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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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Two Shootings Rock Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee endured a violent Sunday, August ninth, with two separate shootings leaving three people injured—two in the early hours near 23rd and Fond du Lac…
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Milwaukee Beaches Reopen for Triathlon | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s top beaches are back open—just in time for the USA Triathlon National Championships, where athletes from all 50 states and beyond are racing on the…
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Lincoln Avenue School Fire Fallout | Milwaukee News
Lincoln Avenue School, a historic 109-year-old landmark, was destroyed in a massive fire on June 30th — with no sprinklers to help contain it. Over 100…
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Wisconsin Primary Results Set | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s early voting just ended, with over 265,000 ballots cast—nearly 50,000 in Milwaukee County alone—showing strong voter turnout as the state prepares…
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Wisconsin Inheritance Scam Alert | Milwaukee News
A Wisconsin scam is flooding mailboxes with fake inheritance letters promising millions from long-lost relatives—turns out it’s a clever ploy to steal your…
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Wisconsin’s Tornado Surge Explained | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s tornado season is hitting harder and later than ever, with 2026 already surpassing the state’s annual average—thanks to warming, humid conditions…
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Painting Hope in a Wisconsin Yard | Milwaukee News
Jose David Morales-Ortiz turned his South Side front yard into a vibrant outdoor gallery, selling abstract acrylic and oil paintings he creates by letting…
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Children Face Court Without Lawyers | Milwaukee News
Federal funding for lawyers representing unaccompanied immigrant children has been slashed, leaving thousands of vulnerable kids to face immigration court…
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Abstract Art Meets Milwaukee Streets | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee artist Jose David Morales-Ortiz is redefining abstract art with his mesmerizing puddle-pour technique, where paint flows freely to create dynamic…
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Wisconsin Mail Delays and Disappearances | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin residents are sounding the alarm over mail delays and disappearances, with 35% reporting late or missing packages—some waiting over a week. The…
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EPA Reconsiders Wisconsin Ozone Rules | Milwaukee News
The EPA is reconsidering stricter ozone pollution rules for southeast Wisconsin, after state leaders and business groups argued the regulations unfairly target…
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Crowley Eyes Tiffany in Governor’s Race | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is doubling down on his gubernatorial bid, confidently declaring he’s the only Democrat capable of unseating…
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Rain’s Not Done With Us Yet | Milwaukee News
Rain’s back and it’s sticking around — scattered showers and storms are moving in from the west, with southern counties like Milwaukee and Racine getting the…
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Wauwatosa Votes to Rebuild City Hall and Library | Milwaukee News
Wauwatosa’s Common Council just voted to tear down and rebuild both City Hall and the public library — a $107 million project aimed at future-proofing the…
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Barefoot Fire Truck Heist | Milwaukee News
A naked 36-year-old woman from Kenosha allegedly stole a Pleasant Prairie Fire Department truck early August 4th, using its radio to ask if anyone had food —…
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Milwaukee Shooting Victim Identified | Milwaukee News
A 33-year-old man, Davonci S. Hennings, was fatally shot Wednesday evening in Milwaukee’s northwest side — sparking an urgent police investigation and…
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Economy Shapes Election Decisions | Milwaukee News
Early voting in Milwaukee is picking up steam as voters head to the polls, with staff fully prepared and turnout climbing. But what’s really moving people? A…
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Son Charged After Killing Father | Milwaukee News
A 26-year-old Milwaukee man faces up to 75 years in prison after allegedly shooting and killing his father in their home last Friday. Police responded to a 911…
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Madison Protest Clears Amid Tension | Milwaukee News
Tensions exploded at the Williamson and Baldwin intersection in Madison as protesters clashed with city crews trying to clear an encampment set up after Corey…
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Crowley Leverages Evers Endorsement | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s Democratic governor’s race is heating up with just a week to go, as Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley rides a wave of newfound momentum…
