New Starbucks policy: No purchase needed to sit in cafes
NEW YORK — Starbucks announced a new policy Saturday that allows anyone to sit in its cafes or use its restrooms, even if they don't buy anything.The new policy comes five weeks after two black men who hadn't bought anything were arrested at a Philadelphia Starbucks.Company executives have said its previous policies were loose and ambiguous, leaving decisions on whether people could sit in its stores or use the restroom up to store managers.Starbucks said it has told workers to consider anyone who walks into its stores a customer, "regardless of whether they make a purchase."The company said anyone can use its cafes, patios or restrooms without buying anything, but it noted workers should still call the police if someone is a safety threat."We are committed to creating a culture of warmth and belonging where everyone is welcome," Starbucks said in a statement.The two men who were arrested April 12 in Philadelphia were awaiting a third person for a meeting.
NEW YORK — Starbucks announced a new policy Saturday that allows anyone to sit in its cafes or use its restrooms, even if they don't buy anything.The new policy comes five weeks after two black men who hadn't bought anything were arrested at a Philadelphia Starbucks.Company executives have said its previous policies were loose and ambiguous, leaving decisions on whether people could sit in its stores or use the restroom up to store managers.Starbucks said it has told workers to consider anyone who walks into its stores a customer, "regardless of whether they make a purchase."The company said anyone can use its cafes, patios or restrooms without buying anything, but it noted workers should still call the police if someone is a safety threat."We are committed to creating a culture of warmth and belonging where everyone is welcome," Starbucks said in a statement.The two men who were arrested April 12 in Philadelphia were awaiting a third person for a meeting.
Motorcyclists take part in 15th annual Support the Troops Ride on Armed Forces Day
MILWAUKEE -- On Saturday, May 19, bikers participated in the 15th Annual Support the Troops Ride.The event began at 9 a.m. with registration and a complimentary pancake and sausage breakfast at the Iron Town Harley-Davidson in New Berlin.
MILWAUKEE -- On Saturday, May 19, bikers participated in the 15th Annual Support the Troops Ride.The event began at 9 a.m. with registration and a complimentary pancake and sausage breakfast at the Iron Town Harley-Davidson in New Berlin.
Milwaukee police respond to shooting near 69th & Florist
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police responded to a shooting earlier Saturday morning, May 19.It happened around 7 a.m. near the area of 69th and Florist Avenue.According to police, a man suffered a gunshot wound to the leg.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police responded to a shooting earlier Saturday morning, May 19.It happened around 7 a.m. near the area of 69th and Florist Avenue.According to police, a man suffered a gunshot wound to the leg.
Milwaukee police: Man, 18, shot during dispute near 46th & Glendale
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating after a man was shot Friday night, May 18.It happened around 6:30 p.m. near the area of 46th and Glendale Avenue.According to police, an 18-year-old man was involved in a dispute when multiple gunshots were fired at the victim.The Milwaukee Fire Department treated the victim on the scene and took him to the hospital.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating after a man was shot Friday night, May 18.It happened around 6:30 p.m. near the area of 46th and Glendale Avenue.According to police, an 18-year-old man was involved in a dispute when multiple gunshots were fired at the victim.The Milwaukee Fire Department treated the victim on the scene and took him to the hospital.
'I heard shots, I heard screams:' Man fatally shot at apartment building near 38th & Good Hope
MILWAUKEE -- While a morning of gunfire rocks people from Texas to Milwaukee on Friday, May 18 -- locals say they are fed up and saddened by all of the violence.
MILWAUKEE -- While a morning of gunfire rocks people from Texas to Milwaukee on Friday, May 18 -- locals say they are fed up and saddened by all of the violence.
Multiple homes struck by gunfire on Milwaukee's south side; 'It really frightened me'
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee children in danger from gunfire.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee children in danger from gunfire.
'13 Reasons Why' premiere canceled after Texas shooting
LOS ANGELES — Netflix has canceled the premiere party for its second season of the teen drama "13 Reasons Why" because of a school shooting near Houston.The streaming service announced the cancellation hours before the scheduled premiere and red carpet event, citing the Friday morning shooting at Santa Fe High School that left 10 people dead.Despite the cancelled premiere, the entire Season 2 is available on Netflix.The first season of "13 Reasons Why" drew criticism for its graphic depiction of a teenager's suicide.
LOS ANGELES — Netflix has canceled the premiere party for its second season of the teen drama "13 Reasons Why" because of a school shooting near Houston.The streaming service announced the cancellation hours before the scheduled premiere and red carpet event, citing the Friday morning shooting at Santa Fe High School that left 10 people dead.Despite the cancelled premiere, the entire Season 2 is available on Netflix.The first season of "13 Reasons Why" drew criticism for its graphic depiction of a teenager's suicide.
First responders, nurse save woman's life at Mitchell International Airport
MILWAUKEE -- First responders and a citizen who identified herself as a nurse helped save the life of a 67-year-old Scottsdale, Arizona woman at Mitchell International Airport on Thursday, May 17.Deputies with the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office responded to a call around 7 p.m. about an unresponsive female at the baggage drive of the airport.
MILWAUKEE -- First responders and a citizen who identified herself as a nurse helped save the life of a 67-year-old Scottsdale, Arizona woman at Mitchell International Airport on Thursday, May 17.Deputies with the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office responded to a call around 7 p.m. about an unresponsive female at the baggage drive of the airport.
Milwaukee police: Woman hurt in crash at 77th & Capitol Dr.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police responded to the scene of a crash near 77th and Capitol Dr.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police responded to the scene of a crash near 77th and Capitol Dr.
