage plant in Random Lake to see two of the four finalists in a statewide innovation contest.
The theater in Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin home appears to rise naturally from its sloped surroundings in Spring Green, Wisconsin. Yet shoring up and upgrading the Hillside Theater over the past five years has been a gargantuan and expensive task.
Come Nov. 5, Milwaukee County voters will elect a new district attorney. John Chisholm has been in the role since 2007. Ahead of his departure, Chisholm sits down for an interview with WUWM.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday on a budget veto by Gov. Tony Evers that would affect school funding through 2425.
Republican presidential nominee and former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally in Juneau, Wis., as Democrats offer various counterarguments.
How much should customers have to pay for energy? That was the topic of hearings in downtown Milwaukee.
Both the Republican presidential candidate and the Second Gentleman spoke in battleground Milwaukee Tuesday.
The New York Mets are back in town for a best-of-three Wild Card series. Can the Brewers win, and move on? Fans weigh in.
Homeowners and businesses could see double-digit increases over two years. The utility says the money could reduce power outages and fuel more renewable energy.
Wisconsin plays a pivotal role in the presidential election. That’s one of the reasons why the Wisconsin Historical Society is collecting political artifacts this election year.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court restored use of absentee ballot drop boxes in July, but did not require communities to use them.
Grain elevators once were commonplace across the country. Now they're few and far between. Despite all odds, one granary dating back to 1901 is coming back to life in Door County along Sturgeon Bay’s waterfront.
Two joint councils representing 18,000 Teamsters members in Wisconsin support the Democratic ticket.
Milwaukee civil rights pioneer and politician Vel Phillips is now the first African American woman to have a monument on the Wisconsin State Capitol grounds. It’s one step toward making Wisconsin’s public art more representative of its rich, diverse history.
Murals help tell the less-documented stories of the diverse people that make up Milwaukee.
We talk to northern Wisconsin voters as Democratic Vice President candidate Tim Walz makes a swing through the area.
For the first part of WUWM's new series "Reflections of Representation," we walk through Juneau park to visit some of Milwaukee's first monuments.
In Wisconsin, a growing number of conservatives who dislike Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump are thinking about whether they could actually vote for Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris.
The city’s Environmental Collaboration Office just launched a new initiative to tackle food waste, food insecurity and climate change.
Dozens of public housing residents continue to voice their grievances with the Milwaukee Housing Authority. For years, residents have made thousands of complaints about public safety, maintenance, accessibility and bed bugs.
How will farmers cope with the environmental stresses of climate change? There’s momentum to grow crops indoors in urban settings. We visit Hundred Acres, an indoor farm in Milwaukee's 30th Street Corridor.
The blowing of a traditional horn outside the Jewish Community Center highlights a month of reflection about the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks on Israel and their aftermath.
Establishing a new nut industry has been a tough nut to crack. But experts say the crop could diversify agricultural economies and bring environmental benefits to depleted farmland.
Work is underway to create more resilient food production systems in the face of climate change. That includes within the Ho-Chunk Nation in Wisconsin.
Partly for environmental reasons, the Zoo has been selling off its two coal-burning iron horses and replacing them with two more diesel-powered ones this year.
A pay-what-you-can café in the Sherman Park neighborhood in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, relies on locally grown and donated produce. It’s a model its creators believe can be easily replicated.
A pay-what-you-can café in the Sherman Park neighborhood in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, relies on locally grown and donated produce. It’s a model its creators believe can be easily replicated.
The money for renewable energy will help Dairyland Power Cooperative purchase energy from four solar farms and four wind farms.
The Teamsters are one union that has yet to endorse a presidential candidate, but some local members are talking about the contest.
At a recent meeting in Glendale, WI, members of the AANHPI Coalition for Harris spoke about their hopes for a Harris presidency.
During a Wisconsin campaign stop Thursday night, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump promoted a plan to help in-vitro fertilization, or IVF. But Democrats question his sincerity.
The Medical College of Wisconsin’s newest four-year training program aims to increase the number of physicians who choose to practice medicine in Milwaukee and specifically care for underserved, at-risk populations in the city.
Democratic Party offices around Wisconsin have been fielding a surge of requests for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz yard signs, but they've had to tell eager supporters that they don't have them yet due to the late change in the Democratic party ticket.
The Wisconsin Election Commission rejects efforts to knock Kennedy, West and Stein off the November ballot.
Federal Highway Administrator Shailen Bhatt says the new chargers are planned to fill gaps in the existing charging network.
Members of Hephatha Lutheran Church are using data to make informed decisions about their respiratory health. The data comes from a growing network of sensors across the city’s elementary schools.
The Green Party says its newly hired lawyer will be racing Friday to meet a State Supreme Court deadline issued Thursday for responding to a legal request by Democrats.
A portrait project that tells the stories of people’s connection to hoop earrings is opening at the Racine Art Museum at the end of the month.
As urged by Rep. Nancy Pelosi and Sen. Cory Booker, delegates to the Democratic National Convention anticipate being busy for candidates this fall.
Vice President Kamala Harris and two candidates for vice president, Tim Walz (Democrat) and JD Vance (Republican), all campaigned in Wisconsin on Tuesday.
You may have noticed swarms of dragonflies along the Lake Michigan shoreline in recent weeks. Resident dragonflies and migrating ones are converging on the landscape.
Major rallies are expected near the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Milwaukee will be represented.
The police shooting of Jacob Blake, and the subsequent killings of two protesters, Joseph Rosenbaum and Anthony Huber, and the injury of a third by then-Illinois resident Kyle Rittenhouse two days later sparked outrage and political divisions in Kenosha. Where are voters now?
The Republican-proposed constitutional amendments, which Gov. Tony Evers called an attempted 'power grab' on handing out federal money, were rejected by about 15 percentage points.
In the Aug. 13 primary election, incumbent Rep. Ryan Clancy faces a challenge from fellow Democrat Jarrod Anderson.
August 11 will mark Milwaukee Water Commons’ tenth annual We Are Water celebration at the newly restored McKinley Beach.
This year marks the ten year anniversary of Black Arts MKE, a non-profit aimed at increasing the availability and quality of African American arts and culture.
The August release of the Marquette Law School poll shows some important shifts in the race, but as is often the case, Wisconsin looks narrowly divided in the presidential race.
The Democratic ticket held a rally in Eau Claire, and GOP VP nominee J.D. Vance was also in the city.
Eau Claire residents react to the new Democratic ticket and the arrival of GOP VP hopeful J.D. Vance.
Woodworking is not traditionally a woman’s field — especially among women of color — but one Milwaukee native is defying the odds. Tonda Thompson is setting up shop, including her own sawmill, in the Harambee neighborhood.
The proposed state constitutional amendments would give the legislature more say-so over spending federal dollars.
Ever since the proliferation of election denialism and the threats that it spurred, local groups have been working to equip people with information to counteract it.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visited a federally-supported port facility in Manitowoc on Tuesday, and on Wednesday, he made two stops in Milwaukee that were open to the news media. Buttigieg hailed Biden Administration infrastructure spending but didn't discuss the Democratic ticket.
A roaring crowd of battleground state voters greeted Vice President Kamala Harris in Wisconsin as she opened her Democratic political case against Republican former President Donald Trump. In her first rally since locking up the presidential nomination, she said Tuesday that in the November election against Trump, “it's a choice between freedom and chaos.”
Milwaukee Riverkeeper is a local nonprofit that’s been striving to achieve swimmable and fishable waters for nearly 30 years. “Cleanup” is Milwaukee Riverkeeper’s middle name. Now, it’s adding a couple of high-tech tools to its arsenal.
Monday, July 22, was Climate Emergency Day. Young people joined a chorus of people in cities around the world — calling for climate action. That includes a group that gathered in Madison, Wisconsin.
Wauwatosa resident David Stack was among the several thousand volunteers who helped the Republican National Convention run smoothly last week. Stack might not seem like the guy who’d raise his hand to volunteer at the huge GOP event. The self-described progressive leans Democrat.
On the last day of the RNC, people rallied in Milwaukee, speaking out against police violence. They called for justice for Samuel ‘Jah’ Sharpe Jr., who was shot and killed by police earlier this week, and D’Vontaye Mitchell, who was killed after being restrained by hotel security guards in June.
The GOP presidential candidate tries to leave on good terms with the city of Milwaukee and state of Wisconsin.
Past statements and action by the Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance have raised concerns here and abroad.
Restaurants and businesses inside the RNC's soft perimeter expected to see an economic boon this week. So far, the only economic impact has been bad business.
Officials say police officers have shot and killed a person in Milwaukee about five blocks outside of the Republican National Convention’s outer security perimeter.
Eric Hovde, a leading Republican challenging Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin this year, speaks at the RNC.
Temperatures reached nearly 90 degrees Monday, but that didn’t stop people from turning out by the thousands for a demonstration downtown. The Coalition to March on the RNC hosted a rally in Red Arrow Park in protest of the Republican National Convention.
Delegates at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee are excited to envision a future under the direction of former President Donald Trump.
Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman details how the department trained and prepped for the Republican National Convention.
As delegates and other visitors streamed into town over the weekend for the Republican National Convention, a welcome party drew thousands of guests, and also some detractors, to the Summerfest grounds.
Local and national interfaith leaders gathered for a rally to promote the We All Belong campaign in Milwaukee Sunday. The campaign aims to protect democracy and reject white Christian nationalism.
The Republican National Convention is finally set to kick off in Milwaukee next week. Some folks are highly anticipating it, while some others wish it wasn’t happening here.
It's a combination of efforts in the cities, suburbs and rural areas, but it all comes down to closing in on those margins.
Politics aside, Milwaukee is out to demonstrate its ability to host the RNC and future major events. City and civic leaders are touting the beauty of our lakefront and the vibrancy of Milwaukee’s arts, entertainment and dining scene. Meanwhile, there are more basic components to consider — including how we manage waste.
The Republican National Convention is less than a week away, and many bus riders are figuring out how they’ll get around the city with bus service changes and delays.
Fifteen public and private-sector Wisconsin partners promise more health care and jobs.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) urged support for President Biden, and many in his audiences seemed ready to give Biden another chance.
Northwestern Mutual recently awarded its second cohort of nine Milwaukee area high school graduates with scholarships to attend Historically Black Colleges & Universities, or HBCUs.
Dane County Circuit Judge Everett Mitchell issued a temporary injunction Tuesday that allows voters who self-certify that they can't read or mark a paper ballot without assistance to request absentee ballots via email for the November presidential election.
Health activists say the tobacco products industry continues to target Black communities.
Folks living near Lake Superior have their eyes on an issue some fear could damage their regions water-rich ecosystems: the rerouting of a crude oil pipeline.
As the Republican National Convention approaches, 15 Milwaukee high school students are being trained to welcome the attendees of the national event.
The Milwaukee School Board approved a corrective action plan and a $1.5 billion proposed budget for next school year at a special board meeting Thursday.
The new fish passage in Glendale could help lake sturgeon spawn upstream as they once did, generations ago.
As climate change fuels more wildfires, last year's spate of air quality alerts led state agencies to make changes and build new partnerships in anticipation of more smoky summers.
Jewish groups and representatives are concerned that the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks on Israel are not acknowledged.
There was a lot of praise for President Joe Biden at the weekend convention in Milwaukee, but he remains basically tied with Trump. Delegates offer campaign advice to Biden.
The U.S. Secret Service has announced some of its security plans in preparation for the RNC. The American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin filed a lawsuit against the city regarding protest rights during the event.
The former warden and eight other correctional staff could face prison time, but a defense attorney argues otherwise.
Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Keith Posley resigned early Tuesday morning, after an hours-long closed-door school board meeting. The board was facing growing calls from the community to fire Posley over late financial reports.
At the Milwaukee Public Museum, millions of artifacts that aren’t on display are stored in back-room drawers and cabinets. As part of our series, Behind the Scenes at MPM, we’ll explore the zoology department’s vast bird collection.
The Borealis train has arrived, and rail enthusiasts hope trains to Madison and Green Bay are moving closer.
With the presidential and various state and local elections on the horizon, we hear from Milwaukee area voters who are concerned about environmental challenges and what candidates will do to tackle them. This segment begins a new series we're calling "Politics through the Prism of the Environment."
At UW-Milwaukee, leadership and pro-Palestinian protesters came to an agreement to remove an encampment this week. But some staff and Jewish groups have criticized how the university handled the situation.
Communities around the state are grappling with PFAS contamination, including the Town of Peshtigo. Now residents hope the attention of the Environmental Protection Agency and its recent designation of two of the most studied forever chemicals as “hazardous substances" will lead to solutions for their town.
The State Supreme Court is scheduled to hear arguments Monday morning in a case that attempts to bring absentee ballot drop boxes back to Wisconsin.
The President of the United States and president of a huge corporation promise investments and jobs in Mount Pleasant and Milwaukee.
Milwaukee recently hosted the inaugural Black Men in White Coats Youth Summit. It’s aimed at promoting careers in the medical field for Black youth.
Fourteen-year-old Acie Holland III saved the lives of 20 students and their bus driver from what could’ve been a terrible accident. The driver was in medical distress, so the 8th grader took the wheel and was able to park the bus safely.
Former President Donald Trump says a recent influx of immigrants is to blame for a budget shortfall in a Wisconsin town. City officials have a different take on what's happening.
Craig Counsell left to manage the Cubs. Pat Murphy has the Brewers battling for first place anyway.
Every day, thousands of people visit the Milwaukee County Zoo to see the animals they love — whether it’s the adorable otters, roaring tigers or giant elephants. These animals live their lives on display, but most of us don’t know what happens after they die.
The likely GOP presidential nominee talks about Master Lock closing and inflation concerns of a restaurant owner.
"You profit from our work, now recognize our humanity," assert immigrants' and workers' rights advocates on May Day in Milwaukee, the international day of the worker.
A UWM scientist has been monitoring shrubs along with trees in Downer Woods since 2017. Now her research is being folded in with that of scientists across the Great Lakes. Together, they're exploring stresses being felt by ecosystems within the basin.
