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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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Back-to-School & Community Events This Weekend | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s got a packed weekend ahead—back-to-school supplies are being collected by the Milwaukee Police for Lincoln Avenue Elementary, a school hit by fire…
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Carmen Schools Opens New Harambee Campus | Milwaukee News
Carmen Schools of Science and Technology Northwest is officially opening its doors August 24th in the Harambee neighborhood, transforming the former HOPE…
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Milwaukee 911 System Under Scrutiny | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s new 911 system, formed just two years ago by merging police and fire call centers, handles nearly a million emergencies annually—but it’s been…
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E-Scooter Surge Sparks Safety Crisis | Milwaukee News
E-bikes and e-scooters are exploding in popularity — especially in Milwaukee, where rental trips hit nearly 1.3 million last year — but emergency rooms are…
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911 Failed 99-Year-Old Woman | Milwaukee News
A 99-year-old woman in Milwaukee was brutally attacked in her home, forced to wait nearly three hours for help after multiple 911 calls were mishandled —…
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Wisconsin Voter List For Sale | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s voter list—containing names, addresses, and voting history for $12,500—is up for grabs, even to foreign buyers, sparking concerns after Trump…
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Green Card Dreamer Locked Up | Milwaukee News
A 20-year-old U.S. resident with zero criminal record—just a green card application in progress—was arrested by ICE for no reason other than being pulled over…
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Intern Unearths Fair’s Hidden Past | Milwaukee News
Jack Albright is rewriting the intern playbook at the Journal Sentinel—his second stint already turning heads, including landing his first-ever cover story. In…
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Evers Challenges SNAP Rule Change | Milwaukee News
Governor Tony Evers is sounding the alarm over a new federal SNAP rule set to launch November 4, requiring stores to stock seven staple items across four food…
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Milwaukee Police Seek Amina Wells’ Guardians | Milwaukee News
A young girl named Amina Wells was found alone in Milwaukee, and police are urgently seeking her parents or guardians to reunite her with her family…
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We Energies 2026 Cookie Book Drops | Milwaukee News
We Energies is releasing their 2026 Cookie Book schedule early to mid-November with pick-up spots across Wisconsin and one in Michigan—perfect for holiday…
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Wisconsin Lottery Hits Big on One Day | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s luck hit a jackpot on Wednesday, August 5th—$100K won in Muskego’s All or Nothing game and two separate $50K Powerball tickets sold in Marinette…
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Madison Encampment Divides Wisconsin Candidates | Milwaukee News
As Wisconsin’s governor’s primary looms, candidates clash over police action in Madison following the fatal shooting of Corey Ruiz and the subsequent clearing…
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Can a Democratic Socialist Win in Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
Can a Democratic Socialist really win in Wisconsin? State Rep. Francesca Hong is surging in the Democratic primary, leading by 18 points in one internal poll —…
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Stolen Picasso Returns After Six Years | Milwaukee News
A Picasso etching titled Torero, stolen from a Milwaukee gallery in 2018, has mysteriously reappeared after six years—thanks to a community member who turned…
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Stolen Picasso Returns After Six Years | Milwaukee News
A Picasso etching titled Torero, stolen from a Milwaukee gallery in 2018, has mysteriously reappeared after six years—thanks to a community member who turned…
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Stolen Picasso Returns After 8 Years | Milwaukee News
A long-lost Picasso print, “Torero,” stolen in broad daylight from a Milwaukee gallery in 2018, has resurfaced after eight years—thanks to a community member…
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Milwaukee Hosts Triathlon Championships | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee is gearing up for a triathlon spectacle this weekend, hosting the USA Triathlon National Championships from August 7th to 9th — the biggest and…
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Stolen Picasso Returns After 8 Years | Milwaukee News
A Picasso etching titled “Torero,” stolen from a Milwaukee gallery in 2018, resurfaced eight years later when an anonymous person turned it in to…
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Milwaukee Targets Workforce Housing | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee County has chosen BBE Investments & Development to transform the historic Medical Examiner’s building into a 7-story, 154-unit apartment…
