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Two finalists named to run Wisconsin's system of 16 public technical colleges
Two candidates are in the running to take over as president of Wisconsin's system of 16 publicly funded technical colleges, the largest higher education system in the state. The Wisconsin Technical College System Board on Tuesday announced two finalists for the presidential position: Robert Griggs and Layla Merrifield. Both have years of experience with technical college system operations, though neither have held presidential positions directly with a Wisconsin technical college.
Wisconsin high-speed pursuit, crash; driver arrested, drugs found
WALWORTH COUNTY, Wis. - A Milwaukee man was arrested after a high-speed pursuit from Walworth County into Rock County that ended with a crash on Sunday, June 30. According to the Walworth County Sheriff's Office, deputies stopped a vehicle for unlawful window tint and having no front license plate. The driver initially pulled over and provided an Illinois driver's license.
9 murals make Port Washington an art destination this summer
PORT WASHINGTON, Wis. (CBS 58) -- The Paint on Port program has brought nine murals to Port Washington this summer. The City of Port Washington and Main Street came together to make it an art destination. Here is a list of the nine murals you can visit throughout the city:
These unused Milwaukee County Parks facilities have been recommended for demolition
Five unused structures and seven asphalt surfaces belonging to Milwaukee County Parks have been recommended for demolition under a proposed plan set to go before the County Board. The demolition plan would eliminate a large total area of unused, deteriorating or abandoned park assets, including 3,500 square feet of buildings...
74-Year-Old Man Injured in Sheboygan County Crash
A 74-year-old man is recovering in Neenah following a crash in Sheboygan County. WHBL reports that the crash occurred at the intersection of Highway 23 and Pleasant View Road in Plymouth at around 4:00 Monday evening. The Waldo man was attempting a J turn when he turned into traffic and...
Runaway Success For Borealis Train! You Won’t Believe How Many Daily Passengers!
WINONA, MN – The Borealis, a daily passenger train, began its journey on May 21. Stopping in our home town Winona, Minnesota along the way, it offers round trips between St. Paul, Milwaukee, and Chicago. Early passenger numbers show the Borealis is popular. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)...
KISS star cuts ribbon at opening of rock-themed restaurant at Forest County casino & hotel
CARTER, Wis. (WLUK) -- A new rock-inspired restaurant and entertainment venue in Forest County officially opened Tuesday, with a little help from a Rock & Roll Hall of Famer. KISS co-founder Gene Simmons was in attendance at the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Rock & Brews restaurant at the Potawatomi Casino Hotel in Carter. He and Paul Stanley were there when the project broke ground in Sept. 2023.
A’s win five of seven games in a span of just four days
Eau Claire A’s Blue 17U took second place out of 26 teams at the PBR Open tournament this weekend at The Rock in Milwaukee. The A’s first tournament game was played on the Wisconsin Lutheran College field Friday morning. Constant light rain and muddy conditions did not hinder pitchers Ben Mettler (EC North) and Aaron Gust (EC North). They delivered a combined no-hitter and led the A’s to a 6-0 victory over CMB Select 17U. ...
Be MKE: Fourth of July, MPS to lose out on $43 million in state aid, farm-to-table dining
Who we are. Where we go. What we need to know. What will you be doing? Perhaps parade-ing with the fam, grilling out — classic — or hitting up Summerfest (like me). If you're still figuring it out, here's a look at the July Fourth festivities around the area.
What's the weather for Fourth of July fireworks, parades in Milwaukee?
Milwaukeeans are looking to celebrate Independence Day with neighborhood parades, fireworks and, this year, Summerfest. The holiday is expected to see a high temperature around 80 degrees, but possible showers and storms in the evening forecast could put a damper on some festivities. Here's what the forecast is expected to...
Construction, uneven water distribution at Sheboygan treatment facility one reason for overflow last week
SHEBOYGAN – Heavy rain and construction compounded the water levels of Sheboygan’s wastewater treatment facilities that led to an overflow at the end of June. Partially treated water from three Sheboygan Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant sites reached Lake Michigan and part of Lakeview Park last week, as the city received 7 inches...
Still have questions about the RNC? Let us know, and we'll get them answered.
The Republican National Convention is almost here. The perimeter will soon go up, parking restrictions will go into effect, and things will get pretty busy around Milwaukee. There's a lot we've already reported on, like where exactly you're allowed to go downtown while the perimeter is up, and if you can get tickets to go to the RNC (you can't). We've checked in with businesses about whether they'll be closed, and if boat tours will still happen on the Milwaukee River.
Ducktona 500 canceled in Sheboygan Falls after heavy rain and river flooding. Here's the latest.
SHEBOYGAN FALLS – The annual Sheboygan Falls Ducktona 500 has been forced to duck out of Fourth of July weekend festivities after heavy rain caused unmanageable river flooding. Sheboygan Falls Chamber – Main Street announced the cancellation of the July 7 event on Facebook Tuesday night. “Today the...
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