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Another commissioner resigns from the SDC board
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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...
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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's officials hope to bring to the 128th Air Refueling Wing at Mitchell International Airport. Leaders of the 128th hope the appearance of the KC-46A will boost...
Meet Dr. Demetrios Douros: Olympian turned orthopedic surgeon
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Food delivery road rage; Milwaukee man sentenced for I-94 shooting
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Potawatomi reveals headliner for final Amplified summer concert
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Milwaukee Zoo welcomes new baby porcupine
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Milwaukee man gets life for killing 5-year-old Prince McCree
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