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Two people were wounded in separate early‑morning shootings in Milwaukee; police are investigating and asking the public for tips.
A 19-year-old was shot Friday night on the 3000 block of N. 18th Street in Milwaukee; police are seeking an unknown suspect and asking for tips.
Food & Drinks in ...
Asian H Express will bring a plated, takeout-first Hmong buffet to 76th Street, selling dishes by the pound and aiming to open in mid‑June.
Horace Mann Middle School canceled classes May 29 after a tragic biking accident on campus; officials say there was no threat and 8th‑grade events will proceed.
A 59-year-old man was killed near 40th and Burleigh; police arrested a 49-year-old suspect and say prosecutors will review charges. The investigation is ongoing.
A longtime Milwaukee martial‑arts instructor was charged after a child reported years of abuse during private taekwondo lessons. Court filings say the suspect survived a self‑inflicted gunshot.
Arts & Culture in ...
HartFest turns 30 in Wauwatosa with The LoveMonkeys and The Gufs, Bunzel’s BBQ Cook‑Off, new tournaments and fundraising for local charities.
Retail & Industry in ...
Modine’s Airedale brand signed a $4B+ capacity agreement and received $165M to fund U.S. plant expansions as hyperscalers step up orders.
Parks & Nature in ...
A DNR grant and pledged matching funds have opened the door to a "super splash pad" at Washington Park where the pool has been boarded up since 2019. County and neighbors will shape the design this summer.
Weather & Environment in ...
Inland highs near 86°F today; a backdoor cold front Wednesday brings gusty northeast winds and spotty showers along the lakeshore.
A 33-year-old was shot on Milwaukee's north side Monday; police are searching for a suspect and asking the public to share tips.
Dense fog hugs the lake shore into mid‑morning; sun and warmth follow with highs near 79°F. Beachgoers should watch for lifeguard flags and rough surf.
A Sun Prairie driver was stopped on I‑94 in Jefferson County with four children in the car and arrested on suspicion of OWI; the children were turned over to another adult.
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