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West Allis homicide: Men taken into custody for 2023 shooting
WEST ALLIS, Wis. - Two men charged in connection to a 2023 West Allis homicide have been taken into custody weeks after warrants were issued for their arrests. Prosecutors accuse 25-year-old Alexzander Schlieve of first-degree reckless homicide and possession of a firearm by a felon. Dawson Kurer, 25, is charged with harboring/aiding a felon. Both men are next due in court in April.
Milwaukee father says stray bullet struck 6-year-old son
MILWAUKEE — The father of a 6-year-old boy shot in Milwaukee late Tuesday night says a stray bullet hit his son. The man, who wouldn't share his name with WISN 12 News, said his son was inside their home near 38th Street and Villard Avenue playing video games when a bullet traveled from outside, through his home and struck the boy in his leg.
MPS principal abused student for having gay parents, threatened to kill first grader, federal lawsuit alleges
A federal civil rights lawsuit has been filed accusing a Milwaukee Public Schools principal of abusing a first grader for having gay parents. The lawsuit was filed March 22 in the Eastern District of Wisconsin. According to a complaint from the attorney of the student's parents, assistant principal Kasongo Kalumbula told the student his parents would "burn in hell," and at one point, threatened to kill the student if he told anyone about the abuse. ...
Milwaukee boy shot, mother makes plea to end violence
MILWAUKEE - A 6-year-old Milwaukee boy is recovering at home after being shot in the leg on the city's north side on Tuesday evening, March 26. The shooting happened just after 9 p.m. near 38th and Rohr. His mom said it happened while they were getting ready for bed. They’re...
BoDeans are suing co-founder and former band member Sam Llanas over separation agreement
The BoDeans, one of the most popular bands to come out of the Milwaukee area, is suing co-founder and former member Sam Llanas for allegedly violating their separation agreement − including falsely marketing his performances as BoDeans shows. Llanas was compensated when he left the BoDeans more than a...
'Gospel Easter Bash' returns to Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE — A Milwaukee tradition lives on this Easter. New Pitts Mortuary is hosting its annual "Gospel Easter Bash" at Abundant Faith Church of Integrity. One of the hosts, Michelle Pitts Luckett, says there will be a brunch and concert, "The largest soul food buffet in Milwaukee." Pitts Luckett...
100 defunct Milwaukee bars: How many did you visit?
Cheers! It's Bar Month at OnMilwaukee – so get ready to drink up more bar articles, imbibable stories and cocktailing content, brought to you by Potawatomi Casino Hotel and Miller Lite. Thirsty for more? To find even more bar content, click here!. Milwaukee is and always has been a...
Here's a guide to Milwaukee's Bay View neighborhood
Bay View is a lively neighborhood on the southeastern side of city. It's known for its bustling Kinnickinnic Avenue, lush green parks and community-driven events. Before the neighborhood joined the city, it was a company town. Bay View's iron mill skyrocketed Milwaukee's industry growth. As a result, Bay View became a popular starting point for European immigrants.
Petunia, an 8-month-old puppy found as a stray in Milwaukee, is looking for a home
Petunia, an 8-month-old black and brown puppy, likes to "tell secrets." Or — in other words — she likes to sniff people's ears, and perhaps give them a lick. A German shepherd mix, Petunia shows her puppy age with a love to play, but she's also quick to turn a gentle jump...
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I'm Hope Karnopp and this is the Daily Briefing newsletter by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Sign up here to get it sent to your inbox each morning. Aren't you so glad all that rain is gone? Today will be another nice, mild day with a high around 45 degrees. It might be breezy, but far from the recent strong winds. Tomorrow will have a high near 47 to kick off the weekend, but don't rule out more rain after that. Sorry.
What you should know about the historic Miller Caves in Milwaukee
They might be the best-known basement in Milwaukee. The Historic Miller Caves, part of the Molson Coors (formerly known as Miller) brewery complex in Milwaukee, date back to 1850. They haven't been used for their original purpose for more than a century, but they still get plenty of traffic: For decades, the caves have hosted celebrities and special events — including a featured role in an episode of "Top Chef: Wisconsin." ...
US Air Force Band Wisconsin performances; free concerts in April
MILWAUKEE - The United States Air Force Band and Singing Sergeants from Washington, D.C. are heading out on a 12-day community relations tour – and the combo is making three stops in Wisconsin. The tour honors the service of Airmen both past and present in a showcase of musical...
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