AGP Executive Report

Milwaukee Public Safety: Milwaukee police say critically missing 11-year-old Leo Pierce has been found safe. Traffic & Safety: The Marquette Interchange ramp from I-94 East to I-43 North reopened after a fatal single-vehicle motorcycle crash, with WisDOT and the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office investigating. State Politics: At the Wisconsin Democratic convention in Madison, activists’ straw poll put Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez first for governor in 2026, with Rep. Francesca Hong close behind, while Buttigieg and AOC led presidential picks for 2028. NBA Watch: Reports say the Bucks are “largely ok” with Miami’s Giannis Antetokounmpo offer and could seek a third team involving Tyler Herro; Celtics interest is also being reported. Brewers: Manager Pat Murphy underwent an MRI for back/hip pain and is reportedly facing possible surgery. Local Crime: A Milwaukee man convicted in a 2024 shooting near 53rd and Center was sentenced to five years in prison. Sports (Prep): Hudson swept WIAA lacrosse titles, winning the boys championship in overtime over Mukwonago.

Brewers vs. Phillies: J.T. Realmuto hit a three-run homer and Philadelphia scored five in the sixth to beat Milwaukee 9-8, even after Jackson Chourio went 4-for-5 with two homers and four RBIs. Sunday matchup: Milwaukee hosts again at 2:10 p.m. with Kyle Harrison vs. Cristopher Sanchez, with the Brewers favored at home. Democrats in Madison: Gov. Tony Evers urged unity in his final keynote at the Wisconsin Democratic Convention, as party leaders look ahead to the next governor fight. Young Democrats in Milwaukee: Milwaukee was picked to host the Young Democrats of America national convention in 2027, with details still light. Milwaukee public safety: Police responded to four shootings Saturday morning, leaving one dead and four wounded. Lake Park incident: A 36-year-old Milwaukee woman was arrested after deputies say she fired two shots through her car sunroof during a family picnic argument at Lake Park. Local sports & schools: WIAA state lacrosse and softball championships wrapped up in Madison, and Packers star Micah Parsons ran a youth football camp in Monona.

Milwaukee Missing Child: Police are asking for help finding the parents or guardian of a 2–3-year-old boy found near 33rd and Juneau around 11:45 a.m. Saturday; he was last seen wearing a blue Nike t-shirt and shorts. Data Center Costs: We Energies and data center developers are petitioning Wisconsin regulators to loosen financial protections in a special rate plan, a move critics say could shift risk to ratepayers. Brewers on Fire: Jacob Misiorowski powered a 6-0 Brewers shutout over the Phillies, striking out 15 and throwing a 104.5 mph fastball—fastest for a starter since tracking began. Court Fight in Madison: The Wisconsin Supreme Court agreed to take up a second appeal over the congressional map, keeping the redistricting battle front and center. Milwaukee Safety Alerts: Police are investigating a fatal early-morning shooting near 24th and Wells, and also searching for critically missing 31-year-old Devonte L. Moss. Weather Watch: Southeast Wisconsin faces a chance of scattered showers and storms tonight, with isolated severe risk.

Brewers Takeover: Jacob Misiorowski lit up the Phillies with a career-high 15 strikeouts, a complete-game one-hitter, and a 6-0 win at American Family Field—throwing 95 pitches and no walks in front of a packed crowd. Milwaukee Court Fight: A judge kept Milwaukee’s downtown food-truck curfew change on hold after a heated hearing, with the city arguing safety concerns and the truck owner saying the earlier 10 p.m. cutoff would effectively end his business. Severe Weather Watch: The NWS confirmed multiple tornadoes across southeast Wisconsin this week, including EF-1 damage near Somers and reports of storms knocking out power and tearing roofs. Local Safety Update: Milwaukee police shot and killed an armed 22-year-old after a standoff tied to a robbery complaint near 84th and Lynx, following about an hour of negotiations. State Living Tips: Wisconsin law requires annual elevator inspections in apartment buildings—here’s what tenants should know and how to check compliance. Sports & Community: The Great River Road was named USA Today’s top scenic drive again, and Milwaukee hosted World Cup watch-party buzz at Titletown.

