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Milwaukee News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Milwaukee News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Milwaukee—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Milwaukee News Today is…
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Burlington Standoff Ends in Tragedy | Milwaukee News
A tense 7-hour standoff unfolded in Burlington after a 43-year-old man locked himself inside his home following an assault, sparking a massive police response…
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Basketball for Change and Scholarships | Milwaukee News
Evolve Church’s third annual Stop the Violence Basketball Tournament lit up St. Augustine Prep Academy with hoops, hope, and heart — turning competition into…
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Two Arrested in UW Campus Sexual Assault | Milwaukee News
Two suspects from Fitchburg are arrested in connection with a brutal sexual assault at UW-Madison’s Goodspeed Family Pier—caught on camera by a bystander near…
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Milwaukee Hit-and-Run Leaves Family in Distress | Milwaukee News
A life-threatening hit-and-run in Milwaukee leaves a 61-year-old pedestrian critically injured after being struck near 27th and Highland. The driver fled the…
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Tablets in Jail Spark Governor’s Battle | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee County jail tablet program has ignited a fiery gubernatorial feud in Wisconsin, as a judge’s outrage over inmates using devices to intimidate…
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Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Polk | Milwaukee News
Two lives lost in a devastating motorcycle crash near the intersection of Highway 175 and Highway 164 in Polk, Wisconsin, around 2:30 AM on Saturday, August…
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Tragic Shooting at Eagle Sports Range | Milwaukee News
A tragic accident at Eagle Sports Range in Cudahy left one person dead after an apparent self-inflicted gunshot; emergency responders and medical examiners…
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Parent Trips 9-Year-Old in Youth Game | Milwaukee News
A nine-year-old football player in Milwaukee was tripped by an opposing team’s parent during a youth game — captured on video and sparking outrage. The adult…
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Wet Weekend Then Scorching Heat | Milwaukee News
Get ready for a wild weather ride in southeast Wisconsin—rain and thunderstorms hit Saturday through Monday, then buckle down for a scorcher in September with…
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Caretaker Sentenced for Elder Abuse | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee caretaker, Abrianna Clark, 28, has been sentenced to ten years in prison for pushing a 76-year-old senior resident to the ground — an act that led…
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Trump’s Lake Rename Sparks Wisconsin Trade Battle | Milwaukee News
Trump’s push to rename Lake Ontario to “Lake America” has sparked a political firestorm in Wisconsin, where trade ties with Canada are vital—especially for…
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Measles Surge in Wisconsin Counties | Milwaukee News
Measles is surging in southwest Wisconsin, with 22 new cases this week pushing the total to 98 across three counties—most in Iowa and Lafayette, where nearly…
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Milwaukee Hit-and-Run Victim in Critical Condition | Milwaukee News
A 61-year-old pedestrian was critically injured in a hit-and-run on West Highland Blvd in west Milwaukee Friday night—just as they tried to cross the street…
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VIA Builds Affordable Townhomes in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
VIA CDC is transforming Milwaukee’s South Side with a bold new plan: turning vacant lots into affordable, owner-occupied townhomes. The $2.95 million…
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Downtown Strip Club Closes Amid Violence | Milwaukee News
A downtown strip club is shutting its doors temporarily—blaming rising violence—as the surrounding bar district transforms and the building goes on the market…
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Milwaukee’s New Wellness Hub Takes Root | Milwaukee News
In Milwaukee’s north side, a bold new vision is taking root: a community-owned wellness hub born from the ashes of a shuttered grocery store. Spearheaded by…
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Silk on Water Closes Over Safety Concerns | Milwaukee News
Silk on Water, a beloved downtown Milwaukee hotspot, is shutting its doors temporarily amid escalating gun violence in the surrounding entertainment district —…
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McCord Shines as Packers Edge Cardinals | Milwaukee News
Kyle McCord dazzled in Green Bay’s wild 42-38 preseason win over Arizona, throwing four TDs and no picks to steal the spotlight—his poise and efficiency…
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Chase, Swallowed Drug, Then Narcan | Milwaukee News
A reckless blue Ford Focus with no plates triggered a high-speed chase after fleeing a traffic stop in Milwaukee, ending with the driver swallowing what…
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MATC and MIT Launch Manufacturing Certificate | Milwaukee News
