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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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Jukebox Highway Revives Forgotten Hits | Milwaukee News
Jukebox Highway is rewriting the rules of cover bands by resurrecting forgotten tunes that make audiences gasp, “I forgot I knew and loved that!” Formed by…
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Milwaukee's I-794 Divide | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s mayor wants to upgrade I-794, not tear it down — but three aldermen are pushing hard for removal, sparking a heated local debate over whether to…
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Donald Baumgartner: Innovator and Philanthropist | Milwaukee News
Donald Baumgartner, the visionary co-founder of Paper Machinery Corp. and a towering force in Milwaukee’s business and philanthropic worlds, passed away at 95…
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Perseids Meteor Shower Peaks This Year | Milwaukee News
Get ready for the Perseids meteor shower — one of the year’s most dazzling sky shows, peaking August 12th under a new moon for zero light interference. With 50…
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PNC Bank Doubles Down in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
PNC Bank is making a bold move in Milwaukee, locking in a long-term lease and planning major renovations for its downtown hub at 411 E. Wisconsin Ave — a…
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Milwaukee Hit-and-Run Leaves Two Dead | Milwaukee News
A tragic hit-and-run in Milwaukee claims two lives after a black SUV struck pedestrians near Teutonia and Vienna Avenues on July 12th at 11:15 PM. The driver…
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New Face, Same Mission for Fire Police Commission | Milwaukee News
Mayor Johnson is nominating Jordan Morales to replace outgoing Fire & Police Commission member Bree Spencer, a vocal advocate for police accountability and…
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Zoo Wins Legal Battle Over Farming Zoning | Milwaukee News
A Washington County judge just dismissed a lawsuit from neighbors trying to shut down Shalom Wildlife Zoo, ruling that the town’s new zoning law—passed in…
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Fireworks Fines and Frustrations in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee police handled 228 fireworks complaints this summer—down from last year’s 256—but enforcement remains strict: no buying, using, or setting off…
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Chasing Paper’s Bold New Fabric Line | Milwaukee News
Chasing Paper, the family-run decor brand with roots in Milwaukee and a legacy spanning three generations, is rewriting the rules of home styling—with bold…
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Data Centers Rewriting Wisconsin Land Values | Milwaukee News
In Port Washington, Wisconsin, landowners are cashing in big time as tech giants snap up farmland for massive data centers—some selling for up to seventeen…
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Milwaukee’s Community Policing Push | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s Community Collaborative Commission is pushing forward with a community policing plan rooted in equity and trust, working to ensure all…
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Lincoln Ave School Relocates After Fire | Milwaukee News
Lincoln Avenue School is a total loss after a devastating fire, with demolition imminent and the cause still unknown. Students and staff are relocating to…
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Milwaukee Hit-and-Run Leaves Two Dead | Milwaukee News
A black SUV sped down North Teutonia Avenue in Milwaukee’s northwest side late Sunday night, fatally striking two pedestrians — a 49-year-old and a 48-year-old…
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Middleton Wisconsin’s Hidden Gems | Milwaukee News
Discover why Middleton, Wisconsin is a hidden gem packed with flavor, culture, and community—where farmers markets, murals, and mustards reign supreme, and…
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Milwaukee Heat Wave Safety Guide | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s bracing for a dangerous heat wave, with temps hitting 96°F and the heat index soaring into triple digits—putting vulnerable residents at risk…
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Tragic Pontoon Boat Collision on Lake Pepin | Milwaukee News
A deadly collision between a pontoon boat and a commercial vessel on Lake Pepin claimed three lives in a dramatic rescue effort involving drones, helicopters…
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Evers’ Road Repair Legacy | Milwaukee News
Governor Tony Evers is closing his term proud of his road repair legacy—nearly 10,000 miles of roads and 2,400 bridges upgraded, enough to drive from Wausau to…
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Milwaukee Recycling Rules You Need | Milwaukee News
Got greasy pizza boxes? Milwaukee says if they’re clean, they’re recyclable. But cereal boxes, junk mail, and newspapers? Also recyclable—just make sure…
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Wisconsin Heat Wave This Week | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin Heat Wave This Week | Milwaukee News
