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Small Wisconsin school district to dissolve after voters reject referendum

(The Center Square) – The Hustisford School District, in eastern Wisconsin, is going away. Wisconsin’s School District Boundary Appeal Board on voted to dissolve the district. It is the first time since 1990 board agreed to close a school district. Hustisford has just 238 students in the entire district and has been losing students for years. The school district asked voters for a $4 million referendum in April, but it failed. Quickly after the election, Hustisford Schools then began the process of shutting down. The vote was the final step. Wisconsin's state superintendent blamed a lack of money, and how the entire state of Wisconsin pays for schools for the shutdown. "The Hustisford School District is a casualty of decades of an antiquated, broken school funding formula that has failed to keep pace with the costs of educating our children," State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly said in a statement. But Hustisford Schools were spending about the state's average per student. Budget numbers show Hustisford's budget was more than $6 million per year and show that the school spends about $22,000 per student. That's more than Wisconsin's state average of nearly $18,000 per student. Hustisford is in rural Dodge County, and

Hustisford, WI · 4d

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Over 350 vehicles impounded for reckless driving by city of Milwaukee in first year of new ordinance

More than 350 vehicles involved in reckless driving offenses have been impounded in Milwaukee in the first year of a measure to crack down on the problem. Last year, a state law allowed local communities to pass ordinances to let police impound vehicles used in a reckless driving offense. It allows for the vehicle to be impounded when the driver is cited or arrested.

Milwaukee, WI · 17h
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Former TJ Hale workers owed $1.1 million after abrupt closure, state says

The state says workers at former Menomonee Falls manufacturer TJ Hale are owed $1.1 million, but none has been recovered. Tom Knight is among those still waiting to see if workers will get paid.

Menomonee Falls, WI · 4h

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How Wisconsin shaped a horror legend

Robert Bloch was a familiar name to me. I had read some of his horror stories, I knew he was the author of “Psycho,” and I’d seen the Alfred Hitchcock movie based on it. But one thing I didn’t know until last month: Bloch, legendary author of horror, fantasy and science fiction books, and screenplays — including episodes of the original Star Trek series — lived and worked in Wisconsin for much of his life.

Wisconsin · 6h
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Pavement repairs scheduled for the City of Hartford

Pavement repairs at the intersection of Highway 60 and Main Street are scheduled to begin at 5 a.m. on Monday, November 16 in the City of Hartford. During construction, Main Street will be closed to southbound traffic at Highway 83 and Johnson Street, and will be closed to northbound traffic at Kossuth Street, according to Hartford City Engineer Chris Walter.

Hartford, WI · 12h

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David Crowley DODGES Questions on Why He Hid $4.56 Million Budget Error But Admits He Knew

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley admitted that he knew about a $4.56 million budget error BEFORE the election, but he gave a rambling and unclear response for why he didn’t tell voters or the Milwaukee County Board until the day after the election. Crowley, the new governor-elect and a...

Milwaukee County, WI · 3d

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Former ‘Radio Milwaukee’ Director Disclosed Arrests Before Resigning.

Former Milwaukee Board of School Directors adult alternative “Radio Milwaukee” WYMS (88.9) Executive Director Jordan Lee disclosed two arrests to the station’s board while he was still employed by the organization, but board members said they didn’t learn the specific allegations against him until prosecutors filed criminal charges in August, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Milwaukee, WI · 9h

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Milwaukee's 28th Holiday Lights Festival Lights Up Nov. 19 With Fireworks, Free Cocoa

Downtown Milwaukee flips the switch on its holiday season next Thursday, with the 28th annual Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival kicking off at Pere Marquette Park. The six-week celebration begins Nov. 19 with fireworks, free cocoa and cookies, and appearances from Santa and Mrs. Claus, setting the tone for a season of lit-up parks and decorated blocks stretching into the new year.

Milwaukee, WI · 7h

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Milwaukee’s Homeless: Against All Odds

Woman in a yellow hoodie living unhoused in Milwaukee (2026). Milwaukee’s Rescue Mission serves between 700 and 800 meals a day to people whose lives have spiraled out of control. The food helps homeless people who live in grimy alleys, public parks, or crawlspaces beneath the freeways. Alcoholism, drug abuse, and untreated mental illness are some of the factors that contribute to living on the streets.

Milwaukee, WI · 1d

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Washington County expands investment in Heritage Trails

Washington County is moving forward with the next phase of investment in Heritage Trails County Park, following the successful completion of the Heritage Trails Mountain Bike Trail Pass Pilot Program. The voluntary trail pass program generated approximately $28,600 in revenue, providing a dedicated funding source for trail improvements while helping...

