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Milwaukee Forecast: Rising Temperatures and Weekend Storms Expected
Milwaukee, WI – Milwaukee residents can expect a warm and sunny weekend with rising temperatures and potential thunderstorms. The National Weather Service forecasts a clear and bright day today, with temperatures reaching near 80 degrees. Cooler temperatures are anticipated near the lake, with lows in the upper 50s to low 60s.
Dreyer to attempt solo swim across Lake Michigan again
GRAND HAVEN, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, July 26, 2024) – If at first you don’t succeed, you try and try again. That’s old axiom applies to Jim Dreyer, the soon-to-be 61-year-old Grand Haven ultra-marathon swimmer who failed twice last year to swim across Lake Michigan on the 25th anniversary of his initial solo effort. The two attempts from Milwaukee to Grand Haven were stymied by conditions beyond his control.
A baby porcupine is born at the Milwaukee County Zoo
A new baby porcupine — a porcupette — was born at the Milwaukee County Zoo on June 4. The porcupette — which will be named by the zoo's animal care team — is the fifth baby born to mom Quinn and dad Seamus. The adult porcupines are designated a breeding pair by the...
Elected officials participate in south side community walk
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Community members gathered on Milwaukee's south side on Thursday, July 25, for a walk together. The walk began around 3:30 p.m. at the El Rey Food Market and ended at the Jackson Park Farmers Market. Elected officials joined the community walk, such as Alderman Peter Burgelis,...
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...
Wisconsin isn't building new housing fast enough, Policy Forum report finds
Home prices and rents have surged statewide since the pandemic, and relief isn't coming fast enough. That's according to a report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum, which found that despite pushes from lawmakers — and strong demand from homebuyers and renters alike — Wisconsin still isn't building enough new housing. ...
Milwaukee taxpayers might help convert office towers to housing. That tactic is used in Chicago
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson's administration is considering city financial help to convert downtown office buildings to apartments, including affordable units − marking a new tactic that's being used in Chicago, St. Paul and other cities. That comes as the nationwide office market continues seeing reduced demand tied to remote work's rise. ...
Wisconsin Assembly District 18: Meet the candidates
Wisconsinites will vote for state Assembly and Senate candidates in a primary on Aug. 13 and in the general election Nov. 5, 2024. This is the first election under newly-competitive district maps. The candidate in each political party to receive the most votes Aug. 13 will advance to the November...
Third-generation infielder follows in father's footsteps, joins Brewers organization
The Milwaukee Brewers have added another "fielder" to their organization. The son of Prince Fielder is joining the Brewers’ organization, a source tells @TheAthletic. The team has signed Jadyn Fielder, who went undrafted out of TNXL Academy in Altamonte Springs, FL. Fielder, 19, plays second and third base.— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) July 25, 2024 Jadyn Fielder is not only the son of former longtime Brewer and six-time All-Star first baseman Prince Fielder, but the grandson of former three-time All-Star first baseman Cecil Fielder.Cecil was selected by the Kansas City Royals in the fourth round of the 1982 MLB Draft but was traded...
2 charged in Milwaukee gas station ambush shooting
MILWAUKEE — Criminal charges have been filed against two men for the daylight mass shooting of four people at a Milwaukee gas station last month. Two women, ages 33 and 28, were wounded, as well as two girls, ages 9 and 4. All survived multiple gunshot wounds. The spray...
A lasting impression — Deb Krajec & Marquette Theatre
How do you measure a career? In students advised, costumes designed, or perhaps in overall impact on an institution such as Marquette’s theatre arts program. In the case of Deb Krajec, that’s only the beginning. As Marquette Theatre celebrated 100 years of theatre on campus and 50 years...
Enhancing Security: Asylon Robotics’ DroneDog Safeguards 2024 Republican National Convention
Milwaukee Fire Department Teams Up with ‘Spot’ to Mitigate Chemical Threats and Ensure Attendee Safety. Pennsylvania-based automated security system developer Asylon Robotics recently shared that their DroneDog system was used to enhance security at the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in collaboration with the Milwaukee Fire Department’s Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Team. Affectionately nicknamed “Spot” by the Milwaukee firefighters, the Boston Dynamics-based drone dog unit, equipped with a slate of on-board cameras and sensors by 908 Devices, was used to help detect and mitigate chemical threats, ensuring the safety of attendees and enabling real-time security monitoring to confirm that no HAZMAT threats have emerged.
Former top Tearman Spencer aide pleads guilty under deal that could later wipe slate clean
The top aide to former Milwaukee City Attorney Tearman Spencer will avoid having a criminal record if he abides by requirements imposed Wednesday under a deferred prosecution agreement. Former Deputy City Attorney Odalo Ohiku, 46, was charged earlier this year with one count of attempted misconduct in public office for failing to disclose ownership...
Wisconsin Braces for Scorching Heat as Temperatures Soar
Milwaukee, WI – Residents across Wisconsin are advised to prepare for a significant heat wave next week. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), above-average temperatures with heat indices between 95 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit are expected. Some areas may experience heat indices exceeding 100 degrees. These elevated temperatures...
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