Illegal fireworks were the cause of a fire near Sherman Park on the Fourth of July. The incident is part of a growing trend in Milwaukee: fires caused by illegal fireworks on the Fourth of July.

Wisconsin has missed out on $2.6 billion in Medicaid funding and will still be subject to new work requirements.

Following initial progress, staffing vacancies are again rising in Wisconsin prisons. Improving training, safety and workplace culture would help retain officers, some say.

Wisconsin will receive an estimated $1 billion more annually in federal funds for BadgerCare Plus because the state budget includes a change that pre-empts a provision in President Donald Trump’s big ...

The U.S. Department of Education will stop funding a local program helping local teachers delve into Milwaukee’s lesser-known history. Program staff are appealing the decision.

Dr. Nancy Harper is a leading child abuse pediatrician. She testifies in criminal trials across the Midwest. Defense attorneys and judges have called her testimony into question.

Chesnie Wardell serves as a reporting fellow for NNS. In addition to compiling our popular “5 things to know and do” lists, ...

Jessica Lussenhop covers criminal justice, housing and the child welfare system in Minnesota and the Midwest. Dr. Nancy Harper is a leading child abuse pediatrician. She testifies in criminal trials ...

But first, let me introduce myself. I’m Miranda Dunlap, and I’m Wisconsin Watch’s new reporter covering pathways to success in the region. That means I’ll write stories about how local people prepare ...

The budget doesn’t include full-year postpartum Medicaid, public land acquisition funds or money for more public defenders.

Jess D’Souza had hoped to finally turn a profit this year, aided by a federal program to bolster local food systems. The Trump administration canceled the program, upending her plans.

A student journalist uncovered examples of late-night texts, free rides and sharing of police intel to help students avoid bar raids.