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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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ICE Activity in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
ICE activity in Milwaukee has sparked widespread community concern and urgency as residents and leaders scramble for accurate info, rights awareness, and…
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Wisconsin Food Innovators Build New HQ | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s PS Seasoning and Pro Smoker just broke ground on a jaw-dropping 264,000-square-foot headquarters in West Bend, set to open in June 2027 — and it’s…
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Milwaukee Office Market in Flux | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s downtown office scene is shifting—prime Class A buildings hold steady while older Class B and C spaces face rising vacancies as companies rethink…
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Brewers and Salvation Army Feed Kids | Milwaukee News
The Brewers and The Salvation Army teamed up to feed 600 kids across Milwaukee County with hearty, healthy lunches—turkey sandwiches, fruit, veggies, and…
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Rodriguez vs Barnes: Donations and Drama | Milwaukee News
The Wisconsin Democratic governor’s race is boiling over as Sara Rodriguez and Mandela Barnes clash over donations, votes, and credibility. Rodriguez accepted…
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Starship Robots Leave UW-Madison Campus | Milwaukee News
Starship Technologies is shutting down its campus food delivery robots at UW-Madison and other schools, pulling its thirteen bots off campus as it pivots to…
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Brewers Unveil Truss Club for Premium Fans | Milwaukee News
The Milwaukee Brewers are revolutionizing the fan experience at American Family Field with the launch of the Truss Club — a new premium space offering 375…
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Standoff Ends in Shooting Near Lynx | Milwaukee News
A tense, hour-long standoff erupted in Milwaukee after a robbery attempt turned deadly—officers confronted a 22-year-old armed suspect, Jaylyn Brown, who…
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ICE’s Aggressive Tactics in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
ICE has ramped up arrests in Milwaukee, targeting people through aggressive traffic stops rather than traditional home visits — sparking outrage over tactics…
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Dumplings with Purpose in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s fourth annual MKE Dumpling Fest packed Prairie on Springs Park with 350 food lovers voting for the best dumplings from 14 restaurants — and Phat…
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Wisconsin Teacher Apprenticeships Launch | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin is set to launch paid teacher apprenticeships thanks to a $300,000 grant from the National Center for Grow Your Own, offering aspiring educators…
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Wisconsin’s Tech Future Is Here | Milwaukee News
Data centers aren’t going anywhere—and your community can benefit from their growth. Meanwhile, downtown Milwaukee buzzes with corporate investment, but true…
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Giannis Celebrates Championship in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Giannis Antetokounmpo celebrated his championship win with Milwaukee fans at Deer District, igniting citywide excitement and showcasing the deep local pride…
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Extreme Heat Warning in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Southeast Wisconsin is facing a deadly heatwave—with temps hitting 107 degrees and no relief overnight. Stay safe by using cooling centers, staying hydrated…
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Brady Street Parking Ban to Test Safety | Milwaukee News
Starting this weekend, Brady Street will transform overnight: from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m., parking is banned between Humboldt and Farwell Avenues—not to go…
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Fatal Crash Sparks Felony Charges | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee driver, 23-year-old Alan Ontiveros, faces multiple felony charges after a fatal crash on June 21st that killed 47-year-old Faisal Hussain…
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Wisconsin Kringle Day Celebrated | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin is rolling out its own Kringle Day—June 30, 2026—officially proclaimed by Governor Tony Evers as a sweet tribute to the state’s cultural heart. This…
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Wisconsin Campus Cooling Crisis | Milwaukee News
Madison’s sweltering heatwave hits just as UW-Madison shuts down over 20 major buildings—including Bascom and Grainger Halls—starting June 29th due to a broken…
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Misiorowski’s Fastest Pitch Yet | Milwaukee News