Severe Weather & Power: Storms battered southeast Wisconsin Thursday night, knocking out power for more than 16,000 We Energies customers in Kenosha and Racine, with crews working to rebuild damaged lines after reports of tornado activity. Public Health: Wisconsin DHS says tick season is peaking, driven by tiny nymph deer ticks that spread Lyme and other illnesses—use repellent, treat clothing, and do daily tick checks. Milwaukee Public Safety: A Milwaukee police shooting near 84th and Mill left one person dead, after officers confronted a barricaded suspect threatening suicide by cop. Sentencing Watch: Tremaine Jones was sentenced to life in prison with no parole for killing Officer Kendall Corder; Patrick Riley Jr. received 15 years plus extended supervision for a fatal 2025 stabbing of his nephew. Environment: Gov. Tony Evers announced a $10 million settlement with Tyco Fire Products over PFAS contamination in Marinette, calling it a step toward holding polluters accountable. Local Life: UW Health is urging families to schedule fall sports physicals now to avoid last-minute delays before WIAA practice begins. Sports & Community: The Brewers return home to host the Phillies after a tough Las Vegas trip, while monarch habitat planting at Lakeshore State Park is set for Saturday.

Severe Weather & Power: Storms tore through parts of southeast Wisconsin Thursday night, with Kenosha and Burlington hit hard—downed lines, blocked roads, and thousands without power. Public Safety: Milwaukee says its coordinated approach to first-offense reckless driving is working, with an 84% conviction rate in 2025 and fewer reduced/amended outcomes. Health Care: New federal Medicaid work rules raise alarms in Wisconsin, requiring many childless enrollees to work or volunteer to keep coverage. Local Government & Utilities: Milwaukee’s MMSD wastewater contract process faces calls for a pause as advocates push for oversight amid allegations involving Veolia. Sports (Madison-area): Madison West beat Waunakee 2-1 to advance in the girls state soccer tournament. Sports (Milwaukee): The Brewers open a three-game home series against the Phillies. Environment & Conservation: The Brule Fish Hatchery will still close after 2026, with DNR shifting trout production elsewhere. Labor: St. Mary’s Hospital nurses voted to unionize with SEIU Wisconsin. Crime & Courts: A former Milwaukee officer pleaded guilty over alleged misuse of Flock Safety tech to track a dating partner. Business/Industry: Harley-Davidson plans to centralize Revolution Max production in Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. Tourism/State Parks: Wisconsin now lets drivers buy state park passes during vehicle registration renewals.

Severe Weather & Recovery: Another round of storms is expected across southern Wisconsin, with a Tornado Watch for Kenosha, Racine and Walworth until 9 p.m. and a Flood Watch in place as crews respond to damage from Wednesday’s high winds and hail. Storm Damage Photos: New images show cleanup and damage in Horicon, Oshkosh, and other areas, including major destruction in Beaver Dam. Local Impact—Culver’s Barn: Culver’s “Thank You Farmers” barn in Beaver Dam collapsed after winds around 85 mph; the company says no one was hurt and recovery is underway. Traffic Disruption: Southbound I-39/90 near Janesville reopened after a morning cleanup of spilled animal byproducts. Milwaukee 250: Milwaukee is gearing up for America’s 250th with drone shows, fireworks and other events. State Parks Made Easier: Gov. Evers announced a DMV-DNR partnership letting residents order annual state park/forest passes when renewing vehicle registration. Legal Fight Over Federal Contracts: Wisconsin DOJ joined a multistate lawsuit challenging Trump administration changes to federal contractor terms tied to DEI restrictions. Madison Schools: MMSD is seeking state approval for a tiebreaking process in the Wisconsin Guarantee ranking system. Sports & Community: WIAA baseball state tournament runs June 15–18, and Packers mandatory minicamp photos continue to roll in.

Milwaukee Public Schools Electric Fleet: MPS will roll out 50 new electric buses this fall, with another 100 planned over the next three years, funded by federal pandemic relief and about $40 million in EPA grants—aimed at cutting costs and emissions and helping reduce childhood asthma. Severe Storm Damage Across SE Wisconsin: Thunderstorms battered Horicon and Lomira, with officials urging residents to avoid damaged downtown areas; power outages hit thousands statewide, including Alliant Energy reporting thousands without service. Beach Season Watch: Wisconsin DNR says most local beaches are open, but Big Bay Beach in Whitefish Bay briefly closed after E. coli spiked above standards before reopening the next day. Milwaukee PrideFest Breaks Record: PrideFest drew a record 24,167 people in a single day and 41,305 over three days, despite heavy rain Friday. State Budget Fight: A $1.8 billion special education and technical college deal backed by Gov. Tony Evers and GOP leaders failed to pass after budget analysis projected a deficit. UW-Madison Campus Life: Incoming students are getting a reality check on UW-Madison orientation from sophomores who say SOAR didn’t prepare them enough. Public Safety & Health: Wisconsin officials are monitoring the northward spread of New World screwworm, and tick activity remains high statewide.

