Milwaukee City Parks will present early concepts and gather neighborhood feedback at a community design review next Thursday for 51st & Stack Park.

Peregrine falcons have reclaimed nest boxes at four Wisconsin power plants and live nest‑cam streams are now showing the start of the breeding season.

Crews have started March work to clear drains and prep Hart Park’s flood‑ruined stadium for new turf. The Common Council approved a $607,039 contract and the city is aiming for a mid‑May finish if weather allows.

Neighbors near Lake Shore Middle School report near-daily coyote pack sightings and at least one pet attack. Mequon's five-level plan limits removal to verified attacks, leaving residents pushing for faster action.

New renderings for Stella's Playground show a dragon-themed, universally accessible design at Kilbourn Reservoir Park and a $2M goal to break ground summer 2026.

Milwaukee County has put a demolition contract out to bid that targets Holler Park's long‑closed pool and a handful of other underused park buildings. The move is part of a plan to cut maintenance costs and open space for new amenities.

The Apostle Islands ice caves briefly reopened for the first time since 2015 but closed a day later after high winds and shuttle congestion forced rangers to reassess ice safety.

Oak Creek is set to remove twelve Linden trees damaged by freezing temperatures and past improper pruning. Despite this, the Forestry Foreman praises Lindens and their benefits. The city invites locals to report any tree issues for potential action.

Cudahy officials reduce road salt use to protect the environment and save costs, advocating for a balance between safety and sustainability during Salt Week.

The Wisconsin DNR is urging taxpayers to donate to the Endangered Resources Fund during tax season to aid wildlife conservation, with donations being tax-deductible and matched.

The Wisconsin DNR reported a slight decline in gun deer hunting licenses and a marginal dip in the overall deer harvest, with an increase in antlerless deer harvested. Two firearm-related incidents were reported: one injury and one fatality.

Wisconsin's DNR warns hunters not to shoot swans, as all native and non-native swan species are protected by law and misidentification could lead to penalties.

The Wisconsin DNR plans to upgrade Buckhorn State Park, potentially affecting the endangered slender glass lizard, but aims to minimize risks with conservation measures.