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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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Brewers Homestand Preview | Milwaukee News
The Brewers roar back home after a road sweep of the Dodgers, extending their NL Central lead as the Cubs falter. Facing injury-riddled Mariners and feisty…
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Tragic Head-On Crash in Mount Pleasant | Milwaukee News
A deadly head-on crash in Mount Pleasant on August 16th left one driver dead and another critically injured after a Ford F-150 drifted into oncoming traffic…
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Shooting Near Seventh and Lake | Milwaukee News
Shooting Near Seventh and Lake | Milwaukee News
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Measles Spreads in Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
Measles is surging in Wisconsin with 15 confirmed and 6 probable cases—up from just two the week before. Local outbreaks are spreading without travel links…
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Hong Joins Crowley to Unify Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
After a razor-thin Democratic primary, progressive firebrand Francesca Hong has thrown her full support behind David Crowley, signaling a historic pivot as she…
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Hostage Crisis Ends in Shooting | Milwaukee News
A 21-year-old suspect, Anthony Lehman, armed with a knife and makeshift blade, took a 59-year-old man hostage at a Meijer store on July 30th, demanding a…
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Washington Park Pool Gets Splash Pad Upgrade | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee County Parks is revamping Washington Park Pool with a new “Super Splash Pad,” seeking community input on features like sprayers, shade, and play…
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Wisconsin Governor’s Race Ends in Nail-Biter | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s Democratic governor’s race just got wilder — David Crowley narrowly beat progressive Rep. Francesca Hong in a nail-biter primary, with Gov. Tony…
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Jacobs Set to Run Milwaukee Wastewater Plants | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s wastewater future is changing: a committee has endorsed Jacobs Solutions for a 10-year contract to run the city’s treatment plants, starting in…
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Nonprofit Excellence Honored in Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
Thirty-eight trailblazers in southeastern Wisconsin were honored at BizTimes Media’s annual Nonprofit Excellence Awards, celebrating a decade of spotlighting…
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Wisconsin Democrats Eye November Wave | Milwaukee News
Ben Wikler, former chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, is buzzing with optimism ahead of November’s elections, predicting a potential trifecta win for…
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Two Major Crashes on I-41 | Milwaukee News
Two devastating crashes tore through Washington County on a brutal Monday morning—first, a fatal motorcycle accident where an off-duty EMT and firefighter…
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Tortillas Wrapped in Global Flavors | Milwaukee News
Get ready to have your taste buds travel the world — all wrapped in a tortilla. El Impostor Tacos & Tequila, opening this fall in the former Caulfield’s space…
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Major Crash Closes I-41 South | Milwaukee News
Major Crash Closes I-41 South | Milwaukee News
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Senior Clerk Arrested in Milwaukee Drug Bust | Milwaukee News
A top-ranking Milwaukee County administrator, Samotria Matthews, 54, has been arrested for allegedly running a drug operation from her home — alongside her…
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Fresh Coast Jazz Festival in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Get ready to groove at the Fresh Coast Jazz Festival in Milwaukee — a three-day smooth jazz extravaganza at the iconic Pabst Theater, featuring Spyro Gyra…
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Ed Sheeran and Tyrese Haliburton Visit Oshkosh Vintage Shop | Milwaukee News
Two major celebrities hit a vintage shop in Oshkosh, Wisconsin—Grammy winner Ed Sheeran, who snagged an Ipswich Town jersey, and hometown NBA star Tyrese…
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Supermoon Closes Taproom, Focuses on Distribution | Milwaukee News
Supermoon Beer Company is shutting down its Bay View taproom to focus on distribution, but the brewery’s still brewing—just without the in-person experience…
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Jonas Brothers Return to Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Jonas Brothers are back in Milwaukee for their “Burning Up Tour All Over Again” on November 1st at Fiserv Forum — a nostalgic road trip to relive their hits…
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Milwaukee’s $700M Wastewater Operator Race | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s $700 million wastewater contract is heating up as an ad hoc committee recommends Jacobs Solutions over longtime operator Veolia, sparking fierce…
