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GOP convention sets stage for Democratic convention in Chicago
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Activists who marched outside the Republican National Convention are trumpeting their efforts, despite crowd estimates falling short. Milwaukee police are praising their cooperation with other agencies in convention security, even as Ohio officers face scrutiny for shooting and killing a man while in the city. Some activists and attendees say there was more caution after the apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, while others say the setting was the right place to amplify their message and set the stage for...
'The worst I've seen': Car windows smashed on Milwaukee's east side
MILWAUKEE — Drivers on multiple blocks on Milwaukee's east side told WISN 12 News they have been dealing with car window smashing sprees. A local business is offering a temporary fix for free. "We'll clean up the glass, tape up their windows to prevent the car from getting wet...
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.
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.
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.
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...
Fire renders 8 Northwestern Avenue apartments uninhabitable
RACINE — A Thursday night kitchen fire in the 2200 block of Northwestern Avenue caused about $80,000 in damage. Eight apartments in the complex – including the unit where the fire originated – were left uninhabitable. Racine Fire Department personnel responded to an apartment complex at 10:10...
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.
Milwaukee police: 73-year-old man found, reported missing Friday
MILWAUKEE - UPDATE: MPD said Percy Wheeler has been located. The original missing person notice is available below. The Milwaukee Police Department is seeking the public’s help in their search for 73-year-old Percy Wheeler. Officials said Wheeler was last in contact with his family on Thursday, July 18. He...
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.
Penzeys Spices hangs 'Welcome Future Fake Electors' sign in window during RNC
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Despite the excitement inside the RNC perimeter, some businesses have expressed their frustration about Milwaukee hosting the convention. For example, Penzeys Spices has been outspoken about their political views for many years, often sharing content on social media, criticizing the GOP. For the RNC, Penzeys hung...
The global tech outage hit Milwaukee's airport, banks and health care systems on Friday
A global technology outage is grounding flights and disrupting communication in area hospitals and banks on Friday morning after a faulty system update. Here's which Milwaukee area organizations are impacted by the outage. ...
Oprah Winfrey was spotted at the Milwaukee Public Market on Thursday afternoon
If you were getting lunch at the Milwaukee Public Market on Thursday, you might have run into Oprah Winfrey. She was spotted at the Milwaukee Public Market, 400 N Water St., around 2p.m. July 18 at the vendor Pat's Rib Place, owned by Alisha and Ty Hayes. ...
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...
Update: Long lines at Milwaukee Mitchell Airport amid mass technology outage
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- CBS 58's Amanda Becker reports seeing long check-in lines at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport as thousands try to leave the city after the Republican National Convention. Travelers say check-in systems were down though many flights still read 'on-time' on screens at the airport. Meanwhile, CBS 58...
Jake Tapper Digs at MSNBC for Remote RNC Set: ‘We’re Live As Opposed to Some Other Networks’
CNN host Jake Tapper took a swipe at MSNBC's controversial remote coverage of the Republican National Convention (RNC) on Thursday. The post Jake Tapper Digs at MSNBC for Remote RNC Set: ‘We’re Live As Opposed to Some Other Networks’ first appeared on Mediaite.
Evers orders flags at half-staff for late Major General
MADISON, Wis. -- Gov. Tony Evers announced Friday he signed an executive order for the flags of the United States and the State of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sunday, July 21, in honor of Major General Jerald David "Jerry" Slack.
Spinning the State: Ashwaubenon, Appleton, Pulaski
Stories you might have missed from across Wisconsin. Ashwaubenon: Manure Spill being investigated. Put down your lunch until this story is over. The Wisconsin Department of Natural resources is investigating a manure spill that took place in Eastern Outagamie County and western Brown County. The spill resulted in a fish kill. Tuesday, the department was notified of manure in Dutchman Creek and then a staffer noticed dead fish in the creek. The source of the manure is unknown but the DNR and county Land Conservation are on scene looking into the issue. The DNR is recommending that people and pets avoid contact with Dutchman Creek. Ok, you can go back to your lunch. Full Story.
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