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‘Malibu of the Midwest’ T-shirt and more headed to Stephen Colbert in care package from Sheboygan
SHEBOYGAN – Stephen Colbert’s name-drops of Sheboygan earlier this month did not go unnoticed by the city. In fact, the mayor’s office is sending him a care package. Colbert named Sheboygan twice in jokes on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” June 17 and June 19, both in relation to former President Donald Trump. The first was in context of Trump’s contested comment that Milwaukee is a “horrible city” and the second was about his rally in Racine.
These Are The Most Haunted Bars In The Midwest – Are You Brave Enough To Belly Up?
MILWAUKEE, WI – Exploring the Midwest isn’t just about scenic landscapes and bustling cities; it’s also a journey into the supernatural. Among the charming towns and historic streets, you’ll find bars and restaurants with eerie tales and ghostly residents. For those seeking a thrill, these haunted...
8 farm-to-table dining experiences in Wisconsin this summer
Savor the taste of green acres and farm living at a farm-to-table dining event, and help support farm families and local producers. Farm-to-table generally means the ingredients are sourced directly from a local farmer. Restaurants sometimes offer menu items using locally sourced products, but a farm-to-table dining event offers a curated menu in a communal dining setting, with the meal often served family-style. Due to limited seating capacity at these venues, advance reservations are required. Farm-to-table dining events are scheduled throughout the summer, suitable for day trips or weekend travel in Wisconsin. ...
Keith Urban plays hits, new single for a modest crowd at Milwaukee's Summerfest
Saturday night, perfect weather, middle weekend of Summerfest — yet another vacant lawn at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater. Once upon a time, the festival offered free first-come, first-served lawn passes to attendees; instead, Keith Urban played to a modest crowd of nevertheless energetic fans. ...
CBS 58 tours popular riverfront bar once known as a 'hidden gem' in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE, Wis. (CBS 58)-- If you're from the Milwaukee area, it's likely you've heard or even experienced this pretty cool hangout spot by the riverfront. In years' past, it's been considered a so-called 'hidden gem,' but as it has expanded over the years, they've made quite a name for themselves.
Kayla's Playground in Franklin reopens after surface renovations
FRANKLIN, Wis. (CBS 58) – After one month closed for renovation, a fully inclusive playground in Franklin is now back open to the public. Kayla's Playground at Franklin Woods Nature Center now has a newly-replaced 12,000 sq. ft. specialized cushion play surface. The playground opened in 2015, honoring Kayla...
Episode 8: Vice, Vice Maybe
Donald Trump is expected to unveil his running mate during July's Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. FOX6’s Ted Perry and Stephanie Grady invited UW-Milwaukee Professor Emeritus Mordecai Lee and Marquette University Political Science Professor Julia Azari to discuss who that person could be.
One hundred years of history, art and culture for Milwaukee's Villa Terrace
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- It's like having an Italian home from centuries ago in our own backyard. The 19-thousand square foot Villa Terrace Art Museum overlooks Lake Michigan on Milwaukee's east side, and now, the special place is marking a major milestone: one hundred years. There are numerous events planned...
2 of the World’s 17 Most Beautiful Skylines Are Close to Rockford
Remember when they proposed a space-needle observation deck for downtown Rockford more than 20 years ago? It likely would've been completed by now and made the Screw City skyline completely different than it is now. Not that I don't love the renovations being done to downtown buildings, upgrades at Davis...
Crowds Awed by Floating Baby in Colossal Art Installation Over Lake Michigan
This week, a giant, 112-foot-long sleeping infant floated above the shores of Lake Michigan. It wasn’t a collective hallucination—it was “Baby You,” a breathtaking art installation that captured the imagination of Milwaukeeans over the Summer Solstice. The spectacle celebrated the U.S. launch of Przekrój, an iconic...
At the Center for Independence's Urban Garden, clients grow food while cultivating skills
With masterful precision, Malcolm Pereira trims romaine leaves and bronze fennel for a delivery to Braise restaurant, 1101 S. Second St. In addition to clipping fully grown vegetables, Pereira’s job is to put new plants into the ground and pull weeds. Pereira, who is autistic, is one of many Milwaukee Center for Independence...
Harley-Davidson to kick off Homecoming Festival July 25
The annual Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival will kick off on July 25 and celebrate music, moto-culture, and Milwaukee for four days and nights. The festival is packed with entertainment, events, and live music, with Veterans Park headliners The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Jelly Roll, and HARDY. Attendees are invited to start...
A wine bar, restaurants and a workout studio: See what's new in Milwaukee's west suburbs
A wine bar, a restaurant revival, French fare and a workout studio. Check out these businesses that recently opened or plan to open soon in Brookfield and Wauwatosa. Pipsqueak Wine now open in Wauwatosa ...
Former TMJ4 anchor Bill Taylor's family & former colleagues remember his legacy
TMJ4 remembers the late Bill Taylor and his many contributions to this community. His family has planned a memorial for Saturday, August 3rd at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society Museum.
Waukesha's summer includes 3 new businesses, with Indian food, craft beers and Beatles
WAUKESHA - As summer unfolds, several new businesses that recently opened, or are about to, have found their place in the sun in the city of Waukesha. It's a chance to try some Indian food, craft beer (in a historic beer venue) and experience a British sensation (very soon). Here's what you should know about each. ...
Best Bites: 4 of the best dishes our dining critic ate in Milwaukee in June
In her Best Bites series, dining critic Rachel Bernhard rounds up some of the most delicious dishes she ate around Milwaukee in recent weeks. From food-truck finds to fine-dining dishes, these are some of her favorite things that crossed her plate each month. Summer is my season. Gimme all the lakeside picnics, outdoor...
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