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VIDEO | Everybody saves at 5 Corners Jeep celebration
Cedarburg, WI – Everybody saves at 5 Corners in Cedarburg, WI at the Jeep celebration event is going on now with great leasing options you won’t want to miss. Drive a loaded Jeep Grand Cherokee for only $399 a month. Drive a new Jeep Compass with remote start and turbo engine just $319 a month.
5 things to know and do the week of July 22
It’s Monday in Milwaukee, and here are some things we think you should know about. If you would like your event to be considered for this column, please submit your news by clicking here at least two weeks in advance. 1. Tour Alverno: Monday, July 22. Alverno College invites...
Long-time Road America employee lives at the race track
ELKHART, Wis. — A Road America staff member has worked at the track for over 30 years. He loved the place so much that he decided to make it his literal home. Bryan Walthers saw his first race at Road America when he was 9-years-old. He was immediately hooked and now lives in a 37-foot-long motorhome at the track. Rain or shine, he is busy making sure everything runs smoothly in what is now his backyard.
CBS58 reporter's father killed at Florida jewelry business, family asks for support
Local Milwaukee reporter Pavlina Osta shared on social media Sunday that her father was killed in a shooting at the family's jewelry business in Florida. The Daytona Beach News-Journal reported Friday that 83-year-old John Craiger shot and killed Ghazi (Gus) Osta at Volusia Gold & Diamond. Craiger is charged with one count of first-degree murder and...
Visit Milwaukee leader reflects on RNC's impact on city
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee officials say the Republican National Convention put a major spotlight on Milwaukee. "Our original hope was that we'd be able to showcase the city and let folks know that we are able to put on large-scale events," said Gerard Randall, with Visit Milwaukee. Visit Milwaukee, a...
Bucks Stock Watch: 3 Risers, 2 fallers from winless Summer League stint
There was plenty of anticipation surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks heading into Summer League, giving everyone an opportunity to see the team's young talent in action. With a collection of experienced NBA players, rookies and unproven players from all over the globe, the Bucks had a very intriguing roster. As evidenced by their recent roster moves, the team has clearly put an emphasis on adding more youth into the mix this off-season, so this was a chance for everyone to showcase why they deserve to play in the big leagues.
Brewers 8, Twins 7: Late homers the difference
MINNEAPOLIS – The longball was the difference for the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday afternoon. Jackson Chourio tied the game with a solo home run in the seventh inning, Rhys Hoskins provided the lead with a two-run blast in the eighth and Eric Haase finished it off with a solo blast in the ninth as the Brewers swept the Minnesota Twins, 8-7, at Target Field. ...
Steely Dan Respond To RNC Band Covering “Reelin’ In The Years”
The 2024 Republican National Convention wrapped up in Milwaukee on Thursday night, but Steely Dan has a special request for the RNC’s house band Sixwire, who insisted on playing “Reelin’ In The Years” as part of its RNC setlist. Posting to Steely’s official Facebook page and...
Lainey Wilson and more: Country Thunder at Twin Lakes
Country Thunder now has multiple locations across America, but there’s always something special about the Twin Lakes, Wisconsin edition, especially considering it’s one of the longest-running festival traditions of its kind, dating back to 1996. Top tier artists for 2024 included the “Whirlwind” of superstar Lainey Wilson and...
Milwaukee Brewers: 17 Year Old Prospect Has More Stolen Bases Than Games Played
The Milwaukee Brewers 2024 International signing class was headlined by a pair of infielders in Jorge Quintana and Jesus Made. Quintana was ranked as the 12th best prospect per MLB.com and Made 22. Recently a different player, who was also a member of the 2024 International signing class, has been in the headlines and recognized for his excellent play this season.
Brewers Designate Joel Kuhnel For Assignment
The Brewers have reinstated left-hander Jared Koenig from the 15-day injured list. Right-hander Joel Kuhnel was designated for assignment. Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel relayed the moves on X. The club’s 40-man roster count drops to 39. It seems as though Kuhnel has been Milwaukee’s “break glass...
Beaver Dam Police Department Introduces New K9, Murph
(Beaver Dam) The Beaver Dam Police Department is introducing “Murph”, a new K9, who is currently doing his onboarding before going out into the field. Officer Matt Bublitz, Murph’s training partner, said that Murph is a 16-month-old German Shepherd from Hungary. Bublitz also went on to give some context on the K9’s upcoming training process during a recent edition of community comment.
Manistique troopers arrest Wisconsin driver for OWI, possession of illegal drugs
MANISTIQUE, MI— A Wisconsin man was arrested in Schoolcraft County earlier this month on felony drug offenses. On the evening of July 12, Michigan State Police from the Manistique Outpost conducted a traffic stop on US-2 near Inland Quarry Road for a traffic violation. Subsequent investigation determined that the driver, Daniel Likness, 38, of Thiensville, Wisconsin, was under the influence.
Canadian wildfire smoke returns to Wisconsin
Canadian wildfire smoke is back in Wisconsin, although not as bad as last year. A post on X from the Green Bay National Weather Service office reported hazy skies as a result of elevated wildfire smoke from Western Canada. "Patchy dense fog will result in locally hazardous travel in parts...
Steer Clear of the Deadliest Road in Wisconsin
Summertime is the usual season where you might spend a good chunk of time out on the road. Either embarking on a family road trip or taking to the skies for an exotic vacation, summer is the season to travel. If you plan on hitting the road in the next...
Illinois and Wisconsin Kids Invited to Bring Their Small Businesses to August Market
Are your kids obsessed with making friendship bracelets? Hosting lemonade stands? Turn their hobbies into cash this August in Rockton, Illinois. When I think back to being a kid and wanting to earn a few extra bucks, I land on a memory of my friends and I creating some sort of dog's baby-sitting service.
Gov. Evers announces $1.3 million in grants for Great Lakes
MADISON, Wis. -- Governor Tony Evers announced Monday nearly $1.3 million in grants to support quality of life, foster economic development, protect and improve the Great Lakes resources, and create resiliency in Wisconsin’s coastal communities.
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