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A United Express flight returned to Milwaukee on Tuesday after the pilot reported a landing-gear alert. The plane landed safely and passengers were being rebooked.
Parks & Nature in ...
Mistari, a zebra foal at the Milwaukee County Zoo, was euthanized after a severe leg injury that vets said couldn't be repaired. A necropsy is planned.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Waukesha State Bank bought a 78,065‑sq‑ft Pewaukee office to centralize staff and support commercial growth. The bank says tenants will be accommodated during phased moves.
Community & Society in ...
Sankofa House, a small Milwaukee recovery residence for people early in addiction recovery, is slated to lose county funding this August — residents fear displacement.
Food & Drinks in ...
A city committee moved to sell a Holton Street building to partners planning Shannon'A'gans, a 'healthier' breakfast-and-lunch cafe with event space and apartments.
Maxon Industries will buy city land and invest about $2.8M to expand its North Side plant, bringing roughly 25 new jobs and new shop space to Milwaukee.
Milwaukee is offering hundreds of tax‑foreclosed houses for sale as‑is, prioritizing owner‑occupants under Mayor Johnson’s Year of Housing. Listings include repair estimates and bid deadlines.
A family‑run cafe on Main Street is pouring sand‑brewed Armenian coffee and baking pastries from recipes passed down through generations.
A city committee advanced a zoning change that would ban very large data centers and add tougher reviews for mid‑size facilities. The rule now heads to a public hearing.
City leaders announced a $1.5M Safe Summer Sites initiative to fund evening drop‑in hubs for ages 12–20 with activities, meals and mentors across Milwaukee. The first details were unveiled at James Madison Academic Campus.
Sports in ...
Road America’s XPEL Grand Prix takes over Elkhart Lake this Thursday–Sunday. The IndyCar headliner runs Sunday at 1 p.m. CT, with tickets, camping and fan activities listed online.
Taqueria El Toro’s owner has bought a 0.74‑acre lot at 2137 W. Greenfield Ave and filed preliminary plans for a South Side food‑truck park. The project is in early review and hours are not set.
Weather & Environment in ...
Scattered storms with small hail possible this afternoon; heavier rain and gusty winds arrive Wednesday. Expect a wet, gusty commute and check forecasts.
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