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Dameon Peters' blood alcohol was 0.236 — nearly three times the legal limit — when his MCTS bus struck and killed George Kayser in Greenfield.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Westown's Blue Building owner wants a city tax district to help fund the plan; public comment opens Aug. 20.
Politics & Govt in ...
Francesca Hong wants to phase out Milwaukee’s voucher program, putting her at odds with David Crowley and Tom Tiffany.
Arts & Culture in ...
The Oriental Theatre's 70mm screenings demand heavy lifting, meticulous preparation and a little projection-booth bravery. Milwaukee Film is turning that work into a weeklong movie event.
Retail & Industry in ...
Acuity Insurance CEO Melissa Winter will receive BizTimes Media’s Woman Executive of the Year honor in Brookfield this month. The award caps a nearly three-decade climb through the Sheboygan insurer.
Tony Evers is taking David Crowley on the road as Wisconsin Democrats race toward a primary dominated by Francesca Hong.
Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams promoted a Wisconsin Rapids data center proposal Saturday, only to face sharp pushback from residents.
A Milwaukee man convicted in a 2024 police chase crash received 12 years in prison and 12 years of extended supervision.
A 13-year-old girl was flown to Milwaukee after an ATV rollover near Elkhart Lake. Police say she was thrown from the vehicle and may have been struck during the rollover.
Weather & Environment in ...
Milwaukee is in for a rainy, windy Saturday with up to 2 inches of additional rain possible. Lake Michigan beaches will also face dangerous waves and currents through Sunday night.
Science, Tech & Medicine in ...
A Milwaukee-led clinical trial will test intensive brain injury rehabilitation for more than 400 veterans and first responders.
Food & Drinks in ...
Buona Beef and The Original Rainbow Cone are bringing their Chicago-born double act to Oak Creek with a community benefit night, grand-opening giveaways and a menu built for beef-and-dessert fans.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
A surprise We Energies road closure has Milwaukee officials pushing for steep new fines and tougher notice rules.
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