AGP Executive Report

Milwaukee 911 Accountability: Milwaukee’s Department of Emergency Communications says it has finished its investigation into a delayed 911 response, and will outline personnel actions plus training and performance expectations. Public Health: Wisconsin DHS reports measles is still spreading, now up to 42 confirmed cases and 17 probable cases, with most cases tied to people who are unvaccinated. Environment & Safety: Enbridge’s Line 5 is back in the spotlight after a leak in far northeastern Wisconsin near the Michigan border, prompting evacuations of nearby rural homes. Local Crime & Community Safety: Milwaukee police are asking for help finding critically missing 8-year-old Jeresa Rowe, last seen near 20th and Vine. Politics & Cost of Living: GOP gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany broke with Trump on importing ground beef but defended his affordability pitch as trade tensions with Canada escalate. Sports (Milwaukee): The Brewers benched rookie Cooper Pratt for hustle issues in a loss to the Mets, while Francisco Lindor’s late defensive heroics were followed by an SNY broadcast cutout that left fans furious. Labor Politics: Wisconsin AFL-CIO and other unions endorsed Democratic candidate Andy Beck for Wisconsin’s 5th Congressional District.

Food Assistance Oversight: Wisconsin lawmakers voted to audit FoodShare, citing federal error-rate rules and the risk of penalties that could reach $200 million a year. Energy & Infrastructure: A semi-truck struck Enbridge Line 5 near Saxon, triggering a natural gas liquids leak, evacuations, road closures, and a temporary no-fly zone as crews isolate the damage. Power Line Planning: In Sauk County, residents pressed Midcontinent Grid Solutions on the proposed BECI 765-kV transmission line after an open house left many questions unanswered. Workforce & Local Economy: Foremost Farms will permanently close its Marshfield facility, eliminating 68 jobs. Education Costs: An Onalaska roundtable heard parents and lawmakers worry that rising school expenses are squeezing families, with calls to reduce tariff-driven price pressure. Madison Sports Facilities: UW-Madison unveiled its new $285M indoor football practice center, the Kellner Family Athletic Center. Milwaukee Public Safety Tech: A Milwaukee councilwoman renewed calls for more oversight of the city’s Flock system, urging specific retention and auditing changes. State Numbers & Weather: Wisconsin’s public utilities sales tax collections rose slightly in 2024, while southeast Wisconsin faces a few early-morning storms and mostly dry conditions later.

Election & Courts: La Crosse County DA Tim Gruenke won’t file charges against Elon Musk in a Wisconsin election bribery referral tied to his 2025 Supreme Court race posts. Public Safety: Jackson police arrested a Milwaukee man for stealing medical equipment, using a drone and a K-9 to track him through marshland. Food & Health: Wisconsin DHS says free or reduced-cost measles vaccines are available statewide as confirmed cases top 40 across three counties; meanwhile, UW Health is on CBS 58 to discuss health headlines including measles and recent E. coli/salmonella concerns. Politics & Voting Access: WisDems blasted the Supreme Court decision clearing the way for a Trump executive order to restrict mail-in voting ahead of November. Energy Costs: Environmental groups urged regulators to reject We Energies’ proposed 14% residential rate hike through 2028. Milwaukee Culture: The Garage and HiHat Lounge responded after a viral “No Milwaukee Rap” list circulated online, saying the approach was wrong and not approved by owners. Weather: NWS La Crosse radar is offline Aug. 24-30 for maintenance, with nearby radars used instead. Agriculture: Wisconsin Farmers Union opposes increased beef imports, arguing it won’t fix processing concentration and price gaps. Sports: The Brewers’ August momentum continues after wins over Atlanta, with Jake Bauers and Logan Henderson standing out. Community & Outdoors: Wisconsin’s Deer Donation Program is expanding reimbursement for processors, helping keep venison flowing to food pantries.

Milwaukee Courts & Public Safety: Gov. Tony Evers appointed Malinda Eskra and Jay Pucek to fill two Milwaukee County Circuit Court vacancies. Milwaukee Violence: A Milwaukee man, Kelven Harris, was charged after prosecutors say he shot and killed two rappers inside a recording studio following a gun dispute. Criminal Justice: Kayla Stemler was sentenced for her role in the starvation and abuse of a 14-year-old girl. Cannabis Crackdown: Hemp-derived THC merchant Jerry McCoy faces 13 counts tied to an alleged illegal cannabis delivery scheme. State-Tribal Relations: A Wisconsin legislative committee reviewed priorities tied to a new law requiring schools to allow American Indian students to wear tribal regalia at graduation, with questions about enforcement. Energy Costs: Environmental and consumer groups urged regulators to reject We Energies’ proposed 14% residential rate hike. Agriculture & Trade: Evers criticized Canada trade tensions, saying they’re hurting Wisconsin farmers. Community & Education: Milwaukee teachers got free classroom supplies at the first MPS Foundation drive, and a growing Pistons & Props airshow returns to the Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport after 14 years. Elections: The U.S. Supreme Court sided with the Trump administration on mail-in ballots, but Wisconsin officials say it likely won’t change state practice right away.

