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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A 73-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed Monday night on Historic Mitchell Street; police say the driver remained and is cooperating. Investigation continues.
A 57-year-old was killed early Monday near Locust and Holton in Riverwest; Milwaukee police say they are searching for a suspect and asking for tips.
Weather & Environment in ...
Dense fog slows Monday’s morning commute in Milwaukee; showers and thunderstorms are likely later and Lake Michigan beaches will be rough. Expect gusty winds and brief heavy rain.
A Milwaukee attorney was sentenced to 21 years in prison and 15 years of supervision after a jury convicted him in a 2022 sexual‑assault case; the victim described lasting trauma.
Community & Society in ...
Seeds of Health will convert Grandview’s building into Veritas East for 2027–28, expanding the Veritas model and backing the move with an $800,000 DPI subgrant.
Politics & Govt in ...
A Pleasant Prairie absentee mailing mix-up sent the wrong ballot to at least two voters; the Wisconsin Elections Commission and USPS are reviewing the case ahead of the Aug. 11 primary.
An early‑morning blaze at a Kenosha Amazon fulfillment center forced the safe evacuation of 360 employees and left the building with heavy smoke and water damage.
A Sussex man was arrested after a stabbing at the Hideaway Motel in Greenfield; the Milwaukee victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to survive.
Sports in ...
After more than a decade, Badger football is headed back to Newsradio 620 WTMJ under a new multi-year deal with UW Athletics and Good Karma Brands.
A 14‑year‑old was struck in a midday shooting on Milwaukee’s North Side; police say a mishandled gun wounded the teen and two men were arrested.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Oak Creek is buying a high-visibility parcel near IKEA for about $3.6M, giving the city new leverage over development at the I‑94 interchange.
FEC filings show Beloit billionaire Diane Hendricks made a $25 million gift to MAGA Inc., her largest recorded political donation, joining a small group of megadonors funding the pro‑Trump PAC.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
Aurora reports $1.93B in community benefit for Wisconsin in 2025, funding mobile clinics, family supports and suicide‑prevention screenings across the state.
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