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Supermoon Beer Closes Taproom, Focuses on Distribution | Milwaukee News
Supermoon Beer’s South Howell Avenue taproom has shut down, but the brewery is still brewing and expanding its reach. Originally launched without a taproom in…
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Young Rider Seriously Injured in Highway Crash | Milwaukee News
Young Rider Seriously Injured in Highway Crash | Milwaukee News
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Wisconsin State Fair 2024 Recap | Milwaukee News
After a heartbreaking cancellation last year due to historic flooding, the Wisconsin State Fair delivered a triumphant, full eleven-day celebration this summer…
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Vel Phillips Legacy Honored in New Sculpture | Milwaukee News
A powerful new public artwork titled “I Didn’t Do It Alone” is set to debut this Friday at 11 AM in Vel R. Phillips Plaza, honoring the late civil rights…
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Brass Sword Returns to Century-Old Monument | Milwaukee News
A century-old Milwaukee monument is getting its lost brass sword back—after 80 years missing! The Spirit of Service Monument, gifted by the Milwaukee Loyal…
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Shots Fired in West Allis Apartment | Milwaukee News
Sunday night in West Allis turned chaotic when police responded to reports of a fight near 86th Street and Greenfield Avenue—only to discover an assault had…
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Two Shootings Rock Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Two shootings rocked Milwaukee on Sunday, August 16th, leaving two people injured—one at 91st and Silver Spring around 10:40 p.m., and another at 37th and…
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Check Who Owns Your Rental | Milwaukee News
Before signing a lease, uncover who really owns your potential rental in Milwaukee—use MyMilwaukeeHome to check ownership, build dates, and code violations. If…
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Milwaukee Transit Through Time | Milwaukee News
Step back in time with Milwaukee’s transit history—streetcars from 1928, church women trading stamps for a $5,780 bus, civil rights protests blocking school…
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Students and Seniors Build Bridges | Milwaukee News
Marquette University’s genius program pairs college students with seniors at St. Camillus, slashing rent in exchange for eight weekly hours of…
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Creative Therapy Redefining Mental Health | Milwaukee News
In Milwaukee, Creative Counseling is revolutionizing mental health care by blending traditional therapy with art, play, and brain spotting—offering clients…
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Milwaukee Teachers Unite for Reading Success | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee Public Schools just wrapped a massive literacy summit for over 1,000 teachers, kicking off a bold new push to get every student reading at grade…
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Students and Seniors Build Community | Milwaukee News
Students trade rent for companionship at Marquette’s St. Camillus senior living facility, sparking intergenerational bonds through tech lessons, walks, and…
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Sister Carol Sciano on Justice and Healing | Milwaukee News
Sister Carol Sciano, a former Milwaukee prosecutor turned national leader of Catholic sisters, is redefining religious mission through bold collaboration and…
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Head Start Under Fire in Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
The Trump administration is rolling out sweeping changes to Head Start in Wisconsin, aiming to slash federal regulations and hand more control to states—but…
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Senate Race Heats Up in District Twenty-One | Milwaukee News
A high-stakes Senate race in Wisconsin’s District Twenty-one is heating up as longtime Republican incumbent Van Wanggaard steps aside, triggering a fierce…
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David Kriete Leads Cancer Foundation Success | Milwaukee News
David Kriete, president of the Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation, is turning heads with his bold leadership—streamlining operations, bringing staff in-house to…
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The Executive Assistant Who Builds Teams and Communities | Milwaukee News
Christa Weindorf is a powerhouse executive assistant at American Construction Services, where she’s transformed onboarding into a year-long, engaging program…
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Milwaukee Tool Wins Corporate Citizen Award | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee Tool just earned the title of Corporate Citizen of the Year for turning its resources, leadership, and influence into real community…
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Feeding Milwaukee with Dignity | Milwaukee News
In Milwaukee, The Gathering of Southeast Wisconsin is feeding over 127,000 hungry neighbors each year—free, hot, and served with dignity—with a mission that…