Local Recreation: Four new pickleball courts at Dan Jansen Park in Greenfield opened Aug. 17, with seasonal public hours (May–Aug 9 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sept–Oct 9 a.m.–7 p.m.) and court reservations for two of the courts. Milwaukee Elections: Milwaukee election officials say a primary results delay caused by “human error” did not affect accuracy, after audit logs were uploaded to the wrong drives and results had to be re-posted. Public Safety & Health: Milwaukee is urging residents to report dog bites promptly, since city rules trigger quarantine and a 10–14 day process; separately, Wisconsin-based Fromm recalled thousands of cases of canned wet dog food over possible metal contamination. Weather: El Niño conditions are expected to bring warmer-than-average fall temperatures across most of Wisconsin. Education & Workforce: UW System regents approved a $730M operating budget request, including tuition-freeze funding and training for 35,000 new healthcare workers; Gov. Evers also announced about $5M in Fast Forward grants for employer training. Sports: The Brewers’ Jackson Chourio and William Contreras are processing grief from Venezuela’s June earthquakes, after the team collected 27 tons of relief supplies.

Milwaukee Police & FBI Response: A crash near N. 27th St. and W. Cornell St. Sunday afternoon was linked by witnesses to a police pursuit; paramedics took at least one seriously injured woman by ambulance, and K-9 teams searched nearby yards. South Side Shooting: A bullet shattered the window of JC King’s Tortas near S. 13th St. and W. Oklahoma Ave., cutting a customer near the ear; police are still working to determine who fired and why. Milwaukee Gun Violence: Police investigated a separate early-morning shooting that left a 19-year-old injured; a suspect was taken into custody, with charges pending. Fire Displacement: An apartment fire near N. 25th St. and W. Capitol Dr. displaced 20 residents; no injuries were reported and the cause is under investigation. Wisconsin Sports & Community: Brewers’ Garrett Mitchell honored ESPN’s Karl Ravech in a classy on-field moment, while Wisconsin football wrapped fall camp ahead of the Notre Dame opener. Statewide Health Watch: Wisconsin health officials report measles concerns tied to low vaccination rates, with cases rising in the southwest. Local Life: Madison teen Meredith Rosemurgy heads to Miss America’s Teen after being crowned Miss Wisconsin Teen 2026.

WI Sports: The WIAC football coaches picked UW-Platteville to win the 2026 conference title, with UW-River Falls, La Crosse, Whitewater and others also ranked in the preseason D3football.com poll. Brewers/MLB: Milwaukee keeps rolling and hosts Atlanta in the Little League Classic Sunday, with the Braves trying to avoid a sweep after a 4-1 loss Saturday; Trevor Megill also made Brewers history with a “hidden no-hitter” stretch. Volleyball: No. 6 Wisconsin bounced back by sweeping No. 7 Louisville at Fiserv Forum, shutting down Louisville in straight sets. Milwaukee Public Safety: A north-side apartment fire displaced dozens, and separate shootings left multiple people wounded, including a 1-year-old in a road-rage incident. Community & Culture: The Milwaukee Public Museum is preparing to move into a new home in 2027, and Mexican Fiesta drew huge crowds again this weekend. Weather: SE Wisconsin stays dry and comfortable through Tuesday, with rain chances later in the week.

Badger Football: Coach Jeff Grimes says injuries have slowed Wisconsin’s offensive line development, with two projected starters missing most of fall camp. Milwaukee Crime: MPD is investigating a road-rage shootout near 42nd and Capitol that left a 1-year-old and both drivers injured; both drivers are in custody. Milwaukee Gun Safety: A “Behind the Gun” summit at Evolve Church focused on prevention, safe storage, and free lock boxes, featuring a gun-violence survivor’s account. Health Costs: A new analysis finds Wisconsin hospitals charge about 25% more than Illinois hospitals for the same inpatient services, even within the same systems. Brewers: Logan Henderson kept rolling as Milwaukee beat the Braves 4-1, and Brandon Woodruff’s shoulder is improving enough to start a throwing progression—surgery not needed. Volleyball: Wisconsin bounced back at Fiserv Forum, sweeping No. 7 Louisville after an opening loss to Kentucky. Weather: Sunday looks cooler and comfortable across Southeast Wisconsin, with another storm chance later in the week.