Brewers stumble in a tough series against the Cubs, but don’t panic—Chicago’s still five and a half games back. The real star? Jacob Misiorowski, who just…
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Extreme Heat Warning for Wisconsin | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee and Wisconsin brace for dangerous heat—with heat indexes hitting 107 degrees and muggy nights in the upper 70s. The National Weather Service has…
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Tragic Lake Accident Claims Teen Life | Milwaukee News
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Lake Mills last Sunday when a 14-year-old from Madison drowned in the lake — authorities confirm it was an accident, and…
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Cold Case Reopened, Trial Paused | Milwaukee News
A decades-old Kenosha murder case just hit a major snag: suspect James T. Fowler, extradited from Tennessee and charged with killing Ralph Ambrose Gianoli in…
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Harley-Davidson Legal Leadership Transition | Milwaukee News
Harley-Davidson is reshuffling its top legal leadership, with longtime Chief Legal Officer Paul Krause stepping down after a decade — but staying on in an…
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Who Wins Lt Gov Race Shapes Wisconsin's Future | Milwaukee News
In Wisconsin, voters—not the governor—choose the lieutenant governor, setting up a high-stakes political dance this year. Republican hopeful Tom Tiffany will…
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Heat Dome Hits Milwaukee Hard | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s sweltering heat wave is here to stay—with temps hitting 90s and heat indexes soaring into the 100s, fueled by a coast-to-coast heat dome linked to…
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Milwaukee Ranks Top 6 for Bike-Friendly Cities | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s bike-friendliness just got a major boost—ranking sixth among major U.S. cities with over 300K residents, putting it on par with Minneapolis and…
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300th Graduate Celebrates Nail Academy Success | Milwaukee News
Three hundred fourth nail tech graduates celebrate a milestone at Center Street Nail Technology Academy — proof that passion, opportunity, and education can…
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Milwaukee’s Top Wine Restaurants Revealed | Milwaukee News
Wine Spectator just dropped its 2026 Restaurant Awards, and Milwaukee’s wine scene is shining—42 Wisconsin spots made the list, including 22 in the city. Four…
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Wisconsin Center Pays $30K Monthly to Interim Director | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin Center District just dumped its CEO and tapped Jim Kanter as acting director—pulling in a jaw-dropping $30K monthly salary for just 30 hours a week…
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Smoke Alert in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee and surrounding counties battled hazy skies and dangerous air quality due to Canadian wildfire smoke, with ozone levels hitting “Unhealthy for…
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Milwaukee’s Drone Show Replaces Fireworks | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s Fourth of July gets a tech twist this year—no fireworks, just a dazzling drone light show lighting up McKinley Beach at 9:15 PM on July 3rd…
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Anodyne Baristas Strike for Fair Contract | Milwaukee News
Anodyne Coffee workers shut down all four Milwaukee locations in a dramatic strike over stalled contract talks and alleged unfair labor practices by private…
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Heatwave Warning: Humidity Makes It Worse | Milwaukee News
Brace yourself—serious heat arrives Monday at noon, with temps hitting the low 90s for five straight days. While no record-breaking highs, the real danger lies…
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Milwaukee Seeks Help Finding Rachel Smith | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee police urgently seek help finding Rachel Smith, a 34-year-old white woman last seen driving a silver 2006 Honda CR-V with Colorado plates DNTN62 near…
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Missing Milwaukee Woman Rachel Smith | Milwaukee News
Missing Milwaukee Woman Rachel Smith | Milwaukee News
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Wisconsin’s Spider Secrets | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s got over 500 spider species, most of which are totally chill and won’t bother you unless you’re too close. The fisher spider’s a water pro, the…
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Five New Cities, One Big Mission - A Message from Corey
Five New Cities, One Big Mission - A Message from Corey
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Nominate Your Top Executive Assistant | Milwaukee News
Nominate the unsung heroes of southeastern Wisconsin—executive assistants who’re changing the game, driving change, and giving back. BizTimes Media wants to…
