Case stuns Muskego on last-second field goal to advance to WIAA State Semifinals

MUSKEGO – Colin Gardner could feel the pressure of over 3,000 sets of eyes focusing on him as he lined up for the most important kick of his life. With the Eagles locked in a 3-3 tie with No. 1 seed Muskego, Case’s senior kicker trotted nervously onto the field with four seconds left in what had been a dramatic sectional final. The entire Case football team had taken a knee along the sideline, praying for a brace-faced kid with little more than peach fuzz on his chin to make the biggest play in program history.

West Allis tests AI system designed to make traffic lights more responsive

MILWAUKEE — Traffic doesn’t always follow a schedule. Construction can push drivers onto other roads. A special event can send a wave of cars through at once. One crash can back up traffic from one intersection to the next. West Allis is testing a traffic signal system that...

A different kind of student council makes a real impact in Milwaukee

They lift your spirits, prompt you to think, make you feel grateful and inspire you to do more. They connect you to our community, shining a spotlight on what's good about our city. They're stories that are Uniquely Milwaukee. When we think of who’s making the decisions that affect our...

Milwaukee Public Schools superintendent addresses finances, safety and declining enrollment

MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius outlined her vision for the district’s future during a “State of Our Schools” address, pointing to progress while acknowledging challenges involving student achievement, finances, staffing, safety and enrollment. Cassellius, who has led Wisconsin’s largest school district since March...

New bookstore The Local Bookery focuses on fantasy, litRPG, and banned books

A new bookstore has opened in Wauwatosa with three specific niches: fantasy, litRPG, and banned/challenged books.

$39.1M Financing Secured for Tennessen Flats in Suburban Milwaukee

 JLL Capital Markets announced that it has arranged $39.1 million in construction takeout financing for Tennessen Flats, a 173-unit, Class A multifamily community in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, an affluent suburb of Milwaukee. JLL worked on behalf of the sponsor, Weas Development and Klein Development, to secure the floating-rate loan from...

Cocina Filipina Fare in Milwaukee; check out what’s on the menu

A new restaurant just added a little heat and a whole lot of flavor to Milwaukee's culinary scene. Brian Kramp is at Cocina Filipina Fare getting a look at the food, drinks, and space in Milwaukee’s Washington Park neighborhood.

Colin Porter knocks down back-to-back 3-pointers, extending Marquette’s lead over Michigan

Milwaukee Donut-Eating Contest Smashes Goal, Raises $137K for Boys & Girls Clubs

Milwaukee-based Zizzo Group Engagement Marketing hosted its 10th annual Donut Smackdown Live Event this week, and the mini-donut-eating contest didn't just hit its fundraising goal — it blew past it. The event, held at the historic Oriental Theatre and benefiting Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee, set out to raise $100,000 to help repair an already aging basketball court at Camp Whitcomb/Mason, whose damage had been worsened by severe spring storms.

NCAA All-American Lucy Thomas Enters The Transfer Portal For Grad Season, Will Compete With Stanford Through March

Thomas is the latest senior to enter the portal under the NCAA's new five-for-five eligibility model. She will swim with Stanford the rest of her senior year. Archive photo via Jack Spitser/Spitser Photography. NCAA All-American Lucy Thomas has entered the NCAA transfer portal as a graduate transfer. Thomas is currently...

Milwaukee's 28th Holiday Lights Festival Lights Up Nov. 19 With Fireworks, Free Cocoa

Downtown Milwaukee flips the switch on its holiday season next Thursday, with the 28th annual Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival kicking off at Pere Marquette Park. The six-week celebration begins Nov. 19 with fireworks, free cocoa and cookies, and appearances from Santa and Mrs. Claus, setting the tone for a season of lit-up parks and decorated blocks stretching into the new year.

Milwaukee Bobblehead Museum adds Governor-elect David Crowley to political collection

A new line of bobbleheads from Milwaukee’s National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum will feature Governor-elect David Crowley along with other recent winners in the midterm elections. The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum was founded in 2014 in Milwaukee. As its name suggests, it creates bobbleheads...

Tosa West Boys Basketball Reloads with Team First Mentality

2023–24 Season: 24–6 (WIAA Division 2 State Champions) 2024–25 Season: 20–7 (Sectional Semifinalists Loss to New Berlin) Key Returning Core: Max Gogin (Sr., G), Carter Conway (Jr., G), Logan “Bear” Collins (So., G), Kason Mangum (Sr., C) New Faces to Watch: Nico Kleist, Jacob...

We Energies customers face another rate hike — but smaller, as regulators, Milwaukee Common Council, push back on utility

We Energies customers are in for another round of rate hikes over the next two years, although not as steep as the utility first proposed. Wisconsin’s Public Service Commission voted Thursday to approve a roughly 7% increase in We Energies’ electricity rates spread across 2027 and 2028 — the utility’s sixth consecutive rate hike. The utility expects an average residential customer’s monthly bill to rise between $7 and $8 per month in 2027 and again by between $6 and $7 the following year.

Holiday cookie swap is getting a Milwaukee-sized upgrade

One of the biggest food brands in the country has been sharing home-cooked recipes for decades, and it all happens right here in Milwaukee. Brian Kramp is at Taste of Home, getting a behind-the-scenes look at the people and recipes that keep America cooking.

Nearly $900,000 Raised to Improve Healthcare Access in Chicago and Milwaukee

CHICAGO, IL — A major fundraising initiative is bringing renewed attention to healthcare disparities and the need for greater investment in historically underserved communities across Chicago and Milwaukee. Advocate Health announced that its annual GATHER fundraising event raised nearly $900,000 to support healthcare access initiatives on Chicago’s South Side...

Build first, close later: MPS superintendent pitches new approach to school facilities

Milwaukee Public Schools wants to suggest a list of new buildings and schools targeted for investment or renovation before it closes any schools, Superintendent Brenda Cassellius said at the Great Schools Committee meeting Monday night. “We do not want to come with a list of closing,” Cassellius said. “We want...

Kimberly’s Dulas commits to Marquette women’s basketball

(MARQUETTE COMMUNICATIONS) – Marquette University women’s basketball head coach Cara Consuegra announced the signing of Haylie Dulas on Wednesday. Dulas will join the Golden Eagles for the 2027-28 season. A 6-foot guard from Kimberly High School, Dulas arrives at Marquette as one of Wisconsin’s top prospects and a...

Milwaukee With Kids weekend guide: Start up your holiday spirit

Nov. 13-14 Kick off the 2026 holiday shopping season by strolling through unique gift shops filled with holiday treasures, discovering one-of-a-kind gifts, and enjoying delicious food and drinks from neighborhood eateries. Plus you can travel along the street via horse-drawn wagon and enjoy warm apple cider during the ride. Bavarian...

Vikings Pull Away From Men’s Basketball In Second Half Of Season Opener

APPLETON, Wis. (WLCSports.com) – Wisconsin Lutheran College opened its 2026-2027 season with an 82-69 non-conference loss to Lawrence on Tuesday at Alexander Gymnasium. The Warriors (0-1) and Vikings (1-1) battled through a tightly contested first half that featured eight lead changes and seven ties. WLC was led early by senior Danny Staskunas (New Berlin, Wis.), who caught fire from beyond the arc and scored 21 of his game-high 24 points in the opening half. LU answered with balanced offense, including a strong start from CJ Campbell, who finished with a team-high 18 points. Wisconsin Lutheran used a 7-0 run at the end of the first half, capped by a Staskunas three-pointer with 36 seconds remaining, to take a 40-39 lead into halftime.