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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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Lone Star Ticks Spreading Alpha-Gal Allergy | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s tick problem is getting worse — lone star ticks, known for causing a dangerous red meat allergy called alpha-gal syndrome, have surged from six to…
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September’s Deadly Bike Crash Surge | Milwaukee News
September is the deadliest month for bike crashes in Wisconsin—and it’s not just a local trend. From 2021 to 2025, over 600 bike-car collisions occurred in…
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Space Data Centers: The Future of Tech | Milwaukee News
Big tech’s dreaming of launching data centers into orbit—think SpaceX’s Starcloud and Google’s Project Suncatcher—to ditch Earth’s land, power, and water woes…
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The Secret Trailer That Runs AirVenture | Milwaukee News
At EAA AirVenture, the world’s largest aviation event, the real magic happens not in the control tower but in a humble trailer six miles away. This Fisk VFR…
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Community Gathers for Justice and Remembrance | Milwaukee News
In Madison, Wisconsin, a tearful yet determined community gathered at the exact spot where a man was fatally shot by police, turning grief into a rallying cry…
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Brooks Fired, Lawsuit Looms | Milwaukee News
The Wisconsin Center District Board has finalized the firing of former CEO Marty Brooks, rejecting his claims of wrongful termination and setting the stage for…
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When Legal Protections Fail | Milwaukee News
A chilling case unfolds as Randall Lenyard faces murder and stalking charges after fatally shooting his ex-partner, Kiana Pliska, just hours after she filed…
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Tracking a Silent Foodborne Threat | Milwaukee News
A sneaky parasite called Cyclospora is sickening people nationwide, and tracking it down is a nightmare—no lab samples, no genetic traces, just sick folks…
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Teen Shot in Milwaukee Firearm Incident | Milwaukee News
A tragic shooting in Milwaukee left a 14-year-old injured after an accidental firearm discharge—police say the gun was mishandled. Two adults, ages 21 and 23…
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Madison Officer Shoots Man in Knife Incident | Milwaukee News
A Madison police officer shot and killed a man in the Marquette neighborhood after the suspect allegedly wounded an officer with a knife during a…
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Salah Sarsour’s Deportation Battle | Milwaukee News
Salah Sarsour, a Milwaukee mosque leader and longtime U.S. resident, is facing deportation after Israeli convictions from the 80s and 90s — but his lawyers are…
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Little House Reimagined on the Prairie | Milwaukee News
A fresh, gritty take on “Little House on the Prairie” drops, reimagining the Ingalls family’s Kansas frontier saga with raw honesty and bold new perspectives…
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Crowley’s Old Account Resurfaces | Milwaukee News
An old X account linked to David Crowley, a gubernatorial candidate, has resurfaced with offensive, racially charged, and sexually explicit posts from around…
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Delafield Fire Funding Vote | Milwaukee News
Delafield’s voters face a pivotal choice on August 11: approve a $450,000 annual tax hike to fund full-time fire coverage, ensuring 12 firefighters on duty…
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Mother Shoots Teen Over Water Bottles | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee woman, Cosetta Burrell, faces 22 charges after allegedly shooting a 12-year-old boy in a violent escalation over a water bottle sales dispute. The…
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Johnson Takes Budget Chairmanship | Milwaukee News
Senator Ron Johnson has taken the reins as chairman of the powerful Senate Budget Committee, stepping into the role following the passing of Senator Lindsey…
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Ava's Future in Council Hands | Milwaukee News
Ava’s, the beloved Van Buren spot, hangs in the balance as a city council vote looms after a deadlocked committee couldn’t agree on a new owner — a decision…
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New Evidence Found in Bobby Joe Fritz Case | Milwaukee News
New evidence unearthed in the basement of a former home linked to the 1983 disappearance of Bobby Joe Fritz is offering fresh hope in a decades-old cold case…
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Jimmy Graham Flies Young Eagles Milestone | Milwaukee News
Former NFL legend Jimmy Graham soared into aviation history, piloting the two and a half millionth Young Eagles flight—taking 10-year-old Hazel Schaefer up for…
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Former CEO Files $900K Claim Against Board | Milwaukee News
Former CEO Marty Brooks is firing back with a fiery 90-page legal claim after being ousted, demanding nearly a million dollars he says he’s owed — calling the…
