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A Kenosha County mail‑theft probe in Trevor led detectives to meth, marijuana and about 150 distribution items and the arrests of four people. Officials say the investigation remains open.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
A school bus veered across the median on N. Teutonia and crashed into an apartment building; the driver was hospitalized and no other injuries were reported.
A two-vehicle crash at Les Paul Parkway and River Valley Road killed one driver and injured another Tuesday, closing the intersection while investigators worked.
Science, Tech & Medicine in ...
Versiti’s 79,000-sq-ft, $79M research wing is topping off in Wauwatosa, promising new labs, roughly 100 jobs and closer ties with local medical research partners.
The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner was dispatched to a home near 11th and Ring Monday as police established a large presence; details remain limited.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Neu-Life plans a June groundbreaking for NeuVue, a six-story, $16M community hub with housing, training and a rooftop restaurant.
Food & Drinks in ...
Unfinished Legacy founder Brema Brema opened Blue Hour Coffee on Milwaukee’s East Side, drawing big crowds and selling out matcha at the soft opening.
A Dethklok/Amon Amarth show at Landmark Credit Union Live was halted when fire alarms went off; attendees say poor communication left fans and a first responder worried. Live Nation has offered partial refunds.
A 4-year-old boy is recovering after being struck in a West Allis crosswalk Friday night. A 25-year-old driver was arrested and neighbors want tougher enforcement and safer crossings.
Two Milwaukee men were charged after a Facebook Marketplace meetup in Brookfield allegedly turned into an armed robbery; police say the designer glasses were recovered and a court date is set for May 21.
Weather & Environment in ...
Warm Saturday with only a small morning shower risk. Showers and thunderstorms likely Sunday and into Monday with gusty winds and heavy downpours possible.
Retail & Industry in ...
Graycliff Partners bought Tramont Manufacturing and plans to roughly double the Milwaukee maker’s footprint with a second northwest‑side facility. The acquisition keeps operations anchored in the city.
Pabst is discontinuing Schlitz after 175 years, removing a long‑running Milwaukee brewing name. The move closes a chapter on a brand that once helped define the city.
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