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Brewers Battle Through Injuries to Lead NL Central | Milwaukee News
The Brewers are flying high in the NL Central despite pitching woes—Woodruff sidelined, Harrison’s elbow acting up—but Jacob Misiorowski’s resilience and…
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Schlieve Sentenced for Phillips’ Homicide | Milwaukee News
Alexzander Schlieve just received a staggering 26.5-year sentence for the October 2023 homicide of 24-year-old Noah Phillips, plus 17 years of supervised…
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Lincoln Avenue School Relocates to Pulaski | Milwaukee News
Lincoln Avenue School is gone—totally destroyed in a fire on June 30th—but the kids from K through fifth grade won’t be losing their community. The district’s…
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Oconomowoc’s Gilded Age Lakeside Legacy | Milwaukee News
Step into Oconomowoc, Wisconsin — the “Newport of the West” where Gilded Age tycoons built lakeside mansions, winter sports thrilled national crowds, and…
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ICE Arrests and a Judge’s Escape | Milwaukee News
ICE raids in southeastern Wisconsin have intensified, with videos showing aggressive tactics—most notably the arrest of a 31-year-old mother outside a…
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Airport Snacks Cost More For A Reason | Milwaukee News
Airport snacks and coffee cost more than you think — not because of greed, but because contracts let vendors add 10-15% surcharges. At Milwaukee Mitchell…
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Wisconsin’s New Math Plan for All | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s new statewide math plan is here to make numbers less scary and more exciting for students, following the success of reading reform. With nearly…
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Donald Baumgartner's Legacy in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Donald Baumgartner, a towering force in Milwaukee’s business and arts world, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of transformative philanthropy and…
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Wisconsin’s Retirement Savings Secret | Milwaukee News
Retirement savings just got a lot more location-specific: Wisconsin ranks 24th for affordability, needing just $750K to retire comfortably—below the national…
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Donald Baumgartner: Milwaukee’s Art & Legacy | Milwaukee News
Donald Baumgartner, Milwaukee’s beloved 95-year-old icon, passed away leaving behind a legacy of art, generosity, and bold community leadership. He helped…
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Death Doulas Bring Humanity to End-of-Life Care | Milwaukee News
Death doulas are quietly revolutionizing end-of-life care by offering compassionate, non-medical support to those nearing death and their families—helping with…
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EAA AirVenture 2024: Record-Breaking Returns | Milwaukee News
Get ready for the biggest aviation party of the year—the 73rd EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, July 20–26, with over 10,000 aircraft and record-breaking excitement…
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Kenosha Marina Changes Hands for $5.8M | Milwaukee News
Kenosha’s Southport Marina just sold for $5.8 million to Grove Point Marinas of Florida, a company with over a dozen marinas nationwide — and they’re not…
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Germantown’s Next Industrial Leap | Milwaukee News
Germantown’s industrial boom just got a major upgrade as Keller Inc. and F Street team up again for phase two — a colossal 142,295-square-foot building on a…
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Carmen’s New Campus Opens Big | Milwaukee News
Carmen Schools just unveiled a $55 million state-of-the-art high school on the south side — their first dedicated campus in nearly 20 years. After losing…
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CHS Sells Darien Grain Hub to Farm City | Milwaukee News
CHS just sold its Darien grain facility for $12.9 million to Farm City Elevator, a local powerhouse expanding its reach in southern Wisconsin and northern…
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Rodriguez Campaign Manager Resigns Over Finance Issues | Milwaukee News
Sara Rodriguez’s gubernatorial campaign just took a major hit as she ousted her campaign manager over serious financial reporting inaccuracies—just weeks…
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Wisconsin State Patrol Takes to the Skies | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin State Patrol’s new air support unit takes to the skies next week—July 13th to 16th—to catch speeders and reckless drivers from above, broadcasting…
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On the Run: Convicted Sex Offender Vanishes | Milwaukee News
A convicted sex offender who preyed on a 14-year-old in 2010 is now on the run after 15 years of compliance with sex offender registry rules. Authorities are…
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Milwaukee Vigil for Immigrant Justice | Milwaukee News
A powerful vigil erupted in Milwaukee this past Sunday at Clarke Square Park, rallying immigrant families and allies in solidarity after the tragic death of…
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20 Steers Vanish in Central Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
