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Old Milwaukee middle school transformed into affordable housing
MILWAUKEE - An old school building on the north side of Milwaukee has been flipped into something far from the classroom. It's the finishing touches on a building you would think is a school, in fact, it was formerly Thomas A. Edison Middle School, but it is now a brand-new home for senior citizens.
Milwaukee's animal control center has 'insane' number of animals coming in
Milwaukee County’s animal control facility is seeing an “insane” number of animals entering and the crowding is leading to the animals' behavior deteriorating due to stress. The Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission, or MADACC, is housing 274 animals, mainly cats and dogs, almost double what its...
Gov. Evers issues state of emergency for RNC to free up security resources
MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WBAY) - Governor Tony Evers issued a state of emergency this week regarding the Republican National Convention. The city of Milwaukee is hosting the RNC at Fiserv Forum beginning from July 15 through July 18. In the state of emergency, Governor Evers says the Department of Homeland Security has designated the RNC as a national special security event.
Milwaukee alderman pushes to close loophole that keeps unlicensed drivers on the road
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- A Milwaukee alderman is pushing to close a loophole he says is keeping unlicensed drivers on our roads. During a Public Safety and Health Committee meeting on Friday, May 31, the Milwaukee Police Department explained that the first time a person is caught driving without a license, they're cited, but if they don't pay that fine, their non-existent license is suspended.
Milwaukee School Board could fire superintendent Keith Posley on Monday
Milwaukee School Board members could fire Superintendent Keith Posley or take other disciplinary action against him at a meeting Monday night, according to a meeting notice updated Friday evening, days after board members found out MPS had failed to submit key financial reports to state officials. According to the meeting notice, board...
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker Heads to Milwaukee with Stark Warning for Democrats at Wisconsin Convention
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is slated to ratchet up the Democratic rhetoric as he heads to Wisconsin to deliver the keynote address at the state's Democratic convention in Milwaukee on June 8th. Looking to reinforce his political prowess while simultaneously sounding the alarm on the repercussions of a potential Trump comeback, Pritzker will take the stage with a warning about threats to "fundamental freedoms" in the nation, the Chicago Sun-Times reported.
First Lady Jill Biden set to visit Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - First Lady Jill Biden is set to visit Wisconsin on Friday, the White House announced. First Lady Biden is expected to arrive around 5:15 p.m. to the Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport. She will then head over to Festa Italiana in Milwaukee and speak around 6:15 p.m....
Free Fishing Weekend in Wisconsin, clinics held statewide
MILWAUKEE - It's "Free Fishing Weekend" in Wisconsin, which means anyone can cast a line without a license on Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2. Keep in mind: Normal fishing regulations and rules still apply. There were several fishing clinics held statewide, including at Lakeshore State Park in Milwaukee.
West Allis Food Truck Fridays; free event starts June 7
WEST ALLIS, Wis. - The city of West Allis announced a Food Truck Fridays event on Thursday, May 30. Food Truck Fridays are scheduled for eight Fridays in the summer at the West Allis Farmers Market near 65th and National, according to the event organizers. All events are held from 5 to 8 p.m., and admission is free.
Milwaukee's Lake Drive is getting protected bike lanes. That has some homeowners angry
A long stretch of Milwaukee's North Lake Drive will be getting protected bike lanes − over the objections of some of the street's homeowners. The bike lanes, to be separated from car lanes with 2-inch high, 8-inch wide curbs, will be built as part of the reconstruction of Lake Drive between East Edgewood...
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