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Stop the Torture Coalition protests Wisconsin prisons in five counties
A small group of protesters gathered by the Brown County Courthouse late Sunday afternoon, demanding change in Wisconsin’s correctional system. “I don’t want any other mothers to suffer the way I am,” Kerrie Hirte said. Hirte’s daughter, Cilivea Thyrion, died in the Milwaukee County Jail and her death was ruled a suicide, FOX6 News Milwaukee […] The post Stop the Torture Coalition protests Wisconsin prisons in five counties appeared first on Wisconsin Examiner.
USPS Announces Mailing Service Changes Impacting Wisconsin
It's been a rough few years for the United States Postal Service. According to the official USPS website, the department has recorded $87 billion in financial losses over the last 14 years. In response to this, they are once again hiking up the prices of some of their services, which will affect all Iowans.
Wisconsin tribe watching presidential race for cannabis law reform as state maintains prohibition
MILWAUKEE — A leader with the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa said lifting federal prohibitions on marijuana would allow for the sovereign nation to enter the billion-dollar industry sweeping the country. Cannabis in all forms — except for CBD products — is illegal in Wisconsin. Bordering states Minnesota, Michigan and Illinois all […] The post Wisconsin tribe watching presidential race for cannabis law reform as state maintains prohibition appeared first on Wisconsin Examiner.
Peace group member accused of assaulting Van Orden says congressman tried to shove past her
A Wisconsin member of Congress and a staff member of the peace group CODEPINK are each accusing the other of assault in an incident outside a Republican National Convention event Tuesday. In a statement CODEPINK said the group’s staff member, Nour Jaghama, was shoved from behind by U.S. Rep. Derrick...
A New Home after More Than a Century of Service
A New Home after More Than a Century of Service GAYLE RYDSTROM JOURNALIST For 110 years, the same Hinners Organ provided the music at Zum Kripplein Christi Lutheran Church, which was located near Iron Ridge. In May, the organ was disassembled, with some parts being sent to Buzard Organs for some TLC before joining the rest of the organ at the Wheels O’ Time Museum in Dunlap, Ill. Zum.
Music on the Beerline Is Back This Friday
Celebrating its sixth anniversary, Riverworks Development Corporation’s Music on the Beerline will have its first of three summer events on Friday, July 19 at 5:30 p.m. on the Beerline Trail. There will be music from Smoke N Mirrors and Urban Empress + The Urbanites, beer and root beer floats...
An American Attitude. Congressman Jim Jordan joins A&G from The RNC.
Congressman Jim Jordan joined The Armstrong & Getty Show from the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee Wisconsin to talk to Jack & Joe about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, Trump's new running mate and Biden's incredible decline. Regarding the shooting, Jordan told A&G that despite the tragedy and sadness...
Democratic leaders in Milwaukee respond to RNC's political agenda
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- It's the Republicans' time in the spotlight, but once again, Democratic leaders are in Milwaukee Wednesday. They're meeting daily to respond to the Republican National Committee's political agenda. Wednesday's press conference included Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Texas Congresswoman Veronica Escobar. The focus was on what...
Milwaukee Brewers: Bob Uecker Video From 2024 All-Star Game Goes Viral
Milwaukee Brewers broadcaster Bob Uecker, otherwise known as Mr. Baseball, had a special segment prior to the 2024 All-Star game. Fox Reporter Tom Rinaldi sat down with him to discuss his memories from the booth. The two reminisced on how he got started in broadcasting, his stints on Saturday Night Live, role in the movie Major League, and much more.
Scandal-ridden and rudderless, Milwaukee Public Schools has yet to begin search for permanent superintendent
Facing continued abysmal student academic scores, the loss of federal Head Start funds, and the emergence of a financial scandal that will force the district to repay tens of millions of dollars in state aid, Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Keith Posley tendered his resignation in the pre-dawn hours of June 4, 2024.
Failed food pantry trips, confusing bus routes: Homeless, hungry say RNC causing logistical 'nightmare'
Julia Ramirez Miranda stood outside St. Ben's Community Meal on Tuesday evening with a backpack and a plastic grocery bag of donated bread, and she didn't know where to go. Miranda, 55, was not sure where to meet her usual bus. The Republican National Convention security perimeter was a block away, and her typical bus routes and stops between meal sites for the homeless and hungry were all different. ...
The Amendment: The Truth Behind Project 2025 with Rachel Leingang
This week, Republicans are convening in Milwaukee to officially elect former President Donald Trump as the party’s nominee. But what would a second Trump administration actually look like? The answer may very well lie in a lengthy document of conservative priorities called Project 2025. To unpack this document, we’re talking to Rachel Leingang who reports on democracy and misinformation for The Guardian. Rachel walks us through the particulars of Project 2025 and how it’s what she calls “the meat on the bones” for conservative causes nationwide.
Milwaukee Bucks Take 2 Key Role Players From Los Angeles Lakers, Orlando Magic in Intriguing Trade Proposal
It’s no secret that the Milwaukee Bucks disappointed last season after going big with the acquisition of All-Star guard Damian Lillard. The thing is, the front office can find a way to get better if they entertain a trade proposal involving Los Angeles Lakers’ Jarred Vanderbilt and Orlando Magic’s Wendell Carter Jr.
Henry Winkler Stops At Wisconsin Café For Breakfast
What a guy! Henry Winkler was in Wisconsin with “Happy Days” co-stars Anson Williams and Donny Most last week and made a stop for breakfast at a local café. This isn't the first time Henry Winkler has come to the Illinois and Wisconsin regions. A while back, he was in Illinois for a Conference he was speaking at, grabbed a drink at a local coffee shop, then went to a Children's Museum before heading home.
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