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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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"Only Rock With Real Ones." - A Message from Corey
"Only Rock With Real Ones." - A Message from Corey
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Riverwest 24: 18 Years of Bike, Bonus, and Belonging | Milwaukee News
This year’s Riverwest 24, the wildly popular 24-hour bike race blending speed with neighborhood spirit, returns with bigger stakes, wilder tattoos, and a whole…
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Brooks Seeks Job Back Amid Allegations | Milwaukee News
Marty Brooks, ousted from his role as head of the Wisconsin Center District in June over allegations of misusing district funds—including pricey shoes and…
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Fonta Flora Residency Launches at Havenwoods | Milwaukee News
Get ready for a beer revolution at Havenwoods Taproom—starting July 31st, they’re launching brewery residencies where one taproom guest star takes over for a…
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Six Dead in Two Weeks in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Another tragic hit-and-run in Milwaukee’s north side claimed a life Tuesday, July 21—marking the sixth traffic fatality in just two weeks. The fleeing driver…
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Shooting in Milwaukee Investigated | Milwaukee News
A shooting erupted near 60th and Mill in Milwaukee around 1:30 AM on July 22nd, leaving one 38-year-old victim hospitalized. Police are actively investigating…
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Two Shootings in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Two shootings rocked Milwaukee on Tuesday, July 21st — a 64-year-old man was critically wounded by gunfire just before 4 PM, while a 38-year-old was shot later…
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Milwaukee Driver Fled After Fatal Crash | Milwaukee News
A deadly crash in Milwaukee Tuesday night left one person dead and another in custody, as a fleeing driver escaped the scene after slamming into a car carrying…
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Veolia Under Fire Over Milwaukee Water Audit | Milwaukee News
Veolia Water’s future hangs in the balance as it faces a damning audit over alleged mismanagement at Milwaukee’s aging water treatment plants — just as its…
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Last Chance to Register to Vote in WI | Milwaukee News
Missed the online voter registration deadline in Wisconsin? Don’t panic — you still have time. Register in person at your local clerk’s office or early voting…
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Hiawatha Gets New Cars, More Seats | Milwaukee News
Amtrak’s Hiawatha line between Milwaukee and Chicago is finally getting a major upgrade with nine new railcars rolling out this fall—six coach cars and three…
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Man Charged After Custody Exchange Shooting | Milwaukee News
A chilling custody exchange turned deadly when Randall Lenyard, 33, allegedly shot and killed his ex-girlfriend Kiana Pliska in St. Francis on July…
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ICE Detainees Surge in Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
ICE is detaining more people in Wisconsin jails — including hundreds without criminal records — as part of a nationwide surge in enforcement. Detainee numbers…
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Wisconsin's $2B Data Center Tax Gap | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s $2 billion data center tax break buzz is misleading—it’s not state spending, but lost sales tax revenue. Data centers dodge taxes, costing the…
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Car Back After Media Intervention | Milwaukee News
A Wisconsin woman, Jennifer Guenther, finally got her 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan back after a six-month ordeal—thanks to a media intervention. She’d been stranded…
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Lincoln Avenue School Fire Recovery | Milwaukee News
A devastating fire destroyed Lincoln Avenue School, leaving teachers heartbroken—not just over lost supplies, but over irreplaceable personal items like a…
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Teen Fight Clubs on Ojibwe Reservation | Milwaukee News
Underground teen fight clubs are spreading across the Ojibwe reservation, fueled by social media clout and escalating into dangerous, potentially lethal…
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Wisconsin Floods Leave Infrastructure Costs on Local Taxpayers | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s August 2025 floods caused over $240 million in damage, but while federal aid came through for individuals and businesses, the state was shockingly…
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Hustisford School District Faces Closure | Milwaukee News
Hustisford School District is on the brink of closure after a 5-0 vote to dissolve, sending the fate to the state’s boundary appeal board—approval could…
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Wisconsin’s Fourth District Primaries Heat Up | Milwaukee News
In Wisconsin’s 4th District, Democratic Rep. Gwen Moore faces a fiery primary challenge from socialist Amy Donahue, who demands bold action on Medicare for All…
