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Milwaukee Bucks sign guard Gary Trent Jr. to a 1-year deal after agreeing Tuesday
The Milwaukee Bucks signed guard Gary Trent Jr. on Saturday, rounding out the team’s free agent class with a starting-caliber scorer just entering the prime years of his career. Trent agreed to a one-year, veteran minimum deal Tuesday. The minimum for Trent, who has six years of service time...
Milwaukee World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday
MILWAUKEE - A World War II veteran and lifelong Milwaukeean celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday, July 20. Alfred Stachowiak served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Belgium. After leaving the Army, he worked in Milwaukee and eventually retired in 1989. Stachowiak celebrated 100 years doing what he...
Hundreds show up for annual back-to-school shoe giveaway
MILWAUKEE — Volunteers from Embassy Center MKE and Ephesians Missionary Baptist Church were pumped and working hard to make sure the second annual shoe giveaway goes as smoothly as possible. "These are Nike shoes," Connor Loker Lucas said excitedly. Connor is one of hundreds of kids getting the proper...
LeBron James Leads Team USA In Comeback Victory Over South Sudan
During an Olympics exhibition matchup between Team USA and South Sudan, things did not go as expected. Coming into the game South Sudan, ranked No. 33 in the world rankings, was a 43.5 point underdog vs. the No. 1 ranked United States of America. After starting on a 10-2 run,...
Brewers’ Utility Infielder Dilemma: Monasterio’s Future and Trade Options
The Milwaukee Brewers are faced with a decision regarding Andruw Monasterio's role as a utility infielder. Monasterio's performance this season has been subpar, prompting considerations for an upgrade. The team's contending status adds pressure to optimize the roster for a potential playoff run. Monasterio has a .203/.292/.281 batting line with...
New start time for Tractor and Truck Pull at the Washington County Fair | By Kelly Moore
Town of Polk, WI – Mark your calendar for Sunday, July 28, 2024, and the all-new Tractor and Truck Pull at the Washington County Fair. The pulling track is on the north end of the fairgrounds, just to the west of the Amphitheatre. Sunday, July 28 – 12:30 p.m....
Kenosha Police Seek Public Assistance in Identifying Bank Robbery Suspect
Kenosha, WI (WLIP)–Kenosha Police are requesting help from the community to identify a suspect involved in two separate robberies at the U.S. Bank located at 1800 22nd Ave. The first robbery occurred on April 13, 2024, at 9:54 AM, and the second on July 13, 2024, at 11:30 AM. In both incidents, the suspect displayed a firearm and demanded cash from the teller.
Guardian Recovery Network and Froedtert South to Open 72-Bed Addiction Treatment Center in Kenosha by Summer 2025
Kenosha, WI (WLIP)—Guardian Recovery Network and Froedtert South are opening a new drug and alcohol addiction treatment center in Kenosha, set to begin operation in the summer of 2025. The facility will be located in the Palmer Building at the Froedtert Kenosha Center and will feature 72 beds. It...
Suspect Charged In Hit and Run Crash
Kenosha, WI (WLIP)—A 30-year-old Kenosha man was charged with hit-and-run and first-degree reckless injury after allegedly hitting a bicyclist and fleeing the scene on June 30. The suspect has been identified as Logan Kramer. The victim reportedly suffered a traumatic brain injury and was taken to a Milwaukee hospital.
Harris still planning Milwaukee campaign stop
(The Center Square) – Vice President Kamala Harris is set to campaign in Milwaukee on Tuesday, this time as a candidate for president. Harris had this trip to Wisconsin planned long before President Joe Biden said Sunday that he is no longer running for re-election and endorsed his vice president. Harris’ campaign has not officially said if Sunday’s announcement changes anything about Tuesday’s visit, but a campaign aide told the...
Milwaukee police say critically missing 15-year-old girl has been found
Milwaukee police reported Monday that a critically missing 15-year-old girl has been found. She was last seen Sunday, but police sent an update on Monday morning that she was located and safe. "Critically missing" is a label police apply to people who may be especially vulnerable due to a variety of factors. ...
Marquette University president search launched, listening sessions soon
MILWAUKEE - Marquette University’s Board of Trustees officially launched on Monday, July 22 a national search for its next president, who will be the 25th in the university’s 143-year history. Marquette’s next president will succeed Michael Lovell, who led the university for more than ten years. A news...
Canadian wildfire smoke returns to Wisconsin
Canadian wildfire smoke is back in Wisconsin, although not as bad as last year. A post on X from the Green Bay National Weather Service office reported hazy skies as a result of elevated wildfire smoke from Western Canada. "Patchy dense fog will result in locally hazardous travel in parts...
Steer Clear of the Deadliest Road in Wisconsin
Summertime is the usual season where you might spend a good chunk of time out on the road. Either embarking on a family road trip or taking to the skies for an exotic vacation, summer is the season to travel. If you plan on hitting the road in the next...
WARM, BUT NOT HUMID TODAY... STORMS LIKELY TOMORROW
Our Monday is going to be warmer, with inland high temperatures in the low to middle 80s. Despite those toasty temperatures, it really won’t be all that humid for this time of year. However, a south-southwest breeze will start pulling in more moisture tonight. Look for more of a muggy feel to your Tuesday.
Columbus Police Release Video of Officer Fatally Shooting Samuel Sharpe
Bodycam footage captures an officer-involved shooting outside the Republican National Convention. Columbus police were patrolling the outer perimeter of the Republican National Convention site in Milwaukee when officers encountered two men in an altercation and opened fire on the suspect, killing 43-year-old homeless man Samuel Sharpe. Columbus Police Press Release...
Milwaukee Bucks Icon Jumps on AJ Johnson Hype Train
Milwaukee Bucks rookie AJ Johnson is far from being a household name in the United States. The fact that the 19-year-old opted to take the international route instead of playing in college in America probably has a lot to do with the same. The Bucks, however, have invested a lot...
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