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Lost for 150 Years: Maritime Historians Shocked by Shipwreck Found Off Wisconsin Coast!
GREEN BAY, WI – In a discovery straight out of a maritime legend, the remains of the 150-year-old schooner Margaret A. Muir have been found off the coast of Algoma, Wisconsin. This incredible find by maritime historians unveils a dramatic tale of survival and tragedy on the Great Lakes.
Wisconsin voters to decide on constitutional amendments about federal funding
Black Wisconsin voters weigh in on Harris' candidacy
MADISON, Wis. — As Vice President Kamala Harris continues to gain the support of delegates and looks toward a potential Democratic presidential nomination at next month’s convention in Chicago, supporters said they hope the campaign will have new energy. What You Need To Know. More than 91% of...
Benjamin Lindsay sworn in as Ozaukee County district attorney
Ozaukee County's new district attorney, Benjamin Lindsay, was sworn into office Friday morning. The previous day, Gov. Tony Evers announced his appointment of Lindsay, former Ozaukee County assistant district attorney, to the role, filling a vacancy left after Adam Gerol, the former district attorney, was appointed to the Ozaukee County Circuit Court...
Shots fired, pursuit, standoff; Sussex man committed for 7 1/2 years
SUSSEX, Wis. - A Waukesha County judge committed David Macholl on Thursday, July 25 for seven-and-a-half years following a series of incidents in January 2023 that prompted school lockdowns. Prosecutors say David Macholl fired shots at two businesses and led deputies on a chase before a standoff at his home....
Milwaukee man gets life for killing 5-year-old Prince McCree
Confessed child killer David E. Pietura said in court Friday he deserved to never again be a free man for his role in the beating death last year of 5-year-old Prince McCree. A Milwaukee County judge agreed with him. ...
Gerald Ignace Indian Health Center hosting Community Health Fair
MILWAUKEE - On August 1 from 2-6 p.m., Gerald Ignace Indian Health Center is hosting a Community Health Fair. Lisa Albright, Community Health Outreach Coordinator with Oneida Nation of Wisconsin shares more about the event.
MIAD Pre-College 2024 sees record-breaking enrollment
The Summer Pre-College program at the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design (MIAD) returned with record-breaking enrollment in 2024. The popular program, presented by Associated Bank and part of MIAD’s Youth + Community Program offerings, registered 255 students from around the country. Students chose from Core or Advanced classes in everything from fashion and graphic design to photography and animation.
How UWM prepares future educators to teach reading
Everybody agrees that teaching children to read is important. That’s why it is a key focus in the School of Education’s literacy programs. Leanne Evans and Annie Marcks of UWM’s Department of Teaching and Learning lead the efforts to prepare students to use evidence-based practices to teach reading.
CBS 58 checks out Milwaukee's 42nd annual German Fest
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- German Fest is back for the 42nd year in Milwaukee. Grab your lederhosen and head to the lakefront for Oktoberfest beer and brats. Some entertainment favorites are back like the Stihl Timbersports and the Dachshund Derby. Gates open at 3 p.m. Friday, July 25. CBS 58...
Woman who served time for prior child neglect charge now charged in stepson's death
A woman who previously served time in prison for child neglect is now facing charges in connection to the death of her 6-year-old stepson. Anitra Burks, 33, of Milwaukee, was charged Friday with intentional homicide and neglecting a child in connection with Zane Adams' death. Zane, Burks' stepson, was pronounced dead early Monday morning. ...
‘Every other sentence was a lie,’ cries driver who got shoddy driveway makeover – it’s $10k to fix & dozens affected
THREE people were arrested by police after one homeowner said he was duped by a scam. According to the police, the resident was one of 50 people swayed by the scammer across multiple states. The 82-year-old Milwaukee resident - who wished to remain anonymous - revealed that initially, he was...
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