The Milwaukee Public Museum is changing its name to the Nature & Culture Museum of Wisconsin and moving to a new location in 2027, focusing on the state’s natural environment and cultural history.

The Wisconsin DNR advises the public to not disturb white-tailed deer fawns found alone as mothers often leave them hidden for safety, and to contact professionals if a fawn seems ill or injured.

The Wisconsin DNR introduced Enviro-Nav, a digital tool to help small businesses with environmental compliance, launched during National Small Business Week.

Dr. Diana Ahmad will discuss the history of cowboys at Oak Creek Library, highlighting their cultural significance. Registration is open for the June 3 event.

San Francisco's Advocacy Day on May 14th at City Hall, hosted by council members, offers workshops and a keynote by Mandela Barnes for community self-representation.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley criticizes the federal funding cuts to AmeriCorps, emphasizing the program's community impact and the challenges it will pose for the Milwaukee Justice Center.

Wisconsin DNR plans to issue a permit for potential harm to a rare plant during a street renovation in Douglas County, balancing progress with preservation.

Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II invites 14-24-year-olds in Milwaukee to a youth leadership council event to share their visions for the city's future.

Milwaukee's 13th District hosted a "Beautify the Block" event for Earth Day, led by Supervisor Coggs-Jones, with volunteers cleaning streets and pledging weekly upkeep.

Milwaukee County has enacted the Climate Action 2050 Plan to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, with a 46% reduction already seen since 2005. The plan focuses on green jobs, infrastructure, and addressing vulnerable communities.

Racine, Wisconsin opens its 7th COP House to enhance police-community relations and reduce crime, aided by public-private partnerships and notable for reducing crime over three years.

Alderman Stamper invites Milwaukee youth to engage in the city's future at a listening session at ThriveOn on May 1, offering a platform for their voices in community planning.

Milwaukee's 5th District residents are encouraged to participate in the Project Clean & Green event, offering free bulky item collection from May 5-16, aligned with their regular garbage pickup schedule.