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As Esmir Bajraktarević represents Bosnia in the World Cup, his Wisconsin roots are shining. This is how the Appleton-native became "Milwaukee Messi."

Soccer is "the world's game," but there are reasons why it's been slow to pick up in the U.S., including in places like Milwaukee. Brillantes soccer on Milwaukee's south side works exclusively with girls, for little or no cost.

Milwaukee residents and officials want to see changes to wastewater management and flood response efforts before another historic storm hits.

The commission that oversees the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District has authorized an audit of MMSD and Veolia, the company that manages the region's wastewater treatment plants.

Reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel shows some Walgreens rental leases keep businesses from opening in those buildings, even if the property is vacant.

June is Pride Month, but in an era of the "manosphere," defunding of queer affinity spaces, and anti-LGBTQ+ legislation – it can be a tough time for LGBTQ+ youth. This week they took the stage to share their stories of resilience, pride and joy.

Data centers are under construction in a number of Wisconsin communities. Others are being considered, including in Rock County. Citizens in the region are concerned and are pushing back for protections before projects move forward.

Sheboygan Falls resident Elvira Benitez-Suarez was released from ICE detention last week. While immigration courts have ruled that the mother of four is free to pursue a green card, the federal government has twice detained her.

This year, a former Navy pilot in Milwaukee has turned his grandmother's recipe for amaretto into a finalist for a Good Food Award.

A survey of low-cost childcare provider Head Start shows that families are keeping their children home as ICE enforcement ramps up. Kids who come to childcare are acting out and showing signs of stress.

El Salvador and its President Nayib Bukele have become key players in President Trump's mass deportation plans.

UW-Milwaukee pauses plan to merge student centers until 2027. What does this mean for DEI and student support at UWM?

Last week's shooting in San Diego at an Islamic center is being investigated as a hate crime. Meanwhile, in Milwaukee, local leaders gathered and spoke out.

Milwaukee Public Schools leaders voted this week on a 2026 budget that includes cutting assistant principal positions and adding teachers.

Sarah Levin, executive director of JIMENA, is a guest lecturer Wednesday, May 27 at the Jewish Museum of Milwaukee.

Milwaukee's annual Heal the Hood Block Party & Resource Fair returns May 30. Organizers behind this year's event are stressing the importance of groups collaborating to best serve the community.

Coming up with ways to make our homes more resilient in the face of severe storms can be daunting. We meet a Wauwatosa resident determined to protect his home.

The exhibit looks at modern Jewish identity in the diaspora. WUWM's speaks with the artist, Jac Lahav.

Almost six years after the 2020 presidential election, which Joe Biden won, the Trump administration is still litigating the votes. That fight has now come to the swing state of Wisconsin. So why is the FBI investigating local election officials, and what could this mean for voters?

The term “Black-on-Black crime” has existed for decades, perpetuating the idea that Black people are the biggest threats to each other. A listener wanted our Beats Me series to tackle the topic.

Calls for an audit of the region's wastewater treatment operations continue to grow. Two whistleblowers came forward this spring, alleging wrongdoing by Veolia. That's the company that runs the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District's two facilities. Now, Milwaukee County Supervisors are calling for action.

The Stritch Family Literacy reading program closed along with Cardinal Stritch University in 2023. Now it has reopened at UW-Milwaukee.

Warmer spring weather is prompting ticks to show up earlier than in previous years. Here's how to stay safe as you head outside this tick season.

A 14-year employee at the Jones Island wastewater treatment facility shared concerns about the treatment of equipment and people there. It's the second whistleblower to speak out publicly about Veolia, the company that manages Milwaukee-area wastewater treatment.

Some people don't give up easily, including Village of Shorewood resident Paul Florsheim. He thinks everyone has the right to enjoy Wisconsin's Lake Michigan shoreline. Here's where his case stands.

A Milwaukee-based non-profit is hosting a health and wellness festival on May 23 to celebrate Black women and support Black-owned businesses.

Over the past few months, animal activists have repeatedly broken into a Wisconsin dog breeding farm and testing facility. The story has gone viral for not just the video footage from the break-ins, but also because of conversations about animal testing in the state.

Two weeks ago, destructive winds tore through the Milwaukee area — taking down trees, including mature ones. Arborists aren't just cleaning up, they're working to make our tree canopy more resilient.

Data centers — their size and tremendous need of energy — are top of mind for many people. That includes in Beaver Dam, 70 miles northwest of Milwaukee, Meta's new 700,000 square foot data center campus. Thursday, state regulators OK'd Alliant Energy's contract to provide its energy needs.

Milwaukee's new curfew for downtown food trucks is angering business owners, who say the curfew won't curb gun violence and instead punishes small businesses.

On Nov. 3, Wisconsin voters can expect a ballot question about diversity, equity and inclusion. If passed, it would amend the state constitution.

La Revo Books hosted a book study in February on “Defectors” by journalist and author Paola Ramos. Community members came to together to understand why some Latinos are leaning towards alt-right ideology.

A lawsuit before the U.S. Supreme Court seeks to ban medication abortion pills prescribed via telehealth. Wisconsin providers currently can't prescribe medication abortion pills using telehealth. But women here can still get the pills from providers in other states.

On April 21, longtime "Milwaukee Journal Sentinel" political watchdog columnist Daniel Bice died from complications due to cancer. Reporter Mary Spicuzza joined WUWM's Eddie Morales to share stories about Bice and to discuss the impact of his work.

The Milwaukee Common Council officially recognized the last week of April as Youth Victory Over Violence week, thanks to a charge led by youth to promote nonviolence and mental health.

A recent report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum finds that school referendums and the ability to pass them is creating disparities in school district funding.

Large corporate landlord Highgrove Holdings and its founder David Tomblin are in court battling to keep their properties out of receivership. What is receivership, and can it be used to "evict" Tomblin from Milwaukee?

After weeks of speculation, a whistleblower stepped forward Thursday evening. Former senior Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District official shares concerns about how Milwaukee's wastewater treatment plants are managed.

Changes are coming to how Milwaukee's Department of Public Works collects leaves and cleans streets in the wake of recent flooding.

LaKeshia Myers wrote an op-ed piece in the "Milwaukee Courier" about teen takeovers at Bayshore Mall and how young people need more third spaces.

This documentary uncovers what it takes for an American to shine on the world stage as a cheese expert at the Mondial du Fromage in Tours, France.

LUSH (Lange Urban Sustainable Homes) hopes to be part of the solution to Milwaukee's housing challenges by offering easy-to-build energy-efficient homes.

David Tomblin, founder of Highgrove Holdings, is facing lawsuits that could take over 200 of his Milwaukee properties. The legal trouble follows a campaign by Common Ground, which organized Tomblin's tenants to fight back against him.

An upcoming performance at the Milwaukee County Historical Society pays homage to the history of jazz music in Milwaukee — as well as the state of jazz in the city today.

Compared to 2022, there's been a 54% decrease in fatal opioid overdoses in Milwaukee County.

At a town hall Tuesday, Milwaukee Public Schools parents and teachers spoke out against budget cuts that will cost 260 people their current jobs.

One Milwaukee area resident is working to create a TV show that she hopes will educate people about reducing the waste we create. Meet Marissa Jablonski.

At the end of June, the program that helps protect Wisconsin's natural areas is set to end after funding failed to be reauthorized.

Wisconsin has hit the average yearly number of tornadoes in the state and it's only April. What's going on?

Why did the Universities of Wisconsin fire President Jay Rothman? A State Assembly member and university union leader have some ideas.