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Zizzl Health Expands Downtown | Milwaukee News
Zizzl Health is making a bold move into downtown Milwaukee’s historic CityCenter, leasing the top two floors of the iconic 1912 bank building to fuel its…
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Wisconsin’s Week of Wild Events | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s biggest events are rolling in this week—grab your tickets and your appetite: the State Fair drops August 6th with deep-fried horchata balls, John…
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Milwaukee Officer Shoots Suspect in Child Sex Crime | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee man, Emilio Arner-Ortiz, has pleaded guilty to child sex crimes and firearm charges after a dramatic police encounter that ended in a shooting. The…
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Milwaukee Parks Get $10M Boost | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee County Parks is getting a $10 million boost over four years thanks to the Milwaukee County Parks Foundation, which has already invested $4 million in…
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Crowley’s Final Push to Win | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is making a last-ditch push to win the Democratic governor’s primary, trailing Francesca Hong in polls but confident…
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NeuVue: A Launchpad for Young Adults | Milwaukee News
In Milwaukee, a nonprofit called Neu-Life is turning vision into reality with the launch of NeuVue—a groundbreaking youth development hub designed to bridge…
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Live Music at the Allis Museum | Milwaukee News
Get ready to groove under the museum’s historic dome—The Charles Allis Art Museum is dropping three killer live music nights this summer, and your ticket gets…
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Life Sentence for Snack Cake Theft | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee security guard with a violent past just got life in prison for shooting and killing a 29-year-old man over a box of snack cakes. The victim, Isaiah…
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Crowley Defies 'Establishment' Label | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is firing back at being labeled the “establishment” candidate, calling it a “slur” and insisting his roots in struggle…
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Sanders Backs No One in Wisconsin Gubernatorial Race | Milwaukee News
Bernie Sanders shuts down speculation, saying he’s not endorsing Francesca Hong in Wisconsin’s gubernatorial race — though he found her pleasant during a past…
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Police May Move Into Vacant Water Street Bar | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee police are eyeing a historic Water Street building—once home to Dukes on Water and Varsity bars—for a potential new public safety outpost, aiming to…
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Lily Peters Case Heads to Court | Milwaukee News
The tragic case of ten-year-old Lily Peters, whose body was found after she vanished in 2022, may soon reach a resolution without trial. An August 26 hearing…
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Zizzl Health Expands Downtown Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Zizzl Health is boldly expanding into downtown Milwaukee, signaling major growth and confidence in its future — bringing new jobs, energy, and a big boost to…
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Security Guard Sentenced for Gas Station Shooting | Milwaukee News
A former Milwaukee security guard, William Pinkin, faces life in prison after being convicted of murdering Isaiah Allen at a gas station last August — a case…
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Cyclosporiasis Surge Hits Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s cyclosporiasis cases have exploded, jumping from 50 to 216 in just one week—nearly double the usual seasonal total. Across the country, over 10,000…
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Black Nite Monument Vandalized | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s first LGBTQ+ historic marker, the Black Nite Monument, was vandalized—knocked over and damaged—prompting a community rallying cry to restore it…
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Fiserv Earnings Dip Amid Leadership Changes | Milwaukee News
Fiserv’s latest earnings reveal a troubling slide: Q2 revenue dropped 4% to $5.3 billion, net income plunged 39% to $630 million, with first-half figures…
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Hong’s Past Posts Spark Primary Fire | Milwaukee News
Francesca Hong’s Democratic gubernatorial bid is in chaos after old tweets resurface—calling for Thanksgiving cancellation and Senate abolition—fueling GOP…
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Tornado Devastation Hits Menasha | Milwaukee News
An EF-3 tornado tore through the Fox Cities in late July, leaving devastation in its wake—especially in Menasha’s northwest side near Lake Winnebago. Damage…
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VIA Builds Affordable Townhomes in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Construction kicks off on a $3M affordable townhome project in Milwaukee’s near south side, bringing ten owner-occupied homes to a once-vacant lot that once…