The movement on college campuses to support Palestine came to Milwaukee and Madison on Monday, April 29.
In northeastern Wisconsin, a young program called “Medicine Fish” is connecting Menominee tribal youth to nature. Fly fishing was the first tool. Now, buffalo are being reintroduced to heal both the land and people.
One of the buses damaged in a reckless driving incident, a battery-electric model, could take a long time to replace.
The Green Bay Correctional Institution is the target of an unusual roundtable at the state Capitol.
In 1970, an environmental movement unfolded and it resulted in calls for action. We meet several people who were part of what would be a pivotal environmental event.
Giannis Antetokounmpo has a leg injury, but Bucks guard Damian Lillard picks up the slack.
The women say a national abortion ban could be enacted if Republican Donald Trump wins in November.
If you've never seen a lake sturgeon, the ancient species might take your breath away. On Wolf River in Outagamie County, the giant, torpedo-shaped fish are making their way upstream. Conservation efforts and public engagement are on display.
Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Ann Walsh Bradley says she won't seek another term next year, setting up a high-stakes fight for control of the battleground state’s highest court.
The EPA established strict limits on several of the manmade chemicals in drinking water, while in Wisconsin, lawmakers continue to butt heads on how to attack PFAS contamination around the state.
The film centers a little on former UW-Madison Professor Davis and a lot about a music education foundation he created.
Jodi Habush Sinykin attracts prominent Democrats as she tries to unseat Republican state Sen. Duey Stroebel in the 8th District.
President Biden visited Madison on Monday, where he detailed new plans for federal student loan reform.
There was a lot of excitement yesterday. Parts of the country experienced a spectacular solar eclipse, and although Milwaukee wasn’t a prime location, plenty of people reveled in the experience.
Heavy rains hammered our region this week, causing pressure on the MMSD sewage treatment plant, which couldn’t keep up with the demand. As a result, the MMSD discharged water and sewage into area rivers to prevent wastewater from backing up into basements.
Beloit’s network of air monitors was born of a grassroots effort to connect the dots between planet-warming fossil fuels and the community’s health.
The Midwest Gaming Classic is an annual trade show in Milwaukee that features pinball tables, gaming consoles and hundreds of vendors. Before the event saw crowds of over 20,000, it started in the basement of the Boy Scouts Service Center over 20 years ago.
After closing his restaurant, Lao chef Alex Hanesakda returns to pop-up kitchens with purpose — and a new smoker.
Superintendent Keith Posley thanked voters at a press conference Wednesday. He said the referendum will make up for insufficient state funding, and prevent cuts to schools.
Former President Donald Trump hosted a campaign rally in Green Bay, Wisconsin on Tuesday, the state's spring general election day.
Before Wisconsin residents head to the polls on April 2 for the spring general election, we wanted to know what is and isn’t allowed when voting in person at your polling place.
Wisconsin's presidential primary and numerous local elections around the state will be the first major test of some get out the vote campaigns this year. That includes one attempting to get more Native Americans to the ballot box.
A consistent message to the Cabinet member: Listen to community needs for clean energy projects.
On April 2, many Wisconsinites will vote for school board members. The partisan makeup of the Elmbrook school district in Waukesha County hinges on this election.
On April 2, Milwaukee residents will vote for mayor and common council members. So, how much power do those local officials have to affect environmental policies and practices?
A walk through Beulah Brinton's house reveals how she helped bring the Bay View neighborhood together in its early history.
Complaint alleging freeway expansion having disproportionate impact on communities of color pending.
Whether it’s by mail, online or in-person, there are many ways for first-time voters and new residents to register to vote for the upcoming spring election. But some deadlines are coming up fast — people have until this Wednesday, March 13, to register to vote by mail or online.
WUWM visited the Conservatory to learn how they’re addressing the diversity gap in music education.
Wisconsinites will vote on two constitutional amendments related to how elections are run in the state. They were added to the ballots by Republican lawmakers who have concerns about election administration.
A coalition that wants to hold protests hopes for additional changes to the proposed ordinance.
The American Birkebeiner is a cross country skier’s dream and means a lot to the local economy. Last month, organizers pulled off the event — despite Wisconsin’s warmest, largely snowless winter.
Some people have enjoyed the warm winter we just experienced — not having to bundle up or shovel as much, and perhaps having lower energy bills. Others recognize the temperatures as a very real sign of climate change. And as a result, they’re more determined than ever to reduce their carbon footprint.
We Energies has reduction targets, but consumer and advocacy groups are watching closely.
Nearly $40 million in federal "Reconnecting Communities" funding is coming for two major projects.
Climate change is eroding the ways and wonders of winter life, which have shaped the identities of generations of Wisconsinites. During the state's warmest winter on record, the season's devotees found ways to make the most of the weird weather.
Lake Michigan is teeming with life. But over time, its food web — from the smallest plankton to the largest fish — has been impacted. Overfishing and waves of invasive species have taken their toll. Now, climate change is flexing its muscles in the Lake Michigan ecosystem. On land, we’ve felt and seen it during what’s been the warmest winter on record.
The Wisconsin Elections Commission says it needs to know which Assembly district lines apply.
One sign of warming winters: the Great Lakes have lost a quarter of their ice cover in the last 50 years. It raises the possibility of an extended shipping season on the lakes.
The poultry industry dreads avian influenza, but migratory and sea birds are succumbing to the virus in alarming numbers. Concern is rising not only about avian health but also about human health. How are our warming winters factoring into the problem?
A pest survey serves Wisconsin's 11 tribes, monitoring forests that weren't previously included in state-run surveys.
Experts say Wisconsin is feeling the impacts of climate change. In fact, it’s all but certain that on Friday, March 8, 2024, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will announce that this winter is Wisconsin’s warmest on record.
Gov. Tony Evers (D) signed a bill allowing the expansion at a ceremony in Waukesha on Monday.
Many in the crowd at Sunday's rally say they dislike Donald Trump's views on reproductive rights.
About a mile of Honey Creek in Milwaukee and Wauwatosa is scheduled to be the next local waterway to have its concrete streambed ripped out and replaced with a more natural channel.
The proposed north-south route needs a lot of federal money and is still years away if it is approved.
As Wisconsin heads into a big election year, WUWM visits the polls to check in with election workers.
Officials say MPS schools will have to cut staff and programs if voters don’t approve a $252 million referendum this spring.
The tug of war between Wisconsin’s Republican-dominated Legislature and Democratic governor was on display again last week. The state Senate rejected one of Gov. Evers’ latest appointees to the Natural Resources Board — Todd Ambs. He’s regarded as a water policy expert and conservation advocate in both state and Great Lakes circles.
Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin is asking the Wisconsin Supreme Court, which currently has a liberal majority, to find that the state constitution secures a right to an abortion. UW Law professor Howard Schweber says the court will likely combine that petition with an earlier one brought by Attorney General Josh Kaul and could rule as early as this spring.
What's called "green steel" may help reduce climate change emissions at steel and car plants.
The annual address at the State Capitol also features bi-partisan thank-yous for helping the tribes.
A new art exhibit about art in the era of social media and the internet transforms the Charles Allis Museum.
Early issues in the contest appear to include the Republican banker's California estate.
Incumbent Cavalier Johnson appears to head to April with huge advantage over runner-up David King.
The environmental and conservation movements stretch across generations. But historically, diversity was absent— especially in celebrating people who have played roles in those movements. A local group is working to set the story straight. Monday marked the 5th annual celebration of African American environmental pioneers and rising stars in Milwaukee.
The independent candidate takes on better-funded opponents, with help from state residents.
The late civil rights icon, Vel Phillips, is remembered and praised for continuing to help people.
The county budget passed last fall set aside about one million dollars in tax revenue for the loan program for Milwaukee residents. It’s on top of an existing loan effort for income-eligible homeowners in almost all Milwaukee County suburbs.
Wisconsin officials have shared their concerns about children’s mental health and self-harm. These Wisconsin high school students talk about their efforts in youth mental health programs.
We've had a fairly tepid winter in Wisconsin, but that hasn't stopped Milwaukeeans from hailing their favorite frosty sounds.
And, Democratic lawmakers raise concern about an amendment that could help Assembly Speaker Robin Vos.
The Arizona College of Nursing wants to open campuses in Milwaukee and Madison, saying it can help with the Wisconsin’s pressing need for more nurses.
The Milwaukee-based Republican Robert Spindell is again the target of Democrats and liberal groups.
Utility solar growth is expected. Residential solar growth may depend on PSC investigation.
The recall effort shows continued unrest among Republicans over 2020 presidential election result.
The Minnesota Congressman promises to campaign here after State Supreme Court helps his candidacy.
Wisconsin’s funding for child care will continue this year, but the industry is still struggling with staffing and impending closures.
The National Science Foundation effort aims to clean environment, add jobs and boost DEI.
A binding referendum proposed for the April ballot—asking about a ban on abortions after 14 weeks of pregnancy, with exceptions in cases of rape and incest and to protect the life and health of the mother—is dividing Wisconsin Republicans.
MPS juniors will be automatically admitted to the schools after they fill out a short interest form.
The student art show, called "The War I'm Fighting," gave students the opportunity to create artwork that delivers a strong message about topics they are passionate about.
The President Biden's trip to Superior is expected to include talk about $1billion for a new bridge.
Gov. Evers calls for more worker training, recruitment and retention for various fields.
In the past, transfer students often came to UWM with dozens of credits that didn’t qualify for transfer. Now UWM is promising to accept at least 60 credits from any student who transfers from one of the four surrounding tech colleges, putting them halfway toward getting a bachelor’s degree.
Acting U.S. Labor Secretary Julie Su was in Wauwatosa last Friday, announcing funding for a worker training program to build electric vehicle charging stations.
Becky Grandone joins WUWM as the vice president of operations and chats with general manager David Lee to introduce herself.
More than 70 inter-faith leaders in the Milwaukee area have signed a statement calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, Israel and Palestine. They're also worried about the spread of violence across the Middle East.
A national Democratic law firm has asked the liberal-controlled Wisconsin Supreme Court to throw out the battleground state’s congressional maps, arguing that the court’s decision last month ordering new state legislative maps opens the door to the latest challenge.
Students in elementary, middle, and high school deliver speeches inspired by words Dr. King wrote in April of 1963—what affects one, affects all.
Sen. Julian Bradley complains about Huebner prior to the Senate vote against the utility regulator.
An independent analysis shows that most of the newly ordered maps redrawing Wisconsin’s political boundaries for the state Legislature would keep Republicans in majority control, but their dominance would be reduced.
We’re seeing wintery snowy weather. That means crews are applying lots of road salt to keep our roadways clear, but a lot of that salt runs off into lakes and streams. What are the environmental impacts of road salt?
The MPS Board voted in favor of placing a $252 million referendum on the spring ballot. It’s a tool increasingly used by Wisconsin school districts to make up for what advocates say is inadequate state funding.
Customer advocate praises Milwaukee-area lawyer Rebecca Valcq's work that may eventually bring help for low-income ratepayers.
Milwaukee County Supervisors are considering a ‘sanctuary’ resolution for transgender children, adults and their families.
What would it cost to tend to the Mitchell Park Domes, Milwaukee County’s long-debated beehive-shaped horticultural conservatory? A county committee learned Tuesday it could cost tens of millions of dollars.
Famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted designed the Lake Park. He included a short, curvy road that cuts through a ravine. The picturesque drive links Lincoln Memorial Dr. below to Lake Drive above. Drivers haven’t been able to traverse the ravine for nearly a decade.
For years the future of the Mitchell Park Domes, three iconic glass structures filled with exotic and seasonal displays, have been up in the air. Tuesday a Milwaukee County committee will discuss the Domes’ future.
Since 2021, nearly 500 license plate reader cameras have been installed in Wisconsin. Flock Safety is the company behind the cameras. It stores the data for law enforcement agencies, which has groups like the American Civil Liberties Union concerned about privacy.
The City of Waukesha is on the verge of delivering Lake Michigan water to residents who have been — for years — drinking water from radium-tainted wells. It’s been a long road to revelry.
A Black transgender man born and raised in Milwaukee is the first out trans officer with the Wisconsin State Fair Park Police Department. Officer Dezjorn Gauthier worked in public safety at the park for seven years before becoming a police officer in December 2022.
The Democratic Party of Wisconsin is leading a coalition that promises to spend at least $4 million hoping to shame Republicans into not impeaching State Supreme Court Justice Janet Protasiewicz.
While many universities welcome students back this time of year, research doesn’t follow an academic clock. Take the work of Jim Waples at the UWM School of Freshwater Sciences. This summer, the scientist and his students were out analyzing samples taken from Lake Michigan.
Tuesday was the first day of school for most Milwaukee Public Schools students. But, the day was cut short due to extreme heat.
A labor researcher says the 2024 campaign comes at a time of strengths — and weaknesses — for unions.
Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-Green Bay) holds a roundtable for the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party.
For many young farmers, land is out of reach. Advocates like Martice Scales see a chance to change that in the upcoming Farm Bill.
To meet the needs of remote workers, a new child care model has opened in Milwaukee: It combines coworking space with an on-site daycare.
Milwaukee residents plea for improved living conditions at city-owned buildings. Citizen-led group Common Ground is demanding the city of Milwaukee introduce legislation and increased oversight for its Housing Authority.
Food vendors are among those hoping the GOP delegates and meeting planners will spend money.
Sounds Like Milwaukee is a new project from WUWM that explores Milwaukeeans' favorite sounds. Today, we hear from Jim Loew of Riverwest who falls asleep to the chorus of summer insects.
WUWM's Maayan Silver spoke to people at the Brookfield Farmers Market and a debate watch party in Milwaukee.
'Run Bambi Run' tells the story of Lawrencia Bembenek, a former Milwaukee cop who was convicted of killing her husband’s ex-wife in 1981.
