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VIDEO | Hartford Police present colors at Republican National Convention
“The opportunity was fantastic,” said Hartford Police Chief Scott MacFarlan. “Very proud of my officers. Very honored to have the opportunity to present to the nation. Well done.”. MacFarlan said he was at home watching the event “with extreme pride.”. “What an amazing opportunity for us to...
Grade the Trade: 2 former Bucks return to Milwaukee in mock deal with Bulls
NBA Summer League has officially kicked off, which has taken much of the attention off of the Milwaukee Bucks' decision-making and roster renovation. Yet, while the young Bucks get their feet wet and see more action than they typically might, the front office should be working to further upgrade the roster. They still have a roster spot for the taking, but they could also swing a trade if they really want to shake things up. With Milwaukee's second apron restrictions, it's somewhat difficult to piece together trades, but some ideas are interesting.
'Unbelievable, delicious': RNC visitors are discovering Spotted Cow beer
As thousands of out-of-state visitors descended on Milwaukee for the start of the Republican National Convention on Monday, many seemed pleasantly surprised by a local delicacy: Spotted Cow beer. Spotted Cow is the best-selling beer made by the Wisconsin brewery New Glarus Brewing Company. The company brewed about 230,000 barrels of beer last year, 30% of which will be Spotted Cow, according to a report from the Wisconsin State Journal. ...
On eve of GOP convention, faith leaders warn against white Christian nationalism
Quality Journalism for Critical Times It was nearly two hours into a long afternoon rally Sunday when Rev. Dr. Kevin Shaw took the podium in a packed auditorium on Milwaukee’s Northeast Side. It was not, he reminded the audience, a church service, but from his cadences, the message might have been from a pulpit. “We must understand that democracy is […] The post On eve of GOP convention, faith leaders warn against white Christian nationalism appeared first on Florida Phoenix.
Surprise Ex-Bucks Starter Hoping to Make NBA Comeback
The Milwaukee Bucks are having one of the most disappointing offseasons in the NBA, failing to make any significant upgrades to the roster despite an underwhelming 2023-24 season. The aging roster who failed to meet expectations and lost in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs last season, is seemingly coming back for another run for the 2024-25 campaign.
Donald Trump may be the luckiest man in the world
MILWAUKEE — John Miller arrived at Monday’s RNC protest in full costume: An orange jumpsuit, an oversized Donald Trump mask, and handcuffs, useful for holding onto his plastic water bottle. He stood near a rally point in Red Arrow Park, grappling with the news that Judge Aileen Cannon had dismissed the classified documents case against Trump.
REPORT: Controversial NBA Star Is Now Considering Signing “Historic” Contract In Europe & Fans Are Shocked
The controversial NBA veteran Patrick Beverley spent the 2023-24 season between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Milwaukee Bucks. At 35 years old, the former Los Angeles Lakers star is nearing the prime of his career. Recently, he hinted at an exciting development in his basketball career. Reports now suggest that Beverley could finish his professional playing journey overseas, possibly returning to where it all started.
Delegate Diary: '... the best day ever.'
For the first day of the convention, we began with a wonderful breakfast at the resort and a very enlightening and passionate speech by Dr. Ralph Reed. Dr. Reed went over some of the platform topics and stressed the importance of voting for President Trump. We boarded the bus at 11 a.m. with delegates first. I am a whip, and so we needed to be in the arena and ready to go early. As we boarded the bus, a Homeland Security agent checked bags and...
Milwaukee Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo Gets Concerning Injury Update Ahead of Greece-Puerto Rico Game
Milwaukee Bucks news: Giannis Antetokounmpo and Greece are making their final preparations ahead of their upcoming trip to Paris for the upcoming Olympics later this month. The national team got a little bit of bad news on the Giannis front recently, though, after an injury has forced the former NBA MVP to sit out their upcoming tune-up game against Puerto Rico on Tuesday.
Latest free agency rumor should have Bucks fans smiling from ear to ear
The Milwaukee Bucks have made some nice tweaks to their roster this off-season, but one sizeable question mark remains, and it revolves around who the starting two-guard will be in 2024-25. Right now, those primarily in the mix are Pat Connaughton, Delon Wright and AJ Green. There isn't a clear-cut...
Man faces more 10 years in prison after alleged shots fired and stalking incident
RACINE, WI — A 39-year-old Racine man remains in custody in the Racine County Jail on a $25,000 cash bond after his arrest nearly two years ago after a woman called police about shots fired. Criminal court records show that Felipe Mondragon failed to appear in court in October...
Omro man shot during car sale meetup; two suspects arrested after chase
OMRO (WLUK) -- An Omro man was shot while trying to sell his car and two suspects are in custody. It happened around 7:18 p.m. Monday in the 300 block of E. Main Street. When officers arrived on scene, the suspects had drove away. The victim was taken to the hospital to be treated for non-life threatening injuries.
Union workers at downsizing tractor factory weigh Biden vs. Trump
RACINE, Wisconsin (Reuters) - For workers at CNH Industrial's sprawling tractor plant just outside Racine, Wisconsin, debate over whether President Joe Biden or former President Donald Trump would do more to save their jobs from getting packed off to Mexico has turned into "friendly warfare."
Earthquake Shakes Illinois: Shocking Footage Inside (Video)
A 3.4 magnitude earthquake struck Northern Illinois early this morning. The earthquake occurred a little before 3 a.m. in Southern DeKalb County, near the town of Somonauk. The earthquake was felt in various locations including Winthrop Harbor, Cary, and Yorkville. Heather and Cory were awakened by the quake, initially mistaking it for a storm. Marcia in Winthrop Harbor reported feeling her house shake. A resident in Cary noticed the loud and rumbly noise, distinguishing it from thunder. Dan in Yorkville also felt the earthquake.
He was spat on during BLM protest by a white woman. Civil suit settlement 'disappointing.'
It wasn't the outcome the man once known as Eric Lucas or his lawyer were expecting. Lucas was 18 when he filed a civil suit against Stephanie Rapkin, a lawyer from Shorewood who spat on him during a Black Lives Matter protest in the summer of 2020. A jury last month supported...
Milwaukee under ozone advisory Monday: what that means and what to do
Five counties along the shoreline of Lake Michigan — including Milwaukee County, where thousands are gathered for the Republican National Convention — are under an ozone advisory until 9 p.m. Monday night. In addition to Milwaukee County, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issued the advisory for Kenosha,...
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