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Milwaukee Rescue Mission Builds New Recovery Center | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee Rescue Mission is set to build a massive 57,000-square-foot rehab center in New Berlin, housing 120 residents on newly acquired land — a long-awaited…
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Survivor Speaks After Officer Disciplined | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee sexual assault survivor, Charlotte Nozar, is speaking out after the officer who responded to her initial report faced disciplinary action—eighteen…
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Trafficking Allegations at Milwaukee Soldiers Home | Milwaukee News
A shocking sex trafficking case has erupted at the historic Milwaukee Soldiers Home, where two residents—Sarah Kueny and Derek Brown—are accused of forcing a…
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New Kitchen Boosts Homeless Sanctuary | Milwaukee News
MacCanon Brown Homeless Sanctuary just landed a $100,000 grant to build a new commercial kitchen at their northside location, a game-changing move to combat…
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Kenosha County’s Gas Plant Debate | Milwaukee News
A controversial natural gas power plant proposed for Kenosha County’s Town of Paris is sparking fierce debate as residents rally against it, fearing…
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Man Charged After Ex-Girlfriend’s Killing | Milwaukee News
A man accused of murdering his ex-girlfriend just hours after she filed for a restraining order is facing a mandatory life sentence. Randall Lenyard allegedly…
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Oshkosh Wednesday: Day and Night Air Shows | Milwaukee News
Day three at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is pure aviation fireworks—daytime aerobatics kick off at 2:15 PM with parachute teams and the RAF Red Arrows, but the real…
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Life Sentence for Wife’s Murder and Concealment | Milwaukee News
Zachariah Rasch got life without parole for murdering his wife, Crystal, plus six years for hiding her body — after a seven-day trial that exposed a chilling…
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Milwaukee Man Shot Then Burned | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee man, Janson Johnson, 56, was shot and then burned alive in a vehicle — his body not identified until ten days later due to severe burns. His…
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Racine Officers Under Fire for Flock Misuse | Milwaukee News
Racine County prosecutors are investigating four local officers over alleged misuse of the Flock license plate tracking system—two cases closed, two still…
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Diane Hendricks Donates $25M to MAGA Inc | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s richest self-made woman, Diane Hendricks, just dropped a jaw-dropping $25 million donation to MAGA Inc.—her largest ever political gift, fueling…
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Wisconsin Democrats Challenge Ballot Rules | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin Democrats are fighting back against new Elections Commission rules that block voters from replacing their ballots if their chosen candidate drops out…
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ICE vs Milwaukee Mask Ordinance | Milwaukee News
ICE is refusing to comply with Milwaukee’s mask ordinance, sparking a legal showdown over transparency, accountability, and constitutional rights. City…
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Free State Fair Tickets for Members | Milwaukee News
Don’t miss the Wisconsin State Fair—August 6–16—with deep-fried treats, live music (Nelly’s headlining!), rides, and games. Urban Milwaukee members can grab…
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Milwaukee Launches New DEI Office | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s bold new move: Mary Reed takes the helm of the city’s first-ever Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, tasked with weaving fairness into…
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Midwest Rodeo Showcases Talent and Tradition | Milwaukee News
The Great Midwest Pro Rodeo roared back to life in Edgerton, Wisconsin, with heart-pounding bull riding, fierce steer wrestling, and precision tie-down roping…
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Milwaukee’s July Weather Struggles | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s July has been a weather whiplash—only three days of sunshine so far, and the rest? Pure chaos. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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New Grocery Store Planned for Old North Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
A new grocery store called Hopkins Grocery is poised to open in Milwaukee’s Old North neighborhood, filling the void left by a shuttered ALDI on North Hopkins…
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Cold Case Breakthrough in Bobby Joe Fritz Disappearance | Milwaukee News
A 40-year-old cold case just took a major turn: Five-year-old Bobby Joe Fritz, vanished from his home in Campbellsport in 1983, may have been found. A recent…
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Sheboygan Paint Names New CFO | Milwaukee News