Twenty 800-pound Holstein-Angus steers vanish from a central Wisconsin farm between July 7th and 8th—sheriffs treat it as a serious cattle rustling case…
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Two-Vehicle Crash in Randall Sends One to Hospital | Milwaukee News
A serious two-vehicle crash near 385th Avenue and CTH F in Randall sent one man to the hospital via helicopter and left multiple others needing ambulance care…
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Bloom and Groom Builds Community One Plant at a Time | Milwaukee News
For fifteen years, Milwaukee’s Bloom and Groom program has turned neighborhoods into vibrant, connected communities through flower and plant sales. Started by…
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Speed Queen Celebrates 70 Years | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s legendary barbecue joint, Speed Queen, is turning 70—and it’s not just celebrating with ribs, it’s reinventing the menu for its big day. Since…
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Street Coffee Collective Heads to Farwell | Milwaukee News
Two coffee veterans with a combined 20 years of experience are set to open Street Coffee Collective on Farwell Avenue, bringing a warm, neighborhood vibe to…
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Crowley Backs Rodriguez for Governor | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley just dropped out of the governor’s race and instantly backed Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, calling her the best chance for…
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ICE Brutality in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
A hundred people marched through Milwaukee’s Clark Square to protest the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a 52-year-old Mexican immigrant and lifelong…
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Manty Ellis: Godfather of Milwaukee Jazz | Milwaukee News
Manty Ellis, the godfather of Milwaukee jazz, passed away at 93, leaving behind a legacy that shaped the city’s sound since the 60s. Honored nationally as a…
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Milwaukee Hit-and-Run Leaves Family Heartbroken | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee family is heartbroken after Troy Lewek, 47, a devoted dad and new grandpa, was killed in a horrific hit-and-run—struck by one car, then run over by…
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Tragic Head-On Crash Near Whitewater | Milwaukee News
A deadly head-on crash near Whitewater Wednesday afternoon claimed one life when a driver attempted a left turn onto County Highway P, crossing into oncoming…
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Milwaukee Rally Demands Immigration Reform | Milwaukee News
Protesters flooded Clarke Square Park in Milwaukee’s South Side this past Sunday, rallying against recent immigration enforcement actions and demanding federal…
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Three Lives Lost on Geneva Lake | Milwaukee News
Three children—Kathryn, Abigail, and Caleb—lost their lives in a tragic boating accident on Geneva Lake during a 100-mph storm, all succumbing to freshwater…
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Teenagers Escape Boat Fire on Fox Lake | Milwaukee News
Four teens narrowly escaped a fiery boat disaster on Fox Lake—just days after buying their new vessel—thanks to quick-thinking boaters and emergency crews…
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Fire Ravages Milwaukee Apartment Building | Milwaukee News
At 12:45 AM, Milwaukee Fire Department raced to a three-story blaze near 15th and Highland—flames already spiking from the second floor. Five people were…
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Senator Lindsey Graham Passes at 71 | Milwaukee News
Senator Lindsey Graham, a towering figure in Washington and a longtime South Carolina senator, has died at 71 after a brief illness, sending shockwaves across…
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Milwaukee Apartment Fire Averted | Milwaukee News
A massive apartment fire erupted in Milwaukee around 1 AM near 14th and Highland, sending flames roaring through the second floor and residents hanging out of…
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Feed the Change MKE Builds Local Food Power | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s African American Roundtable is launching Feed the Change MKE — a bold summer campaign to transform the city’s food system by putting residents on…
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Motorcyclist Injured After Deer Collision | Milwaukee News
A 37-year-old motorcycle rider from Cedarburg is in serious condition after slamming into a deer early Sunday on Highway 16/60 in Elba—thrown from his bike and…
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Wisconsin Steps Up for Venezuela | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s heart went global when Venezuela was hit by earthquakes—27 tons of life-saving supplies, packed with food, water, and blankets, are en route thanks…
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Flowers That Build Community | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s Bloom and Groom initiative is back, turning neighborhood gardens into community hubs—this year, 15 groups sold everything from begonias to bell…