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Build Beds. Give Kids Their First Pillow. | Milwaukee News
This Saturday, August 8th, Sleep in Heavenly Peace is rallying the community to build 324 beds for kids in Racine and Kenosha counties—many of whom have never…
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Brewers Feed Kids at Summer Sizzle | Milwaukee News
Brewers stars Cooper Pratt and Logan Henderson hit the streets of Merrill Park, serving up more than just meals—they brought the whole Milwaukee vibe, complete…
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Carmen High Gets New Campus | Milwaukee News
Carmen High School just unveiled its brand-new $55 million campus — a game-changer for students, staff, and the neighborhood. Spanning six acres, this…
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From Streets to Jail Cells | Milwaukee News
After a police shooting that ignited protests in Madison, demonstrators have pivoted their focus from the original encampment site to the Dane County Jail…
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Business Owner Sleeping in Store | Milwaukee News
A business owner on National Avenue has been sleeping in her store for a month, fearing crime and ongoing construction—she can’t afford insurance if something…
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Francesca Hong’s Thanksgiving Controversy | Milwaukee News
Francesca Hong’s gubernatorial campaign is facing backlash over an old social media post suggesting Thanksgiving could be canceled — a remark she now says was…
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Grief, Cars, and Unseen Flood Warnings | Milwaukee News
A year after catastrophic flooding at the Potawatomi Casino Hotel submerged cars—including one deeply personal to James Rosenthal, his late wife’s beloved…
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Three Generations Trek for Shelter | Milwaukee News
An 80-year-old grandma, her daughter, and granddaughter are back in Yosemite for a second epic hike—this time to raise more funds for ShelterBox USA, the…
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Wisconsin State Fair Food & Drink Winners | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin State Fair’s Sporkies & Drinkies champs are crowned just two days out—Fiesta Grill & Cantina’s Birria Flamin’ Bombs and Old Fashioned Sipper Club’s…
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Helicopter to Cabela's in Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
A Wisconsin guy ditched the highway for a helicopter to speed up his trip to Cabela’s—yes, really. At 69, pilot Dennis Pipping landed safely in the parking…
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Ride Safety Behind the Wisconsin Fair | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s State Fair gears up for its 175th anniversary with rigorous safety checks—inspectors have already reviewed nearly 40 rides and will conduct daily…
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Missing Teen Mom and Baby Found Safe | Milwaukee News
Missing Teen Mom and Baby Found Safe | Milwaukee News
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Waxed Vinyl Lounge Waukesha | Milwaukee News
Step into a Prohibition-era vibe at Waxed Vinyl Lounge in Waukesha—where vintage vinyl spins alongside craft cocktails for the ultimate retro lounge…
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Milwaukee Water Safe Amid National Cyber Threat | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee Water Works is on high alert as cyberattacks target water systems nationwide, aiming to disrupt critical functions like pumps and chemical…
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Brennan’s Blueprint for Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
Joel Brennan, Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial hopeful, is rolling out a bold, results-driven platform focused on slashing healthcare costs, boosting…
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Jordan Lee Faces Child Assault Charges | Milwaukee News
Jordan Lee, former executive at Radio Milwaukee, faces first-degree sexual assault charges after allegedly detailing a child assault in a damning email. The…
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Teen Suspect Wanted in Racine Homicide | Milwaukee News
A 17-year-old suspect, Ronald Franklin, nicknamed “Little Ron,” is wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Geovonnie Amie during a drug…
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Two Killed in Milwaukee Shooting | Milwaukee News
Two lives lost in a brutal Milwaukee shooting: 26-year-old mother Vanessa DeHerrera and 29-year-old Scott Bucholz, who died trying to help a friend during a…
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Hong Surges as Evers Pushes Final Push | Milwaukee News
The Wisconsin Democratic governor’s race is in full sprint as polls close in, with State Rep. Francesca Hong surging ahead—despite national buzz over her 2020…
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Don Nelson Revolutionized Basketball | Milwaukee News
NBA legend Don Nelson, the man who redefined basketball with his “Nellie Ball” revolution, has died at 86. A three-time Coach of the Year and holder of the…
