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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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Milwaukee’s Coffee Crawl & New Eats | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s coffee scene is about to get a major upgrade with the launch of a self-guided Coffee Crawl in September, complete with a digital pass that unlocks…
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Honoring Legacy with Street Signs | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee County pays tribute to two pillars of the community with new honorary street signs honoring Reverend Doctor Lovell Johnson Senior and William R…
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Former Group Home Worker Gets Probation | Milwaukee News
A former Milwaukee group home worker, 27-year-old Latimmia Washington, just got sentenced after pleading guilty to misdemeanor battery and disorderly conduct…
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Man Found Dead in Lake Michigan | Milwaukee News
Man Found Dead in Lake Michigan | Milwaukee News
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Court Administrator Charged in Drug Case | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee County court administrator is facing felony charges after fentanyl and cocaine were found at her home — a shocking twist in a case that erupted…
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Art as Therapy in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
In Milwaukee, art therapy is revolutionizing mental health care by turning paintbrushes and clay into tools for healing—especially for those who struggle to…
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Man Pleads Guilty to Jewelry Heists | Milwaukee News
An Indianapolis man, Timothy Dodd, got a year of probation instead of jail after admitting to stealing three diamond rings worth over $29,000 from Milwaukee…
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Unidentified Man Found in Milwaukee Water | Milwaukee News
A mysterious man, estimated to be 55-65, was found dead in the water near Bay View Park on August 15th—wearing a Brewers shirt, Adidas pants, and Nike shoes…
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Wisconsin Farmers Battle Wolf Depredation | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin farmers are in crisis as wolf attacks on livestock surge, leaving them stranded in a broken compensation system that delays payouts and often falls…
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Ukrainian Festival Raises Aid for Ukraine | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s biggest Ukrainian festival hit Franklin this past Sunday, blending live music, authentic cuisine, art, and community connection at Croatian Park…
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Milwaukee Man Found Dead in Lake Michigan | Milwaukee News
A man in his 50s to 60s was found dead in Lake Michigan near Bay View Park on Saturday, August 15. Authorities are urgently seeking help to identify him — he…
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Honoring Reverend Johnson’s Legacy | Milwaukee News
A new street sign on Milwaukee’s West Atkinson Avenue honors Reverend Doctor Lovell Johnson Senior, the visionary leader of St. Mark AME Church who saved one…
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Crowley Leads in Tight Wisconsin Race | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley leads Republican Tom Tiffany by four points in a new poll — but with a 4.4% margin of error, it’s a razor-thin race…
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AJR’s Wisconsin State Fair Debut | Milwaukee News
AJR electrified the Wisconsin State Fair with their first-ever appearance, blending high-energy theatrics, comedy, and intricate production into a show that…
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County Official Accused in Drug Ring | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee County court official, Samotria Matthews, faces serious drug trafficking charges after authorities uncovered a massive operation in her…
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Al Sharpton Honors Corey Ruiz at Funeral | Milwaukee News
Al Sharpton delivered a powerful eulogy for Corey Ruiz, a 38-year-old Black man fatally shot by a Madison police officer, calling out city leaders for…
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Measles Resurgence Hits Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
Measles is roaring back across the U.S., with over 4,800 cases since early 2025 — most hitting kids and teens — after first igniting in Texas’s low-vax areas…
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Nominate Your Favorite Prime Rib Spot | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s Prime Rib Trail is back for 2026—and YOU get to decide which restaurants make the cut. The Wisconsin Beef Council is opening nominations now…
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Cheese Plant Pays Heavy Price for Pollution | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin Cheese Group just got a year of probation and a $237,500 fine for dumping untreated wastewater into the local sewer system—19 times between last June…
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Milwaukee’s New Table Tennis Hub | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee is set to get its first dedicated table tennis facility, thanks to a passionate coach pushing for a professional-grade space designed for players of…
