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Ruffed grouse drumming counts up in northern and central Wisconsin regions, down in southwestern
Ruffed grouse drumming increased this spring in two of three priority areas and the species appears to be on the upward phase of its traditional 10-year population cycle in Wisconsin, according to the Department of Natural Resources. The DNR's 2024 ruffed grouse drumming survey showed a 57% increase in drum counts statewide...
Weather Webcast with Stephanie Barichello
Chance for a few thunderstorms Sunday afternoon, especially inland. Temperatures will reach into the upper 70s with a bit more humidity. Monday will be similar, with a stray afternoon storm and 70s. Better chance for storms late Tuesday into Wednesday then sunny the rest of the week.
Did RNC guests eat and drink differently than Wisconsinites? Here's what bartenders said
The Republican National Convention took over hotels and the downtown entertainment district for four days, bringing a slew of new faces from around the country to Milwaukee. Bars and restaurants did their best to prepare for the visitors, but were there any unexpected favorites from the out-of-towners? We asked bartenders around the convention site, and here's what they said. ...
Kalmbach Media sells Town of Brookfield property for $6.5 million to California company
Kalmbach Media sold its property in the Town of Brookfield to a California-based packaging company for $6.6 million. Silgan Containers, which specializes in metal food packaging, finalized the purchase of the lot on Wednesday which includes a two story building with 57,750 square feet. Kalmbach Media and Silgan Containers have not responded...
Former Milwaukee Bucks Champ Reveals Blunt Message To Mike Budenholzer After Ugly Playoff Loss vs. Brooklyn Nets
Back in 2021, a lot of people were pleased and surprised to see Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks go far in the playoffs and win the championship. Turns out, former NBA guard Jeff Teague had a different mindset then, which led to a blunt message for then-head coach Mike Budenholzer.
GOP efforts to reach Black voters through RNC a ‘miscalculation’
Republican efforts to win over Black voters during the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee may have fallen short as GOP members failed to showcase party diversity and fell back on controversial talking points. Though former President Trump is hoping to siphon Black voter support from Democrats this year, only eight of the speakers at the convention…
Beach Park authorities search for missing swimmer in Lake Michigan
Our coverage of this story has moved here.A swimmer went missing Saturday night in Lake Michigan in the north suburbs.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe Beach Park Fire Department confirmed just after 10 p.m. that they have been searching for the missing swimmer in the waters of Lake Michigan. Authorities from nearby towns were assisting in the search.No further information was known about the missing swimmer.SEE ALSO | Teen girl in critical condition after being pulled from Lake Michigan at Illinois Beach State Park
EVENING STORMS END... MORE SPOTTY STORMS SUNDAY
As expected, scattered storms dropped into northern Wisconsin from Upper Michigan earlier Saturday afternoon. No severe weather is expected but there could be some locally heavy rainfall and small hail. Storms should begin to fade after sunset. Lows tonight could be as cool as the mid 50s in the Northwoods, but low/mid 60s are expected farther south. Sunday begins dry, but more spotty afternoon storms could develop. The best chance of a storm on Sunday looks to be west and southwest of Green Bay during the afternoon & evening. Highs should be near 80 degrees.
"Elysian Arcs" to Illuminate Marcus Performing Arts Center
On Saturday, July 20, the Marcus Performing Arts Center (MPAC) Outdoor Grounds will be transformed as the much-anticipated "Elysian Arcs" installation takes shape. This immersive public art project, crafted by the award-winning Sydney-based design studio Atelier Sisu, will make its U.S. debut, promising to captivate audiences with its grandeur and innovative design.
Grazing schools return to Wisconsin
The popular Wisconsin Grazing School is returning for the first time in 10 years, offered by GrassWorks. GrassWorks is a grassroots-membership organization that provides leadership and education to farmers and consumers for the advancement of managed grass-based agriculture. Farmers and others interested in learning about implementing managed grazing will have...
Unemployment claims in Wisconsin increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Wisconsin rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 5,285 in the week ending July 13, up from 4,904 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S. unemployment...
Meet CBS 58's Pet of the Week: Pablo the puppy
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Meet the CBS 58's pet of the week, Pablo!. Kathy Shillinglaw from the Wisconsin Humane Society joined us on Friday, July 19 to showcase this adorable pup. He is a three-month-old puppy ready to find a forever home. Shillinglaw also offered information about the dog and...
Beware of Scam in Illinois Involving Amazon and Temu Package Shipments
Thieves are working around the clock trying to come up with new ways to trick you using all the latest technology and techniques to steal your identity and money. Illinois and Wisconsin residents who order products online that are being shipped to their homes need to know about this latest scam that uses fake text messages about package deliveries.
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