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To fight segregation in Milwaukee education, activists set up 'freedom schools' in 1964
Editor's note: This story was adapted from an article published in the Journal Sentinel's Green Sheet in May 2017. Sixty years ago, to demonstrate the impact of segregation in Milwaukee, civil rights activists took the city to school — by taking students out of school. Frustrated by a lack of action from...
Man suspects dogs poisoned by 'tainted meat' at Bender Park
OAK CREEK, Wis. - A Milwaukee man suspects his dogs were poisoned after eating 'tainted meat' on Sunday, May 12 in Bender Park. For 45 years, Rick Marino has traced the trails at Bender Park. "We've been coming down here. We walk along that way, and they were over here,"...
More and more, manufacturers are turning to 'nearshoring'
I'm Steve Martinez and this is the Daily Briefing newsletter by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Sign up here to get it sent to your inbox each morning. We're in for some sun and slightly warmer temperatures Wednesday. It will continue to heat up for the rest of the week, possibly reaching the high 70s by Sunday.
Afternoon thunderstorms, and possibly hail, are expected to roll through Milwaukee and Madison
Following the weekend's pleasant and warm weather, southern Wisconsin is expected to see thunderstorms and cooler temperatures later Monday and Tuesday. Storms are in the forecast Monday afternoon and evening for much of southern Wisconsin along and south of Interstate 94, including Milwaukee and Madison, said local National Weather Service meteorologist Marcia Cronce. Due to "unsettled" conditions, storms are also possible further north.
Jamey Jasta on why he was willing to lose money to bring back Milwaukee Metal Fest
When Jamey Jasta toured with his band Hatebreed, he saw reminders of Milwaukee Metal Fest all over the world. He saw fans at his shows and festivals wearing old Metal Fest shirts. He talked about the fest's glory days with bands backstage. "That was really one of the first scenes...
Visitors can see 3 new animals in their outdoor habitats at the Milwaukee County Zoo
There are three new animals to meet at the Milwaukee County Zoo. On April 23, Japanese macaque Rikka gave birth to a new baby. According to a Facebook post by the zoo, the animal care team is observing the two animals from a distance and they seem to be doing great. The sex...
Man charged in 2022 State Street shooting pleads guilty, sentenced to 8 years in prison
MADISON, Wis. -- A man accused of shooting another man on State Street in late 2022 pleaded guilty to a felony charge in the case last week, online court records show.
Milwaukee private security law reinstated; temporary ruling
MILWAUKEE - Bouncers, ID checkers and gas station attendants in Milwaukee are once again required to get a private security license -- at least for now. Judge Brittany Grayson declined Monday, May 13 to keep Milwaukee's new private security ordinance from taking effect while a lawsuit progresses. The new ordinance...
Walmart closings 2024: See the full list
Walmart is closing down three stores by the end of May, bringing the total number of store closures in 2024 to eight. The closures for this year, which are occurring in four states, come as the company is experiencing poor financial performance in those areas. Employees at the California and...
Milwaukee shootings, 2 wounded in separate incidents
MILWAUKEE - Two people were shot and wounded in separate incidents in Milwaukee on Tuesday morning, May 14. A 51-year-old person was shot and wounded near 25th and Capitol Drive in Milwaukee on Tuesday morning, May 14. The shooting happened just after 10 a.m. Tuesday. The victim suffered serious gunshot...
CBS 58 Exclusive: Family of 2018 reckless driving victim speaks out after killer charged in 4-year-old's death
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) --The 30-year-old man who has been charged in connection to the hit-and-run crash that killed 4-year-old Zekani Hymes-Wilson and injured her mother, Gloria Hymes, near North Teutonia and W. Vera Avenue was convicted in the past for a similar reckless driving incident. Donald Crayton was convicted in...
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