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Jim Dreyer to attempt another 83-mile solo swim across Lake Michigan
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Jim “The Shark” Dreyer is back at it again. Dreyer, who last year had to abort his solo swim across Lake Michigan due to poor conditions, is taking another shot at the 83-mile swim from Milwaukee and Grand Haven in an effort to “finish what he started” last summer.
Family of Man Killed by Officers During RNC Seeks Answers
This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Visit milwaukeenns.org. Angelique Sharpe now sadly knows firsthand how frequently police interactions can turn deadly for Black men. Her brother, Samuel Sharpe Jr., was shot and killed...
Bartolotta Restaurants opens new venue in Wisconsin, US
Bartolotta Restaurants has expanded its portfolio with the launch of The Commodore in the Greater Milwaukee region of the US state of Wisconsin. The new establishment is housed within a historic waterfront property, offering a fine dining experience and event spaces with picturesque views of Nagawicka Lake. The main level...
Brewers seeking bat which would balance out lineup
Starting pitching has long been the Brewers’ top priority on the trade market — and likely still is — but in the wake of Christian Yelich’s placement on the injured list with a significant back injury, the team is now also seeking a left-handed bat, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. Yelich is attempting non-surgical rehab to get back to the field sooner than later, but he’ll very likely require surgery this offseason as he aims to correct an issue that’s plagued him for some time now.
Loopholes limit the effectiveness of repeat reckless driving towing law
It was touted as a way to help make our streets safer. But a TMJ4 Lighthouse investigation found a new state law allowing law enforcement to tow the cars of repeat reckless drivers is not used often
Milwaukee Brewers Linked To 1 Intriguing Los Angeles Angels Trade Candidate
The Milwaukee Brewers are in an interesting spot as the July 30 MLB trade deadline approaches. They have been one of the top three teams in the National League all year, but have operated short handed from a pitching perspective and recently found out that Christian Yelich will miss some time with another back injury. That being said one National MLB Insider from Yahoo Sports linked Milwaukee to one particular Los Angeles Angels trade target.
Under The Moonshine: Catch Corey Hart, Milwaukee Brewers Legend, at Central Standard Crafthouse and Kitchen for Special Signing and Sampling Event
Under The Moonshine: Catch Corey Hart, Milwaukee Brewers Legend, at Central. Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen for Special Signing and Sampling Event. Who: Central Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen and Corey Hart. What: From the diamond to the distillery, Milwaukee Brewers legend Corey Hart returns to. downtown to celebrate his collaboration with...
Brewers Bullpen Boosted With Return of Standout Middle Reliever
The Milwaukee Brewers bullpen received a significant boost with the recent return of standout middle relief pitcher Jared Koenig. Koenig is the first of several key pitchers to return from the injured list for the National League Central Division-leading Brewers, who currently maintain a 59-43 overall record (.578 winning percentage), 16 games above .500, and six ahead of the second-place St. Louis Cardinals.
Popular Weather App Used in Minnesota and Wisconsin Now Offering a “Mosquito Forecast”
It's one of the top weather apps for smartphone users in Minnesota and Wisconsin, and a new feature claims to help "better plan summer activities" against pesky mosquitos. The new in-app feature is a partnership between a weather powerhouse, and a bug repellant powerhouse that brings over 15 billion climate data points together with mosquito data from over 5,000 locations that predicts mosquito behavior and populations.
Annual Philippine Center Health Fair returns with free health screenings
GREENFIELD, Wis. (CBS 58) --The annual Philippine Center Health Fair and Backpack Day was hosted by the Philippine Cultural and Civic Center Foundation on Saturday, July 27. It was held at Zablocki Park and is a tradition for many families in the community. Over 30 booths were available, an increase from last year.
Committee studying how to manage Wisconsin sandhill cranes
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A group of legislators, farmers and conservationists studying how to control Wisconsin’s sandhill crane population is set to hold its first meeting next month. The Joint Legislative Council’s 12-member Study Committee on Sandhill Cranes is set to meet Aug. 1 at the Horicon Marsh...
Forum announced for Democratic candidates running for 96th Assembly District
The League of Women Voters of the La Crosse Area announced this week they will sponsor a candidate forum between the Democratic candidates for the 96th Wisconsin Assembly District race in the 2024 Primary Election on Wednesday, July 31,. The forum will be live streamed at 6:30 p.m. on our LWVLA YouTube channel — 96th Assembly Primary Forum. A recording of the forum will continue to be available for viewing on this channel and on our website lwvlacrosse.org.
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