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Jim Dreyer to attempt another 83-mile solo swim across Lake Michigan
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Jim “The Shark” Dreyer is back at it again. Dreyer, who last year had to abort his solo swim across Lake Michigan due to poor conditions, is taking another shot at the 83-mile swim from Milwaukee and Grand Haven in an effort to “finish what he started” last summer.
Family of Man Killed by Officers During RNC Seeks Answers
This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Visit milwaukeenns.org. Angelique Sharpe now sadly knows firsthand how frequently police interactions can turn deadly for Black men. Her brother, Samuel Sharpe Jr., was shot and killed...
Next generation Air Force refueling tanker sought by the 128th will be at Air and Water Show.
The annual Waterstone Bank Air and Water Show kicks off Saturday, and will include an appearance by a KC-46A Pegasus -- a next generation tanker that officials hope to bring to the 128th Air Refueling Wing at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport. Leaders of the 128th hope the appearance of the KC-46A will...
Meet Dr. Demetrios Douros: Olympian turned orthopedic surgeon
MILWAUKEE — Baseball has always been a passion for Dr. Demetrios Douros. Douros specializes in sports medicine as an orthopedic surgeon at Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin. “Like most European immigrant families, soccer is the most important sport to play,” said Douros. “I really enjoyed playing baseball...
Loopholes limit the effectiveness of repeat reckless driving towing law
It was touted as a way to help make our streets safer. But a TMJ4 Lighthouse investigation found a new state law allowing law enforcement to tow the cars of repeat reckless drivers is not used often
Milwaukee weekend guide: German Fest, Harley-Davidson Homecoming and more
MILWAUKEE - Starting Friday, there's going to be thousands of people coming out to enjoy one of the several major events happening in Milwaukee over the weekend. Thousands upon thousands of bikers are expected to be riding into Milwaukee for the 2024 Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival. "[It’s] really cool to be...
Popular Weather App Used in Minnesota and Wisconsin Now Offering a “Mosquito Forecast”
It's one of the top weather apps for smartphone users in Minnesota and Wisconsin, and a new feature claims to help "better plan summer activities" against pesky mosquitos. The new in-app feature is a partnership between a weather powerhouse, and a bug repellant powerhouse that brings over 15 billion climate data points together with mosquito data from over 5,000 locations that predicts mosquito behavior and populations.
Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff stumps for Vice President Harris in Wisconsin
MINNEAPOLIS — Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff will campaign for his wife, Vice President Harris, on Saturday in Wisconsin.WSAW reports Emhoff will visit and speak at the seventh annual Hmong Wausau Festival.He will then head to a canvass launch for Harris and other Democrats on the ballot in Stevens Point, according to the Portage County Wisconsin Democrats Facebook page.Emhoff has made several trips to Minnesota in the past four years to campaign for President Biden and DFL Party candidates, including a visit in March to tout a $20 million federal grant for the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. He also visited St. Paul's Afro Deli last year to present owner Adirahman Kahin with the National Small Business Owner of the Year award.On Saturday, former President Donald Trump and running mate Sen. JD Vance will hold their first joint presidential rally in Minnesota at St. Cloud's Herb Brooks Arena.Vance will also appear at a fundraiser earlier in the day in Minneapolis. Entry to that event costs $3,300, with tickets up to $50,000 for a roundtable discussion and a photo with the candidate.
Committee studying how to manage Wisconsin sandhill cranes
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A group of legislators, farmers and conservationists studying how to control Wisconsin’s sandhill crane population is set to hold its first meeting next month. The Joint Legislative Council’s 12-member Study Committee on Sandhill Cranes is set to meet Aug. 1 at the Horicon Marsh...
Annual Philippine Center Health Fair returns with free health screenings
GREENFIELD, Wis. (CBS 58) --The annual Philippine Center Health Fair and Backpack Day was hosted by the Philippine Cultural and Civic Center Foundation on Saturday, July 27. It was held at Zablocki Park and is a tradition for many families in the community. Over 30 booths were available, an increase from last year.
Forum announced for Democratic candidates running for 96th Assembly District
The League of Women Voters of the La Crosse Area announced this week they will sponsor a candidate forum between the Democratic candidates for the 96th Wisconsin Assembly District race in the 2024 Primary Election on Wednesday, July 31,. The forum will be live streamed at 6:30 p.m. on our LWVLA YouTube channel — 96th Assembly Primary Forum. A recording of the forum will continue to be available for viewing on this channel and on our website lwvlacrosse.org.
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