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A new American Lung Association report places the Milwaukee metro among the nation's worst for ozone and flags county-level particle spikes that endanger kids and outdoor workers.
Patchy frost and shallow fog Thursday morning in Milwaukee; showers likely this afternoon with highs near 46°F.
Mayor Cavalier Johnson announced a Grow Solar push at MPD's District Three, aiming to make rooftop solar cheaper through group buys, education and financing.
Light rain this morning, highs near 51°F and a small chance of afternoon thunderstorms. Overnight lows tumble into the 30s later this week—cover tender plants.
Patchy drizzle this morning gives way to gusty west winds and a Small Craft Advisory. Cooler nights bring a frost risk late this week.
Strong winds toppled trees across Milwaukee on Monday, cutting power for tens of thousands. Crews worked through the afternoon to clear downed lines and restore service.
Showers and thunderstorms are likely Monday afternoon in Milwaukee with gusts up to 35 mph. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for nearshore Lake Michigan.
Milwaukee County is replacing decades‑old sirens and adding software to target alerts to neighborhoods instead of sounding the entire county. Officials say installations and testing are already underway.
Patchy fog this morning; highs near 55°F. A stronger system arrives Monday with heavy rain and a chance of severe storms.
Cloudy, cool Saturday clears to sun with highs near 54°F. Rain and thunderstorms return Monday, with gusts and locally heavy downpours possible.
Showers likely this afternoon in Milwaukee with a high near 67°F. Small craft advisory on Lake Michigan; heavier storms may return Monday night.
Warm, breezy Thursday gives way to storms late tonight into Friday. Heavy downpours and gusty winds could cause localized flooding in spots.
Patchy morning fog gives way to sun and a high near 57°F. Showers and thunderstorms return late Thursday into Friday.
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