MATC and MIT are teaming up to launch a groundbreaking 12-month advanced manufacturing certificate program next fall, designed to fast-track skilled workers…
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Silk on Water Closes Over Safety | Milwaukee News
Silk on Water, Milwaukee’s iconic gentlemen’s club, has shut down its downtown location amid escalating violence and safety crises in the Water Street…
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Flock Cameras Under Scrutiny in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee Police defend their Flock license plate cameras despite internal misuse scandals, citing real crime-solving wins — including homicides and…
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Former Coach Charged with Grooming Teens | Milwaukee News
A former coach and security guard at Lincoln Center of the Arts in Milwaukee is facing serious charges after allegedly grooming multiple teenage boys and…
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City Attorney Misses Hearing, Faces $500K Bill | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s City Attorney’s Office is facing a potential $511,651 bill after deputy city attorney Naomi Sanders missed a critical court hearing in a property…
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Racine Raiders Seal Perfect Season | Milwaukee News
The Racine Raiders just capped off a perfect season with a clutch 48-yard field goal to win their league championship — their third title in four years. Built…
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Midtown Commons Affordable Housing Revival | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s Midtown Commons apartment complex, set to deliver 200 affordable units on a former Walmart site with buried contamination, just got a $1 million…
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Wisconsin Businesses Feel Tariff Pain | Milwaukee News
The U.S. just hit Canadian imports with a 50% tariff on dairy, paper, and booze—on top of earlier steel, aluminum, and lumber duties—sending shockwaves through…
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Milwaukee Welcomes Global Jehovah's Witnesses | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee is preparing to welcome over 21,000 Jehovah’s Witnesses—including 5,000 international guests—for its first major convention since 1978, turning the…
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Milwaukee Trails Speed Limits | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s trails are getting a speed bump—literally—as the parks department moves to regulate electric bikes and e-motos, tackling safety concerns as these…
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52 Local Eats to Try This Year | Milwaukee News
Discover 52 local food gems in your city—visit one each week and by 2026, you’ll have tasted them all. From Ruta’s Fresh Indian Fare in West Allis, serving…
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False Hostage Call Triggers SWAT | Milwaukee News
A Wisconsin woman faces felony charges after faking a hostage situation that sent police, a SWAT team, and even a high school into lockdown—only to be found…
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Milwaukee Election Glitch and Fixes | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s election team stumbled during vote counting when five flash drives loaded audit files instead of results—just a human error, not sabotage. The…
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Measles Surge in Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
Measles is spreading fast in Wisconsin, with 98 confirmed cases—doubling in just a week—mostly in Iowa and Lafayette counties. With 100 total cases for the…
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Measles Surge in Wisconsin and Beyond | Milwaukee News
Measles is surging in Wisconsin, with 92 confirmed cases and 6 probable as of Friday, August 28 — a sharp spike concentrated in southeastern counties like…
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Zollicoffer Trial Escalates | Milwaukee News
Thomas Zollicoffer is facing trial for allegedly gunning down three people in Milwaukee within 30 minutes, sparking a multi-day manhunt. Now accused of witness…
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Hop Back to Normal Routes This Fall | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s streetcar, The Hop, is returning to its regular two-route setup next week—no more lakefront-only F-Line! Starting September 1st, the M-Line will…
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Custom Machinery Stolen in Broad Daylight | Milwaukee News
Police in Menomonee Falls are hunting for thieves who stole a custom piece of machinery in broad daylight Thursday morning—just after 9:30 AM on Megal Drive…
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Milwaukee Fixes Election Counting Mess | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s election officials are rolling out strict new safeguards after a costly mix-up in the August primary—workers accidentally downloaded audit logs…
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Former Soccer Volunteer Sentenced for Child Abuse | Milwaukee News
A Wisconsin soccer volunteer turned predator: Justin Kagerbauer, 47, sentenced to eight years for plotting to travel overseas to sexually assault a minor and…
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El Niño Brings Heat, Not Rain to Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
