Two Hidden Gems of Milwaukee Culture

Photo courtesy of Milwaukee Mandolin Orchestra This local orchestra and art collection are both notable worldwide. READ MORE FROM OUR “HIDDEN MILWAUKEE” FEATURE HERE. Milwaukee Is Home to One of the World’s Oldest Mandolin Orchestras You’d be...

Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Moms for Liberty activist Scarlett Johnson wins her appeal

The News: The Wisconsin Court of Appeals ruled in favor of WILL’s client, Scarlett Johnson, a Wisconsin Moms for Liberty activist sued for defamation for criticizing her school district. The Court agreed with WILL’s argument that Scarlett’s posts...

Milwaukee, county launch food drive during stop of FoodShare benefits

Milwaukee leaders and organizations, from city and county officials to faith leaders to the Milwaukee Bucks, are partnering together for a food drive to support families affected by the federal government shutdown. FoodShare benefits, which are...

Milwaukee city, county leaders launch food drive to support residents affected by loss of FoodShare benefits

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The City of Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS), and other partners are working together to help those affected by the government shutdown. FoodShare benefits are expected to pause Nov. 1, and a...

Wisconsin would create new state disaster aid program under bipartisan legislation

Wisconsin homeowners and businesses hit by flooding and other natural disasters would have a new avenue to help rebuild under bipartisan legislation moving through the state Capitol. The proposals would create a $30 million grant program offering...

Milwaukee Academy of Science unveils new gym floor, completed with donation from Pat Connaughton Foundation

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- A big investment for youth sports has been made in Milwaukee. Former Bucks star Pat Connaughton and his nonprofit foundation have partnered with the Milwaukee Academy of Science. On Tuesday, they unveiled a brand-new gym...

Wisconsin joins 24 states in lawsuit to stop SNAP benefits cutoff amid USDA funding issues

Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul speaks about Drug Take Back Day April 19, 2023. PC: Fox 11 Online (WTAQ-WLUK) — Wisconsin is among 25 states to sue the USDA to stop the Nov. 1 benefits cutoff. On Tuesday, Attorney General Josh Kaul and 22...

Wisconsin Sues Trump Administration For Food Assistance Cuts

Get a daily rundown of the top stories on Urban Milwaukee Sentry Foods, 6350 W. Silver Spring Dr. Photo courtesy of Paul Williams. The State of Wisconsin is suing President Donald Trump‘s administration for allegedly refusing to fund food...

Wisconsin sues Trump administration over FoodShare funding

LET’S GET TO OUR BIG STORY HERE AT SIX. THE WARNING TO HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF WISCONSINITES 22 DAYS INTO THE GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN, STATE HEALTH OFFICIALS SAY FOOD ASSISTANCE BENEFITS WILL BE RUNNING OUT IN NINE DAYS IF THIS SHUTDOWN CONTINUES...

Church Directory for the Week of October 29-November 6, 2025

Ruthton Country Church, Full Gospel-Non-denominational church; Pastor Frank Vanderbush, 507-658-3917. Sundays: 10 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship service. Bible Studies Sundays at 9 a.m. Find us at countrychurch.co on Facebook and Youtube @ Country...

Milwaukee food pantries face urgent need as demand surges

MILLIONS OF AMERICANS ARE ABOUT TO LOSE FOOD ASSISTANCE. THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION SAYS THEY WILL NOT USE $5 BILLION IN CONTINGENCY MONEY TO KEEP PROVIDING FEDERAL CASH FOR FOOD. 12 NEWS NOW CARTER IS LIVE AT THE HOUSE OF PEACE NEAR 17TH AND WALNUT...

Wisconsin women's hockey puts undefeated streak on the line this Friday on TW

MADISON, Wis. -- It's one of the games that you circle on the calendar every season. The Wisconsin women's hockey team will host Minnesota on Friday, and you can catch the game live on Television Wisconsin (Channel 3.2). Puck drop is scheduled for...

Milwaukee Panthers basketball teams prepare for 2025-26 season openers

Bart Lundy Head Coach Milwaukee Panthers Men's Basketball | Milwaukee Athletics WebsiteBart Lundy Head Coach Milwaukee Panthers Men's Basketball | Milwaukee Athletics Website The Milwaukee Panthers men's and women's basketball teams are preparing...

Wisconsin Senate committee considers adding school bus safety to driver’s ed curriculum

MADISON, Wis. (WSAW) - The Wisconsin Senate Committee on Transportation is discussing a bill that would make school bus safety education mandatory for the curriculum for students taking driver’s education. Currently, new drivers aren’t getting...

Children's Wisconsin brings Halloween fun to patients with on-site costume shop

WAUWATOSA, Wis. (CBS 58) -- For the third year in a row, Children's Wisconsin is bringing Halloween fun to patients and families. The hospital hosted an on-site costume shop Tuesday, where kids were able to choose from a wide range of costumes...

Wisconsin joins lawsuit against Trump administration regarding FoodShare funding during government shutdown

MADISON, Wis. (WSAW) - Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul, along with a coalition of 22 other attorneys general and three governors, filed a lawsuit asking the Trump administration to use emergency funds to support the Supplemental Nutrition...

Women’s Volleyball to Host Carroll in CCIW Clash

Via Illinois Wesleyan University Athletics, 2h ago AVCA Release BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – The No. 6 Illinois Wesleyan University women’s volleyball team will host Carroll University in a College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin contest Wednesday...

Women’s Hoops 13th in WBCA Preseason Rankings

Illinois Wesleyan University's women's basketball team is ranked 13th in the WBCA Preseason Poll, showcasing their prominence as the only College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin team to make the list. The Titans secured 96 points in the poll,...

Religious exemption is on the line for Catholic Charities — and other religious groups — in Wisconsin

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Wisconsin food banks brace for end of SNAP funds as federal shutdown continues

Four times a month, the Feed My People food bank hosts a distribution night in Eau Claire, handing out food to anyone in need. On a typical night, about 300 people pass through, according to the group’s executive director, Padraig Gallagher. This...