Milwaukee woman pursues pilot dream to honor father’s aviation career

A Milwaukee County STEM teacher inspired by her late father is pursuing a career as a pilot, training in Wisconsin and preparing for acceptance into a competitive aviation academy.

Man charged in Oak Creek homicide
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A 29-year-old Milwaukee man has been charged in a December Oak Creek homicide, but police say the case remains open as investigators believe at least one other person was involved in the shooting.

Milwaukee armed robbery; police investigate Capitol Drive incident

Milwaukee police are investigating an armed robbery reported on Tuesday, Jan. 28, near 27th and Capitol, where a suspect implied a weapon, took money and fled the scene.

American Red Cross Milwaukee volunteer workforce pushed to its limits

The volunteers of the American Red Cross of Wisconsin have been a busy crew for the start of 2026. That team has been dispatched to more than 20 fires in January, helping more than 100 people.

Shorewood beach trespassing case; man found guilty, fined $313

A Shorewood municipal judge found a man guilty of trespassing for walking along the Lake Michigan shoreline, past signs that marked private property.

Ascension Wisconsin expanding its 'Dispensary of Hope' program

Ascension Wisconsin held a ribbon-cutting celebration at Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital – Franklin on Wednesday, Jan. 28 to mark the expansion of the “Dispensary of Hope" program to this location.

Violins of Hope residency concludes in Milwaukee with farewell event

Milwaukee marked the end of the Violins of Hope residency after months of performances using Holocaust-surviving instruments, as the Hoan Bridge glowed yellow in remembrance on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Tuesday, Jan. 27.

Violins of Hope residency concludes in Milwaukee with farewell event
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The Violins of Hope residency concluded in Milwaukee after months of performances honoring Holocaust survivors and stories of resilience.

Milwaukee police chase policy changes take effect Feb. 6; what to know

Milwaukee police will tighten pursuit rules come Feb. 6 after nine people died in chase-related crashes in 2025, though some families and officials doubt the changes will save lives.

MPD changes high-speed chase policy
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Milwaukee police will tighten pursuit rules come Feb. 6 after nine people died in chase-related crashes in 2025, though some families and officials doubt the changes will save lives.

Milwaukee coffee shop targeted again as burglars return overnight

Fruition MKE, a Milwaukee neighborhood coffee shop, was targeted again overnight after a burglary last week, though suspects failed to get inside as nearby businesses report similar incidents.

Milwaukee coffee shop targeted again
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Fruition MKE, a Milwaukee neighborhood coffee shop, was targeted again overnight after a burglary last week, though suspects failed to get inside as nearby businesses report similar incidents.

Portion of 27th Street to close Feb. 2 for larger I-94 project
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As part of the I-94 East-West Freeway Project, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation is scheduled to begin closures on Feb. 2 to facilitate the reconstruction of the 27th Street bridge.

No heat, no response: Milwaukee tenants raise alarms about landlord

Milwaukee tenants reported being left without heat as city officials warned of tenant rights, with multiple complaints tied to Berrada Properties and growing eviction concerns.

Child sex crime sting, Milwaukee men charged after undercover effort

An undercover child sex crime sting last week led to the arrests of three Milwaukee men, each of whom is now criminally charged.

I-94 East-West Freeway Project; portion of 27th Street to close Feb. 2

As part of the I-94 East-West Freeway Project, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation is scheduled to begin closures on Feb. 2 to facilitate the reconstruction of the 27th Street bridge.

Ribbon-cutting celebration at Plant Joy Deli in Wauwatosa

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley on Tuesday, Jan. 27 celebrated the ribbon cutting of a new small business, Plant Joy Deli.