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'The worst I've seen': Car windows smashed on Milwaukee's east side
MILWAUKEE — Drivers on multiple blocks on Milwaukee's east side told WISN 12 News they have been dealing with car window smashing sprees. A local business is offering a temporary fix for free. "We'll clean up the glass, tape up their windows to prevent the car from getting wet...
Clip of Ole Miss student making racist gestures at Black woman played at RNC sparks backlash
A video played at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on Wednesday evening included a clip of a white University of Mississippi student making monkey gestures at a Black woman on campus earlier this year.
Protest art on climate crisis at RNC
A young man sits in a brightly decorated nursery, sweating profusely as he fiddles with a broken air conditioner. Nearby, an older woman paces in the wreckage of a flooded home, sifting through water-stained insurance statements and broken picture frames. Mannequins with their heads buried in sand represent a literal visual of the common metaphor, depicting the culpability of politicians and businesses in perpetuating climate change.
Attorney General Jackley reflect about his time at the RNC in Milwaukee
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- Former President Donald Trump closed out the Republican National Convention with his nomination acceptance speech Thursday night. His tone was softer than the past, many believe because of the attempt on his life last weekend, as he worked the convention theme of unity. Attorney General Marty Jackley...
8 Beer Events Brewing in Milwaukee This Week: July 19-20
Cheers to Sahale Ale Works and 1840 Brewing Co. Both are celebrating a birthday over the weekend, which means they’re both releasing special beers. The Crops on Top Garden Party takes place at Amorphic Beer (3700 N. Fratney St.) from 7 to 9 p.m. There will be food, live music and beer from Amorphic. Tickets are $45.
Airports, banks affected by global software malfunction
MILWAUKEE – Several businesses and organizations across the country had a difficult start to their day Friday morning when they began to feel the affects of a software malfunction. As of Friday afternoon, over 2,000 flights nationwide have been cancelled. “The airplanes can fly just fine, they just can’t...
Milwaukee location of Hamburger Mary's to temporarily close as it looks for new space
Drag fans and burger buffs will have one less spot in Milwaukee for Sunday brunches, weekly bingo games and dinner with a show ... at least temporarily. Hamburger Mary’s, the popular drag depot and burger bar at 730 S. Fifth St., has announced it will be moving from its current Walker’s Point location and will temporarily close as it searches for a new space.
Milwaukee police: 73-year-old man found, reported missing Friday
MILWAUKEE - UPDATE: MPD said Percy Wheeler has been located. The original missing person notice is available below. The Milwaukee Police Department is seeking the public’s help in their search for 73-year-old Percy Wheeler. Officials said Wheeler was last in contact with his family on Thursday, July 18. He...
Moms for Liberty, an unknown group 4 years ago, flexes its influence at the RNC
Moms for Liberty didn’t exist during the last presidential race. But at this year’s Republican National Convention, members of the parental rights group flocked to Milwaukee as delegates, guests and town hall hosts. They see the group as a rising force in the Republican Party. “Four years ago, I couldn't have told you who...
Downtown restaurants eager for post-convention business
MILWAUKEE —With the Republican National Convention in the books, the city will slowly return to normal, as will Milwaukee businesses. Allison Moseley is the general manager of Brunch It Up. She said the RNC brought in a lot of foot traffic near her shop. Moseley said she enjoyed serving...
Milwaukee shootings Friday; 2 injured including teen
MILWAUKEE - Two people were injured in shootings in Milwaukee on Friday, July 19, including teenager. According to the Milwaukee Police Department, a 29-year-old was shot and wounded around 2 a.m. During a domestic dispute, the suspect fired shots at the victim. The victim was taken to a hospital for...
Five arrested following police chase of two stolen vehicles in Waukesha County
A police pursuit of two stolen vehicles early Wednesday morning in Waukesha County ended in the arrests of five individuals ranging from 15 to 22 years old. According to a news release from Waukesha County Sheriff's Office:. The Waukesha County Communications Center got a report of a stolen vehicle from...
The global tech outage hit Milwaukee's airport, banks and health care systems on Friday
A global technology outage is grounding flights and disrupting communication in area hospitals and banks on Friday morning after a faulty system update. Here's which Milwaukee area organizations are impacted by the outage. ...
Readers confident Milwaukee can maintain a WNBA team, support push for expansion franchise
Expansion is imminent for the burgeoning WNBA. In 2025, the Golden State Valkyries, affiliated with the Warriors NBA franchise, will join the league. The following year, Toronto will have its own professional women's basketball squad. The influx of elite talent and personalities is driving interest in one of the country's younger professional leagues. The...
I was kicked out of the Pfister at the RNC
MILWAUKEE — I’ve been thrown out of many classy places, but none finer than The Pfister Hotel. This “incident” occurred Thursday as I attempted to cover events at the Republican National Convention. To say I was thrown out may be an overstatement. I was asked to leave after I was practicing polite persistence. Yes, I was polite, but I was determined to attend a Wisconsin delegation event billed as “Wisconsin...
Milwaukee Bucks’ Biggest East Threat Got ‘Worse’ This 2024 Offseason, per NBA Analysis
Even though they retained almost all of their championship core, the Boston Celtics still got reportedly worse for next season. For this reason alone, the Milwaukee Bucks must strike whilst the iron is hot to take care of the biggest threat in the Eastern Conference. The 2023-24 season marked a...
Jake Tapper Digs at MSNBC for Remote RNC Set: ‘We’re Live As Opposed to Some Other Networks’
CNN host Jake Tapper took a swipe at MSNBC's controversial remote coverage of the Republican National Convention (RNC) on Thursday. The post Jake Tapper Digs at MSNBC for Remote RNC Set: ‘We’re Live As Opposed to Some Other Networks’ first appeared on Mediaite.
Evers orders flags at half-staff for late Major General
MADISON, Wis. -- Gov. Tony Evers announced Friday he signed an executive order for the flags of the United States and the State of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sunday, July 21, in honor of Major General Jerald David "Jerry" Slack.
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