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The Unsung Architect of Leadership | Milwaukee News
Elizabeth Schultz, Milwaukee Area Technical College’s senior executive assistant for a decade, is being honored for her indispensable role as a strategic…
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From Student to Campus Leader | Milwaukee News
Araceli Robles Estrada, a six-year veteran executive assistant at Milwaukee Area Technical College, is being celebrated for her unwavering dedication…
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The Unsung Force Behind Discovery World | Milwaukee News
Kiki Shea, the unsung powerhouse behind Milwaukee’s Discovery World, is turning chaos into order—one board portal and off-site meeting at a time. As the…
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Executive by Day, Community Hero by Night | Milwaukee News
Melissa Dietrich is the unsung powerhouse behind Regal Holdings’ executive operations, juggling CEO schedules, high-stakes events, and community outreach with…
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Darryl Johnson Named Nonprofit Executive of the Year | Milwaukee News
Darryl Johnson, executive director of Riverworks Development Corp., is honored as Nonprofit Executive of the Year for his 20+ year leadership in transforming…
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Milwaukee Unites to End Youth Homelessness | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s Youth Homelessness Demonstration Project is rewriting the playbook by uniting top nonprofits to create a real, responsive safety net for unhoused…
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The CEO's Right Arm Behind the Success | Milwaukee News
Amy Beeman, the unsung hero behind CEO Timothy Schneider’s success, has been his indispensable right arm for over a decade—handling his schedule, organizing…
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The Heart Behind the Numbers | Milwaukee News
Jaclyn Pappalardo, with nearly three decades in finance and a career built on loyalty to her mentor William Berrall, now leads operations at BKM Wealth…
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The Glue That Keeps Milwaukee Running | Milwaukee News
Karla Ransom is the unsung powerhouse behind Mortenson’s Milwaukee operations, turning chaos into cohesion as the go-to executive assistant who keeps teams…
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The Quiet Force Behind Junior Achievement's Success | Milwaukee News
For over 30 years, Suzanne Schwerm has been the steady heartbeat of Junior Achievement of Wisconsin—transforming a half-million-dollar nonprofit into a…
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The Unsung Architect of Organizational Growth | Milwaukee News
Sara Jean Dostal is quietly revolutionizing Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Milwaukee from behind the scenes, juggling senior leadership roles while keeping…
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Lisa Privatt Powers Girl Scouts Leadership | Milwaukee News
Lisa Privatt is quietly revolutionizing Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast—boosting its national profile, spearheading innovative virtual events, and mentoring…
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Shepherds College Builds Independence | Milwaukee News
Shepherds College in Union Grove is turning heads by empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through a bold, life-changing program…
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Brutal Attack on Disabled Man in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
A brutal assault on a vulnerable man with disabilities has shocked the Milwaukee community, leading to a swift arrest after security footage captured the…
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Milwaukee Election Glitch and Systemic Concerns | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s primary election results hit a snag when staff accidentally downloaded audit logs instead of vote counts from five out of nine memory sticks — a…
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Milwaukee Shooting: Two Hurt, Suspect Wanted | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee Shooting: Two Hurt, Suspect Wanted | Milwaukee News
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Two Pool Players Lost in Milwaukee Tragedy | Milwaukee News
Two women, Amy Austin and May Daiber, were brutally killed in a hit-and-run in Milwaukee after leaving a pool hall — and their community is rallying to honor…
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Milwaukee Man Assaulted Outside Pizza Shop | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee man, Lawrence Rauch, is recovering after a brutal attack outside a pizza shop—where he suffered life-threatening injuries including a broken nose…
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Aug Prep’s $100M Campus Transformation | Milwaukee News
Aug Prep is revolutionizing education with a $100 million leap—taking over the former Cardinal Stritch campus to build a cutting-edge North Campus. Spearheaded…
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Support Local Journalism Today | Milwaukee News
Join the movement to save local journalism—small contributions unlock big impact. Back independent, in-depth reporting with flexible donation tiers that remove…