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Evers vs Hong in Governor’s Race | Milwaukee News
Governor Tony Evers is ramping up his campaign against Democratic primary frontrunner Francesca Hong, warning she can’t beat the GOP nominee in November and…
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Garden Party & New Eats in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Crops on Top is throwing its second Garden Party this August 14th, serving a three-course meal made from their own harvest, live music, and Amorphic Beer —…
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Leftovers That Keep Coming Back | Milwaukee News
Emperor of China turns leftovers into a legacy—40 years of generous, flavor-packed meals where mu shu pork’s fragile crepes can’t hide its bold taste, and…
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One Year Later: Wisconsin Floods | Milwaukee News
One year later, Southeast Wisconsin still reeling from the August 2020 floods—what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and how communities are rebuilding…
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Three Dead in Milwaukee Shootings | Milwaukee News
Three lives lost in two separate shootings across Milwaukee on August 8th—first near 21st and Pierce, then near 39th and Townsend—shock the city as police race…
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Rashamba Claybrooks Gets 24-Year Sentence | Milwaukee News
Rashamba Claybrooks just received a 24-year prison sentence plus 8 years of supervised release after pleading guilty to felony murder and arson tied to a…
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Bus Footage Shattered His Story | Milwaukee News
Seventeen-year-old Javier Smith just got sentenced to twelve years in prison plus six years of supervised release after the death of his 15-year-old…
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Dark Money Challenges Democratic Primary | Milwaukee News
A Democratic primary is heating up as challenger races incumbent Rep. Jessica Ortiz-Velez, fueled by a mysterious dark money group—adding intrigue and tension…
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Storm Leaves 17K Without Power | Milwaukee News
A major storm slammed into southeastern Wisconsin, plunging nearly 17,000 We Energies customers into darkness—especially hard-hit in Milwaukee, Watertown, and…
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Wisconsin State Fair Halts Amid Severe Storm | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin State Fair hit pause Sunday as a severe thunderstorm rolled in, forcing evacuations and sheltering indoors—wind gusts up to 60 mph, penny-sized hail…
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Wisconsin Thunderstorms Threaten State Fair | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin braced for a wild weather day as severe thunderstorms slammed the state on Sunday, August ninth—packing heavy rain, lightning, and possible hail and…
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Milwaukee Shootings Amid Yearly Decline | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee endured a brutal night with three shootings leaving three dead, including two men in their twenties and a 39-year-old, while a pre-dawn incident…
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Foo Fighters Chicago Marathon | Milwaukee News
The Foo Fighters unleashed a three-hour sonic blitz at Soldier Field, delivering 31 years of hits with zero downtime and zero filler. From anthems to deep…
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Missing Man with Limp in Sheboygan | Milwaukee News
A 55-year-old man with autism and a limp, known as “Meek,” went missing near Water Street and Pennsylvania Avenue in Sheboygan on Friday morning. He’s…
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Flock Cameras Spark Privacy Debate | Milwaukee News
Flock cameras are sparking a privacy showdown across southeastern Wisconsin as businesses and residents push back against widespread surveillance. After viral…
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Milwaukee’s Pulse: Storms, Stats, and Shifts | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s pulse quickens with major developments: a Green Bay clerk resigns amid ballot chaos, a tragic motorcycle fatality claims a 24-year-old, and…
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Two Women Shoplifted at CVS | Milwaukee News
Two women allegedly stole makeup and personal care items from a CVS in Menomonee Falls on August 1st, fleeing in a maroon four-door with no license plates —…
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Wisconsin Fair Floods and Sunshine | Milwaukee News
Last year’s Wisconsin State Fair was derailed by historic flooding—over a foot of rain in 24 hours, shattering state records and forcing cancellation of the…
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Milwaukee Teen Faces Brutal Home Attack Charges | Milwaukee News
A 23-year-old man in Milwaukee is facing life-altering felony charges after brutally attacking a 99-year-old woman in her home—charges including burglary…
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Plurality Wins and Party Fractures | Milwaukee News
In 2018, Tony Evers won Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary with just over 41%—a narrow plurality that still secured victory thanks to a deeply…