Official filings show DoorDash spent nearly $2.2 million lobbying Wisconsin in 2025 to push a driver-classification bill. The disclosures leave big questions about how most of the money was used.

Unemployment held at 3.5% in April while payrolls rose month-to-month but fell year‑over‑year, keeping Wisconsin ahead of the national rate even as hiring cools.

Aroma Café brings wood-roasted Puerto Rican beans from Barranquitas to 81st and National, turning a small West Allis shop into a neighborhood favorite.

A Korean restaurant is reportedly lined up for the former Applebee’s at 270 W. Holt Ave., adding to Milwaukee’s recent wave of Korean dining options.

Brim Café & Catering opened a walk-in cafe at 622 W. Lincoln Ave., bringing a Mediterranean-leaning menu, coffee and small-event space to Lincoln Village across from the Basilica.

MKE picked up an $8M FAA grant that pushes federal support for Concourse E to about $21.5M. The overhaul will replace the separate international arrivals terminal and is due in late 2027.

Cool, blustery Thursday on Milwaukee's lakefront. A Beach Hazards Statement warns of life‑threatening waves; expect mostly cloudy skies and a high near 52°F.

Imagine MKE unveiled a three-point plan to stabilize arts funding after convening nearly 100 experts. The proposal calls for steadier public investment, better data and coordinated philanthropy.

A conservative legal group filed in federal court, arguing Wisconsin’s professional standard that bars certain 'conversion therapy' punishes faith‑based talk therapy and violates free speech.

Appleton bubble‑tea shop AmberLulu is expanding to Milwaukee’s East Side with a Farwell Avenue storefront and job listings for baristas. The shop brings playful drinks and desserts to a busy corridor.

A former Marquette student was charged May 19 after investigators say data showed his Jeep accelerated through a yellow light in a Sept. 5 crash that killed two teammates.

Franchisee Kardo Rasha has filed plans to turn part of the former North Avenue Market at 5900 W. North Ave. into a Dunkin', reusing the drive‑thru and patio. The project still needs city approvals.

A traffic stop in rural Fond du Lac County turned into a 100‑mph chase and hours‑long SWAT standoff in Waupun, ending in multiple arrests.