Severe Weather: Tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings hit parts of southeast Wisconsin, including Fond du Lac County, with damaging winds, hail, and dangerous flying debris; power outages climbed into the tens of thousands as storms rolled through. Local Roads/Utilities: Verona reported multiple impassable streets after downed trees and powerlines, while WisDOT closed WIS 80 in Grant County due to a utility emergency. Public Health & Outdoors: Wisconsin DHS says tick activity is rising, driven by more young deer ticks that are harder to spot; the DNR also updated beach monitoring, with one Milwaukee-area beach briefly closing earlier this season for high E. coli. Agriculture & Food: Wisconsin cheesemakers are cashing in on the protein boom, producing record dry whey; meanwhile, Wisconsin experts are monitoring the northward spread of New World screwworm in livestock. Milwaukee Safety: Milwaukee City Attorney Evan Goyke says a crackdown on reckless driving has boosted conviction rates and reduced charge reductions. Politics: The Wisconsin Elections Commission denied Minocqua Brewing owner Kirk Bangstad ballot access over signature shortfalls, and Democrats renewed calls for state birth control protections. Sports/Entertainment: The Packers’ TV-rights fight is back in the spotlight as a Wisconsin lawmaker targets the Sports Broadcasting Act, while UW hockey named a new assistant coach.

Milwaukee Brewers: The Brewers and Athletics are tied 1-1 in their Las Vegas series after Milwaukee dropped a 7-5 game Tuesday; Henry Bolte hit his first MLB homer and Athletics power kept coming, while Brewers lefty Brian Fitzpatrick is seeking a second opinion on an elbow injury. Prospects: Milwaukee also reportedly agreed to a 7-year deal with outfielder Luis Lara, continuing its push to lock in young talent. Elections & ballot access: Minocqua Brewing Company owner Kirk Bangstad was denied ballot access for Wisconsin governor after falling short of required signatures. Public safety: A Silver Alert was issued for a missing Delavan man with short-term memory loss. Arts & culture: Summerfest and FuzzPop Workshop unveiled “Radiant Echoes,” a bigger, more immersive interactive installation returning for a third year. Statewide spotlight: Wisconsin tourism hit another record in 2025, topping $27B in economic impact and 117.9M visits. Weather watch: Severe storms and large hail are forecast for parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Brewers & Local Economy: Milwaukee’s tourism keeps setting records, with Milwaukee County hitting $4.431B in total economic impact in 2025 and Wisconsin topping $27B statewide—new numbers highlight jobs, tax revenue, and visitor growth. Business & Innovation: Seven small Wisconsin companies are splitting up to $675,000 in SBIR Advance grants to commercialize new ideas, part of a push to connect startups with customers and investors. Public Safety: A Montello man, Mark Steffen, died in a Monday UTV crash in Marquette County; investigators are still working to determine what happened. Immigration Detention: Attorneys for Milwaukee mosque president Salah Sarsour say his health is deteriorating in ICE custody, citing diabetes care and weight loss. Local Politics: Ald. Alex Brower’s plan to replace We Energies with a publicly owned utility is headed to a June 24 City Hall hearing. Weather Watch: Forecasters warn of a potentially significant severe storm threat Wednesday, with timing depending on morning conditions. Sports: The Brewers agreed to a seven-year extension with top prospect Luis Lara, and the team also unveiled plans for a new Truss Club and beer garden opening in 2027.

WIAA Softball: The state tournament begins Wednesday, June 10 at Goodman Diamond in Madison, with Central Wisconsin represented by six schools, including Marathon’s first-ever trip to state as it faces Mineral Point in the Division 3 bracket. Milwaukee Cold Case: A 1982 Milwaukee River mystery has been solved after decades, with DNA finally identifying the woman and bringing closure to her family. Public Safety & Community Tensions: After Sunday’s Fiesta Puerto Rico events, Milwaukee saw a debate over whether a street takeover was celebration or danger, with tickets, tows, and at least one arrest reported. Consumer Scam Warning: Wisconsin officials warn pet owners about missing-pet scams that demand upfront fees and use AI-made images to trick families. Brewers Baseball: Christian Yelich scored the winning run in the 12th as the Brewers beat the Athletics 15-14 in a homer-filled, 12-inning opener in Las Vegas. Weather Watch: Forecasters are tracking a severe storm threat for Wednesday and Thursday across northern Illinois and southeastern Wisconsin, with damaging winds, hail, and possible tornadoes.

