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A 19-year-old was wounded in a shooting near 61st and Main Tuesday evening; police are seeking witnesses and tips.
A 27‑year‑old has been charged with first‑degree intentional homicide after prosecutors say a dinner argument at a Lac La Belle apartment turned fatal. A preliminary hearing is set for May 29.
A Minocqua brewery's Facebook post tied to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting sparked swift bipartisan condemnation and revived scrutiny of its owner's politics.
Weather & Environment in ...
Strong winds toppled trees across Milwaukee on Monday, cutting power for tens of thousands. Crews worked through the afternoon to clear downed lines and restore service.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Allspring moved its Wisconsin operations into a 42,000‑square‑foot Third Ward office at 417 E. Chicago St., bringing roughly 300 employees downtown and reworking interiors for light and shared spaces.
A police pursuit on Milwaukee's northwest side ended in a crash at Lovers Lane and Silver Spring; multiple vehicles were damaged and a suspect was taken into custody.
A two-month-old and a 28-year-old were shot Friday on Milwaukee’s south side near 8th and Arthur; both are recovering and police are asking for tips.
Politics & Govt in ...
The Common Council voted to limit downtown food‑truck sales to 10 p.m.; the ordinance is effective May 9, 2026. The move was pitched as a public‑safety step.
Showers likely this afternoon in Milwaukee with a high near 67°F. Small craft advisory on Lake Michigan; heavier storms may return Monday night.
A five‑alarm fire at Cold Spring Egg Farm in Palmyra destroyed one building and forced a stretch of Highway 59 to close; no injuries were reported.
Warm, breezy Thursday gives way to storms late tonight into Friday. Heavy downpours and gusty winds could cause localized flooding in spots.
A double shooting near 98th and Carmen on Milwaukee’s north side left one man dead and another injured. Police say the investigation is ongoing and no arrests have been made.
After a marathon meeting, Oshkosh’s council approved a one‑year renewal of Flock license‑plate cameras as residents demanded stricter oversight. The vote trims a proposed two‑year deal while a review committee is floated.
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