Thousands of people filed into the Fiserv Forum Wednesday for the GOP presidential candidates debate. Meanwhile, protesters also gathered in downtown Milwaukee including a pro-union group.
More than 150 people marched for various rights that the marchers say the GOP threatens.
Eight GOP presidential candidates will take part in the event at Fiserv Forum. Protests await.
Two-hundred-fifty people gathered along Lake Michigan at South Shore Park Beach earlier this month. It was a celebration of the lake itself and the importance of freshwater in every facet of life.
An arts hub called Mitchell Street Arts opens today on Historic Mitchell Street on Milwaukee's South Side. It will function as a community maker space, offer an artist-in-residency program, and host public programming.
The project, Places of Their Own: Learning Chinese American Legacy Through Oral History, explores the experiences of Twentieth Century Chinese Americans in Milwaukee.
The city still has tens of thousands of lead lines delivering drinking water to Milwaukee households, posing a risk to children’s health and development. Local leaders are counting on federal dollars to speed up their replacement.
For generations, Ballroom Culture has provided a safe space for Black and Brown LGBTQ+ individuals. Coming up, hear how leaders and members of the community in Milwaukee are working to protect and preserve this culture.
Residents of a small town northeast of Rhinelander continue to look for answers in their fight against PFAS contamination impacting private wells.
Biden praised Ingeteam during Tuesday's event and announced another green energy investment.
The Wisconsin DNR and other groups want to make it easier for fish trying to travel upstream along the Milwaukee River during spawning season. That’s why crews have been moving earth and water along Kletzsch Dam in Glendale this summer, creating what’s known as a "fish passage."
The President's visit Tuesday comes one year after he signed the Inflation Reduction Act.
Even baseball fans disagree on potential state help for maintaining American Family Field.
Milwaukee! Here are some favorite sounds of summer. Send in your favorite sounds and why you love them! (When we say "Milwaukee," really, anyone from Wisconsin counts.)
The startup company is working with the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District to clean wastewater.
In the former space of the Milwaukee Brewing Company and Bottlehouse 42 in Milwaukee’s Brewery District now lives an incubator dedicated to helping brewers break into the industry. Modeled after the music industry, Pilot Project Brewing serves as a launch pad for startup breweries.
Max Morgan, captain of the UWM School of Freshwater Sciences research vessel, shares what he's learned and continues to learn about freshwater science and the role a knowledgable captain plays in research.
Milwaukee leaders took the opportunity of the upcoming first anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act to highlight what federal dollars could achieve in bringing the city's recently-enacted climate and equity plan to life.
Gov. Tony Evers (D) calls special legislative session, but initial GOP response is tepid.
Relations between conservatives and liberals on the Wisconsin Supreme Court devolved after Justice Janet Protasiewicz was sworn in August 1. Barry Burden, UW-Madison politics professor, discusses context and solutions.
Kevin Martin of Peace Action also discusses the potential impact of the Oppenheimer movie.
Vice President Kamala Harris visits a business in Pleasant Prairie and two fundraisers in Milwaukee.
Come 2024, sales taxes in the City of Milwaukee will rise from 5.5% to 7.9%, while sales taxes outside the city, but still within Milwaukee County, will rise from 5.5% to 5.9%.
The case was filed within 24 hours of liberals taking control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Students who complete dual enrollment courses tend to do better in college. But Milwaukee is behind some other parts of the state in offering these opportunities.
Tuesday's swearing-in of Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Janet Protasiewicz brings more work, interaction with other justices.
The gray wolf was again center stage Tuesday as the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources released what it hopes will become the state’s wolf management plan.
Sixty years ago the Great Circus Parade filled the streets of downtown Milwaukee with colorful wagons, marching bands and clowns. Over the years, the parade repeatedly returned to Milwaukee with the final hurrah in 2009.
Gov. Evers signed a bipartisan bill that makes changes to reading instruction in schools. It’s something parents of children with dyslexia have been asking for.
An LGBTQ+ youth shelter in Wisconsin is opening an independent living program later this year. The program is designed for LGBTQ+ young adults who are homeless and it is the first of its kind in Wisconsin.
Bubbler Talk is one of WUWM’s most popular series and we have an update on one of those stories. It has to do with a huge, rusted metal object that will soon have a second life as a sculpture.
Many low-income students don’t apply to college because they don’t think they can afford it. Milwaukee Public Schools is trying to show students the college options they can afford by requiring them to fill out the FAFSA.
When Maine-based artist Daniel Minter saw the devastation created by Emerald ash borer to towering trees at Lynden Sculpture Garden, he decided to create around it. Two years later his creation has come to life.
The proposed hike is moving ahead. But county supervisors say they want input at town hall meetings.
The Wisconsin Historical Society’s new headquarters will nearly double in size when its new history center opens on Wisconsin’s Capitol Square in Madison. It will feature a traveling exhibition gallery, rooftop terrace and event space.
An oral history project examining the nearly 60 year history of the Beckum-Stapleton Little League in Milwaukee will include the perspectives of founder James Beckum, former players, coaches and many more lives touched by the organization.
A school board in Wisconsin unanimously voted Wednesday to fire a first-grade teacher after she criticized the district on social media.
The sales tax in Milwaukee will go up 2 cents per dollar next year after the Common Council voted Tuesday to raise the rate as part of a bipartisan plan to avoid bankruptcy.
In a dramatic move, Evers used his veto pen to give schools a $325 per-pupil spending hike, increasing what’s known as the revenue limit for the next 400 years.
The queer, trans handyman and artist assistant offers a variety of services in an industry dominated by straight, cis men.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers has signed off on a two-year spending plan after gutting a Republican tax cut and using his broad veto powers to increase school funding for centuries.
For decades Bob Welch has been conserving habitat in the Waupaca area, while sparking his passion for natural resources in others.
The America250 Commission unveiled a citizen engagement effort on July 4 at American Family Field.
A two-year spending plan that cuts income taxes, increases funding for K-12 schools and cuts the University of Wisconsin’s budget in a fight over diversity, equity and inclusion programming has been sent to Gov. Tony Evers.
Elite Wisconsin colleges like UW-Madison and Marquette may have to alter their admissions practices following the U.S. Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action.
The proposed Wisconsin state budget goes to the state Assembly Thursday afternoon, after passage by the state Senate Wednesday. Democrats spent hours unsuccessfully trying to talk the GOP out of approving a large tax cut.
Just before 9 p.m. Wednesday, Senate Majority Leader introduces surprise resolution, forces vote.
Rothman says cuts could lead to more closures of small campuses. It could also disrupt the UW’s new free tuition “promise” to students from low-income families.
A plume of smoke from Canadian wildfires blanketed Milwaukee on Tuesday, where the Air Quality Index was in the purple or “very unhealthy" for everyone.
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson shared his vision of a future Milwaukee during his State of the City address Monday afternoon.
The Biden Administration announced the funding this week as part of a national release of money.
Council members may try to push back against some Republican requirements for Milwaukee.
Granholm and U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) take seven (minutes) with reporter Chuck Quirmbach.
Legislative action on education funding over the last week has brought good news for schools that serve as alternatives to traditional public schools.
Since the 1980s, more than 200 lesbian bars have closed across the country. Walker's Pint is the last lesbian bar in Milwaukee, one of less than 25 in the nation.
On Tuesday morning, the City of Milwaukee had itself a Climate and Equity Plan. A vote — 13 aye, 1 abstention and 1 absent —signals the common council’s endorsement of a plan that has been debated and tweaked. The plan touts 10 big ideas for action.
Massive storms and eradicating temperature shifts are just two of the sometimes devastating symptoms of climate issues we face. What’s also clear is that it’s going to take an all-hands-on-deck approach to mitigate climate change and adapt to sustain life.
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos says expect income tax cut and efforts to limit property taxes.
Juneteenth commemorates the day — June 19, 1865 — that enslaved Black Americans in Galveston, Texas were told they had been freed. This news came two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation.
You're not alone if you noticed the air is a little more hazy today — Canadian wildfires are affecting Wisconsin air.
Salty Paws is a new doggy ice cream shop that just opened in the Third Ward at 121 N Jefferson Street. All ice cream is made in house, and there's a variety of fun treats for your canine best friend.
The PSC held two public input meetings in Milwaukee on Wednesday, promising further study.
Cardinal Stritch University in Fox Point is closing this year, after years of declining enrollment and funding. It’s a loss for undocumented Milwaukeeans, many of whom attended Stritch and saw it as a welcoming place.
The Wisconsin Legislature has passed a compromise designed to prevent Milwaukee from going bankrupt that also boosts funding for all other smaller communities in the state.
On February 26, 2023 firefighters responding to an apartment fire, found 31-year-old Cashay Henderson had been shot and killed in her home. She was the third Black trans woman killed in Milwaukee in nine months. On Wednesday, supporters and family of Henderson, demanded justice for her death.
As the clock approached midnight, Republicans took a step that Democrats find worrisome.
The school funding bill is part of a shared revenue deal reached by Gov. Evers and Republicans that would allow municipalities to raise more revenue.
Democratic state lawmakers wanted to remove restrictions on DEI efforts. But no, says Sen. Knodl.
Milwaukee Public Museum is staging its eighth annual BioBlitz at Havenwoods State Forest in Milwaukee this weekend. Sixty scientists and conservationists will have 24 hours to find as many animal and plant species as they can.
The so-called "fiscal cliff" could lead to big service cuts. But there may be a way out.
Since opening last fall, the South Asian restaurant has been slinging garlic naan alongside tandoori chicken pizzas.
There’s new leadership in the state Assembly’s elections committee, which means a new approach to lawmaking.
Take a stroll, drive or pedal down a city street and you’re bound to see a variety of yards — from the classic American “every blade of grass green and trimmed” style to what might appear more weed than a lawn.
As an assistant in Toronto, Griffin says he supported players on Black Lives Matter issues.
State lawmakers continue trying to figure out how to address PFAS contamination. PFAS is the name given to a host of what are described as forever chemicals that bioaccumulate in living things — including humans.
Backers say planned trail for the 30th Street Industrial Corridor would advance recreational equity.
Spring is a thrilling season for people who love spotting migrating birds. At a recent bird banding event in central Wisconsin, more than two dozen species were identified in a single day.
A weekend school in Milwaukee teaches kids the Japanese language, music and art. Hear what this unique education entails and the meaning for families in the community.
The social service organization Tikkun Ha-Ir is approaching its 20th anniversary of organizing Jews from all religious backgrounds to serve the greater good in Milwaukee.
A U.S. Supreme Court decision last week has water quality and wetland advocates around the country concerned, including here in Wisconsin. The Court narrowed the scope of federally protected wetlands. UW-Milwaukee School of Freshwater Sciences professor Melissa Scanlan sheds light on the ruling and what it could mean for Wisconsin.
If you want to learn how to make a new dish, you’ll find that many of Milwaukee Recreation’s cooking classes are Korean.
The U.S. Small Business Administration is focusing on Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander entrepreneurs during AAPI Heritage Month and shared resources at a roundtable in Milwaukee in May.
Commissioner Rob Manfred talked about baseball stadium funding at American Family Field Thursday.
The new word recognition test tackles a stubborn disparity in healthcare: As the Hmong population ages, hearing loss is becoming a big problem. But few clinics are equipped to treat Hmong-speaking patients.
The longtime Master Lock factory on Milwaukee's north side plans to close next year, though Mayor Cavalier Johnson hopes to speak with owners.
EPA Secretary Michael Regan chose Milwaukee to announce hundreds of millions of funding to clean up brownfields across the country Thursday. Regan called the 30th Street Corridor parcel he visited "a shining star opportunity."
The Heal the Hood Milwaukee Block Party and Resource Fair returns to the city this weekend for its 11th annual celebration on May 27 between 8th and 12th and Burleigh Street.
City and county leaders of Milwaukee say they like most of a shared revenue bill now before a State Senate committee. But there's still a push to change key parts of the legislation.
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack discusses local grant and possible Republican-led budget cuts for the WIC program.
The Catholic university in Fox Point is closing after 86 years due to low enrollment and a budget deficit.
GOP lawmakers unveil a $125 million proposal. But Democrats wonder how much money will reach cities.
Democrats argue too many strings are attached to Milwaukee's share of the shared revenue boost.
Wisconsin legislators are one step closer to addressing what some have called a “crisis” in the state’s criminal justice system.
Black bear sightings are on the rise in southern Wisconsin. Over the last couple of weeks, black bears have been spotted in Waukesha County, Mount Horeb and in the Madison area.
Northern Wisconsin U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, a Republican, spoke in West Allis. Was it a campaign stop?
At the private University School of Milwaukee, one class recently learned about the treatment of Japanese Americans during WWII. Now, the students are advocating for more lessons like this.
In April, Wausau East High School’s band instructor, Robert Perkins, was accused of using racial slurs and making homophobic comments toward a Hmong student.
Wisconsin has two new laws that are meant to curb reckless driving and carjacking. On Wednesday, Gov. Tony Evers spoke at a bill signing ceremony at Grace Lutheran Evangelical Church in Milwaukee.
Advocates say Milwaukee-area has gaps in service, with many people unable to afford it.
The question is: will efforts to curb climate change result in more pollution in mining areas?
A nonprofit organization is partnering with Milwaukee Public Schools to help students of color and increase representation in the field of education.
Oral arguments regarding the abortion ban passed in 1849 were heard in Dane County Thursday.
The lawsuit challenging Wisconsin’s abortion ban starts up in circuit court May 4, 2023.
It’s not unusual for artists to use their talents to evoke a certain emotion or create a connection. Writers, of course, do too. A couple in far northern Wisconsin fuse the two.
An exhibition called "Native America: In Translation," now showing at the Milwaukee Art Museum, features the works of international Indigenous artists who explore Indigenous history, culture and representation through a contemporary lens.
GOP members who control the Joint Finance Committee say they will now add their own plans.
Activists took to the streets Monday in Milwaukee in honor of May Day, an international day of the worker, in what has also become a day of action for immigrants' rights.
