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A former Riverside paraprofessional pleaded not guilty in Milwaukee court to battery of an 18-year-old student with disabilities; bond and a Feb. 23 hearing were set.
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Waukesha County declared a State of Emergency due to extreme cold, closing facilities on January 23, but essential personnel will still report to work.
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Janesville Water Utility shares guidelines to prevent frozen pipes, emphasizing insulation, heating, and letting water trickle, and highlights financial implications for homeowners.
The article informs residents on how to protect their water pipes from freezing in winter, including preventative measures and how to thaw frozen pipes safely, with advice from Waukesha Water Utility.
An Ozaukee County jury found Miguel Aponte guilty of first‑degree homicide in the 2023 Grafton rental‑car killing. Sentencing is set for March.
A Greenfield man faces first‑degree reckless homicide charges after a high‑speed crash killed a 41‑year‑old passenger on Milwaukee's south side.
A four‑alarm fire leveled AJ Anich Lumber in Palmyra overnight, pulling in 30 fire trucks as crews battled freezing conditions. Officials report no injuries and the cause remains under investigation.
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Oak Creek is facing heavy snow, with city crews focusing on main roads due to the limited effectiveness of chemical treatments in sub-zero temperatures, leaving residential streets snow-covered but passable.
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Bora Bora Smoothie Cafe opened in Oak Creek, offering tropical-themed smoothies and an island-like atmosphere to locals seeking an escape from the Wisconsin winter.
A Milwaukee group-home worker faces a felony charge after court records and video allege she assaulted a 17-year-old resident. The case is now in Milwaukee County Circuit Court.
A 25-year-old was wounded near Washington Park Saturday morning; police say the investigation is active and are asking for tips.
Draft & Co. opened at Vel R. Phillips Plaza with 32 rotating draft lines and a focused burgers-and-curds menu in downtown Milwaukee.
A Milwaukee woman was sentenced to 12 years in prison for her role in a January 2023 crash that killed 1-year-old Zarion Robinson.
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