Measles Update: Wisconsin DHS says the southwest outbreak is now 41 confirmed cases and 7 probable, with new counts in Iowa and Lafayette counties—health officials urge people to check MMR protection and avoid exposure. Public Safety & Weather: Severe storms are again a concern across SE Wisconsin, with isolated storms possible today; residents are urged to stay prepared. Local Crime: A Milwaukee woman faces charges tied to a bomb threat at Briggs & Stratton in Menomonee Falls, police say she called in the scare to “cause chaos” after a breakup. Milwaukee Housing: Midtown Commons, a 200-unit affordable project, received a $1 million city loan for unexpected environmental cleanup before construction. Politics & Justice: Wisconsin’s Commutation Advisory Board held its first hearings in decades, including requests from prisoners such as Natalie Murphy. Sports (Milwaukee): Jacob Misiorowski shut down Atlanta as the Brewers beat the Braves 2-1, and Saturday’s matchup at American Family Field is set for 2:10 p.m. Health Advisory: Marathon County officials warn swimmers to stay out of Lake DuBay after blue-green algae was found.

UW-Madison: First-year medical students received their white coats at a campus ceremony, marking the start of orientation week and their long push toward becoming physicians. Cycling for farmers: Project Hero riders are pedaling into Madison as part of the Great Lakes Challenge, with this year’s theme “Thank a Farmer” and an expected Capitol arrival Saturday. Weather: Storm chances are winding down, with pleasant weekend conditions after scattered Saturday showers/thunder possibilities. Measles: Wisconsin DHS says the southwest outbreak has grown to 41 confirmed and 7 probable cases across Grant, Iowa and Lafayette counties, with officials urging residents to check MMR vaccination status. Food safety: A multistate E. coli and Salmonella outbreak tied to alfalfa sprouts has expanded to nearly 60 cases nationwide, with Wisconsin reporting at least 17 illnesses. Politics & prisons: The Wisconsin Commutation Advisory Board met for the first time in 25 years, reviewing 12 sentence-shortening requests. Milwaukee housing: Habitat for Humanity launched Pope Leo Village in Harambee, adding affordable homes as part of a national initiative. Sports: Jacob Misiorowski shut out the Braves for six innings as the Brewers beat Atlanta 2-1.

Public Safety: Wisconsin violent crime fell 13.5% in 2025, though murders dropped less sharply, according to WisPolitics-State Affairs review of FBI data. Milwaukee Crime: Police are asking for help locating a critically missing 66-year-old man last seen near N. 12th St. and W. Kilbourn Ave. Health Alert: DHS says 17 Wisconsin residents are sick from an E. coli and Salmonella outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts (Calco and Everything Sprouts); one person is hospitalized. State Outdoors: DNR reminds disabled hunters to confirm their hunt location with a sponsor by Sept. 15 for the Oct. 3-11 gun deer hunt. Education & Agriculture: UW-River Falls got Regents approval for capital projects aimed at strengthening the ag workforce, including a new Plant Science Discovery Center. Local Sports & Community: The Milwaukee Brewers host the Atlanta Braves Friday with Jacob Misiorowski vs. Chris Sale, and Wisconsin Chessheads resume weekly over-the-board games in Spooner.

Housing & Economy: Milwaukee logged 136 home sales for the week ending Aug. 15, with a median price of $210,000 and a median property tax bill of $3,363. Jobs: Wisconsin added 6,000 jobs in July and 26,000 over the year, with unemployment steady at 3.3%. Health Alert: DHS confirmed 17 Wisconsin illnesses (one hospitalization) tied to alfalfa sprouts from Everything Sprouts/Calco; officials urge people to throw out the sprouts and watch for E. coli and Salmonella symptoms. Weather: Southeast Wisconsin gets another round of showers and storms Friday, with a low-end severe risk (small hail, gusts, lightning). Public Safety: Milwaukee County says outdoor tornado sirens failed during Aug. 18 storms due to equipment issues; the county is replacing aging sirens, with full rollout expected in early 2027. Politics: UW Board of Regents approved the 2027-29 UW operating budget request, including a proposed tuition freeze if the state funds it. Milwaukee Transit: Milwaukee County Transit System received $13.9M in federal help for buses and traffic-signal upgrades.

