The West Allis Arts Collective seeks community members for a meeting on August 12 to discuss the local arts scene and upcoming events, including volunteering for the Tiny Tins Project and September's Art on the Plaza & Arts Showcase.

Milwaukee faces a hot weekend with highs near 91°F, potential showers, and thunderstorms. A moderate swim risk is flagged on some beaches due to high waves and currents.

The Wisconsin DNR has proposed a permit allowing for incidental harm to Blanchard's cricket frogs due to a transmission line project, while still aiming to protect the species.

Wisconsin DNR seeks volunteers for deer and game bird population monitoring to enhance conservation efforts and wildlife management, with easy participation through a mobile app.

The "Cops. Custard. Community." event in Grafton, at Culver’s, combined community engagement with fundraising, where the Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office thanked participants and highlighted partnerships.

Christopher Hoerth was sentenced to 12 years for his sister's fentanyl overdose death in 2020, following a verdict of First-Degree Reckless Homicide and Felony Bail Jumping.

Bronzeville Week in Milwaukee offers a variety of events, including art workshops, a fashion seminar, healing sessions, and a block party, celebrating local culture and wellness.

Milwaukee's Back to School Bash on August 7 offers free school supplies, backpacks, and food to ease students' return to school, emphasizing community and student confidence.

One person died after a pickup collided with a train in Kenosha County; emergency crews responded quickly, and environmental concerns arose due to a damaged shipping container.

A fatal crash in Plymouth, Sheboygan County, killed one and injured two when a car failed to yield while turning, involving an 82-year-old and a 45-year-old driver.

The 9th Annual Justin Terney Memorial Poker Run donated $4,500 to the Pottawatomie County Sheriff’s Office in Oklahoma, supporting scholarships and the K9 Program.

Milwaukee's Bay View Community Center receives $60,000 from the city to support local food entrepreneurs, particularly those facing language barriers, through its Commercial Kitchen Entrepreneur Support Program.

Milwaukee experiences clear skies with a mild 66°F, but suffers from haze due to Canadian wildfires, prompting an Air Quality Advisory. Additionally, high swim risks at Lake Michigan beaches lead to a Beach Hazards Statement until 1 PM CDT.