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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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Bucks Sue Yeast Company Over VIP Seating | Milwaukee News
The Milwaukee Bucks are suing Lesaffre Yeast Corp. over a missed payment on a lucrative multi-year season ticket package for premium loge table seats at Fiserv…
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Milwaukee Hit-and-Run: Yukon on the Run | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee police are urgently searching for a black GMC Yukon, likely from 2007–2014, involved in a deadly hit-and-run that killed two women—Amy Austin, 49, a…
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Wisconsin’s Smoke Alert: Stay Indoors | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s air is dangerously hazy right now—smoke from Canadian and Minnesota wildfires is blanketing the state, pushing air quality into unhealthy and even…
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Jordan Morales Nominated for Safety Commission | Milwaukee News
Jordan Morales, a Milwaukee community advocate with a track record of tackling reckless driving and traffic safety, is being nominated by Mayor Cavalier…
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Marquette Polls Reveal Public Pulse | Milwaukee News
New Marquette University polling data reveals shifting public sentiment, offering a decade-long lens on voter mood and campaign strategy — with insights…
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7 Brew Eyes Whitewater Drive-Through | Milwaukee News
7 Brew Coffee is eyeing Whitewater with a bold new drive-through plan on West Main Street—complete with dual lanes, 21-car queues, and a compact…
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Musk’s $1M Election Push Under Fire | Milwaukee News
Elon Musk’s election hustle in Wisconsin just got serious: the state’s bipartisan elections commission found probable cause that he broke law by offering $1…
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak: What We Know | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s grappling with over 40 cyclosporiasis cases — a nasty gut bug causing explosive diarrhea — while nationwide numbers hit over 1,000, likely higher…
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Milwaukee Closes Programs Amid Historic Heat | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s sweltering heatwave forced schools and indoor recreation centers to shut down for two days as temps soared past 100°F, but splash pads, wading…
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Wisconsin Smoke Alert: Health Warning | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s bracing for dangerous smoke rolling in from Canadian and Minnesota fires, with air quality expected to hit “very unhealthy” levels across the state…
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Evers Challenges FEMA’s Infrastructure Denial | Milwaukee News
Governor Tony Evers is mounting a fierce defense against FEMA’s refusal to fund public infrastructure repairs in four Wisconsin counties devastated by April…
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Brady Street Gets New Safety Focus | Milwaukee News
Brady Street in Milwaukee is getting a safety overhaul under new leader Anna Matel Antoine, with brighter lights, tighter patrols, and bold new plans to make…
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American Roller Merges with Precision Roll Solutions | Milwaukee News
American Roller Company and Precision Roll Solutions have officially merged, combining their expertise in precision rolls and cylinders to create a powerhouse…
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Master Lock Factory Heads to Auction | Milwaukee News
The iconic former Master Lock factory in Milwaukee is hitting the auction block after just 15 months under new ownership, raising questions about its future as…
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Milwaukee’s First Native Community Center Opens | Milwaukee News
After years of striving, Milwaukee Intertribal Circle has secured its first permanent home—a vibrant new community center on West Layton Avenue—designed to…
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Wine Tasting Made Funny in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Wine tasting just got a hilarious makeover in Milwaukee with “An Idiot’s Guide to Wine” — a stand-up comedy-meets-tasting show that ditches the stuffy jargon…
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Tragic Pontoon Collision on Lake Pepin | Milwaukee News
A devastating collision between a pontoon boat and a commercial barge on Lake Pepin in July claimed three lives, including two Wabasha firefighters. Six people…
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Wisconsin Theaters Rebound with Blockbusters | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin theaters are roaring back with record-breaking June numbers, fueled by blockbuster hits like “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” and local favorites like…
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West Nile Virus Spotted in Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
Mosquitoes in Milwaukee County have tested positive for West Nile virus — the first confirmed case in Wisconsin this year — with another found in Bayfield…
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El Niño to Hit Wisconsin in 2027 | Milwaukee News
