Three finalists pitched competing visions for the former CYD site on MLK Drive — a food‑hall hub, a wellness campus, or an arts‑anchored building — with a committee recommendation due June 1.

A Milwaukee judge dismissed the misdemeanor case against a Cudahy father after he completed a deferred-prosecution agreement tied to a 2025 school gun incident. The juvenile's separate case remains pending.

A manhole explosion near Park and Prospect knocked out power to about 4,500 people across Milwaukee and Shorewood while crews repaired an underground cable. Officials say service was restored in roughly an hour.

Morning fog and a chance of early showers may slow lakeshore commutes; sunshine returns with highs near 73°F and a warm Memorial Day ahead.

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.

Morning fog and a cool high near 62°F in Milwaukee today. Showers are possible tonight and Lake Michigan beaches are under a dangerous swim risk ahead of a warm Memorial Day.

Two anonymous alumni pledged $100 million to Marquette High; the school says the money will be used for scholarships and financial aid.

Nearly 300 people packed MSL to oppose a district plan that would let K–5 immersion schools add sixth grade, union photos show.

Gov. Tony Evers formally asked President Trump on May 22 for a presidential disaster declaration after April storms that state and FEMA say caused more than $27M in damage. The request seeks FEMA Individual and Public Assistance plus hazard‑mitigation funding.

A Kenosha narcotics probe led to an arrest after a May 6 search warrant and the seizure of more than $62,000 in drugs, including fentanyl and psychedelics.

David Crowley proposed redirecting $2.5 million in HOME funds to tenant‑based rental assistance for unsheltered Milwaukee residents; the County Board will consider the plan in June.

Mount Pleasant police say convicted sex offender Victor Little will be temporarily housed on Prairie Drive under DOC supervision and GPS monitoring. Village rules and the state registry apply.

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.