Sheboygan Paint Company just tapped Amy Wirtz as its new CFO — a major leadership upgrade for the family-owned industrial coatings giant. With her proven track…
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Woodlake Market Reopens After Major Renovation | Milwaukee News
Woodlake Market in Kohler just reopened after a 50-week transformation, emerging as a stunning 50,000-square-foot destination with fresh vibes and big plans —…
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Tim Jax Takes Helm at Legacy Bakehouse | Milwaukee News
Legacy Bakehouse has a new CEO—Tim Jax, formerly of Crofter’s Organic in Canada, where he led operations for over two years. With deep food industry…
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Milwaukee’s Smoke Relief Is Temporary | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s wildfire smoke scare is mostly over — for now. Meteorologists confirm fires have calmed, and no active hotspots are showing up locally. But don’t…
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Decades-Old Vanishing Revisited | Milwaukee News
Decades after Bobby Jo Fritz vanished from his Campbellsport home on May 14, 1983, investigators are launching a full-scale basement excavation—armed with…
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New Projects Fuel Milwaukee’s Urban Revival | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s Walker’s Point and Menomonee Valley are set to transform with ten major infrastructure projects, funded directly by tax revenue from new corporate…
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Dog-Loved Lounge in Third Ward | Milwaukee News
Step into Riley’s Social House, a dog-loving cocktail lounge and eatery born from the owners’ devotion to their pup—yes, their dog Riley. Opened in June 2022…
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Centennial Flight to Inspire Next Generation | Milwaukee News
In 2027, the Lindbergh Foundation will honor Charles Lindbergh’s historic 1927 solo flight with a centennial journey from St. Louis to Paris, stopping in D.C…
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Centennial Flight to Inspire Next Generation | Milwaukee News
In 2027, the Lindbergh Foundation will honor Charles Lindbergh’s historic 1927 solo flight with a centennial journey from St. Louis to Paris, stopping in D.C…
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Tesshin Ramen Opens in Avenues West | Milwaukee News
Tesshin Ramen is set to drop in Milwaukee’s Avenues West with a December 21st debut, bringing authentic, affordable ramen to the neighborhood. Owner Shuoyi…
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Leon Terrace Bridge Closure Alert | Milwaukee News
Leon Terrace Bridge Closure Alert | Milwaukee News
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Red Arrow Park Seeks New Concession Tenant | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee County Parks is seeking a new permanent tenant for the Red Arrow Park concession building, aiming to revitalize the downtown park with a vibrant…
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Wisconsin Student Loans in Crisis | Milwaukee News
Student loan defaults are exploding in Wisconsin—with over 108,000 borrowers now behind for more than a year, a 50% jump since last fall. As the pandemic-era…
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Three Tornadoes Hit Green Bay | Milwaukee News
Green Bay braced for impact as three tornadoes touched down on Monday, July 21st—but thankfully, the damage stayed mild, with no lingering devastation as crews…
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Milwaukee Schools Weigh MCTS Expansion | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee Public Schools is eyeing a major shift: sending more students via county buses to slash $3.5 million from their transportation budget. With one-fifth…
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Wisconsin Voters Demand Ballot Change Rights | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin Democrats are rallying against new election rules that block voters from changing their absentee ballots after candidates drop out and re-enter — a…
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GreenLight’s Fast-Track Mining Push in Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
GreenLight Metals is racing to unlock Wisconsin’s Bend deposit — a copper and gold-rich site estimated at 4.2 million tons — using a federal fast-track called…
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Three Governors on Economic Justice | Milwaukee News
Three Democratic gubernatorial hopefuls—Francesca Hong, Kelda Roys, and Mandela Barnes—are uniting on bold, inclusive policies to tackle affordability crises…
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Bottle Your Own Bourbon at Great Lakes | Milwaukee News
Great Lakes Distillery is launching a one-of-a-kind experience in Milwaukee: bottle your own barrel-strength bourbon. For $108.20, you can fill, cork, and…
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Jets Unveil All-White 'White Out' Uniform | Milwaukee News
The New York Jets are making a bold statement with their all-white “White Out” uniform set for the 2026 season, debuting in their home opener against the…
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Two New Faces Battle for Wisconsin's Sixth District | Milwaukee News
Two Democratic newcomers, Amanda Bell and Brad Smith, are locked in a fierce primary race to unseat Wisconsin’s Republican incumbent in the Sixth Congressional…