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A graphic photo that appears to show a man eating a rabbit in a Milwaukee neighborhood is under review by police, the health department and the Wisconsin DNR.
Weather & Environment in ...
A tornado watch and multiple severe thunderstorm warnings swept through parts of southeast Wisconsin Wednesday evening, with fast-moving lines and damaging wind gusts reported.
Police shot and arrested a man after active-shooter calls near North 64th and Sheridan; the suspect is hospitalized but expected to survive and officers are under review.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
A United Express flight returned to Milwaukee on Tuesday after the pilot reported a landing-gear alert. The plane landed safely and passengers were being rebooked.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Waukesha State Bank bought a 78,065‑sq‑ft Pewaukee office to centralize staff and support commercial growth. The bank says tenants will be accommodated during phased moves.
Food & Drinks in ...
A family‑run cafe on Main Street is pouring sand‑brewed Armenian coffee and baking pastries from recipes passed down through generations.
A road‑rage chase in Menomonee Falls turned to gunfire near Maple Road; one driver suffered a non‑life‑threatening eye injury and police are investigating.
Two Milwaukee teenagers were wounded in separate Saturday evening shootings. Police have opened separate investigations and are asking witnesses to come forward.
A 16-year-old driver was arrested after a June 13 rollover in the Town of Calumet that killed a 16-year-old passenger and injured several other teens.
Marshfield council authorized staff to negotiate with a Milwaukee developer to convert the city‑owned Weinbrenner factory into affordable apartments. Negotiations and review follow.
A 50-year-old man was shot and killed early Saturday near 24th and Wells in Milwaukee. Police are asking witnesses to contact detectives or submit anonymous tips.
Sports in ...
Jacob Misiorowski twirled a 95‑pitch complete game, fanning 15 and flashing a 104.5–105 mph heater in Milwaukee's 6‑0 win.
Lightning sparked two structure fires Thursday in Summit and Lac La Belle, leaving a Sunset Drive building gutted, officials say.
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