Wisconsin's DNR issued a state-wide air quality advisory due to smoke from Canadian wildfires, recommending residents limit outdoor activities and take precautions.

Salvadoran immigrant Yessenia Ruano faces self-deportation by ICE despite her contributions as an educator and mother, prompting outcry for immigration reform.

Milwaukee's Common Council to host AKA sorority members for discussions on youth and lead exposure issues during the 11th Annual AKA Day at City Hall.

The Little Read Book in Wauwatosa is closing after 40 years; owners cite family time as the reason. A final sale starts June 15 before the store closes in July.

Milwaukee County joined the CFE Fund's CityStart initiative to create local wealth-building strategies, with a $100,000 planning grant for a tailored Economic Empowerment Blueprint.

Milwaukee's Common Council will host a special ceremony for LGBTQ+ Pride Month, with local leaders and journalists to be honored, amidst festivities including the Pride Parade.

Anna Mae Robertson, WWII vet of the all-Black female "Six Triple Eight" battalion, passed away at 101, leaving a legacy honored with a Congressional Gold Medal and a posthumous Grand Marshal role at Milwaukee's Juneteenth celebration.

Oak Creek Public Library's Friends group offers $5 bag sales at Book Nook on select dates, featuring a variety of literary items, with proceeds benefiting the library.

The Milwaukee Fire Department celebrates 150 years of service, sharing historical events on social media, including significant fires and station developments.

Willie "Baylew" Mitchell will be honored with a street renaming in Milwaukee for his 40+ years of community service, including work with local youth and organizations.

The Oak Creek Public Library is launching a "Learn to Play" Dungeons & Dragons program for beginners, providing free materials and sessions from June through August for those 16 and older.

Kenosha County launches an online survey to assess community health and inform improvement plans, with residents invited to participate and eligible for a $100 gift card prize.

The Locust Street Festival of Music and Art returns to Riverwest, featuring local talent, artisans, music, a beer run, and festivities starting at 11:30 a.m. on June 1.