Ta Chen International paid $87M to buy the Pleasant Prairie warehouse it had long leased, converting a tenant into an owner at LakeView Corporate Park.

The Common Council quietly approved a $2.1M subsidy for Austin Commons, clearing a key financing hurdle for a controversial 100-unit affordable building in Bay View.

MMSD crews found a major clog in a combined-sewer overflow that may help explain repeated Bay View basement backups and flooding. Cleanup and audits are underway.

IHRA canceled the Aug. 8–9 Midwest Challenge powerboat races in Sheboygan, citing staffing problems; the city will keep some land events while businesses assess the hit.

An overnight e‑bike fire in Ledgeview gutted a duplex; residents escaped and two pets were rescued. Crews from multiple towns contained the blaze while investigators probe the cause.

Oak Creek police say two people were arrested after a recent run of vehicle thefts and burglaries; officials urged residents to lock cars and share video tips.

Heat Advisory runs through Wednesday evening with highs near 92°F. Smoke arriving tonight could make air unhealthy for sensitive groups.

Chicago Fed chief Austan Goolsbee told a Kenosha audience that tariffs, energy bills and other manufacturer cost pressures could push Wisconsin toward stagflation despite low unemployment.

New Berlin crews assisted Tess Corners at a structure fire in the Crowbar Drive area; initial social posts offered few details.

A driver is in custody after a 70-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed on Milwaukee’s north side late Tuesday; police say charges are under review.

A 16-year-old was shot Tuesday in the 2700 block of N. 44th St.; police are asking for tips as the investigation continues.

Sheriff Denita Ball unveiled I.G.N.I.T.E., a National Sheriffs' Association‑backed inmate education and job‑training program. Research on the model shows sharp short‑term drops in rebooking.

Five candidates — including Rep. Gwen Moore and progressive Amy Donahue — are on the ballot in Milwaukee’s 4th District. Contested primaries are set for Aug. 11, 2026.