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Milwaukee Man Sentenced for Benefit Fraud | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee man named Antonio Franklin got 18 months in federal prison for defrauding government benefit programs—swindling nearly $300,000 over five years by…
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Officer Shot Dogs On Duty | Milwaukee News
A former Thiensville police officer faces a $500 civil fine for shooting two dogs during an April 23rd incident in Mequon, killing one and wounding the…
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Governor Evers Gets Cream Puff Honor | Milwaukee News
Governor Tony Evers got a sweet surprise at the Wisconsin State Fair—his own bakery, “The Tony Evers Bakery,” unveiled in the historic Dairy Building, honoring…
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Wisconsin’s Cream Puff Tradition | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s beloved cream puffs, a fair staple since 1924, are getting a nostalgic twist with the new “Fair-aschino” flavor—packed with grenadine, ginger ale…
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Milwaukee’s Flood Fallout and What Comes Next | Milwaukee News
A year ago, record-breaking rainfall turned Milwaukee and surrounding areas into a flooded nightmare, with over a foot of rain in 24 hours swallowing homes…
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Training That Shapes Threat Perception | Milwaukee News
A UW Law professor uncovers how police training—shaped by aggressive, “us vs. them” messaging from national providers—may be fueling deadly escalations, using…
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Firefighter Bryce Jungbluth Remembered | Milwaukee News
A tragic loss has shaken Wisconsin: Eau Claire firefighter Bryce Jungbluth, just 27, died suddenly on duty July 31. Governor Tony Evers ordered all state flags…
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Milwaukee’s Wastewater Crisis Deepens | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s wastewater system is in crisis again—96 million gallons of untreated sewage spilled into Lake Michigan due to a combined sewer overflow, the city’s…
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Wisconsin’s Hot Car Rescue Law | Milwaukee News
When you spot a kid trapped in a hot car, Wisconsin’s Good Samaritan laws let you break a window to save them — but only if doors are locked, you’ve called 911…
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Community Comes Together for Back-to-School | Milwaukee News
School’s back in session, and communities are rallying to gear up kids with backpacks, notebooks, pens, and more—plus free meals, music, and fun. From Jehovah…
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Milwaukee’s Fluoride Crisis Deepens | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s tap water now contains half the usual fluoride due to a nationwide shortage, forcing the city to scramble for supplies—only enough to last three to…
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Patrick Lubar Promoted to SVP at Ixonia Bank | Milwaukee News
Patrick Lubar is rising to Senior Vice President for Commercial Lending at Ixonia Bank, a well-earned promotion that honors his decade-long commitment to…
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Hinze at Ixonia Bank Builds Bridges | Milwaukee News
Hinze at Ixonia Bank is turning heads with his deep client relationships and expert handling of complex commercial loans, especially for lower middle market…
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Air Wisconsin Powers ICE Flights | Milwaukee News
Air Wisconsin, once a regional carrier, is now flying nearly half of all domestic ICE flights—1,300+ missions since January—with Milwaukee as a key hub for…
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Brewers Bash: History, Music, and Margaritas | Milwaukee News
The Milwaukee Brewers are rewriting baseball history with their record-breaking 70 wins, and the fun’s just getting started! This month, American Family Field…
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Firefighters Battle Tire-Fueled Blaze | Milwaukee News
At 12:30 AM, Milwaukee firefighters raced to a fierce blaze behind a five-story building near Fond du Lac and Locust—where a two-story addition was engulfed in…
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AC Hotel Breaks Ground in Deer District | Milwaukee News
Groundbreaking just hit downtown Milwaukee with the new AC Hotel, set to open late 2027 in the Deer District—replacing part of the old Bradley Center. This…
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Wisconsin State Fair Guide 2024 | Milwaukee News
Get ready for the Wisconsin State Fair—running August 6–16—with epic rides, endless food like Bloody Mary Mac Daddy sliders, and thousands of animals to see…
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Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Jalapeños | Milwaukee News
Salmonella’s spreading fast—345 people across 27 states, including Wisconsin, hit hard, with jalapeño peppers now the prime suspect. Thirty-six hospitalized…
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Teen E-Bike Crash in Sheboygan | Milwaukee News
A serious crash in Sheboygan involving a 14-year-old e-bike rider and her 13-year-old passenger underscores the growing risks of unregulated electric bikes…