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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.
Sheboygan's 3 Sheeps Brewing now has a Milwaukee location, shared with Hacienda Beer Co.
Sheboygan's 3 Sheeps Brewing Co. now has a Milwaukee location as it moves into a shared space with Hacienda Beer Co. on the east side. Hacienda Beer, launched by the founders of Door County Brewing Co., opened its Milwaukee taproom in 2019 at 2018 E. North Ave. ...
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.
"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.
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.
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...
Infant airlifted to Milwaukee hospital dies; caregiver charged
MILWAUKEE — Racine police officers responded to a call about an unresponsive 11-month-old boy on July 11 near Villa and 9th streets. Racine Fire Department rescue personnel transported the boy to Ascension Hospital, but due to the severity of his injuries, he was later airlifted to Children's Hospital in Milwaukee. Despite medical efforts, the infant died from his injuries.
What RNC delegates thought of Milwaukee, would they return, and what souvenirs they picked up
More than 2,000 delegates representing every state and U.S. territory were in Milwaukee this week for the Republican National Convention. On the last day of the convention, Journal Sentinel reporters talked to dozens to see what they thought about Milwaukee, if they'd come back, and what souvenirs they were taking home. Here's what they had to say. ...
Milwaukee PD: Critical missing 11-year-old found
MILWAUKEE — UPDATE 1:45 P.M. The Milwaukee Police Department said Bryana Johnson has been found. Police did not release further details. The Milwaukee Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a critical missing person, Bryana Johnson. Bryana, an 11-year-old girl, was last in contact with her...
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…
Sunday's Milwaukee Brewers game vs. Minnesota Twins won't be on TV. But you can still watch for free.
The Milwaukee Brewers finally return to the field Saturday for the first of two games against the Minnesota Twins, but on Sunday in the series finale, you'll find the game in an unusual place. The Brewers and Twins game will start at 12:05 p.m. CT — an hour earlier than you might expect,...
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.
The sad side of the city
MILWAUKEE — The Republican National Convention brought about 50,000 people to this city for a week in mid-July. But of those, only one columnist ended up at County Clare Irish Pub on the night of July 16. “Shitty,” was how bartender Patrick described business that night. “It’s been bad all week.” County Clare is a […]
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...
Schlesinger's Saturday Spotlight (7/20)...Port Washington Fish Days, Brady Street Festival, Civil War Reenactment in The Falls
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58)--Busy weekends and this one is no exception. Port Washington Fish Days, Brady Street Festival, and Civil War reenactments in Menomonee Falls. Just a sample of what you can be doing this weekend.
Racine Memorial Hall windows smashed, boys caught on video
RACINE, Wis. - Racine police said kids vandalized the historic Memorial Hall on Thursday night, and they were caught red-handed on video. The broken windows are now boarded up. Police said two brothers, ages 10 and 13, scaled the building and smashed the windows with rocks. "The floor was covered...
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