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Wisconsin Governor Race Shifts Fast | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s Democratic governor’s race is heating up fast—Marquette Law School’s latest poll, dropping July 29th just days before August 11th’s vote, will…
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Shooting on Madison’s Near East Side | Milwaukee News
Shooting on Madison’s Near East Side | Milwaukee News
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Mayor’s Growth Vision Meets I-794 Hesitation | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s mayor, who’s boldly promised to grow the city to a million residents, is now stepping back from the I-794 freeway expansion—a move that feels like…
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New Evidence Found in Bobby Jo Fritz Case | Milwaukee News
Investigators just wrapped up a painstaking dig at a Campbellsport, Wisconsin home linked to the 1983 disappearance of five-year-old Bobby Jo Fritz, uncovering…
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Bucks Seek Dancers for 2026-27 | Milwaukee News
The Milwaukee Bucks are hunting for fresh, high-energy talent to electrify their entertainment squads for the 2026-27 season—auditions kick off next month for…
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Wisconsin Dems in Chaos | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s Democratic governor’s race is in chaos — a new Marquette poll shows Francesca Hong leading with 26%, Mandela Barnes at 15%, and Sara Rodriguez at…
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Crowley Condemns Old Social Media Posts | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is confronting controversial old social media posts from 2010, which he strongly condemns — though he insists he…
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Oxygen Tank Explodes in Garbage Truck | Milwaukee News
An oxygen tank exploded in a Milwaukee garbage truck, seriously injuring a worker—highlighting the hidden dangers of improper hazardous material disposal and…
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Wisconsin Voters Weigh Cost of Living | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin voters are focused on the economy and cost of living as election day nears, with Francesca Hong leading the Democratic primary but still facing a…
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Milwaukee Fake Luxury Gear King Pleads Guilty | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee fashion store owner, Ahmad Yousef Jumaa Abulawi, just pleaded guilty to trafficking hundreds of thousands of dollars in fake luxury goods—including…
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Arkansas Man Pleads Guilty in Kidnapping Case | Milwaukee News
Gary Day, a 41-year-old Arkansas man, pleaded guilty to federal child sex crimes after kidnapping a 16-year-old girl in 2025 — a case that sparked a nationwide…
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Judge Dugan’s License in Jeopardy | Milwaukee News
Former Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan, a 67-year-old veteran lawyer and judge since 2016, faces potential suspension of her law license after…
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Tragedy on Okauchee Lake | Milwaukee News
A tragic accident on Okauchee Lake claimed the life of 18-year-old Aiden Radosevich, who drowned after falling from a wake surf boat and sustaining fatal blunt…
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Wisconsin Banks See Mixed Economic Signals | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin bank executives are cautiously optimistic about the economy, with 79% now rating conditions as “excellent” or “good”—up from zero percent just a year…
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Hong Leads But Race Remains Wide Open | Milwaukee News
Rep. Francesca Hong leads the Democratic governor’s race with 27% after factoring in second-choice votes, edging out Mandela Barnes at 18%, but a massive 45%…
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52 Milwaukee Eateries to Try | Milwaukee News
Discover Milwaukee’s hidden culinary gems with a new 52-week guide designed to help you savor one local restaurant each week—supporting neighborhood eateries…
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Bayside Fire Averted by Cop’s Quick Action | Milwaukee News
Early Wednesday morning, a house fire in Bayside erupted with full force, engulfing the garage and threatening the main home—three cars lost in the blaze. But…
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Wisconsin GOP Surges in Fundraising | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin Republicans are flooding the campaign coffers with record-breaking fundraising, upping their haul by $6.7 million since January—mostly thanks to…
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Tim Mackay Expands Landmark Credit Union | Milwaukee News
Tim Mackay, Landmark Credit Union’s new CEO, is turbocharging growth with smart acquisitions in Illinois and the Fox Valley, plus new branches in Madison — all…
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Beach Boys Cancel Wisconsin Show | Milwaukee News
The Beach Boys are pulling out of their Wisconsin State Fair show on August 16th—no replacement, refunds incoming. The band’s taking a short break to keep the…