The Power to the People campaign says a municipal utility would lower costs, hasten the transition to clean energy, and tackle the energy burden that disproportionately affects Black and Latinx residents.
An advocate for reproductive rights says she's happy the much-delayed case is moving ahead.
Baseball superstar and Japan native Shohei Ohtani is coming to Milwaukee for a three-game series.
MPS plans to hire 140 teachers from other countries, including Nigeria, Mexico and the Philippines. They’ll join about 60 international teachers who were hired in 2022.
We explore a natural area in southwest Wisconsin. The Kickapoo Nature Reserve not only features trout streams and water coming down over rock ledges but also holds great Indigenous significance.
Milwaukee's police chief says enhancements are being made to a domestic violence "high-risk team."
The youth-of-color led organization Leaders Igniting Transformation, or LIT, is meeting with Wisconsin lawmakers and asking them to support equitable funding for K-12 public schools, accessible and affordable higher education and voting access.
Students, employees and alumni of Cardinal Stritch University are in shock after finding out the 86-year-old school is closing this year.
Milwaukee’s Fire and Police Commission voted to create a new video release policy for police shootings and other incidents.
Advocates say a large conservation project proposed in northern Wisconsin makes both financial and ecological sense, but this week a state legislative committee denied stewardship funding. It’s a complicated story that illustrates Wisconsin’s cloudy conservation funding landscape.
A new original musical from the Bronzeville Arts Ensemble called Zuri’s Crown celebrates Black women, their hair, and the power of self-expression and love. It tells the story of a young Black girl on a journey to find and live as her authentic self.
Landscape architect and restoration team Nancy Aten and Dan Collins will hold the second Land Restoration School this summer at the UWM Field Station. Grappling with our stressed environment and the life within it represents a daunting challenge, but people and programs are stepping up and leading by example to address it.
Outside of Baraboo, Wisconsin, where restoration pioneer Aldo Leopold and his family once stewarded the land, is where conservationists are being nurtured today.
The Milwaukee Bucks swing back into action Wednesday night trying to even their first-round basketball playoff series against the Miami Heat. Even before Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo hurt his back during Game 1 of the series, Milwaukee faced the physical challenges of being the oldest team in the NBA.
Small modular reactors may in the mix, but a major Wisconsin plant wants to operate longer.
A literary art installation at the Wisconsin Center was planned for removal this week without public feedback or input from board members. Some authors and city officials are speaking up.
A national organization based in Madison is sending books to LGBTQ+ incarcerated people across the United States.
On Wednesday, April 12 and Thursday April 13, southeastern Wisconsin was one part of the state under a red flag alert issued by the National Weather Service, indicating an increased risk for wildfires.
WUWM is highlighting the issue of suicide in Black youth through conversations with doctors, mental health advocates and people who have struggled with suicidal ideation firsthand. Here's Marina Murphy's story.
Cardinal Stritch's closing, planned for next month, has put other campuses into action.
Bills in Madison would prohibit banning vehicles and other products based on their energy source.
Cardinal Stritch University, a Catholic liberal arts college, is closing, a year after celebrating its 85th anniversary in Wisconsin. President Dan Scholz says Stritch is facing “fiscal realities” caused by lower student enrollment, the impact of the pandemic and other challenges.
U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joins county officials to tour an under-repair Wauwatosa home.
The hearing is the first of four stops in the finance committee’s so-called “roadshow” to learn what Wisconsinites want from the next two-year state budget.
Republican state Rep. Dan Knodl has won an open Wisconsin Senate seat, creating a GOP supermajority in the chamber that could be used to impeach Gov. Tony Evers and other office holders.
Women and girls don’t always feel welcome in the gaming community. At a recent gaming trade show in Milwaukee, people learned about women in the game industry from an all-female panel.
In the spring election, abortion and the ballot referendums drove West Allis voters to the polls.
Members of Metcalfe Park Community Bridges have made dozens of visits to homes in the area to answer questions about voting and to tell people what’s at stake in the April 4 election.
Quilting has long been a way of telling stories. Milwaukee artist Grace Rother is building on that tradition by exploring her identity as a queer person through quilts.
They say issues expected to go before the court — like voter rights and abortion access — disproportionately affect Native American communities.
At Jorge Masvidal’s Gamebred Boxing 4, local and international fighters will compete in an event headlined by former UFC champion Anthony “Showtime” Pettis, and boxing legend Roy Jones Jr.
Milwaukee is gearing up for its spring election on April 4. Meet the candidates running for Common Council in Milwaukee's 9th district.
Jodi Habush Sinykin and Dan Knodl are offering voters clear choices on legislative powers, abortion rights, crime reduction and taxes.
Residents of the district haven’t had a representative on the Common Council for more than six months.
Milwaukee’s 5th district has been without a Common Council representative since former Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd stepped down last fall. Seven candidates were vying for the seat representing Milwaukee’s far northwest side. The February primary narrowed it down to Annette Jackson and Lamont Westmoreland.
The DNR and Milwaukee Health Department hold press conference community meeting to explain.
In a state with a history of razor thin margins, voter turnout in Wisconsin is key. How are the campaigns, parties and advocates reaching out to Black voters in Milwaukee ahead of the April election?
Federal financial aid for college will be available to incarcerated students for the first time in about 30 years, starting this summer.
Three Wisconsin technical colleges offer online associates degrees in prisons, and some four-year universities offer in-person classes.
The Milwaukee Public Museum has unveiled two exhibition concepts for the future museum, which is slated to open in 2026.
The State Building Commission met Thursday and GOP members saw to it that all proposals failed.
GOP lawmakers send a therapy-related bill to the committee. Democrats predict the measure will stall.
On Tuesday, activists with the Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression, and the Justice for Brieon Green Coalition picketed outside of the Milwaukee County Safety Building following the latest death in the county jail. Four people have died in the jail since the summer of 2022. Activists want answers from the sheriff after 4 deaths in the Milwaukee County Jail in 9 months.
The Milwaukee city attorney calls the city ground zero in the fight against car thefts and subsequent reckless driving it says was spurred by Kia and Hyundai not having sufficient security on its cars.
The only scheduled debate of the general election campaign is marked by major disagreements.
Expect to see more traffic cones and orange barrels as the construction season is underway. Hear how the city is kicking off a series of reconstruction projects.
Milwaukee physicians share recommendations for navigating the current stage of the pandemic.
Milwaukee Common Council President announces plan to authorizing the City Attorney to take legal action against Kia and Hyundai as Wisconsin joins 22 other states in pressuring car firms.
In a state with a history of razor thin margins, voter turnout in Wisconsin is key. How are the campaigns, parties and advocates reaching out to Black voters in Milwaukee ahead of the April election?
The Citizens Utility Board discusses a planned large We Energies solar farm and solar roofs.
Since the pandemic, there's been a shortage of care-givers to address the needs of seniors. Find out why the crisis affects LGBTQ+ seniors the hardest on the first installment of WIGAYZ.
The Secretary-designee of the Wisconsin Dept. of Financial Institutions reported to legislators.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court race is breaking spending records and flooding airwaves, but did you know there’s also a contested race for the Milwaukee-area Wisconsin Court of Appeals coming up in April?
Robert Van Zile, of the Sokaogan Chippewa Community, delivered the State of the Tribes speech.
The fine-dining restaurant has had induction stoves behind the counters ever since it opened more than a decade ago — a rarity in the world of restaurants.
In 2020 the small Town of Campbell in far western Wisconsin found out PFAS has contaminated its well. The town isn't waiting for federal and state leaders to deal with the forever chemical. Campbell is working to secure a sustainable, safe water source for its residents.
Bicycling advocates are hoping to see a big financial boost for recreational trail development in Wisconsin. But first, Republican state lawmakers have to go along with a budget plan from Democratic Gov. Tony Evers.
The Jewish Community Relations Council has released its annual audit of antisemitic incidents.
The push for funding from a coalition of business and community groups comes as more GOP leaders criticize Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' proposal for $290 million in Milwaukee Brewers stadium aid.
Milwaukee native Nicole Acosta's portrait project dedicated to hoop earrings is being adapted for the stage.
Milwaukee County is steering nearly $10 million in federal funds to create affordable housing units in Wauwatosa, Brown Deer and South Milwaukee.
Attorney General Josh Kaul and Max Schachter are campaigning for $2.2 million in the state’s budget for the Office of School Safety. Schachter's 14-year-old son, Alex, died in the Parkland school shooting tragedy in 2018.
Black Space aims to destigmatize mental wellness in Black and Brown communities. Sessions are specifically tailored to Black and Brown men, women, and LGBTQ+ folks. And offering these experiences in beautiful and safe spaces, like the Milwaukee Art Museum, is an integral part of Black Space’s mission.
Under African Skies is a series at UW-Milwaukee that merges culture and stargazing. People curious about African culture had a chance to experience it through music, storytelling and constellations.
Dozens of friends, family and community members gathered for a vigil for trans lives outside of the Milwaukee LGBT Community Center Wednesday, following the death of Cashay Henderson. Henderson was a Black trans woman and the sixth trans person, nationally, to be killed in 2023.
Atty. Gen. Kaul and two GOP law enforcement leaders visit State Crime Lab in Milwaukee.
Legislators brought two new bills before an Assembly committee Tuesday that would raise fines and jail time for various reckless driving offenses and allow municipalities to impound cars.
"I'm not delivering this piece of paper to you. I'm delivering to you the memory of who these people were."
More than 2,000 remains, first buried at the Milwaukee County Poor Farm Cemetery more than a century ago, await identification and reburial.
The state's current wolf management plan dates back to 1999. At that time, the species was on a slow rebound after having been extirpated 40 years earlier. The DNR is proposing taking an adaptive management approach in its new plan.
Former Wisconsin Governor Tony Earl, who couldn't overcome a sour economy and was turned out by voters after a single term in the 1980s, has died. The Democrat was an advocate for gay rights but he also got the nickname "Tony the Taxer" from political foes for tax hikes he signed into law to deal with a state budget deficit.
A new effort is underway to help Milwaukee’s artists develop the business side of their creative endeavors.
African American environmental pioneers and rising stars celebrated at fourth annual event in Milwaukee.
Using cellphones, tablets, and video games longer reduces their environmental impact — and saves money.
Liberal Milwaukee County Judge Janet Protasiewicz and conservative former state Supreme Court Justice Dan Kelly have won Tuesday's primary to face off in the April 4 Wisconsin Supreme Court race that will determine majority control. Conservatives currently hold a 4-3 majority and have controlled the court for 15 years.
The "Art Against the Odds" exhibition at the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design showcases the works of 65 artists incarcerated in 20 Wisconsin prisons. It was organized by the Portrait Society Gallery of Contemporary Art.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers wants to steer more than $500 million in additional state aid to local governments.
The contest to replace retired State Sen. Alberta Darling (R) is getting some national attention.
Ten talented high school students gathered at the Milwaukee Repertory theater this week to compete in a monologue competition. It featured the work of Black playwrights.
Some teachers and scholars today say so much of Black people’s history is still not included in U.S. curriculums. At the same time, some states want to dictate the type of Black history that can be taught.
The plan Democratic Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers unveiled in his state budget proposal includes a new paid family leave program for most public and private-sector workers, tax cuts for the middle class and a plan to keep the Milwaukee Brewers in their stadium until at least 2043.
Nick Drain uses tinted car windows to explore how Black people find ways to make themselves invisible as a means of protection.
Wisconsin established its first wolf management plan in 1999 when the species' numbers gradually grew after being extirpated decades earlier. That plan set a goal to sustain a 350-wolf population. Now the DNR proposes eliminating a number and instead relying on an adaptive management approach.
President Biden's visit to a labor training center earns him good marks, but his to-do list is incomplete.
Shoe-shining and repair is one way to extend the life of your shoes — and avoid the fast fashion cycle, which comes at a cost to our wallets and the environment.
The production creates a comfortable experience for audience members with sensory sensitivities, while maintaining the show's artistic intent.
Fundraising leader praises donations, but says more money is needed partly due to rising costs.
Phosphorus is a common fertilizer for farm fields, but the nutrient impacts freshwater systems around the state. Scientist Harvey Bootsma, whose focus is Lake Michigan, will participate in a conference being held Tuesday in Madison—a wide range of researchers and stakeholders will discuss ways to reduce phosphorus levels in watersheds.
As Milwaukee winters warm, the owner of YardBarberz struggles to maintain staff and clients.
RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel talks party unity and "expected" Milwaukee debate, during visit to city.
A proposed tax incremental financing package may be part of a plan to bring Northwestern Mutual workers from Franklin to downtown Milwaukee.
The arrangement is meant to house the School Sisters of Notre Dame, who are aging and declining in numbers. It also aims to provide the support single mothers need to be successful in college.
Wisconsin’s Black Legislative Caucus kicked off Black History Month at the state Capitol. Lawmakers announced myriad initiatives to celebrate the month.
Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates Dan Kelly and Jennifer Dorow continue to spell out their differences with each other, ahead of the Feb. 21 primary. They also fight each other for conservative votes.
In the wake of the beating that caused the death of Tyre Nichols in Memphis, Milwaukee residents marched to honor his life and call for police reform Sunday.
Studies and computer models look at the state's roadmap to net zero for the electric sector.
The Democratic Gov. Tony Evers wants $500 M in state funds to help kids and adults who need counseling.
The Charles Allis Art Museum has been temporarily renamed for its latest exhibition. The museum’s featured collection will highlight local and international female creators and non-binary people in art.
Gov. Evers said he's open to more shared revenue for communities. Republicans criticize Evers.
A local non-profit known as Rid Racism Milwaukee is honoring four women in the metro Milwaukee area with a "Spotlight Award" for the work they do to advance racial equity.
The Milwaukee Fire Department has reopened a fire station in collaboration with Wauwatosa. First responders and officials say the station will be an essential addition to the Merill Park neighborhood.
The state's 1849 abortion ban protects the life of the mother. But doctors say that's too limiting.
