To Stop the Next Massive Flood, Milwaukee Has a Billion-Dollar To-Do List
MMSD has a sweeping plan to improve the way the region handles its stormwater, and the urgency is rising with a warming climate and two historic floods in the past year.
Meet the Wisconsin Cheesemakers Striving to Make the Best Cheese in the World
Every two years, the top cheesemakers come to Madison to compete in the World Championship Cheese Contest.
16 Local Voices on 250 Years of Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness
We asked a host of Wisconsin voices, from fourth-graders to the governor, to reflect on America’s big birthday. Here’s how they see our democracy in 2026.
Summer Guide: Walk & Gawk at East Side Mansions
They just don’t make ’em like they used to. You can see exactly what that means on a walking tour of Milwaukee’s most compact mansion district.
3 Must-See Memorials on a Forest Home Stroll
A walk through Milwaukee’s most star-studded burial ground is a great way to while away an afternoon. These historic figures are good places to start.
Meet the People Keeping Polka Alive in Wisconsin
Holy smolka! The nearly 200-year-old music remains a key part of Wisconsin’s culture, and these accordion-toting ambassadors are working to make sure polka is in its future, too.
3 Local Spins on Traditional Polka You Should Know
Wisconsin’s favorite accordion music takes many different forms. These three local groups are pushing its limits.
We Were Wondering: Why Is Lake Michigan So Cold?
Well into summer, the big lake’s water turns lips blue and sets teeth chattering for those who dare venture in. Here’s why.
Your Guide to Biking the Ozaukee Interurban Trail
This three-hour trek is ideal for a summer afternoon, complete with stops for custard and beer.
A Guide to Paddling Milwaukee’s Waters
Whether by kayak or stand-up paddleboard (SUP), here’s how to get out for some quiet water sports this summer.