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Milwaukee flood reporting; victims experience long waits for 211
FOX 6 - Wisconsin
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MILWAUKEE - Some flood victims are stuck waiting to report damage to 211. Those reports are important to unlock possible federal money for Wisconsin. Flood reporting problems What they're saying: Treasures now trashed. Shinita McKindley's...
Milwaukee County Exec Crowley: Ahead of possible weekend storms, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley urges community safety and preparation
WisPolitics - Wisconsin
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August 15, 2025
MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and the Milwaukee County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) are sharing new information and urging the community to be prepared for potential rainstorms this weekend to help residents stay...
Milwaukee County bus attack; man accused said he was having "bad day"
FOX 6 - Wisconsin
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MILWAUKEE - A 23-year-old Milwaukee man is accused of attacking a 72-year-old Milwaukee Transit System (MCTS) bus driver while on a bus near Teutonia and Florist. The accused is Anthony Miller – and he faces the following criminal counts: Battery...
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WJFW - Wisconsin
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Milwaukee nonprofit that helps pet owners damaged by flooding
FOX 6 - Wisconsin
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A place that usually helps others needs help itself. Items like pet food, dog treats, and cat litter were damaged or destroyed by the recent flooding in southeastern Wisconsin. Now, the Milwaukee non-profit is trying to pick up the pieces to...
Milwaukee non-profit that helps pet owners damaged by flooding
FOX 6 - Wisconsin
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A place that usually helps others needs help itself. Items like pet food, dog treats, and cat litter were damaged or destroyed by the recent flooding in southeastern Wisconsin. Now, the Milwaukee non-profit is trying to pick up the pieces to...
Milwaukee Rep flood damage; sets, props costumes damaged by flood
FOX 6 - Wisconsin
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The Milwaukee Repertory Theater suffered damage from the recent historic floods. MILWAUKEE - The Milwaukee Repertory Theater is picking up the pieces after the historic flooding that hit southeast Wisconsin. What we know: The flood waters damaged...
Milwaukee man stranded in floodwaters; livestreams ordeal, goes viral
FOX 6 - Wisconsin
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A Milwaukee man has gone viral after his car was stuck on the highway in floodwater over the weekend. As water filled his Toyota, he climbed on top and started livestreaming. MILWAUKEE - A Milwaukee man has gone viral after his car was stuck on...
Milwaukee Brewers stun Cincinnati Reds, win 13th in a row, 10-8
FOX 6 - Wisconsin
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CINCINNATI, OHIO - AUGUST 15: Christian Yelich #22 of the Milwaukee Brewers celebrates his second solo home run of the game during the sixth inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on August 15, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio....
Milwaukee officials warn of weekend storms, share flood safety tips
WISN 12 - Wisconsin
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August 15, 2025
THANK YOU. WEATHERWATCH 12. NOW IT’S THE NEWS YOU DO NOT WANT TO HEAR MORE RAIN ON THE WAY. YEAH. MARK, YOU WANT TO BE CLEAR THOUGH FOR OUR VIEWERS, THIS IS NOT A REPEAT OF WHAT WE SAW LAST WEEKEND. A LOT OF PEOPLE WENT THROUGH A TRAUMATIC EVENT....
Milwaukee suburb advances plan for public market
Finance & Commerce - Minnesota
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August 15, 2025
The Blueprint Brookfield officials approve $19.5M incentives for public market. Market planned at former Boston Store site at Brookfield Square. Features include food and retail vendors, outdoor space and shops. Visit Brookfield to own and operate...
Milwaukee Rep and Next Act Theatre Hit By the Flood
Milwaukee Magazine - Wisconsin
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August 15, 2025
Photo courtesy of Milwaukee Rep The Rep was hit hardest, estimating more than $5 million in damages to its Tosa production center. Just weeks before their seasons begin, the Milwaukee Rep and Next Act Theatre were hit with last weekend’s record...
Wisconsin DNR encourages early registration for hunter education ahead of fall season
Madison Reporter - Wisconsin
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August 15, 2025
Mark Aquino Assistant Deputy Secretary | Wisconsin Department of Natural ResourcesMark Aquino Assistant Deputy Secretary | Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging those...
Wisconsin Election Commission issues new orders for Madison Clerk’s Office after ballot review
Madison Reporter - Wisconsin
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August 15, 2025
Satya Rhodes-Conway Mayor at City of Madison | Official website of City of MadisonSatya Rhodes-Conway Mayor at City of Madison | Official website of City of Madison The Wisconsin Election Commission has issued new orders to the City of Madison...
Wisconsin lawmakers seek to expand immunity protections for 911 dispatchers
The Star News - Wisconsin
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August 14, 2025
A bipartisan group of state lawmakers is trying to bring immunity protections to 911 dispatchers. A bill proposed in June would provide immunity protections for 911 call centers or dispatchers when they transfer calls to the suicide hotline. “My...
Wisconsin State Fair has plans to make it up to fairgoers who missed out in 2025
WISN 12 - Wisconsin
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August 15, 2025
Wisconsin State Fair has plans to make it up to fairgoers who missed out in 2025 2026 Wisconsin State Fair will run Thursday, Aug. 6 to Sunday, Aug. 16 Updated: 2:33 PM CDT Aug 15, 2025 Editorial Standards ⓘ The Wisconsin State Fair ended sooner...
Wisconsin Weekend in a Minute: Dine at the Zoo, Irish Fest, a block party, and more!
TMJ4 - Wisconsin
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August 15, 2025
Milwaukee Irish Fest Mark your calendars for Milwaukee's largest celebration of Celtic music and culture, Irish Fest! The festival is back at the Summerfest grounds, bringing a vibrant lineup of performances and activities. Admission to Irish Fest...
Water, peanut butter donation to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin
FOX 6 - Wisconsin
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Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin is getting help from Pick 'n Save and Metro Market stores. It comes after the recent flooding brought a hit to the amount of supplies. MILWAUKEE - Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin is getting help from Pick 'n...
Free coffee at Colectivo supports Milwaukee flood response efforts
WISN 12 - Wisconsin
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August 15, 2025
HAVE A GREAT NIGHT. THANKS. YOU TOO. AND A REMINDER, THE GEORGE WEBB FREE BURGER GIVEAWAY IS WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20TH FROM 2 TO 6 P.M. AT ALL OF THE SOUTHEAST WISCONSIN LOCATIONS. IF YOU’RE NOT ABLE TO MAKE IT ON WEDNESDAY, NO WORRIES. GEORGE WEBB...
‘We have no AC and no hot water’: Milwaukee County residents still cleaning up from weekend storm
Wisconsin Public Radio
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August 15, 2025
Eric Truss and his 4-year-old son used to love watching lightning storms from the front porch of their Wauwatosa home. That’s what they were doing Saturday night when storms rolled through southeast Wisconsin. “We used to love rain showers, up...