Port Washington data center designs approved for $8B development
Port Washington officials approved designs to develop an $8 billion data center. The mayor said it aims to sustain the environment. Not everyone is convinced.
Port Washington data center development agreement approved
The Port Washington Common Council on Tuesday voted to approve a development agreement with Vantage Data Centers, advancing the project.
Tall Ships America dock in Port Washington; deck tours, ticketed sails
Tall Ships America brings three vessels to Port Washington from July 24 to July 28, offering locals and visitors a chance to step aboard and even set sail on some of America’s most storied ships.
Ozaukee County Jail inmate death ruled accidental drug overdose
An investigation into 36-year-old Nelson J. Torres Morales's death at the Ozaukee County Jail in 2024 found no evidence of negligence or wrongdoing.
Port Washington peregrine falcon nest box; 1st eggs mark new chapter
Two new falcons at the We Energies Port Washington Generating Station have laid their first eggs, marking the start of a new chapter for the nest box.
Port Washington-Saukville School District deficit; teacher cuts coming
In the Port Washington-Saukville School District, voters just approved a nearly $60 million referendum, but it is facing the reality of a $1.2 million deficit and teaching personnel cuts.
Child porn possession, West Bend child care worker charged
A West Bend child care center employee was charged in Ozaukee County with possession of child pornography after a tip led to an investigation in March.
Pump failure at Port Washington senior living complex; smoke in building
The Port Washington Fire Department was dispatched to a senior living complex on Thursday night, March 27 for a reported fire alarm activation.
Port Washington data center project; city, town approves annexation agreement
Port Washington city and town leaders agreed on a deal that would annex 1,900 acres of the town to pave the way for a massive new data center.
Port Washington hotel fire; sprinkler system minimizes damage
Port Washington firefighters were dispatched to the Harborview Hotel on E. Grand Avenue on Sunday evening, Jan. 12.
Port Washington data center project; idea explored
The Port Washington Common Council discussed a potential development project that would require the annexation of land on Tuesday, Jan. 7.
Port Washington data center project; first meeting held
For the first time, Port Washington leaders discussed what one company wants to build on the city's north side on Tuesday night, Jan. 7.
Port Washington crash, Flight for Life called; 3 seriously injured
Three people were seriously injured in a two-vehicle, head-on collision in Port Washiongton on Friday night, Dec. 20.
Whooping cough in Wisconsin; cases much higher than previous years
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services said there have been more than 1,730 confirmed cases.
Ozaukee County 1959 cold case; Chester Breiney's remains laid to rest
The Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office revealed on Friday, Nov. 15, more information about how investigators solved a 1959 cold case through genetic genealogy.
Ozaukee County 1959 cold case; genetic genealogy aids investigation
The Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office revealed on Friday, Nov. 8 that investigators have solved a 1959 cold case involving the death of a 7-year-old boy found in a Mequon culvert.
Port Washington water main break floods construction site
A water main break created a big mess at Port Washington's Water Treatment Plant on Friday afternoon. It happened at a construction site.
Port Washington north breakwater lighthouse repairs; $2.2M grant awarded
Port Washington officials has been awarded a $2,231,900 grant from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the preservation of the historic north breakwater lighthouse.
Port Washington crash into Harborview Hotel; driver cited
A Port Washington man was cited for failing to control his vehicle after crashing into The Harborview Hotel early Wednesday, Aug. 28.