Milwaukee streetlight outages, contractors 'unable to take on more work'

Milwaukee's Department of Public Works calls for a major detour to its plan to replace the city's aging streetlight infrastructure, but the new plan could actually mean brighter lights for more streets.

Sherman and Burleigh shooting; Milwaukee police seek shooter

A 34-year-old person was shot and wounded near Sherman and Burleigh in Milwaukee on Thursday afternoon, Sept. 7.

Potawatomi Casino Hotel renovations revealed; new gaming, restaurant

Potawatomi Casino Hotel revealed a first look at renovations going on at the casino. It includes two new gaming areas, 300 new slot machines, a new bar, and a restaurant.

Lake Michigan water project; Waukesha celebrates its completion
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Waukesha Mayor Shawn Reilly, officials, and regional partners celebrate the completion of a project to deliver a safe and sustainable supply of Lake Michigan water from Milwaukee to Waukesha Water Utility customers.

Walker's Point homicide, Milwaukee 16-year-old accused

A 16-year-old Milwaukee boy is charged with first-degree reckless homicide for an Aug. 20 Walkers' Point shooting near 16th and Bruce.

The Bubbler September 7, 2023
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Milwaukee shooting, 14th and Atkinson, 1 hurt

Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that occurred on Wednesday, Sept. 6 near 14th and Atkinson. It happened around 11:45 p.m.

Milwaukee installing new speed humps to combat reckless driving

Milwaukee will soon install more than 50 speed humps as part of an effort to reduce reckless driving. The city plans to finish construction by Nov. 18.

Milwaukee adding 50+ speed humps
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Milwaukee will install more than 50 speed humps as part of an effort to reduce reckless driving.

Milwaukee apartment evacuated, 26th and Wells, 'it's an eyesore'

Tenants at Milwaukee's Sohi Lofts at 26th and Wells were evacuated Wednesday, and city officials said issues at the complex date back to 2021.

Washington Park fatal shooting, Milwaukee man pleads not guilty

A Milwaukee man accused of shooting and killing a man at Washington Park pleaded not guilty Wednesday, Sept. 6 and was bound over for trial.

Marcus Center parking garage, Milwaukee seeks development proposals

Milwaukee leaders want to redevelop the current Marcus Center parking structure downtown – and requested proposals from the public Wednesday.

The Bubbler September 6, 2023
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Get the scoop on what's happening in the Milwaukee area. The Bubbler September 6, 2023

Pedestrian dies; struck by motorist at 6th and Lapham in Milwaukee

Police say an 80-year-old woman who was struck by a motorist at 6th and Lapham in Milwaukee has died from her injuries.

Jim Dreyer's Lake Michigan swim ends day later

A day after Jim Dreyer set out to swim across Lake Michigan, he returned to shore on Tuesday night.

Brewers beat Pirates, Woodruff pitches 7 scoreless innings

Brandon Woodruff pitched seven shutout innings and Mark Canha’s two-run single capped a six-run fifth inning as the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-3 on Tuesday night.

Jim Dreyer's Lake Michigan swim ends
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A day after Jim Dreyer set out to swim across Lake Michigan, he returned to shore on Tuesday night.

Humboldt Park war memorial repair underway: 'It's special'

The World War I memorial in Milwaukee's Humboldt Park, which has stood since 1921, is under repair thanks to a local nonprofit and veteran mason.

Former MPD Officer Mattioli trial, Acevedo family continues to wait

Former Milwaukee Police Officer Michael Mattioli, accused of killing Joel Acevedo while off duty, was in court Tuesday for a status hearing.