Housing Market: Wisconsin home sales and prices keep climbing, with July sales up 8.1% and the median price rising 6.8% to $360,000 as inventory stays tight. UW Admissions: UW-Madison’s acceptance rate hit a record low in 2025 (41%), and families say the new “top 5%” automatic admission law hasn’t eased the sense that getting in is harder. Politics & Data Centers: WEDC’s John Miller says Wisconsin can’t “get left behind” on data centers, even as the governor’s race turns the projects into a flashpoint; meanwhile, Tom Tiffany is pushing a “Protecting Wisconsin Farmland” tour and says he’d end data-center tax subsidies. Privacy & Surveillance: Flock camera use keeps expanding, with new scrutiny over whether warrantless searches should be required. Health Care Breakthrough: Children’s Wisconsin says it’s the first in the nation to deliver FDA-approved gene therapy for genetic hearing loss outside a clinical trial. Milwaukee Crime & Safety: Police are investigating a life-threatening stabbing on the northwest side and a fatal motorcycle crash in Waukesha. Weather: Thursday stays pleasant, with showers and thunderstorms returning Friday. Sports: UW women upset No. 9 BYU 1-0; Marquette beat Truman State 4-1; the Brewers dropped a 7-5 game to Seattle after a rough start.

Milwaukee Public Schools Under Federal Review: The U.S. Department of Education is investigating whether Milwaukee Public Schools considers race in student discipline decisions, reviving long-running concerns about disparities. Governor Race Focus—Data Centers: Data centers are front and center in the Wisconsin governor race, with Democrat David Crowley pushing for accountability and clean-energy requirements while Republican Tom Tiffany targets subsidies and warns about electricity-rate impacts. Housing Policy: A new Wisconsin law will extend how long municipalities can keep tax increment districts active, aiming to boost affordable housing funding. Public Safety—Impaired Driving: The Wisconsin State Patrol’s “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign kicks off for Labor Day, warning that alcohol and drugs are tied to about a third of traffic deaths. Health—Measles Rising: Southwest Wisconsin’s measles outbreak continues to grow, with confirmed and probable cases climbing across multiple counties. Local Weather/Storm Cleanup: Southeast Wisconsin communities are assessing damage after severe storms, including an EF0 tornado confirmed in Hubertus. Sports—Brewers’ Record Night: The Brewers routed the Mariners 22-0 in a historic shutout, while the Timber Rattlers edged Lake County 5-3. Business/Community: We Energies agreed to extend power purchases from Point Beach through the early 2050s, and Bank of America plans another new south-side Milwaukee branch.

Film & Tourism: Gov. Evers and Film Wisconsin announced the first round of Wisconsin film tax credit awards, with six productions receiving more than $1 million total. Passenger Rail: Evers, Sen. Tammy Baldwin and WisDOT celebrated over $140 million in federal funding to modernize up to 41 Amtrak Charger locomotives serving Wisconsin routes. Crypto Regulation: Wisconsin’s banking lobby and the state Department of Financial Institutions urged lawmakers not to deregulate crypto staking-as-a-service, warning it should stay under securities protections. Schools & Equity: Milwaukee Public Schools is under federal investigation over allegations about how race is considered in discipline decisions. Public Safety & Weather: More than 25,000 utility customers were still without power after Tuesday’s storms hit southeast Wisconsin. Health: Measles cases rose again, with Grant County confirming two more cases tied to the southwest outbreak. Milwaukee Sports: The Brewers crushed the Mariners 22-0 in a record-matching shutout, while the Packers’ girls flag football program keeps expanding through new grants. Local Notes: Oak Creek approved a Buc-ee’s deal, including renaming part of Elm Road to “Buc-ee’s Boulevard.”

Traffic & Safety: Berwyn police closed Ogden Avenue between Wenonah and Wisconsin Ave after a major crash Tuesday night, urging drivers to avoid the area while crews responded. Weather: A slow-moving cold front is bringing showers and storm chances, with the best severe risk window Tuesday evening (4–10 p.m.) for strong winds and large hail. Milwaukee Public Schools: The U.S. Department of Education is investigating MPS discipline practices after new guidance warns schools not to use race in student discipline. Public Health & Policy: Wisconsin lawmakers advanced multiple bills, including AB598 to allow patient representatives to help move incapacitated patients to nursing facilities without guardianship petitions, and AB604 to require DHS to seek a Medicaid waiver for prerelease health care for incarcerated people. Local Life: The Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin is helping out-of-state dogs, including six Louisiana dogs transferred to its Janesville shelter. Sports & Culture: A Milwaukee artist, Ric Stultz, designed a Brewers hat giveaway tied to the team’s early-80s legacy.