A “super” El Niño is forecast to hit in 2027, triggering record-breaking global heat and major disruptions — especially in Wisconsin. Warmer winters could…
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Audit Reveals Wastewater Plant Concerns | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s wastewater giants are under the microscope after a whistleblower-triggered audit—EMA Inc. is stepping in to scrutinize Veolia’s operations and the…
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Kaul’s Legal Boost Clears Ethics Scrutiny | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s ethics watchdog just dropped a GOP complaint against AG Josh Kaul — calling off claims he broke rules by hiring out-of-state lawyers via a NYU…
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Flags at Half-Staff for Senator Graham | Milwaukee News
Flags across Wisconsin fly at half-staff in solemn tribute to Senator Lindsey Graham, who died suddenly at 71 after a distinguished Senate career — his passing…
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Wisconsin’s Fall Forecast Breakdown | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s fall is shaping up to be cool and dry, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac — except for southwestern Wisconsin, which’s forecasted to be warm and…
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Milwaukee Heat Advisory Hits 102 | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s sweltering heat wave is no joke—feels-like temps could hit 102°F, with the heat index soaring even higher in some areas. With record-breaking highs…
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Costco Expands with New Oconomowoc Store | Milwaukee News
Costco is on a roll, opening seven new warehouses nationwide in August—including a major new spot in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, set to debut at the start of the…
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Chicago’s Living Art Hub | Milwaukee News
Step into Chicago’s living art hub—the historic Fine Arts Building, where painters, musicians, and writers have called home for decades. Once a carriage…
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Heat Advisory Hits Southeast Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
Heat warning hits southeast Wisconsin as temperatures soar into the upper 90s, with humid heat lingering through the week. Cooling centers are open across…
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Rowing to Hawaii Changed Me | Milwaukee News
Four guys, including Johnny Martinez—who doesn’t even like water—rowed 3,000 miles across the Pacific in a 25-foot boat, no engine, no sails, for 53 days…
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Marquette Pays $3.6M to Late President's Estate | Milwaukee News
Marquette University paid out $3.6 million to the estate of former President Michael Lovell, making him Wisconsin’s highest-paid university president for 2025…
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Target Sued Over Baby’s Water Bead Death | Milwaukee News
A baby girl died after swallowing a single water bead from a Target toy kit, sparking a lawsuit against the retailer for allegedly failing to warn families who…
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Bronze Fonz Takes a Break | Milwaukee News
The Bronze Fonz is temporarily gone — but don’t panic! Milwaukee’s iconic statue is just getting a much-needed spa day, with plans to return later this summer…
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Mike Mooney Legacy in Wisconsin CRE | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s commercial real estate world mourns the loss of Mike Mooney, founder of MLG Capital and a titan of the industry who passed at 83. A visionary…
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Cobalt Partners Revives Menomonee Falls | Milwaukee News
Cobalt Partners is set to transform Menomonee Falls with two major redevelopment projects, starting with the long-vacant Ernie von Schledorn auto dealership…
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Milwaukee Police Chase Policy in Spotlight | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s police chase policy is under fire at City Hall as advocates push for stricter limits to protect innocent bystanders and demand transparency through…
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Mobile Closet Brings Hope to Foster Families | Milwaukee News
Meet Chosen, Inc.—a mission-driven nonprofit that’s been empowering foster and adoptive families for 11 years. Now, they’re rolling out a game-changing mobile…
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Milwaukee Closes Summer Programs Due to Heat | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee Public Schools is shutting down its Summer Academy and Extended Learning programs July 14-15 due to an extreme heat advisory—with the heat index…
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Milwaukee Cuts Summer Programs for Heat | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee Public Schools is pausing summer programs and indoor recreation spots Tuesday and Wednesday due to a dangerous heat wave — but there’s good news…
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UTV Rollover on Sugar Island | Milwaukee News
A UTV rollover on Sugar Island sent two kids hurt—but thanks to heroic bystanders and an off-duty paramedic who sprang into action, one with a life-threatening…
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Milwaukee Man’s Bomb Lab at Work | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee man, 49, got two years probation after cops found a full bomb-making lab at his West Allis job—chemicals, fuses, glue sticks, and even residue on…