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Buc-ee's Coming to Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
Buc-ee’s is set to open its first Wisconsin location in Oak Creek, with city council voting on a landmark 65-million-dollar private investment that brings no…
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County Clerk Employee Suspended After Drug Raid | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee County Clerk of Circuit Courts employee has been suspended after authorities raided their property and found fentanyl, cocaine, and suspicious…
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97 Rare Super Mario Cartridges Found | Milwaukee News
A Wisconsin shop owner stumbled upon a hidden treasure: 97 pristine, never-before-seen copies of Super Mario Brothers Duck Hunt—each from a secret 1993 print…
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Former Principal Sues Over LGBTQ+ Discrimination | Milwaukee News
A former Wisconsin school principal, Jeffrey Peterson — a 30-year educator and past Principal of the Year — is suing his district for firing him because he’s…
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Milwaukee Parks to Test Parking Fees | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee County Parks is reviving its plan to charge for parking in high-traffic spots like the lakefront and American Family Field, aiming to close a $50…
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Dosa District Blends South Indian with Hot Chicken | Milwaukee News
Dosa District just dropped a fiery new spot on the East Side, blending delicate South Indian flavors with bold hot chicken for a spicy fusion twist that’s…
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Corey Ruiz's Legacy Calls for Body Cameras | Milwaukee News
Corey Ruiz, 38, died during a violent police encounter in Madison, captured on bystander video showing multiple officers and a taser before shots were fired…
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Milwaukee I-94 Expansion Delayed | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s I-94 expansion could be delayed until 2035, throwing a major wrench into daily commutes and local economies. With funding and logistical hurdles…
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Omega Diner Faces Bank of America Demolition | Milwaukee News
Omega’s iconic Southside Greek diner may soon be replaced by a new Bank of America branch, sparking local buzz as the bank expands its Milwaukee footprint with…
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Corey Ruiz Funeral Draws National Attention | Milwaukee News
Madison, Wisconsin, mourns Corey Ruiz, fatally shot by police during a July arrest attempt, as family and civil rights leaders gather for his funeral — where…
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Neighbor’s Heroic Act Turns Violent | Milwaukee News
A neighborly act at Beto’s Pizza turned violent when a 43-year-old man, stepping in to stop a customer from harassing an employee, was later attacked outside —…
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Mackie Building Revival Aims for Historic Charm | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s historic Mackie Building, long vacant, is set for a major revival as investors plan a mixed-use transformation blending classic charm with modern…
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Milwaukee Man Charged in 3 Homicides | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee man with a violent past is facing life in prison after allegedly gunning down three people in a single day — his ex-girlfriend, her friend, and a…
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Hits Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s grappling with a shocking surge in cyclosporiasis cases—over 250 reported—with dozens hospitalized and a troubling spike in domestic infections, no…
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Wisconsin Tornado Surge This Year | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s tornado season is off the charts—46 confirmed twisters this year alone, matching 2010’s total and just shy of the record 62 in 2005. Normally…
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The GOAT Bar’s Artful Feast and Community Soul | Milwaukee News
Step into The GOAT Bar & Grill in Sussex, where art meets blue-collar charm and every bite feels like a celebration. Opened by Katie Johnson-Rizer and Monica…
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Wisconsin Prisons Struggle to Fix Mental Health Care | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s prisons are drowning in mental health crises, with nearly half of inmates diagnosed — and getting sicker as communities fail to provide care…
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Lincoln Ave School Fire Explained | Milwaukee News
A massive five-alarm fire at Lincoln Avenue School wasn’t arson—it was spontaneous combustion from chemical-soaked rags left in a trash can, caught on camera…
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Milwaukee’s Weekend Events Roundup | Milwaukee News
This Saturday, Milwaukee’s Irreverent Warriors host their annual Silkies Hike—where vets and active-duty troops bond through laughs and camaraderie, complete…
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Ad Wars Ignite in Governor’s Race | Milwaukee News
