Cedar Crest Ice Cream celebrates 50 years of family tradition
Cedar Crest Ice Cream is a family tradition that dates back to 1918.
Feb
2026
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WISCONSIN WORKERS
Feb
2026
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Growing the Wisconsin economy? Missy Hughes has a plan for that
Missy Hughes, the former leader of the state’s economic development agency, is now running for governor.
Feb
2026
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Question of the Week: Minimum wage
What are your feelings about raising the minimum wage in Wisconsin? It’s our newsletter Question of the Week for February 8, 2026 Click one of the options below about whether to increase the minimum wage....
Feb
2026
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Immigration operations in neighboring states inspire local action
Following the shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents in Minnesota, many Milwaukee residents have felt called to prepare their own communities for a potential increase in immigration enforcement, and to support those protesting in...
Feb
2026
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Children’s Wisconsin receives $10 million gift toward research
Milwaukee-area philanthropists Barri and Dave Drury have made a $10 million gift to Children's Wisconsin to support pediatric research, one of the largest donations for research the health system has received. The gift, announced by Children's Feb. 4, is meant to...
Feb
2026
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Reader-approved Italian restaurants in Wisconsin
From hand-made pasta to authentic Neapolitan pizza, Italian cuisine is no stranger to Wisconsin. Across the state, Italian restaurants offer more than just the classics. They highlight locally-sourced ingredients from farmers, seasonal menus and unique atmospheres...
Jan
2026
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The best coffee shops in Wisconsin, according to our readers
Our readers share their favorite coffee shops from around the state.
Jan
2026
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University of Wisconsin-Madison chancellor Jennifer Mnookin leaving for Columbia
University of Wisconsin-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin is leaving at the end of the school year for a job as president of Columbia University. Mnookin, 58, started at UW in August 2022 after 17 years at the University of California, Los Angeles School of Law....
Jan
2026
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12 Wisconsin chefs, restaurants named 2026 James Beard semifinalists
It’s a big year for professionals in Wisconsin’s food and drink industry, and people across the country are paying attention, as 12 chefs, restaurants, bars, bakers and beverage professionals have been named semifinalists for the prestigious James Beard...
Jan
2026
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6 immigrant-owned Wisconsin businesses to support in 2026
Immigrant-owned businesses support the local economy and provide an opportunity to learn about new cultures. Here are six in Wisconsin to check out in 2026.