Carina Tran and Mark Nielsen, owners of the Vietnamese restaurant Huế, share what the holiday means to them.
Gov. Tony Evers will deliver his State of the State speech Tuesday evening and the GOP will reply.
A technology startup in Madison has developed a new method to detect landmines and other explosives. The company’s work has piqued the interest of leaders in the U.S and in former war zones.
Sculpture Ava Hager's exhibition at Walker's Point neighborhood gallery, Arts @ Large, reveals the sometimes painful process of creating art.
State Assembly gives final legislative OK to welfare ballot question after more concerns come from Democrats.
Milwaukee County's ARPA Task Force recommends $1.6 M in federal funds for the project to eliminate medical debt for lower-income Milwaukee County residents.
Scientist Nicole Tautges with Michael Fields Agricultural Institute is working with a perennial grain to make it profitable for farmers to grow.
Bob Spindell's refusal to resign, or for GOP leaders to remove him, may have wider implications.
GOP lawmakers continue their go-ahead with efforts that Democratic Gov. Tony Evers can't veto.
Removal of contaminated sediment in the Milwaukee estuary this year signals a step forward in its clean up.
Milwaukee leaders share 2022 crime data and how the numbers compare to the previous year and what the city is doing to bring crime down.
Cavalier Johnson and others discuss how to have a more high-tech workforce in the Milwaukee area.
If you’re interested in getting an induction stove, money is coming to help many people cover the cost.
Voters may get to decide on proposed change in April that could raise bail for criminal defendants.
The four people running for Wisconsin Supreme Court this spring have some major differences, which were in evidence at the candidates' first joint forum Monday. The four are competing to replace Justice Patience Roggensack, who is retiring this summer.
Kate Nelson headed UW-Milwaukee's Office of Sustainability since its inception in 2008. She describes her 15-year tenure as a calling.
Demonstrators criticize an Ascension Wisconsin leader who the union says is responsible.
Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers and Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez are promoting unity. But as the new political year gets underway, they're also making it clear where they differ with Republicans who control the state Legislature.
Clergy abuse survivors and Milwaukee's Catholic Archbishop offer diverse views on the late pontiff.
Arrests made in the death of carrier come as Gov. Tony Evers says public safety help may be coming.
The national shortage of acetaminophen and ibuprofen doesn't mean there aren't ways to relieve symptoms in children. Milwaukee pharmacist gives parents and caregivers tips.
Darrin Madison and Ryan Clancy say they hope to bring a different perspective to the State Capitol.
Hearing loss can be related to age, occupation, disease and other factors. Can hearing aids help?
Milwaukee lost a quiet, yet powerful activist earlier this year. Many of Bill Sell’s 83 years were dedicated to civil rights, social justice and peace. In later years, he took on mass transit and environmental advocacy.
Milwaukee-based Black Leaders Organizing Communities started in 2017 with “a dollar and a dream.” Today, the civic engagement organization is dedicated to uplifting, educating and empowering the Black community.
In 2022, schools and students got into a more normal rhythm. But the COVID pandemic has taken a toll on students' academic achievement and mental health.
Veterans, Veteran Affairs personnel and community members gathered at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center last Friday. They were there to hear how the new PACT Act law may help them and their loved ones.
Fred Royal of the Milwaukee Branch of the NAACP says the alleged undercount is depriving Milwaukee of millions of dollars in federal aid.
An art historian revisits the grisly book of murders and madness and finds it missed part of the story.
The Title 42 immigration restriction is a major issue in Texas, but has some implications here in Milwaukee too.
The concern comes as Ascension is closing its labor and delivery unit at Saint Francis Hospital.
The Milwaukee Jewish Federation and Lubavitch of Wisconsin launch efforts of light against hate.
A 16-1 Milwaukee County supervisors' vote Thursday directs the parks department and county administration to draft a comprehensive report on options for the Domes' future.
The City of Waukesha could start breaking ground on a short, but critical stretch of water pipeline in just a matter of weeks, thanks to a Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors decision Thursday afternoon.
UAW Local 180 President Yasin Mahdi tells WUWM why his members won't accept CNH's contract offer.
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson talk with lawmakers as they continue their push for more financial help from state government.
Waukesha is under court order to begin diverting Lake Michigan water as the city's drinking water source by next September. Waukesha says in order to make that happen, it needs to lay a small bit of the pipeline on Milwaukee County parkland.
The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board unanimously OK'd the DNR’s request to draft standards to limit four PFAS chemicals in groundwater. This marks the agency's second attempt to bring the protective standards to life.
Cudahy overhauled its literacy instruction in grades K-5 to follow the science of reading.
The Democratic Governor hears a wide range of budget requests from an audience in Kenosha.
Researchers will install monitors at schools in the zip codes with the highest rates of asthma-related hospitalizations.
A proposal to build a new, 32-bed juvenile detention facility on Milwaukee’s northwest side is moving forward, but more city approvals are needed before development can begin.
The DOT's plan to rebuild three miles of the East-West Freeway is at odds with some people.
More state money for public safety and simple advice to care for each other are being urged.
Wisconsin's Department of Transportation says it's looking at about 200 potential sites for electric vehicle charging units.
In November, System President Jay Rothman ordered UW-Platteville to end in-person classes next year at its Richland Center campus. Enrollment at the two-year college fell from 567 students in 2014 to just 60 this semester.
As families gather this holiday season, health care workers are urging people to get vaccinated as influenza cases rise.
The city's Granville Advisory Committee endorses the state's plan for a juvenile detention center planned for Milwaukee's northwest side after a discussion about security.
The 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Survey shows one in three Wisconsin high school students experienced symptoms of depression — the highest rate ever seen on the survey.
In a meeting Tuesday in which the topic of historic preservation again was center stage, the Milwaukee County Committee on Parks and Culture passed a resolution calling for a complete analysis of all options for the future of the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, better known as the Domes. Their restoration will be one of the options.
Madison considers possible train station locations as Amtrak says it may be able to start service.
Justice Department Special Counsel wants George Christenson to turn over documents filed by Trump allies.
Over the last four years, Adam Tindall-Schlicht shepherded Milwaukee’s port through storms, fluctuating lake levels and the happy arrival of a Great Lakes cruise ship. He's now transferring his expertise to a new job as administrator of the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation.
So far, the district’s FAFSA numbers aren’t much higher than last year. But some schools, like Milwaukee Marshall, are completing FAFSAs at a faster rate than in 2021.
The League of Wisconsin Municipalities says almost all communities are hitting a financial wall.
The city of Milwaukee is currently battling three viruses simultaneously. Dr. Ben Weston says there's been a steep rise in flu cases and hopefully we are nearing the end of the RSV surge.
After lengthy debate Thursday, Wisconsin's Public Service Commission voted to allow We Energies to increase rates in 2023.
The Milwaukee Democratic Socialists of America and partner groups seek a publicly-owned or cooperative utility to replace We Energies.
The Milwaukee Police Department is getting close to $16 million from the federal government to fund hiring 50 police officers for a three-year period.
One hurdle for Waukesha County Chief Judge Jennifer Dorow is that another judicial conservative is already running.
Democratic lawmaker Sen. Tammy Baldwin speaks on the Respect for Marriage Act as the Senate passes the measure.
Two weeks after overseeing the Waukesha parade deaths trial, Waukesha County Judge Jennifer Dorow appears ready to try to move up and is expected to enter the State Supreme Court contest.
Milwaukee MMA fighter Montel Jackson recently won his bout at one of the UFC’s biggest pay-per-view events of the year at Madison Square Garden in New York. Jackson speaks with WUWM about his victory and overcoming poverty in Milwaukee.
The hiring of Luke Fickell highlights the big money and big pressure of major college football.
Tanning is top of mind, all the time, for a women-owned business in rural southwest Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin festival celebrated breads of the world through tastings, demonstrations and an exhibit on the history of bread.
Republican leaders of the Wisconsin State Senate and Assembly are spelling out their plans for the newly-announced projected state budget surplus.
The legal battle over abortion access will likely land at the state Supreme Court. An election next year could shuffle things up.
The first openly LGBTQ+ member of Milwaukee's Common Council, Zamarripa discussed city efforts to protect the queer community.
There are some differences in how the two peace groups view possible Ukraine peace negotiations with Russia.
City officials and activists gathered Thursday to announce the new LGBTQ+ liaison and talk about safety in the LGBTQ+ community.
The huge Milwaukee shopping mall, closed for nearly 20 years, may be getting close to disappearing.
Lake Michigan is in fair condition—not poor, but not good either. That assessment was shared by a more than century-old, binational commission during a webinar Tuesday evening.
Day two of sentencing is planned after numerous parade case victims spoke to the court on Tuesday.
The Department of Public Instruction calculates report cards based on academic achievement, student growth, and other factors like graduation rates and absenteeism.
The controversial free speech survey was set for release last spring, but was delayed due to concerns from faculty and staff. UW-Whitewater’s interim chancellor even resigned in protest.
State and federal highway agencies recommend a controversial eight-lane plan for the I-94 East-West Freeway.
COVID-19 has been on the decline across the U.S while another respiratory virus is on the rise.
Despite years of debate, Milwaukee County leaders still haven’t decided the fate of the Mitchell Park Domes. The unique bee-hive shaped glass structures, which house collections of plants and trees, are in jeopardy due to lack of funding for maintenance and repairs. Thursday, the county board abstained from voting to apply for National Register of Historic Places status for the Domes.
Wisconsin U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson has defeated Democrat Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes to keep a key seat in Republican hands. Johnson won a third term, preventing Barnes from becoming the state’s first Black senator.
Find results from Wisconsin's 2022 midterm elections for governor, U.S. Senate, secretary of state, attorney general and other key races here.
Gov. Tony Evers has defeated Republican Tim Michels to keep Wisconsin under a Democratic governor. Evers had argued that democracy was on the ballot with Michels, who was endorsed by former President Donald Trump.
While many voters will visit community centers or town halls on Election Day, some will cast their ballot at places like museums and animal shelters.
The candidates in Tuesday's election contests in Wisconsin were very busy Monday, reaching out to potential supporters.
We hear two perspectives on how much climate change factor into priorities of millennials on the eve of the midterm elections 2022.
During close races for governor and U.S. senate, people find multiple motivations to vote.
Milwaukee election official Kimberly Zapata was fired after it was learned that she fraudulently requested military ballots.
Wisconsin's Public Service Commission is about to decide whether We Energies can charge higher rates in the coming year. If approved, residential rates would increase by 13%. Customers shared their views at a public hearing Thursday.
Mandela Barnes and Ron Johnson will be two of the busier people in Wisconsin for the next few days.
Democrat Tony Evers and Republican Tim Michels have different visions for how to improve K-12 education in Wisconsin.
Marquette University poll says Democratic incumbent Tony Evers is now tied with Republican challenger Tim Michels. The U.S. Senate contest is getting closer with Republican incumbent Ron Johnson now only holding a two-point lead over Democratic challenger Mandela Barnes.
Dreamers are raising awareness about the privilege of voting and the uncertain landscape of immigration politics.
Milwaukee is home to the largest concentration of Native Americans in Wisconsin. As the midterm elections approach, events are taking place around the city and state to encourage Native Americans to vote.
A task force including a smattering of public officials has been working the past few years on a plan to address climate change and racial justice in Milwaukee. Members will ask the Common Council to approve the framework in the coming months. A recent public forum set the task force's outreach in motion.
History continues to be made as some people of color win seats that have consistently been held by white politicians. For example, in Wisconsin, only three Black Americans have ever held statewide office. One of them is current Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, who is the first Black man to hold the title.
The collection of unwanted prescription drugs shows the challenge facing opioid treatment programs.
Milwaukee’s VA Medical Center is one of three Wisconsin facilities, and among 4,000 nationwide hosting the VA’s first-ever medication Take Back Day event on Saturday.
Black youth suicide in the United States has been labeled a crisis by some mental health experts. Research shows that Black youth under 13 are twice as likely to die by suicide.
Democrat incumbent Josh Kaul and Republican challenger Eric Toney faced off at debate in Madison.
Milwaukee and state panels to consider aid to assist Fiserv, Inc. to move from Brookfield to Milwaukee.
Visit by U.S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh comes amid tight Wisconsin election races for U.S. Senate and governor.
Wisconsin DNR staff shared some updates with Marinette and neighboring Town of Peshtigo residents and listened to their concerns Wednesday. They're some of the people contending with PFAS-contaminated private wells. This week marked the 18th listening session since they first convened in July 2019.
If Darrell Brooks appeals to the 76 convictions, one issue may be whether he tries to represent himself again or seeks a public defender.
Early in-person voting is underway. Until Nov. 5, people can cast their votes at 14 polling places in Milwaukee. Voters at Fiserv Forum on Tuesday shared which issues are most important to them.
Twelve jurors are asked to issue verdicts on 76 charges against defendant Darrell Brooks.
This week, new data from a gold-standard national assessment was released, looking at student achievement in every state and in urban school districts.
Starting Oct. 25 through Nov. 5, early voters can cast their ballots in person ahead of the midterm election.
Defendant Darrell Brooks and Judge Jennifer Dorow continue their disagreements during trial.
The latest round of testing, which took place last spring, provides one of the clearest pictures so far of how the pandemic affected learning.
The latest round of testing, which took place last spring, provides one of the clearest pictures so far of how the pandemic affected learning.
It's part of a nationwide trend in which poor, less white areas get the worst internet deals.
It's part of a nationwide trend in which poor, less white areas get the worst internet deals.
Defendant Darrell Brooks was often tearful during the opening statement, saying the parade incident was "not intentional."
Defendant Darrell Brooks was often tearful during the opening statement, saying the parade incident was "not intentional."
Usually, the gaps are filled by long-term substitutes or teachers with emergency licenses. The district added another option this year: virtual teachers for students in brick-and-mortar classrooms.
Usually, the gaps are filled by long-term substitutes or teachers with emergency licenses. The district added another option this year: virtual teachers for students in brick-and-mortar classrooms.