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Summer Style in Milwaukee's Third Ward | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward is exploding with fresh summer fashion spots—Lela, The District Row, Harleys, Mainstream Boutique, and Shoo Sizzle are all…
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Milwaukee Jazz Gets Its Own App | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s jazz scene just got a major boost with the launch of MKE Jazz.Live, a free web app that’s revolutionizing how fans discover gigs across 66 venues…
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Ortiz-Velez vs Luna in WI District 8 | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s Assembly District Eight is heating up for a primary showdown on August 11th, pitting three-term incumbent Sylvia Ortiz-Velez against fiery…
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Ortiz-Velez vs Luna in WI District 8 | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s Assembly District Eight is heating up for a primary showdown on August 11th, pitting three-term incumbent Sylvia Ortiz-Velez against fiery…
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Ortiz-Velez Pulls From Union Endorsement | Milwaukee News
State Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez walked away from a union endorsement push after a fiery clash over ICE operations in Milwaukee, calling the council’s leadership…
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Wisconsin Hunting 2026 Forecast & Rules | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s DNR just dropped major updates for hunters: new online regulations with a slick drop-down filter and detailed fall 2026 forecasts packed with…
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Wisconsin Invests $10.6M in Health | Milwaukee News
Ten point six million dollars is pouring into Wisconsin’s health future—43 new projects across the state, tackling mental health, HIV prevention, child safety…
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Brooks Demands $900K After Termination | Milwaukee News
Marty Brooks, ousted CEO of the Wisconsin Center District, is fighting back with legal teeth, demanding over $900K he says is owed under his contract—and he’s…
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Grassroots Challenger vs Party Establishment | Milwaukee News
In a high-stakes Democratic primary in Wisconsin’s 3rd District, underdog Emily Berge, a former city council president, is fighting back against powerhouse…
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Lake Michigan's Hidden Secrets | Milwaukee News
Lake Michigan’s icy depths hide more than just cold water—over 1,000 shipwrecks and the world’s most preserved U.S. Navy aircraft lie beneath its waves, while…
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Bucks Seeking Dancers for 2026-27 | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee Bucks are hunting for fresh talent to electrify the court next season—auditions open for the Grand Dancers (55+) and Young Bucks (7-17) at GATHER in…
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Free Views of Air Show in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Catch the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and Air Force F-22 Raptor Demo Team this weekend at the WaterStone Bank Air & Water Show in Milwaukee — free aerial thrills…
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Milwaukee County Stands Behind Election Integrity | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee County just passed a bold resolution to defend election integrity, reassure voters, and stand up to intimidation — as FBI probes and political…
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Wisconsin Warns Betting on Elections | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s Elections Commission just issued a fiery warning: betting on election outcomes via platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi could be a felony under…
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Wisconsin Governor Challenges Coal Plant Extensions | Milwaukee News
Governor Evers is sounding the alarm over the Trump administration’s move to extend coal plant operations, warning Wisconsin ratepayers could face a $117…
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Illinois Man Escapes After High-Speed Chase | Milwaukee News
A reckless Illinois man triggered a high-speed chase through Wisconsin after stealing a car and hitting 100 mph, swerving onto sidewalks and nearly crashing…
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Fatal Fall at Devil's Doorway | Milwaukee News
A hiker plunged over 100 feet from Devil’s Doorway at Devil’s Lake State Park, sparking a massive rescue involving nearly 20 firefighters from multiple…
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Teen in Juvenile Detention After Stolen Car Crash | Milwaukee News
A 16-year-old from Milwaukee crashed a stolen Acura early Tuesday morning, narrowly avoiding injury but landing in juvenile detention. Police spotted the car…
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Don Timmerman: A Life of Service | Milwaukee News
Don Timmerman, Milwaukee’s beloved social justice warrior and founder of Casa Maria Catholic Worker, passed at 84 after a courageous cancer battle. A man who…
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Swamp Thing’s Legacy Lives On | Milwaukee News
Once a Madison underground rock force, Swamp Thing’s legacy lives on through their trailblazing members—guitarist Bob Appel and manager Michael Dorf, who…