The Milwaukee Common Council's budget focuses on neighborhood services and housing stability, as adjusted after public input and set for a full council review.

Milwaukee's Historic Preservation Commission proposed the Milwaukee Arena and Miller High Life Theater as historic sites. The Common Council will make the final decision, allowing for public hearings and appeals in the process.

The Wisconsin DNR launched an online store selling merchandise to celebrate the state's outdoor heritage, with proceeds supporting conservation efforts.

Milwaukee's Finance & Personnel Committee approves an $8 million budget increase for fire department upgrades, with tax implications of $0.002 per $1,000 of property value.

Milwaukee's morning is clear and sunny with a high near 57, following early fog. A brief rainfall is possible post-midnight with a 30% chance. The rest of the week looks clear with no hazardous weather expected.

A wrong-way driver, Jorge Alvarez Mathuzima, with a high BAC level caused a crash in Milwaukee, leading to a pregnant woman's severe injury and her unborn child's death.

A Rhode Island federal judge halted the shutdown of the FoodShare and SNAP programs, offering relief to Milwaukee residents fearing hunger amid the federal government closure.

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers signed Act 46 into law, enabling Milwaukee police to impound vehicles involved in reckless driving. The law was finalized after widespread legislative support.

The Milwaukee County Board's Finance Committee proposes investing nearly $5 million in public transit after a town hall meeting highlighted its importance.

Approximately 700,000 people in Wisconsin risk losing FoodShare benefits due to a potential government shutdown. Grocers and food pantries are preparing to assist, while state politicians debate funding solutions amidst political tension.

Luis Cruz-Burgos is in court for the murder of Canadian tourist Giovanni Robinson over a fare dispute, with the case hinging on witness testimony and absent gun evidence.

Milwaukee is introducing an ordinance to tackle unpaid parking fines, with plans to impound vehicles with five or more delinquent citations starting in 2026.

Alderman Scott Spiker has requested U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to release Milwaukee from its streetcar project's federal grant obligations, due to a yearly $4.2 million deficit.