Washington County, WI · 1d

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SoLu Estate’s Reindeer Village Returns Nov. 14–15

Sheboygan News / SoLu Estate’s Reindeer Village Returns Nov. 14–15 Families can plan a visit to Reindeer Village at SoLu Estate on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 14–15. The event is at W8269 County Road F in Cascade, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, with different closing times each day.

Cascade, WI · 1d

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This West Side neighborhood had the ward with the highest voter turnout in Milwaukee

The risk of getting caught in bad weather or long lines didn’t deter voters in one West Side Milwaukee neighborhood last week. In Enderis Park, some evening voters had to wait in the rain in lines that snaked out of the polling site for 45 minutes to an hour, according to Lisa Sink, a poll observer at Enderis Park Playground, 2938 N. 72nd St.

Milwaukee, WI · 1d

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Riverwest food table complaints over rats, city plans to inspect site

MILWAUKEE - A garden and free food table in Riverwest were created to lend a hand in the community. But some say they are attracting more than the people they want to help. They say rodents have become a big problem there. The location sits just off Bremen and Clarke, between a bar and convenience store. People in the neighborhood say the free food table might not be the source of a rat problem, but it is not helping.

Milwaukee, WI · 1d

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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Milwaukee is overdue for snow, according to historical averages

Milwaukee is overdue for its first snow, according to historical averages. Milwaukee, on average, sees its first snow on Nov. 2, the Journal Sentinel reported . Madison is also overdue with its average first snowfall coming Oct. 27. Milwaukee is very likely to see its first snow this month. The Farmers' Almanac and Old Farmer's Almanac both suggest snow could be around during Thanksgiving week. A first snowfall arriving in December isn't common. The record for the latest snow of all time is Dec. 5. It likely won't be the snowiest winter for Milwaukee this year. A historically strong El Niño is possible, and that has brought below average amounts of snow in previous winters. That doesn’t mean no snow will fall. Andrew Quigley, a National Weather Service meteorologist, previously told the Journal Sentinel that an El Niño is an overall weather pattern that will impact the season. But localized, day-by-day weather could buck the overall trend. During the strong El Niño in the winter of 1997-98, the city saw 9.1 fewer inches of snow than average. Yet Jan. 9, 1998, it snowed 11.6 inches. Here are the first measurable snowfalls during past years. More: Hales Corners hires new plow

Milwaukee, WI · 1d

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In Sheboygan County, manufacturers and municipalities grow together

Local news about the companies, people and issues that impact business in Northeast Wisconsin and beyond. When it comes to growth in Sheboygan County, you don’t need to look far to see things moving forward. Multiple sectors are experiencing growth simultaneously as top employers expand and municipal officials work with them on creating more housing to accommodate the workers they need.

Sheboygan County, WI · 1d

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Potawatomi looks to expand Milwaukee data center

A small Milwaukee data center could be expanding – despite a recently enacted temporary moratorium on new data centers within the city. Forest County Potawatomi Community and Data Holdings, a tribal-owned business, are seeking Common Council permission to expand the data center, 3234 W. State St. That’s according to...

Milwaukee, WI · 1d

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Stars and Stripes Honor Flight expands eligibility to more Wisconsin veterans

MILWAUKEE— More Wisconsin veterans will soon have the opportunity to visit Washington, D.C., through Stars and Stripes Honor Flight. The organization is expanding eligibility to include veterans who served during the Cold War and Desert Storm. Applications are now open, but those veterans are not expected to fly until next year.

Wisconsin · 1d

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David Crowley lays out Wisconsin Governor transition plan

One week after winning the Wisconsin governor’s race, Governor-elect David Crowley says his attention has already shifted from campaigning to building an administration that can “hit the ground running” in January. Crowley joined Point Taken to discuss his transition from Milwaukee County executive to governor, assembling a...

Wisconsin · 9h

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Waukesha hemp businesses face uncertainty as federal hemp ban approach

From gummies and sleep aids to beverages and topical products, Wisconsin businesses that sell hemp-derived THC products are preparing for major federal changes that could affect what they are allowed to keep on their shelves.

Waukesha, WI · 1d

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Milwaukee’s Holiday Musical Wonderland

The seasonal decorations are up and the lights sparkling as the holiday season begins. Peace on earth, goodwill to all. Music helps lift the spirits and renew one’s strength. There are many musical offerings to share with family and friends. Here are just a few. Consider celebrating on Friday,...

Milwaukee, WI · 1d