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5 things to know and do the week of Sept. 28
Walk and tour the National Avenue street project; watch student presentations at Escuela Verde; join the Harambee Neighborhood Improvement District’s monthly meeting; and more.
Deadline approaching to file for a pardon from Gov. Evers
As Gov. Tony Evers prepares to leave office in January, the pardon process he reestablished may end as well. Here’s what we know and some tips on how to apply before the deadline on Oct. 5.
Donation Lets Madison Put Body Cameras On Cops Two Years Early
Mayor now backs department-wide cameras by 2027, after fatal shooting of Corey Ruiz and rising pressure.
Democrats See Opening In Long-Red Seat Over Data Center Tax Breaks
Rally in River Falls spotlights anger over a $1.6 billion exemption and its GOP author, Shannon Zimmerman.
Weekly News Quiz: September 27, 2026
See how well you followed what happened in Milwaukee over the past week.
The Week’s Greatest Hits
Most popular articles and press releases in the past week
Turang’s go-ahead homer lifts Brewers over Cardinals 3-2 for 102nd win
Brice Turang hit a go-ahead two-run homer as the Milwaukee Brewers beat St. Louis 3-2 for their MLB-leading 102nd win of the season.
Members Only: A Rundown of Our Exclusive Bulletins
A weekly recap of our members-only bulletins, short takes, reporting updates and more.
Wisconsin Cream Puffs will Offer a Taste of Fall
Fall in Wisconsin means changing leaves, crisp mornings and, apparently, putting pumpkin spice and apple crisp inside a cream puff. The seasonal favorites offer a taste of fall at this year’s Harvest Fair at State Fair Park in West Allis. The Pumpkin Spice Cream Puff and Apple…
Milwaukee Chef Featured in New Season of Hell’s Kitchen
Il Ponte and Lupi & Iris chef has had rapid climb through the ranks.
Frankly Music Explores The Soul of a Nation In Season 23 Kickoff
A narrated portrait of Thomas Jefferson meets Copland’s Appalachian Spring in Monday’s east side concert.
Sponsored – Soul of a Nation: An American Portrait
Two works, separated by generations, explore the ideals, contradictions, and evolving identity of America.