The Wisconsin DNR unveiled an interactive tool that lays out locations throughout the state impacted by the chemicals grouped under the umbrella term PFAS. In the meantime, communities are already grappling with contaminated drinking water.
The Wisconsin DNR unveiled an interactive tool that lays out locations throughout the state impacted by the chemicals grouped under the umbrella term PFAS. In the meantime, communities are already grappling with contaminated drinking water.
The disparities came as no surprise to health officials, who are continuing efforts to vaccinate and test for monkeypox.
The disparities came as no surprise to health officials, who are continuing efforts to vaccinate and test for monkeypox.
State Crime Lab experts testify on collecting and analyzing samples from the 2010 Ford Escape allegedly driven by Darrell Brooks last November through the Waukesha Christmas parade.
State Crime Lab experts testify on collecting and analyzing samples from the 2010 Ford Escape allegedly driven by Darrell Brooks last November through the Waukesha Christmas parade.
Wednesday's visit comes as the prosecution says it's ready to rest its case against Darrell Brooks.
Wednesday's visit comes as the prosecution says it's ready to rest its case against Darrell Brooks.
The 1961 Black Nite Brawl is known in Milwaukee as the night LGBT+ people fought back against violence and dicrimination. Sixty-one years later, the site of the former bar is expected to become a county landmark.Brice Smith the executive director of lgbt milWALKee shares more.
The 1961 Black Nite Brawl is known in Milwaukee as the night LGBT+ people fought back against violence and dicrimination. Sixty-one years later, the site of the former bar is expected to become a county landmark.Brice Smith the executive director of lgbt milWALKee shares more.
Lake Ivanhoe is not the resort oasis it was in 1926 or the Black family-filled community it once was. Still, the about-to-be-erected state historical marker will commemorate the significance of the vacation oasis during an era of segregation and strife.
Lake Ivanhoe is not the resort oasis it was in 1926 or the Black family-filled community it once was. Still, the about-to-be-erected state historical marker will commemorate the significance of the vacation oasis during an era of segregation and strife.
Republican incumbent Sen. Ron Johnson and Democratic challenger Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes disagree on plenty.
Republican incumbent Sen. Ron Johnson and Democratic challenger Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes disagree on plenty.
Authors of six autopsy reports discuss what happened to victims and the vehicle in question.
Authors of six autopsy reports discuss what happened to victims and the vehicle in question.
Free fentanyl test strips are now available at dozens of locations throughout Wisconsin.
Free fentanyl test strips are now available at dozens of locations throughout Wisconsin.
The new Milwaukee Public Museum is slated to open in 2026, with its groundbreaking expected late next year. For its interior design, the museum created a public survey to explore ideas for exhibitions and experiences.
The new Milwaukee Public Museum is slated to open in 2026, with its groundbreaking expected late next year. For its interior design, the museum created a public survey to explore ideas for exhibitions and experiences.
DACA has opened many doors for Dreamers. But its protection is limited, and the program has faced many legal challenges over the years.
DACA has opened many doors for Dreamers. But its protection is limited, and the program has faced many legal challenges over the years.
Biden spoke to members of the Milwaukee Teachers Education Association and visited a family engagement event at a Milwaukee public school.
Biden spoke to members of the Milwaukee Teachers Education Association and visited a family engagement event at a Milwaukee public school.
Among registered voters, the October Marquette poll shows incumbent Republican Sen. Ron Johnson tied with challenger Democratic Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes in Wisconsin's U.S. Senate race.
Among registered voters, the October Marquette poll shows incumbent Republican Sen. Ron Johnson tied with challenger Democratic Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes in Wisconsin's U.S. Senate race.
Democratic incumbent Gov. Tony Evers leads Republican challenger Tim Michels by one point in the October Marquette poll.
Democratic incumbent Gov. Tony Evers leads Republican challenger Tim Michels by one point in the October Marquette poll.
Prosecution witnesses continue to testify, and defendant challenges some during cross-examination.
Prosecution witnesses continue to testify, and defendant challenges some during cross-examination.
More bus and rideshare programs are planned for southeastern Wisconsin, but others foresee a lot of cars still on the road.
The United Way has been distributing diapers in Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties since May 2021. In that time, the agency has provided 279,000 baby diapers to its network of 39 local nonprofits. Then nonprofits then distribute the diapers to people directly.
Wisconsin third through eighth graders are doing worse in reading and math, compared to the year before the pandemic.
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention says that suicide is the 12th leading cause of death in the United States. In 2019, it was the second leading cause of death for Black people ages 15 to 24.
The board tasked with overseeing the state’s department of natural resources met in northern Wisconsin Wednesday, where conversations took both anticipated and unanticipated twists from wolf management to internal politics.
Ten students who participated an August protest are accused of violating the student code of conduct and are being sanctioned, according to advocates.
Across Major League Baseball, the percentage of Latino fans and players has been growing.
Darrell Brooks, the man accused of killing six people and injuring dozens at the Waukesha Christmas parade last fall, will get to represent himself at his trial.
The “I Am a Voter” contest wants art that will motivate voters. There's $10,000 available in scholarships for winners.
Milwaukee officials announced that early voters can cast their ballot at Fiserv Forum starting Oct. 25.
When hearing the terms Hispanic, Latino or Latinx you’ve probably thought to yourself: What is the difference?
Wisconsin’s Republican Assembly leader Robin Vos is suing to block a subpoena ordering him to testify before the House committee investigating the attack on the U.S. Capitol last year.
Nancy Hernandez is the president of Milwaukee’s Hispanic Collaborative. She wants to improve the quality of life for Wisconsin's growing Latino community.
It means starting next year, city employees will get June 19 as a paid holiday and city offices will be closed in recognition of the day.
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke Thursday in Milwaukee to the Democratic Attorneys General Association. Vice President also briefly met with UW-Milwaukee students and Latino leaders.
Initial data shows the number of freshmen and new transfer students is at the highest point since 2018. That’s after pandemic-driven declines in freshman enrollment nationwide.
The proposal would allow voters to shape state law through referendum on any number of issues — not just abortion.
Not so long ago, Milwaukee’s Harbor District was a place you might rather avoid than explore. But that’s changing. In recent years, its 1,000 watery acres have gradually sprung to life.
At Día Bom and AsianRican Foods, diners can find egg rolls alongside empanadas or kimchi with nopales.
As colleges work to enroll more underrepresented students, some of them are pledging free tuition. New tuition promise programs for low-income students are starting in the UW System and at Carthage College next fall.
The Milwaukee County Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition is working to address Milwaukee’s drug epidemic and on August 31, the coalition marked International Overdose Awareness Day. Dozens of people gathered in Humboldt Park to honor survivors and to remember the people who lost their lives to overdoses.
The Milwaukee County Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition is working to address Milwaukee’s drug epidemic and on August 31, the coalition marked International Overdose Awareness Day. Dozens of people gathered in Humboldt Park to honor survivors and to remember the people who lost their lives to overdoses.
VA Secretary Denis McDonough spoke at Legion national convention in Milwaukee Wednesday.
VA Secretary Denis McDonough spoke at the American Legion national convention in Milwaukee Wednesday and said the Biden Administration is trying to keep the suicide numbers headed downward.
In between Wisconsin legislative sessions, study committees take on tough issues and then propose legislation. One committee is looking at job access for those being released from prison.
In between Wisconsin legislative sessions, study committees take on tough issues and then propose legislation. One committee is looking at job access for those being released from prison.
Evers, who is running for reelection, announced Tuesday he’s directing more one-time federal aid to public schools.
U.S. Senate candidate Mandela Barnes met with seniors Monday after he criticized his opponent, Sen. Ron Johnson, during a 10-minute speech.
U.S. Senate candidate Mandela Barnes met with seniors Monday after he criticized his opponent, Sen. Ron Johnson, during a 10-minute speech.
There is no easy fix to set Milwaukee County’s many parks on solid financial footing. The beloved Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservancy— The Domes —is just one its facilities in desperate need of attention.
There is no easy fix to set Milwaukee County’s many parks on solid financial footing. The beloved Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservancy— The Domes —is just one its facilities in desperate need of attention.
The Evers administration awarded $16 million in ARPA grants, including $6 million to non-profits in the Milwaukee area.
The Evers administration awarded $16 million in ARPA grants, including $6 million to non-profits in the Milwaukee area.
From the Chicken Burn to Mexican Fiesta — the candidates for Wisconsin governor and U.S. Senate were busy campaigning in the Milwaukee area.
From the Chicken Burn to Mexican Fiesta — the candidates for Wisconsin governor and U.S. Senate were busy campaigning in the Milwaukee area.
Hundreds of thousands of Wisconsinites will owe less in student loans following President Biden’s debt forgiveness plan announced this week.
Hundreds of thousands of Wisconsinites will owe less in student loans following President Biden’s debt forgiveness plan announced this week.
Judge Jennifer Dorow continues to rule on legal motions, ahead of Darrell Brooks' trial.
Judge Jennifer Dorow continues to rule on legal motions, ahead of Darrell Brooks' trial.
Wisconsin is taking its first steps in addressing the cases of monkeypox. In Milwaukee, politicians and health experts are collaborating to spread awareness about the virus and respond to the rising cases of monkeypox.
Wisconsin is taking its first steps in addressing the cases of monkeypox. In Milwaukee, politicians and health experts are collaborating to spread awareness about the virus and respond to the rising cases of monkeypox.
As the projected state budget surplus keeps growing, it's a campaign issue in the race for governor.
As the projected state budget surplus keeps growing, it's a campaign issue in the race for governor.
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee announced Monday that it installed 21 Narcan kits at its Milwaukee, Waukesha and Washington County campuses.
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee announced Monday that it installed 21 Narcan kits at its Milwaukee, Waukesha and Washington County campuses.
There's new information about Kenosha-Milwaukee commuter rail, but also there are other ideas being floated.
A new Marquette University poll shows Democrat incumbent Tony Evers and Republican challenger Tim Michels are in a tight race for Wisconsin governor.
A new Marquette University poll shows Democrat incumbent Tony Evers and Republican challenger Tim Michels are in a tight race for Wisconsin governor.
A new Marquette University poll shows Democrat Mandela Barnes has opened a lead in this year's U.S. Senate contest against Republican incumbent Ron Johnson.
A new Marquette University poll shows Democrat Mandela Barnes has opened a lead in this year's U.S. Senate contest against Republican incumbent Ron Johnson.
Every two years electric utilities in Wisconsin are allowed to request more money from customers. The complicated process is called a “rate case” and the Public Service Commission coordinates it. We Energies is asking for more than an 8% increase starting in 2023.
A new art exhibition in Milwaukee examines the remnants of racism in places throughout the country. The photo collection, called “Ghosts of Segregation,” features images of sites and structures that depict how segregation has affected the lives of people of color.
Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson continues his years of battles with the FBI. The two-term incumbent launched his latest round of concerns last week, following the FBI's raid of former President Donald Trump's estate in Florida.
Milwaukee Alderman Ashanti Hamilton will be the new director at the Office of Violence Prevention. Mayor Cavalier Johnson announced the new appointment while former OVP director, Anitta Holliman, wants to know why she was fired.
Milwaukee Alderman Ashanti Hamilton will be the new director at the Office of Violence Prevention. Mayor Cavalier Johnson announced the new appointment while former OVP director, Anitta Holliman, wants to know why she was fired.
Robin Vos' firing of Michael Gableman may not have ended the challenge to an election probe.
Robin Vos' firing of Michael Gableman may not have ended the challenge to an election probe.
Agritourism is a growing segment of Wisconsin’s economy. Kriss Marion and her husband Shannon rent out three vintage camper trailers on their farm outside the small town of Blanchardville, Wisconsin, to help augment their income.
Agritourism is a growing segment of Wisconsin’s economy. Kriss Marion and her husband Shannon rent out three vintage camper trailers on their farm outside the small town of Blanchardville, Wisconsin, to help augment their income.
The festival, presented by Black Arts MKE, is a celebration of storytelling from an African Diasporic perspective. It features the voices of the young people and the elders.
The festival, presented by Black Arts MKE, is a celebration of storytelling from an African Diasporic perspective. It features the voices of the young people and the elders.
The planned youth correctional site on the northwest side of Milwaukee would help replace facilities in northern Wisconsin.
The planned youth correctional site on the northwest side of Milwaukee would help replace facilities in northern Wisconsin.
James Kroll was hired by then Gov. Scott Walker in 2012 to critique the state of the Wisconsin's deer management program. Ten years later, Kroll reports back to the Natural Resources Board.
James Kroll was hired by then Gov. Scott Walker in 2012 to critique the state of the Wisconsin's deer management program. Ten years later, Kroll reports back to the Natural Resources Board.
In a new $55 million facility, the fast-growing toolmaker, Milwaukee Tool, is now making screwdrivers and pliers in West Bend, Wisconsin.
In a new $55 million facility, the fast-growing toolmaker, Milwaukee Tool, is now making screwdrivers and pliers in West Bend, Wisconsin.
Wisconsin’s partisan primaries are over, and voters have decided who they want to advance in November’s general election. So, what issues are on the mind of voters with the November election on the horizon?
Wisconsin’s partisan primaries are over, and voters have decided who they want to advance in November’s general election. So, what issues are on the mind of voters with the November election on the horizon?
Businessman Tim Michels has won Wisconsin's Republican nomination to take on Democratic Gov. Tony Evers. Michels was endorsed by former President Donald Trump. He defeated former Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch, who had support from former Vice President Mike Pence.
Businessman Tim Michels has won Wisconsin's Republican nomination to take on Democratic Gov. Tony Evers. Michels was endorsed by former President Donald Trump. He defeated former Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch, who had support from former Vice President Mike Pence.
Wisconsin will receive nearly $31 million throughout the remainder of 2022 to address the opioid crisis. The money comes from the National Prescription Opiate Litigation Settlement.
The main Republican contenders compete to square off against Democrat Gov. Tony Evers in November.
