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A person was found unconscious inside a northwest-side house fire Friday night near 76th and Silver Spring; the individual was rushed to a hospital and MFD is investigating.
Court filings accuse a 22‑year‑old Johnson Creek man of trafficking a UWM student, allegedly collecting thousands and controlling her social accounts.
Weather & Environment in ...
Patchy frost across inland Milwaukee this morning. Cover tender plants; a sharp warm-up arrives early next week.
A shots‑fired call and an attempted car theft led to a pursuit and crash in Milwaukee; three juveniles were arrested and a firearm was recovered.
Science, Tech & Medicine in ...
Waukesha and La Crosse counties have put Aurelian’s Ava chatbot on non‑emergency 911 lines, handling thousands of routine calls while routing emergencies to human dispatchers.
Security footage shows a brawl at a Muskego Taco Bell where a worker pulled a handgun and fired; one person was treated and charges have been filed.
An arrest warrant was issued for Fred Shabazz in the April 9 shooting death of barber Pierre Smith. Investigators say surveillance video and items found in a van tied the suspect to the scene.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Drivers say private downtown Milwaukee lots are issuing $90 notices minutes after payment, forcing motorists into disputes and worries about collections.
Police released images and asked for help identifying a young person wanted in a Feb. 16 shooting that targeted a vehicle near Villard and Hopkins. Detectives want tips or video.
Community & Society in ...
Advocates say hundreds of graves sank at the Milwaukee County Grounds Cemetery after recent floods, prompting calls for a county plan and quick repairs. Descendants want a public timeline.
Kenosha police found a 37‑year‑old woman dead inside a home after an altercation nearby. A man has been detained while detectives consult prosecutors.
Showers and thunderstorms are likely Monday afternoon in Milwaukee with gusts up to 35 mph. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for nearshore Lake Michigan.
Food & Drinks in ...
Oakberry has filed to take a Wells Street retail slot near Marquette University. No opening date has been announced for the planned Milwaukee store.
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