Driver taken into custody after leading police on pursuit with infant in vehicle
MILWAUKEE -- One person was taken into custody Thursday night, May 17 after leading Milwaukee police on a pursuit with an infant in the vehicle.It began around 9:10 p.m. after officers attempted to stop a vehicle that was suspected of being involved in a crime.
MILWAUKEE -- One person was taken into custody Thursday night, May 17 after leading Milwaukee police on a pursuit with an infant in the vehicle.It began around 9:10 p.m. after officers attempted to stop a vehicle that was suspected of being involved in a crime.
Milwaukee police: 3 teens shot during fight near 48th and Hampton
MILWAUKEE -- Three teens, ages 15, 16, and 18 were shot during a fight near 48th and Hampton Thursday, May 17.It happened around 4:30 p.m.According to the Milwaukee Police Department, the male teens suffered non-life threatening injuries.PHOTO GALLERYMilwaukee police say this is an ongoing investigation and they continue to seek suspects.
MILWAUKEE -- Three teens, ages 15, 16, and 18 were shot during a fight near 48th and Hampton Thursday, May 17.It happened around 4:30 p.m.According to the Milwaukee Police Department, the male teens suffered non-life threatening injuries.PHOTO GALLERYMilwaukee police say this is an ongoing investigation and they continue to seek suspects.
2 charged after fatal triple shooting during alleged drug transaction; suspect said victim 'fired first'
MILWAUKEE -- Two men are facing felony murder charges in connection with the shooting death of Alfonzie Cockroft, who died during an alleged drug transaction on May 12 near Palmetto and Grantosa in Milwaukee.Larry Benford, 20, of Milwaukee faces one count of felony murder, and one count of felony bail jumping.Deshawn Moore, 20, of Milwaukee faces one count of felony murder.According to a criminal complaint, police on May 12 were dispatched to the scene of a shooting near Palmetto and Grantosa.
MILWAUKEE -- Two men are facing felony murder charges in connection with the shooting death of Alfonzie Cockroft, who died during an alleged drug transaction on May 12 near Palmetto and Grantosa in Milwaukee.Larry Benford, 20, of Milwaukee faces one count of felony murder, and one count of felony bail jumping.Deshawn Moore, 20, of Milwaukee faces one count of felony murder.According to a criminal complaint, police on May 12 were dispatched to the scene of a shooting near Palmetto and Grantosa.
5 months in HOC for man accused of driving drunk, hitting parked cars, nearly striking light poles
MILWAUKEE -- A West Allis man, fired from the Milwaukee Police Department, accused of driving drunk and then striking two vehicles in West Allis last November has been sentenced.Brian Petersen, 47, of West Allis, on Thursday, May 17, pleaded guilty to one count of OWI, third offense, and one count of hit-and-run -- both misdemeanor charges.He was then sentenced to serve five months in the House of Correction, with credit for 39 days time served -- with Huber release, and 18 months probation.
MILWAUKEE -- A West Allis man, fired from the Milwaukee Police Department, accused of driving drunk and then striking two vehicles in West Allis last November has been sentenced.Brian Petersen, 47, of West Allis, on Thursday, May 17, pleaded guilty to one count of OWI, third offense, and one count of hit-and-run -- both misdemeanor charges.He was then sentenced to serve five months in the House of Correction, with credit for 39 days time served -- with Huber release, and 18 months probation.
4 years in prison for man convicted of 2nd OWI after crash that killed his passenger
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee man has been sentenced to prison after a drunk driving crash last July that killed his passenger.
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee man has been sentenced to prison after a drunk driving crash last July that killed his passenger.
Search warrant executed: Law enforcement arrests Racine man, confiscates drug paraphernalia
RACINE -- A 22-year-old Racine man is in custody after agents from the Racine County Metro Drug Unit, the Racine County Sheriff’s Office S.W.A.T and K-9 officer executed a search warrant at a home near N.
RACINE -- A 22-year-old Racine man is in custody after agents from the Racine County Metro Drug Unit, the Racine County Sheriff’s Office S.W.A.T and K-9 officer executed a search warrant at a home near N.
'I am with you always:' Trinity Lutheran officials release photo showing damage inside church after fire
MILWAUKEE -- Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church officials on Thursday, May 17 released a photo showing some of the damage to the interior of the church after Tuesday's massive, four-alarm fire.In an update on Wednesday, fire officials said the blaze caused an estimated $17 million in damage to the historic church -- $13 million to the building itself and another $4 million to the contents within the building.Milwaukee Fire Chief Mark Rohlfing said the fire started on the roof, which was under construction.
MILWAUKEE -- Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church officials on Thursday, May 17 released a photo showing some of the damage to the interior of the church after Tuesday's massive, four-alarm fire.In an update on Wednesday, fire officials said the blaze caused an estimated $17 million in damage to the historic church -- $13 million to the building itself and another $4 million to the contents within the building.Milwaukee Fire Chief Mark Rohlfing said the fire started on the roof, which was under construction.
Police: Woman, 25, dies after shooting near 11th and Keefe in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say the woman who was shot near 11th and Keefe on May 14 died from her injuries on May 16.The victim has been identified as 25-year-old Marquita Walker.MPD continues to seek a motive and search for suspect(s).
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say the woman who was shot near 11th and Keefe on May 14 died from her injuries on May 16.The victim has been identified as 25-year-old Marquita Walker.MPD continues to seek a motive and search for suspect(s).