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Microsoft’s Data Center Noise Sparks Lawsuit | Milwaukee News
Microsoft’s new Mount Pleasant data center is sparking outrage among neighbors who say its constant hum is ruining their peace—some are even considering…
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Oconomowoc Farmer Feeds Hungry Families | Milwaukee News
A Wisconsin farmer is turning crisis into community impact—delivering fresh, affordable eggs to families in need through a new partnership with the Hunger Task…
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Tiffany Under Fire as Dems Spend Big | Milwaukee News
National Democrats unleash blistering attack ads on GOP gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany, branding him a “MAGA extremist” and zeroing in on his abortion…
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Governor Candidate Faces Financial Mess | Milwaukee News
Sara Rodriguez, Wisconsin’s gubernatorial candidate, is facing a major financial crisis just weeks before the primary — her campaign is short hundreds of…
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Hiawatha Train Gets More Cars | Milwaukee News
The Hiawatha train line is finally getting the upgrade commuters have been begging for—two new cars per train set to slash overcrowding and make commutes less…
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Rodriguez Campaign Hits Financial Snag | Milwaukee News
Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez’s gubernatorial campaign is in chaos after discovering a massive financial shortfall—hundreds of thousands short—triggered…
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Two Shot at Racine Gas Station | Milwaukee News
Two men in their early 20s were shot Friday night at an Amoco gas station in Racine, one critically injured and airlifted to the hospital. Suspects allegedly…
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Brookfield Credit Card Theft Probe | Milwaukee News
Brookfield police are urgently seeking a suspect behind a brazen credit card fraud that netted over $4,000 in Best Buy purchases using a stolen card swiped…
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Ian's Pizza Expands with New Harbor Kitchen | Milwaukee News
Ian’s Pizza is expanding big time with a brand-new Harbor District location set to open in August — not just a slice spot, but a full-scale production kitchen…
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Milwaukee Music Week: Genres Collide | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s sweltering heat won’t stop the music — this week’s lineup is a wild ride from smooth jazz to punk fury. Harry Connick Jr. croons at Riverside…
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Waukesha’s Workforce Future | Milwaukee News
Waukesha County’s future hinges on turning population stagnation into a workforce innovation opportunity—by retraining sidelined workers, upskilling the…
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Lincoln School Fire Forces Relocation | Milwaukee News
A devastating fire razed Lincoln Avenue School in Milwaukee, displacing 450 students—now set to attend Casimir Pulaski High School this fall, with dedicated…
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Lead Pipe Replacement Begins on Mitchell Street | Milwaukee News
Lead pipes are finally being tackled in Milwaukee — starting Monday, July 13th, Mitchell Street between South 23rd and South Layton Blvd will be closed…
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Cases Dismissed After Restorative Justice | Milwaukee News
Two men convicted in the 2012 death of 16-year-old Corey Stingley have had their cases dismissed after completing deferred prosecution agreements—avoiding…
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Milwaukee’s Freeway Future Divided | Milwaukee News
Three Milwaukee city council members are challenging the mayor’s plan to upgrade the aging I-794 freeway, arguing it should be removed entirely and replaced…
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Bike Crash on Hampton Avenue | Milwaukee News
Two tragic incidents shook the Milwaukee area in quick succession: a cyclist struck by a car on Hampton Avenue early Monday, and a fatal hit-and-run the night…
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Campaign Manager Fired Over Finance Errors | Milwaukee News
Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez just dumped her campaign manager amid shocking mismanagement and glaring inaccuracies in campaign finance filings—just as…
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Wisconsin's Off-Road Drunk Driving Crisis | Milwaukee News
Eighteen people have died in Wisconsin off-road vehicle crashes this year, with alcohol implicated in at least four — and blood tests pending in eleven more…
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Rodriguez Fires Campaign Manager Amid Finance Mess | Milwaukee News
Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez just dumped her campaign manager Kara Spencer less than a month before the August 11 primary, citing serious mismanagement…
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Wisconsin Fair Drops 80 Wild New Foods | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s State Fair is exploding with flavor this year—80 new food items, 4 fresh vendors, and wild eats like deep-fried ranch, churro-stuffed donuts, and…