A super El Niño, possibly the strongest ever recorded, is heating up the Pacific and sending a warm wave toward Wisconsin — but it’s not all good news. While…
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Snap-on Doubles Down on INDYCAR | Milwaukee News
Snap-on is doubling down on its INDYCAR passion, locking in a multiyear extension as title sponsor of the Milwaukee Mile weekend — and official tools provider…
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Cristy Garcia-Thomas Takes Helm at GMC | Milwaukee News
Cristy Garcia-Thomas is now the permanent president and CEO of the Greater Milwaukee Committee, stepping into the role after eight months as interim leader…
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Mayor’s Social Media Sparks Council Debate | Milwaukee News
Mayor Ament’s social media posts are sparking controversy in New Berlin, with accusations of being anti-Muslim and prompting a tense Common Council meeting to…
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New Sculpture Unveiled at Firefly Grove | Milwaukee News
Get ready for a magical Friday night in Wauwatosa—Firefly Grove Park is unveiling its newest giant sculpture, “Sacred Rhythm Mother” by artist Justin Roberts…
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Line 5 Leak Forces Pipeline Pause | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s DNR has demanded a pause on Enbridge’s billion-dollar Line 5 reroute after a semi-truck crash triggered a natural gas liquids leak, forcing…
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Aya Brunch Spot You Need to Try | Milwaukee News
Brunch at Aya is a Mediterranean dream—perfect for chilly days craving fresh, flavorful bites. Start with beet hummus or cigar-shaped spanakopita, then dive…
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Cristy Garcia-Thomas Named Permanent CEO | Milwaukee News
Cristy Garcia-Thomas is now the permanent president and CEO of the Greater Milwaukee Committee, officially stepping into the role she’s held since December as…
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Chase Ends in Crash With Child Inside | Milwaukee News
A high-speed police chase turns deadly when a suspect fleeing an active felony warrant crashes his vehicle in Fox Point, leaving a one-year-old child trapped…
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AI Deepfakes in Wisconsin Elections | Milwaukee News
In Wisconsin’s most heated congressional race, Rep. Derrick Van Orden unleashed AI-generated deepfakes—featuring a fake version of his opponent, Rebecca Cooke…
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Bandit MKE Survives Two Fires | Milwaukee News
Two devastating fires at a U-Haul facility in Milwaukee wiped out most of Bandit MKE’s inventory—just as they were gearing up for their big five-year…
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Milwaukee Shooting Leaves Community in Shock | Milwaukee News
A deadly shooting in Milwaukee’s 27th and Walnut neighborhood has left a community reeling — police and medical examiners are on the scene as family members…
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Blood Moon Eclipse Lights Up Sky | Milwaukee News
The moon put on a stunning show with a near-total lunar eclipse, turning blood-red and captivating viewers across the U.S. — and it’s the last one we’ll see…
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Almost Blood Moon Sky Show | Milwaukee News
Last night’s partial lunar eclipse was a cosmic spectacle—nearly 96% of the moon plunged into Earth’s shadow, creating an “almost blood moon” visible from D.C…
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Milwaukee’s Weekend Heatwave | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s buzzing this weekend with nonstop action—Brewers games, block parties, and high-octane racing at the State Fair Park. Music lovers can groove to…
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Sarah Richardson Reimagines Storytelling Through Video | Milwaukee News
Sarah Richardson, fresh off a stint crafting TV promos, is now diving back into frontline reporting as the Journal Sentinel’s new trending and social video…
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Milwaukee 911 Crisis and System Review | Milwaukee News
A 99-year-old woman in Milwaukee waited hours for help as a man attacked her — sparking outrage after a memo revealed call-takers ignored protocol. Two staff…
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Wisconsin Surplus Surprises Lawmakers | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s budget surplus just ballooned to nearly $3 billion—way more than expected—thanks to a surprise surge in tax revenue, leaving lawmakers scrambling…
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MPS Invests $20M in North Side Schools | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee Public Schools is pouring over $20 million into major renovations for four key north side schools—Frances Starms, Andrew S. Douglas, Gwen T. Jackson…
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MPS Invests $15M in North Side Schools | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee Public Schools is pouring over $15 million into six north side schools with major upgrades—new floors, paint, lighting, and even updated bathrooms—to…
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Community Events & Cat Rescue Fundraiser | Milwaukee News
This week’s city buzz is packed with fun, community spirit, and ways to give back—from high-speed INDYCAR racing at the Milwaukee Mile to a Shrek trivia night…