The Sikh Temple of Wisconsin held a 10-year remembrance vigil to honor the seven victims of a fatal hate crime. It was August 5, 2012, when a white supremacist killed six people at the temple. A seventh person died in 2020.
Republicans on Friday unanimously chose Milwaukee in swing state Wisconsin to host the 2024 national convention, beating out Nashville in deep-red Tennessee.
After a Journal Sentinel article described the Milwaukee County Jail as a “ticking time bomb,” four candidates for Milwaukee County sheriff addressed the issue at a candidates’ forum ahead of Tuesday' primary.
Adam Steen takes on Vos, charging that the lawmaker isn't listening to the people's will.
Former Vice President Mike Pence visited Pewaukee on Wednesday to back Rebecca Kleefisch’s campaign for governor and show his support for local law enforcement.
Hundreds of charging stations to be set up for EV drivers who want to make the 1,100 mile trip.
All three of the Republican candidates for Wisconsin governor reportedly sought the endorsement of former President Donald Trump. But when asked whether they would support him for president in 2024, none made a commitment.
A look at the August 9 Democratic primary for Wisconsin secretary of state, ahead of what's expected to be a major Republican election effort in November.
Tens of thousands of people in Wisconsin have voted absentee already. What should they do if they voted for a candidate who’s dropped out of the race?
Tens of thousands of people in Wisconsin have voted absentee already. What should they do if they voted for a candidate who’s dropped out of the race?
Milwaukee Public Schools will require masks when Milwaukee County is in the CDC-defined high COVID category, which is based on COVID hospitalizations and cases.
Milwaukee Public Schools will require masks when Milwaukee County is in the CDC-defined high COVID category, which is based on COVID hospitalizations and cases.
Some people are unhappy about We Energies' plan to delay closing its Oak Creek Power Plant due to “Tight energy supply conditions in the Midwest power market and supply chain issues.” Members of the Clean Power Coalition expressed their concern in front of the utility's downtown headquarters Wednesday.
The new Jewish Discovery Center in downtown Cedarburg wants to reduce antisemitism by educating others about Jewish values. The center also hopes to create a welcoming and familiar place for Jewish families to enjoy.
Renewable energy is considered a cornerstone of a sustainable future. Solar power generation is a key element, one that’s growing. According to the National Solar Jobs Census published this week, solar jobs increased by more than 9% from 2020 to 2021. WUWM looks at the state of solar careers in Wisconsin.
Renewable energy is considered a cornerstone of a sustainable future. Solar power generation is a key element, one that’s growing. According to the National Solar Jobs Census published this week, solar jobs increased by more than 9% from 2020 to 2021. WUWM looks at the state of solar careers in Wisconsin.
The Milwaukee Public Museum unveiled renderings of its new design. Inspired by geological formations at Mill Bluff State Park, and three downtown rivers, designers hope to leave people with an emotional and intellectual experience.
The Milwaukee Public Museum unveiled renderings of its new design. Inspired by geological formations at Mill Bluff State Park, and three downtown rivers, designers hope to leave people with an emotional and intellectual experience.
During Sunday's debate, gubernatorial candidates had similar answers to questions on abortion, Wisconsin's budget surplus, and education.
All eight GOP candidates took part in a forum Thursday at UW-Milwaukee, showing some significant differences in their background and political experience.
Democratic candidates for lieutenant governor discussed women’s rights and the LGBTQ+ community during a one-hour debate at UW-Milwaukee. Sara Rodriguez and Peng Her related topics to their personal lives and shared how they would react to conservative attempts to change federal same-sex marriage laws.
The Menominee Nation has announced that it's the Native American tribe in Wisconsin helping the Seminole Tribe of Florida try to open an off-reservation casino in Kenosha.
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul has filed a lawsuit seeking to hold nearly 20 companies liable for allegedly contaminating the environment with a group of chemicals known as PFAS.
A possible off-reservation Native American casino is a step closer for Kenosha County. The Village Board in Bristol Tuesday night OKed an agreement that gives Kenosha Landco LLC up to two years to buy land village owns in Kenosha.
Milwaukee County’s Parks, Energy and Environment Committee held its regular monthly meeting Tuesday, but the conversation was anything but regular. When discussion turned to the daunting challenge of addressing years of deferred maintenance throughout the county parks system, tension arose.
In June, a Muskego-Norway School Board committee refused to include a novel about Japanese American wartime incarceration in an accelerated English class.
After a Milwaukee alderwoman was removed from the common council because of campaign finance convictions, WUWM asked politics professor emeritus Mordecai Lee about the crime throughout history and how it influences the electorate.
Wisconsin's Department of Transportation proposal sets up alternative fuel corridors and addresses equity.
Mandela Barnes, Alex Lasry, Sarah Godlewski, Tom Nelson and Steven Olikara square off in TV forum.
A small but diverse crowd gathered as musicians, poets and faith leaders shared moments of reflection at a citywide COVID-19 vigil held at Milwaukee's Washington Park Sunday afternoon.
Planned Parenthood of Illinois is combining forces with its Wisconsin counterpart to help patients travel to get abortions following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
For over a decade, That Salsa Lady has sold fresh salsa at farmers markets and grocery stores throughout the Milwaukee area. Fans of owner Angela Moragne describe her as a joyful spirit, a savvy entrepreneur and a force for good.
The City of Milwaukee’s Healing Spaces Initiative is bringing communal areas to blighted spaces in the Harambee neighborhood. The program has brought local leaders and residents together to decide what amenities the spaces should include.
The A&C Live Bait shop in Milwaukee's Harambee neighborhood is the legacy of Acie and Carrie White, sharecroppers' kids turned businesspeople who migrated to Wisconsin from Mississippi more than a half century ago.
Last month, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration approved the use of COVID-19 vaccines for kids under 5 years old. On July 11, the City of Milwaukee Health Department partnered with the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum to offer vaccines and free admission to families who got the vaccine.
Wisconsin Ukrainians Inc. held a fundraiser in Franklin on Sunday that included food, raffles and music.
William Nolen's rich oil portraits — often featuring Milwaukee people and places — are getting attention. At age 82, the matter-of-fact Black man is the first to say that art, hard work and a whole lot of serendipity have been woven through his life.
A sex trafficking victim accused of killing a man who allegedly trafficked her can argue at trial that she was justified in killing him, Wisconsin’s Supreme Court ruled Wednesday in a decision that could help define the limits of legal immunity for trafficking victims nationwide.
The man charged with killing seven people at an Independence Day parade confessed to police that he unleashed a hail of bullets from a rooftop in Highland Park, Illinois and then fled to the Madison area, where he contemplated shooting up an event there.
A local anti-abortion group responds that the state leaders' lawsuit against the 1849 law is disappointing.
Komatsu says it still has production workers at the facility it bought six years ago from P&H/Joy Global at the border of Milwaukee and West Milwaukee, near the Zablocki VA. But that older site will eventually be vacated and possibly sold for re-development. A watchdog group hopes mining for needed minerals won't repeat mistakes of past mining.
Wisconsin Democratic Senate candidates spell out their different backgrounds on abortion rights at the Democratic Convention.
If abortion opponents now try for major restrictions on abortion procedures in Wisconsin, they would be going against new polling data that show most state residents say abortion should be legal in all or most cases.
Wisconsin has an 1849 law that bans abortion, except to save the life of the mother. But whether that law is enforceable is expected to be the center of yet-to-be-filed lawsuits. Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul, a Democrat, said he would have news next week about next steps in reaction to the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling striking down Roe v. Wade.
Baby formula production is on the rise and the U.S. is working to import millions of pounds from around the world. But many families are still struggling to feed their children. Local leaders and parents discuss how they’ve worked to help others amid the shortage.
The Marquette Law School poll released Wednesday shows Mandela Barnes has a slight lead over Alex Lasry in the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate, and Republican Sen. Ron Johnson is about even with each of the top Democrats.
The Marquette Law School poll released Wednesday shows a tight Republican primary race for Wisconsin governor between candidates Tim Michels and Rebecca Kleefisch, and Democratic Gov. Tony Evers slightly ahead of the Republicans.
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration authorized the use of the Pfizer vaccine for everyone six months and older and the Moderna vaccine for kids six months to five years of age.
The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol attack revealed an offer from Sen. Ron Johnson's staff to Vice President Mike Pence's staff regarding fake electors.
Darrell Brooks has switched his plea from not guilty to not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect.
Black women experience the highest levels of unintended pregnancies. As a result, they’re three times more likely than white women to seek abortion services, according to the Guttmacher Institute.
WisPolitics' JR Ross looks at the big issues facing Wisconsin Democrats ahead of their statewide convention in La Crosse next weekend.
Some say auto union workers are fed up with low pay, irregular hours, and injury concerns.
Juneteenth Day on Sunday, June 19, 2022, commemorates the freeing of the last enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, 157 years ago. Milwaukee will kick off its 51st year celebrating.
Three people went missing after they were swept into a channelized river. Experts at the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District and Milwaukee Riverkeepers discuss the city’s floodplain safety efforts.
The EPA has taken a small step toward regulating a few PFAS, known as forever chemicals. The drinking water health advisory is much more stringent than the rule Wisconsin is about to enact.
The future of the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, known to many simply as the Domes, is unclear. Like so many Milwaukee County properties, the plant-filled glass beehive-shaped structures have long been in need to maintenance.
Dr. John Raymond of Medical College of Wisconsin says the good news about COVID-19 is cases have largely "decoupled" from serious outcomes.
Milwaukee's industrial past left behind a rich history, some mighty fine beer, and other products. But unfortunately, it also left heaps of pollution that made its way into Milwaukee waters and sediment and, for the most part, stayed there.
The Milwaukee leaders, Mayor Cavalier Johnson and County Executive David Crowley, pedal on the Mayor's Ride during Bike Week.
The UW Board of Regents, somewhat reluctantly, voted Thursday to extend the tuition freeze in the upcoming school year.
FlexRide is a pilot program that offers adult job holders low-cost rides in a car from the north or northwest side of Milwaukee to Butler and Menomonee Falls, and back home. It's meant to help people who don't have a vehicle or have other transportation barriers that make it hard to hold a job in those suburbs.
Gov. Tony Evers is bringing the Legislature into a special session June 22 to consider a repeal of Wisconsin's 1849 criminal abortion ban. However, one Republican legislative leader already rejected Evers' call to take action.
American Family Field could soon face repairs that exceed the stadium district's reserve fund.
A kit with condoms, emergency contraception and pregnancy tests is the latest effort by reproductive rights advocates in Wisconsin to educate people on pregnancy prevention as the country awaits a decision on Roe v. Wade.
The solar energy industry is asking the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin for a decision on third-party financing of rooftop solar panels. This option allows roof owners who can't afford the whole cost of solar panels upfront to sign a lease or cut another type of deal. We Energies is among the utilities fighting this.
Wisconsin Elections Commission is expected to consider the complaint to keep Republican gubernatorial candidate Tim Michels off of the August ballot this Friday, June 10.
The Wisconsin Legislature is not in session, but Democratic legislators are still trying to press the issue of gun restrictions to an unreceptive Republican majority.
The class of 2022 were sophomores when the coronavirus pandemic shuttered schools. MPS leaders made the decision to stay virtual for most of their junior year. This week, about 3,500 MPS seniors graduated.
The Milwaukee Common Council and the mayor have OK'd a framework agreement for Milwaukee to host the 2024 GOP convention — if chosen by the Republicans.
As of 6 p.m. Wednesday, about 340 people had filed to run for federal and state offices in Wisconsin for the August primary and/or the general election in November. There is a very brief window during which nomination papers can challenged to affect ballot status.
Nonbinary American designer Daniel Quasar created the Progress Pride flag to elevate the message of the original Pride flag. WUWM explores its meaning as it's hoisted up on the Wisconsin State Capitol for the first time.
Milwaukee's mayor and a coalition of churches, schools and neighborhood groups are asking three large insurance companies to help pay for more drivers education for high school students. The hope is that more well-trained young drivers will equal less reckless driving in the city.
Shauna Singh Baldwin, a Sikh educator, reflects on 10 years since the shooting that killed six people at the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin in Oak Creek.
The Military Funeral Honors Program can offer a final tribute to veterans who pass away.
Heal the Hood MKE has been a resource in the Milwaukee community for the past 10 years. Founder Ajamou Butler says they’re projecting close to 2,000 people at Saturday’s block party at 1st and Wright streets in Milwaukee.
Wisconsin State Patrol and other agencies struggle to help reach a goal of zero preventable highway deaths.
A key Milwaukee Common Council committee took up whether to agree to a contract with the Republican National Committee to potentially host its 2024 convention and delayed a vote.
WUWM is featuring the stories of MATC students, talking about their education journeys with someone who helped them along the way. In the last installment, we hear from Corey Lee — a father of two who graduated with a business management degree in December.
Teachers, school social workers and activists rallied against gun violence Wednesday in Milwaukee.
The stress of not knowing where a baby’s food will come from can weigh heavy on parents. For parents who already struggle with a postpartum mental health disorder, the shortage can seriously damage their ability to cope.
Plans include $50 million in private spending for venues with capacity of 4,000 and 800.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court unanimously decided that domestic disorderly conduct convictions are not a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence under federal law.
The Milwaukee Public Schools Board is set to approve its $1.3 billion budget for the upcoming school year this week. The Wisconsin Policy Forum digs into MPS’s complicated financial picture in a new report.
A new book collection about Sikhism at the Oak Creek Public Library is teaching the public about the tenets of the religion and the history and culture of those who practice it.
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month is an annual celebration of the historical and cultural contributions of people of Asian descent in the United States. It began as a weeklong celebration in the late 1970s, and eventually encompassed a full month by the 1990s.
WUWM is featuring the stories of MATC students, talking about their education journeys with someone who helped them along the way. Tiffany Mosby dropped out of high school as a junior, after struggling to read for years. As an adult, she took classes at Literacy Services to improve her reading so she could get her GED and go to college.