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Postal Workers Sound Alarm on Mismanagement
Union leaders are sounding the alarm on the USPS, calling it the worst mismanagement they’ve ever seen—trained clerks idled in break rooms while unskilled…
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Remembering Emani and the Call for Peace
Sixteen years old, gone too soon—Emani Robinson’s memory lives on in Milwaukee as community members gather to honor him and demand peace, urging gun violence…
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Fireworks Surge for 250th Anniversary
America’s 250th birthday is sparking a nationwide fireworks frenzy—with sales up 20% and folks going all out for the milestone. The industry’s scrambling to…
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Manhunt for Milwaukee Jail Drug Killer
A deadly manhunt is underway in Milwaukee for John Luckett, a 37-year-old with a history of drug and gun charges, who allegedly smuggled lethal drugs into a…
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Brewers Unite for Venezuela Relief
Brewers Unite for Venezuela Relief
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Wisconsin Voters Demand Faster Ballot Counts
Wisconsin voters are growing uneasy about election integrity—even ahead of the next big vote—driven largely by delays in ballot counting that don’t begin until…
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New Journey Campus Zoning Battle Ends
A major win for the Milwaukee Rescue Mission’s New Journey Campus in New Berlin: after a tense, closed-session vote ended in a tie, the zoning appeal to block…
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Waukesha County Reigns as Wisconsin's Wealthiest
Waukesha County reigns supreme as Wisconsin’s wealthiest county, boasting the highest median income at $104,100 and median home value at $398,813, according to…
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Milwaukee’s Murals Tell Bold Stories
Milwaukee’s streets are exploding with bold, meaningful murals—from a funeral director’s haunting tribute to life and death to a 100-foot Bob Uecker homage…
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Pickleball for Kids in Need
Pickleball meets purpose as Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Milwaukee hosted a fun-filled tournament to raise funds for mentoring programs—because every kid…
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Trust The Process - A Message from Corey
Trust The Process - A Message from Corey
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New Economic Initiative Takes Shape
A bold new economic initiative is set to ignite growth in a key region, blending strategic infrastructure upgrades and targeted workforce training to attract…
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Oshkosh Man Escapes Cops, Faces Multiple Charges
A 37-year-old Oshkosh man got himself in major trouble after speeding wildly and fleeing police twice in Fond du Lac County, leading to a high-stakes chase…
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Bloody Red Shrimp Found in Lake Superior
Lake Superior just got a creepy new resident: bloody red shrimp, tiny invasive crustaceans from the Black Sea. First spotted two decades ago, they’ve now…
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Milwaukee’s New Food Festival & Hunger Crisis
Milwaukee’s culinary scene is heating up this fall with the Freshwater Food & Wine Festival, set for September 19-20 at Henry Maier Festival Park — think…
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Justice Dept's Voter Data Push Blocked Again
The Trump administration’s bid to fast-track access to sensitive Wisconsin voter data hit another legal snag, as the Seventh Circuit denied their emergency…
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Wisconsin Prisons Fail Newborn Mothers
Wisconsin’s prisons are ignoring a court order to let incarcerated mothers keep their newborns, forcing separation within 24 hours despite state law requiring…
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Cold Case Breakthrough After 48 Years
A 48-year-old cold case in Kenosha just took a major turn: DNA tech finally led investigators to James Fowler, 68, arrested in Memphis and charged with…
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Milwaukee Eyes Public Power
Milwaukee’s transit and utilities board is eyeing a bold move: taking over We Energies’ city infrastructure to create a publicly-owned electric utility. With…
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Wisconsin Heat Wave Warning
Wisconsin braces for a brutal heat wave with temps hitting 100+ degrees, peaking Monday and Tuesday, June 29-30, with little relief even at night—nights still…
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PawPaw Rod Turns Backyard Into Dance Party
PawPaw Rod electrified the Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard with a funk-R&B explosion that turned strangers into dancers and fans into believers—his high-energy…
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Eagle Rescue Turned Tragic
A 72-year-old outdoorsman named Robert Marti, affectionately called “Rubber,” drowned while attempting to rescue an injured eagle from Lake Petenwell. Despite…