MMSD Oversight: Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District commissioners approved an independent, third-party performance audit of wastewater operations after weeks of public scrutiny, with no MMSD management involved and an advisory committee overseeing the work. Local Government Accountability: The Wisconsin Center District board voted to terminate CEO Marty Brooks’ contract over alleged fund misuse, starting a 30-day contractual process. Schools & Policy: Madison-area UW La Follette grad students helped MMSD prepare for Act 42, the new statewide K-12 cell phone restriction law, with a proposed policy built around an all-day ban for K-8 and looser rules for high school. Transportation & Climate: Milwaukee Public Schools rolled out 50 electric school buses, aiming to cut emissions and stabilize costs amid rising diesel fuel expenses. Agriculture Update: Timely rains are helping some Wisconsin crops after a dry stretch, with farmers reporting improved corn and soybean conditions. Courts & Funding: Brown County says a judge shortage is forcing it to spend millions to cover a felony backlog, delaying trials and raising jail costs. Sports: The Badgers women’s basketball schedule is set for 2026-27, and the Big Ten released Wisconsin’s home/away matchups.

Child Care Funding: Wisconsin childcare providers are bracing for the end of the last “bridge” support that helped keep centers open and staff paid after federal stabilization funds; the loss hits providers who say it prevented a system collapse. UW System: The UW Board of Regents will consider a 2% resident undergraduate tuition increase for 2026-27, with officials calling it a measured move to cover rising costs while keeping UW affordable. Higher Ed Branding: UW-Stout Polytechnic in Menomonie officially gets its new name after regents approved the “polytechnic” designation. DNR Safety: New ATV/UTV rules took effect June 1, and the DNR is stepping up patrols as fatalities remain a concern. Milwaukee Pride: Thousands packed Walker’s Point for Milwaukee’s Pride Parade, celebrating LGBTQ+ community and unity. Brewers Baseball: Milwaukee swept the Rockies with a 12-4 win Sunday, and Monday’s series opener vs. the Athletics goes with Kyle Harrison on the mound. Politics in Wisconsin: President Trump walked out of an NBC “Meet the Press” interview after a heated exchange with Kristen Welker over election claims. Milwaukee Public Safety: Police responded to an apparent south-side street takeover near 13th and Mitchell; details on arrests or injuries weren’t immediately available.

Missing Persons: Milwaukee police are asking for help locating critically missing 39-year-old Jonathan D. Smith, last seen June 6 near N. Commerce Street, described as 5’9” and 220 pounds, wearing a tan shirt and camouflage shorts and carrying a Roku remote. Historic Places: Mitchell Park Domes in Milwaukee have been added to the Wisconsin Historical Society’s State Register of Historic Places. Politics: President Trump abruptly walked out of an NBC “Meet the Press” interview with Kristen Welker after she pressed him on election-fraud claims and his “anti-weaponization” fund, with the exchange turning into accusations of “crooked” media. Public Safety & Health: Wisconsin lawmakers approved extra funding to help clear a waitlist for job services for Wisconsinites with disabilities. Weather Alert: Forecasters warn of a severe storm outbreak Wednesday into Wednesday night, with tornadoes, damaging hail, and strong winds possible across parts of Wisconsin and the Upper Midwest. Sports: Jacob Misiorowski powered the Brewers to a 7-1 win over the Rockies, including a record-setting 103.7 mph pitch; the series continues Sunday in Denver.

Brewers’ Pitching Surge: Jacob Misiorowski lit up Coors Field with a record 103.7 mph pitch—the fastest by a starter since 2008—as Milwaukee beat the Rockies 7-1, with Brice Turang launching two of the Brewers’ five solo homers. Injury Moves: With Brian Fitzpatrick sidelined after a left UCL strain, the Brewers added reliever Joel Kuhnel from the Athletics for cash, while multiple other pitchers remain on the injured list. Milwaukee Baseball Event: American Family Field drew a sold-out crowd for Milwaukee’s first banana ball game, featuring the Party Animals vs. the Loco Beach Coconuts. Local Politics: Isaia Ben-Ami kicked off his bid for Madison’s 76th Assembly District seat, focusing on affordable housing and keeping the area’s progressive direction. Community & Sports: Wisconsin’s WIAA state tennis titles went to Brookfield East and Catholic Memorial doubles teams, and the American Family Championship at TPC Wisconsin saw Darren Clarke and Ben Crane take the early lead.