Milwaukee’s mayor and police chief visited Milwaukee Public Schools students Tuesday to respond to their concerns about reckless driving.
As gun deaths mount, Wisconsin incumbent Sen. Ron Johnson, a Republican, says don't blame the weapon.
Wisconsin health officials are urging people in seven counties with high COVID-19 levels to wear masks indoors, and they’re encouraging precautions statewide.
Sunday was a disappointing day for the Milwaukee Bucks and their fans. The team lost the NBA’s Eastern Conference semifinals to the Boston Celtics. More devastating was the violence that erupted two nights earlier within blocks of the Fiserv Forum. Twenty-one people were injured. Some people who ventured to downtown Milwaukee Sunday shared their thoughts on the shootings.
Wisconsin is home to six commonly found salamander species. A seventh, called the four-toed, falls under a cautionary “special concern” status. So, earlier this year when two students found the tiny amphibian at UW-Milwaukee’s field station, they were ecstatic. It was the first ever identified in Ozaukee County.
A tool maker with corporate offices in Brookfield and Milwaukee promises an eventual 1,000 new jobs.
A large Milwaukee area health provider wants corporate collaboration with a North Carolina partner.
Our series featuring the personal stories of MATC students continues with Liana Howard, a mom and aspiring nurse who took her nursing pre-requisites at MATC during the pandemic.
A National Estuarine Research Reserve would bring with it federal dollars to protect and study estuaries and adjacent wetlands. Organizers hope to launch the Green Bay NERR in 2025; in the meantime they're hoping to get more people involved in planning.
As shoppers discuss Kohl's department stores strengths, business analysts look at role of activist investors.
This week, Kohl's department store faces a major shareholder vote, amid much talk of potential takeovers.
Authorities say arson occurred early Sunday at the anti-abortion group Wisconsin Family Action's Madison office. The incident came during a weekend of more protest marches in support of abortion rights.
Last August, about 150 students from the Asian University for Women were evacuated from Afghanistan as the Taliban took over. Eight of them are now studying at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
Wisconsin tribal members and officials gathered at the state Capitol Thursday to mark National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls.
Milwaukee-area residents are speaking out in support of abortion rights. On Wednesday, hundreds of protestors gathered for a rally and march in downtown Milwaukee in response to a leaked draft opinion from the U.S. Supreme Court that would overturn Roe v. Wade.
City and county officials as well as the Wisconsin Department of Transportation are reevaluating Wisconsin Highway 175, between Wisconsin and Lisbon avenues, to become more friendly to people than heavy traffic.
What challenges are today’s college students facing, and what motivates them to earn their degree? MATC student Troy Muns talks about these questions with someone who has helped him on his education journey.
Marquette politics professor Paul Nolette fields questions about the implications in Wisconsin should federal abortion precedent be overturned.
The effort by the Havenwoods Business Improvement District to reduce crime through the use of cameras that read license plates is backed by the Milwaukee Police Department and district attorney.
May Day marchers in Milwaukee want President Joe Biden to live up to campaign promises and criticize Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson.
Riverwest Food Pantry's new name — Kinship Community Food Center — reflects its "everyone has something to give, everyone has something to receive" philosophy.
A new Marquette Law School Poll shows the Democratic U.S. Senate race has tightened. It also highlights the issues that might motivate voters.
Republican Tim Michels, a multimillionaire construction company co-owner who last ran for office nearly two decades ago, has launched his campaign for governor in Wisconsin.
There’s no doubt people who bike to work do right by the environment. But how do we nudge more people onto the paths and streets of Milwaukee?
Superintendent Keith Posley said the main metric MPS is using to determine its mask policy is the city of Milwaukee’s COVID case burden.
Pete Buttigieg visits a Wisconsin Operating Engineers training site and talks to visiting students.
Dealing with climate change is critical for the planet’s future. Individual actions add up, including consumer decisions about fashion.
Tuesday, many MPS students and teachers went to school without masks for the first time in two years.
Climate change is such a daunting topic, but it is possible to make a difference by taking small steps to reduce your carbon footprint. One way is to adjust how you shop for household goods.
Former Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch was part of Walker administration's effort to bring Foxconn to Wisconsin. Now, Democrats and labor groups are stepping up their criticism of Republican candidate for governor and her early support of the promised factory.
The purchasing of local, fresh food help whittles away at the environmental impacts associated with processing, packaging and shipping. WUWM environmental reporter Susan Bence shares some food for thought from Milwaukee-area three initiatives.
Milwaukee homeowner Francesca Dawson is one example of an effort to make sure cleaner energy reaches all neighborhoods.
The approximately 13-hour recount produced no changes in vote totals. Sean Lowe won Wauwatosa's District 5 aldermanic race 703-702.
The seven Wisconsin Supreme Court justices hear a major case that could affect the remaining 2022 elections and beyond.
Milwaukeean Deborah Blanks partnered with student developers from UWM to create Blackistory, an app featuring quizzes on nearly a dozen areas of Black history — from government and social justice to music and the arts.
Members of Congress are taking a closer look at economic disparities between communities of color and white neighborhoods in southeastern Wisconsin. That look included a bus tour and congressional hearing in Milwaukee Tuesday.
A Waukesha County circuit court judge ruled Tuesday that Wisconsin regulators don’t have the power to regulate PFAS and other emerging toxic contaminants when carrying out an existing regulation.
Mayor-elect Cavalier Johnson speaks to the Greater Milwaukee Committee about economic security and public safety.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) is among those questioning U.S. Postal Service leaders.
Wauwatosa has what appears to be its first Black elected official in the 130 years it has been incorporated as a village. And a second Black individual is a tie-breaker away from being elected.
Who will be Milwaukee’s next mayor? It’s all come down to acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson and former Ald. Bob Donovan and the April 5 election. The candidates came together this week for a conversation about how they would lead Milwaukee in the face of existing challenges.
Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson and former Ald. Bob Donovan talk about their ideas for improving Milwaukee schools.
A land trust was ready to cut the ribbon on a 131-acre conservation project overlooking Lake Michigan in Ozaukee County when Wisconsin's Joint Committee on Finance hit the brakes. Conservation groups say this is not an isolated case.
The Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office announced last week it will not file criminal charges for the Milwaukee Health Department’s mismanagement of its childhood lead program. A local advocacy group is speaking out against the decision.
One of the more contentious elections on April 5 is for a state appeals court seat just outside of Milwaukee County. The race for the Wisconsin Court of Appeals District II judgeship is between Appeals Court Judge Lori Kornblum and Waukesha County Circuit Judge Maria Lazar.
A Milwaukee Jewish organization has released an annual audit of reported antisemitic incidents in Wisconsin. Overall numbers are down slightly from 2020, but the audit documents a large increase since 2015.
Milwaukee Film is hosting its first-ever symposium on pregnancy-related mortality among Black women. WUWM's Teran Powell talks with event’s keynote speaker, actress and mom of two Christina Elmore.
Once abundant in Wisconsin, the number of northern long-eared bats in the state has declined by 99% — and that's just one of many species impacted by a deadly fungus. But scientists are looking for solutions to save bats, including a team from Virginia Tech.
The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday threw out Wisconsin state legislative maps that were preferred by the state's Democratic governor and selected by Wisconsin’s top court, a win for Republicans that also makes it unclear what the boundaries will be for the fall election.
The first Black woman judge on Wisconsin’s courts of appeals, Maxine White, talks about the significance of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s nomination to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Health officials in Milwaukee County say they’re seeing encouraging decreases in COVID-19 cases. But some concerns over the virus persist.
Early voting for the April 5 election has started in Wisconsin. Recent court rulings create new hurdles for voters with disabilities, advocates say.
The Kenosha Unified School District board heard a range of community reactions Tuesday night to the video that showed an off-duty Kenosha officer using a knee restraint on a student. The incident has drawn national attention.
Ahead of the April 5 election, former Ald. Bob Donovan says more use of anti-theft technology can reduce number of stolen cars. And, acting Mayor Johnson said Donovan should realize "complex problems rarely have simple solutions."
Homicides in Milwaukee continue at roughly double the pace of last year at this time. On-site death investigators gather evidence at sites of homicides, suicides and accidents that may help bring closure to grieving friends and relatives, and the police.
More than 15,000 college basketball fans from across the U.S. are expected to be in Milwaukee the next couple days for first and second round regional action in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament.
A Kenosha police officer resigned from his job as a security guard in the Kenosha Unified School District, after a video of him restraining a student with his knee sparked outrage.
Gov. Tony Evers allocates $50 million in federal funds for community safety efforts in Wisconsin.
Ahead of the April 5 election, the contest between Milwaukee's acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson and former Ald. Bob Donovan heats up.
The founder of the Kandahar Women's Advocacy Network, Maryam Durani, fled the Taliban and is resettling in Milwaukee. She tells her story and talks about what's next now that she's in the United States.
On Monday evening at Milwaukee's North Division High School, health leaders will share an update on COVID-19 while marking the two year anniversary of Milwaukee's first COVID case.
Plaintiffs take on Wisconsin U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson and Reps. Scott Fitzgerald and Tom Tiffany for actions related to 2021 Capitol riot and other activities.
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission delays a decision on the long-term future of the Point Beach plant in Wisconsin.
Amid the ongoing horror of Russia’s assault on Ukraine, people in the Milwaukee area stepped up Wednesday in solidarity with the beleaguered country. About 100 people gathered at a Latvian church in Wauwatosa to march for peace.
A $1 million National Science Foundation grant is paying for the pilot of FlexRide Milwaukee, an on-demand microtransit program between the northwest side of Milwaukee and two Waukesha County suburbs.
Employees at Milwaukee’s Carmen charter school network are organizing under federal labor laws, through the National Labor Relations Board.
Tuesday, a Madison judge ordered release of Michael Gableman's 2020 presidential election probe documents. It also came out that Gableman now has a contract extension with Republican lawmakers that will allow him to keep going with his controversial, taxpayer-funded probe.
A new Milwaukee-area juvenile detention facility to help replace the troubled Lincoln Hills center is a step closer to reality. The state Senate gave final legislative approval Tuesday. But Democratic Sen. Lena Taylor opposes using the Chaney Correctional Center location on Milwaukee's north side.
In February, Wisconsin Assembly Republicans passed a bill to break up Milwaukee Public Schools. On Tuesday, Senate Republicans did the same, which now sends the legislation to Gov. Tony Evers.
Sherman Park's food business incubator, UpStart Kitchen, has been finding ways to endure the pandemic and encourage minority entrepreneurs.
Republicans have filed their appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court , asking the justices to quickly block a Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling last week that accepted redistricting maps submitted by Democratic Gov. Tony Evers. WUWM asks a conservative lawyer why he's joined the appeal of Wisconsin's redistricting case.
Republicans, unhappy with a Wisconsin Supreme Court redistricting decision, seek help from Washington.
The Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood moves a step closer to reality, thanks to $15 million in federal funds.
A divided Wisconsin Supreme Court has adopted “least change” legislative and congressional redistricting maps submitted by Democratic Gov. Tony Evers, a plan that keeps Republican majorities in place by making few deviations to current districts.
Wisconsinites concerned about environmental inaction are holding eight consecutive Friday rallies around the state, including on the UW-Milwaukee campus.
According to the latest Marquette Poll, many Wisconsinites are not yet glued into primary races. And on the issues, concern about inflation is up and coronavirus concerns are down.
A coalition of Milwaukee groups that are often at odds are campaigning together for state lawmakers to spend some of Wisconsin’s $4 billion surplus on schools.
The fairness and accuracy of Wisconsin’s elections continues to be the topic of conversation among state lawmakers. Monday the Senate Committee on Elections, Election Process Reform and Ethics held a public hearing on several bills.
Parents of Rufus King High School students aired their concerns at a virtual town hall Monday night, following a shooting outside of the school last week.
Wisconsin's U.S. Senate contest is now a stop for the debate over whether to build a new fleet of postal delivery vehicles in the state.
Enbridge's Line 5 has been in service for nearly 60 years. The Canadian company proposed rerouting a portion of the pipeline creating a 42-mile loop outside of the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa reservation. Many people are expressing worry about the plan, including people who spoke out at a recent virtual public hearing.
COVID-19 cases remain high throughout Wisconsin, and the emergence of new variants continues to concern state health officials. But in a media briefing Thursday, a Department of Health Services official expressed optimism for the months ahead.
Officials offer ideas on how to spend the more than $1 billion of additional infrastructure money eventually rolling towards Wisconsin.
Families who have been waiting to find out how school districts will spend federal stimulus money may get answers soon.
Some Wisconsin legislators think it should be easier for owners to remove property from the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program and sell it, and are proposing legislation to achieve that goal.
Police offer details on the five women wounded by gunfire Tuesday evening outside Rufus King High School in Milwaukee.
The Milwaukee Health Department will begin another COVID-19 vaccine incentive program on Thursday.
Wisconsin's Legislative Black Caucus is hosting a series of events this month on issues important to Black Wisconsinites. Each week will have a different theme: economic development, health, education and criminal justice.
Local pastor Kenneth Lock, who’s also the only head chaplain/team barber in the NBA, talks about what he’s learned from faith, barbering and basketball during these times.
In January, Ferry Bluff Eagle Council held its 35th annual eagle watching days and for as many years the group has kept careful count on how the majestic bird fares during its winter stay along the lower Wisconsin River.
The candidates for Milwaukee mayor discuss ways to curb homicides and protect the public.
On Wednesday, a jury found Theodore Edgecomb guilty of first-degree reckless homicide. Edgecomb is a Black man who killed a white man after a traffic altercation near Milwaukee's Brady Street in 2020.
Health officials in Milwaukee County say there's a small amount of good news about local COVID cases, but there is still plenty of caution.
Kewaunee County has a private well contamination problem and now an already large dairy farm there might be allowed to get even bigger. The prospect is raising concern around the state.
On Monday, Vice President Kamala Harris visited Milwaukee and spoke with residents on the front lines of lead contamination.