The governor’s race is exploding into full-blown ad warfare, with both candidates unleashing seven-figure campaigns just days after the primary. David Crowley…
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Potawatomi Return to Ancestral Waters | Milwaukee News
This Friday at noon, the Forest County Potawatomi Tribe is reclaiming history as they launch five handcrafted birch bark canoes on the Menomonee River — the…
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Yelp Beer Hunt in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Get ready for Milwaukee’s newest brew adventure: the free Yelp Beer Hunt on Wednesday, September 16th at the historic Pabst Brewing Co. building turned…
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Corey Ruiz Funeral and Justice Call | Milwaukee News
Corey Ruiz’s funeral is set for Friday, August 14th at 11 AM at Fountain of Life Church, with Reverend Al Sharpton delivering the eulogy and attorney Ben Crump…
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Rain & Fog Alert for Wisconsin Fair Weekend | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin State Fair weekend’s weather forecast: rain likely, especially south of I-94 from Fri to Sun, with heaviest storms Saturday morning. Dry breaks in…
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Shoe Theft Suspect Wanted in Menomonee Falls | Milwaukee News
Shoe Theft Suspect Wanted in Menomonee Falls | Milwaukee News
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This Weekend’s Music Festivals & Events | Milwaukee News
This weekend’s packed with vibes—Wisconsin State Fair, Center Street Daze, Banda El Recodo and Modest Mouse concerts, Milwaukee Irish Fest with sheep-herding…
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Milwaukee Teen Killed in North Side Shooting | Milwaukee News
A sixteen-year-old, Armani Thomas-Cotton, was fatally shot in a Milwaukee north side shooting Thursday morning — sparking community grief and calls for…
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Wisconsin Supervisor’s Voting Residency Scandal | Milwaukee News
A Wisconsin Republican supervisor, Michele Skinner, is facing a political firestorm after voting in both Wisconsin and Georgia within months—raising serious…
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Wisconsin’s Top Colleges Revealed | Milwaukee News
Students heading back to campus soon? Niche just dropped its top university rankings in Wisconsin — and the numbers are wild. UW-Madison leads the pack, but…
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Sherman Phoenix Rising from Ashes | Milwaukee News
Ten years after a fatal police shooting sparked unrest in Milwaukee’s Sherman Park, a former bank building at 3536 W. Fond du Lac Ave became Sherman Phoenix—a…
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Wisconsin Tops 2026 Best Places to Live | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin just soared to third place in WalletHub’s 2026 best places to live ranking, trailing only Idaho and New Jersey. The state excels in safety (8th)…
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Japanese Coffee Art Comes to Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Japan’s legendary latte art masters are bringing their vibe to Milwaukee—Streamer Coffee Company, famed for its intricate coffee designs and minimalist…
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Foraging for Freedom One Meal at a Time | Milwaukee News
Robin Greenfield’s wild foraging quest—no stores, no pharmacies, just nature’s bounty—isn’t just survival; it’s a radical act of reconnection with the earth…
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Milwaukee’s Education Shift | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s education landscape is shifting fast as four brand-new schools and one major renovation open this fall—none part of Milwaukee Public Schools, which…
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Milwaukee’s New Catholic Schools Open | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee just unveiled two stunning new Catholic school campuses—St. Rafael and Prince of Peace—marking the first major expansion in nearly 60 years. Funded…
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City Loans Apartment After Flood | Milwaukee News
West Allis is considering a $1.5 million tax incremental financing loan to help Ogden & Company recover from devastating August flooding at the Element…
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Chase Ends in Injury, Arrest | Milwaukee News
A 25-year-old man, Gavin Luckett, is facing multiple felony charges after a high-speed police chase ended in a crash that left a 79-year-old woman with broken…
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Milwaukee Pizza Attack Leaves Victim Hospitalized | Milwaukee News
A brutal, unprovoked attack unfolded outside Beto’s Pizza in Milwaukee on Aug. 12 around 9:30 PM — a man was violently assaulted with punches and kicks to the…
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Milwaukee Seeks Help to Find Missing Woman | Milwaukee News
A critically missing 28-year-old Black woman, Marquetta Richardson, was last seen in Milwaukee wearing a colorful dress and brown sweater. Authorities are…
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Milwaukee Police Seek Help Finding Missing Marquetta | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee PD is urgently searching for 28-year-old Marquetta Richardson, last seen Aug 13 at 5:30 PM on N 20th St. She’s Black, 5’2”, 250 lbs, wearing a…