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Governor Evers’ Commutation Advisory Board to hear first cases Friday

MADISON, Wis. — A dozen people serving prison time in Wisconsin are scheduled to have their cases heard Friday as Gov. Tony Evers’ Commutation Advisory Board begins considering requests for reduced sentences. The hearings come after Evers announced in April that Wisconsin would restart its commutation process. Since then, over 800 people have applied for […] The post Governor Evers’ Commutation…

I-94 traffic shift settles in as more Milwaukee-area road work moves ahead

MILWAUKEE – Eastbound I-94 is down to two lanes on Milwaukee’s west side, with more overnight work and a 24-hour Highway 100 closure also on the way. Drivers on Milwaukee’s west side are getting used to a new traffic pattern on eastbound I-94 — and it’s one they’ll be seeing for a while. WisDOT shifted […] The post I-94 traffic shift settles in as more Milwaukee-area road work moves ahead appeared…

Judge rejects effort to remove Republican State Senate candidate from November ballot

MADISON, Wis. — Republican State Senate candidate Michele Magadance Skinner will remain on the November ballot after a Dane County judge rejected a Democratic challenge to her Wisconsin residency. The State Senate Democratic Committee had filed a lawsuit seeking to prevent Skinner from appearing on the ballot, arguing she was not eligible to hold office […] The post Judge rejects effort to remove…

Brewers Black Culture Fest, South Milwaukee Arcade at 100 & Brew City Opera’s Pagliacci

Celebrate Milwaukee culture, creativity and community on this episode of What’s On Tap with Sandy Maxx. Social X MKE co-founder Ranell Washington previews the Milwaukee Brewers Black Culture Fest at American Family Field on August 21st, bringing Black music, artists, entrepreneurs, Negro Leagues history and family activities to the ballpark. Then, director Doug Clemons takes us inside Brew City…

Two dead in St. Francis crash

ST. FRANCIS, Wis. — Two people died after a single-vehicle crash in St. Francis on Thursday morning. St. Francis Police and Fire crews responded to South Lake Dr. near the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Archdiocese of Milwaukee at 7:21 a.m. on Aug. 20. Police say they believe the driver had a medical emergency when […] The post Two dead in St. Francis crash appeared first on WTMJ .

One dead in motorcycle crash in Waukesha

WAUKESHA, Wis. — One person died in a motorcycle crash in the City of Waukesha on Wednesday evening. Police responded near Golf Rd. and Grandview Blvd. at 7:03 p.m. on Aug. 19, where they say a three-wheeled trike was traveling southbound when it crossed the median, struck a traffic sign and overturned. First responders say […] The post One dead in motorcycle crash in Waukesha appeared first on…

Whose poll is it, anyway?

With Wisconsin’s race for governor moving from the primary to the general election, Decision Wisconsin is reminding voters to look beyond the topline number when a new poll drops. On the latest episode, Adam Roberts and Neil Doyle broke down the early polling between Democrat David Crowley and Republican Tom Tiffany, including the Badger Battleground […] The post Whose poll is it, anyway? appeared…

Three people in custody after multiple car chases

KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis.– Three people are in custody after two separate multi-state car chases injuring two Kenosha County Sheriff’s deputies. According to a criminal complaint, deputies approached two pick-up trucks near a Walmart in Somers Wednesday to attempt to make arrests, when one rammed into a squad car. Both vehicles then fled the scene. The […] The post Three people in custody after…

UW Regents approve budget proposal seeking tuition freeze

MADISON, Wis. — The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents voted unanimously to approve a budget request that would freeze tuition for two years. The 4-Year Tuition Pledge would rely on $190 million from the state to freeze tuition across the UW System for two years, then limit tuition increases to no more than the […] The post UW Regents approve budget proposal seeking tuition freeze appeared…

17 people sick, 1 hospitalized, from alfalfa sprout related E.coli and Salmonella

MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Health Services reports 17 people have gotten sick due to alfalfa sprout related E.coli and Salmonella. Officials say the illness is allegedly related to eating from brands “Everything Sprouts” and “Calco.” One person has been hospitalized. DHS warns anyone with these sprouts in their home should throw them away […] The post 17 people sick, 1 hospitalized,…

Garrett Mitchell and Gary Sánchez help Brewers score 6 in 1st inning and beat Mariners 7-4

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Garrett Mitchell and Gary Sánchez each hit two-run doubles during a six-run first inning, and the MLB-best Milwaukee Brewers beat the Seattle Mariners 7-4 on Thursday. Mitchell also homered in the eighth, finishing 3 for 4 with three RBIs as Milwaukee took two of three from Seattle. The series included the Brewers’ 22-0 […] The post Garrett Mitchell and Gary Sánchez help Brewers…

Multi-million dollar grant to cover new MCTS bus fleet, traffic signal upgrades

MILWAUKEE, Wis. — The Milwaukee County Transit System is poised to receive new buses as part of a federal grant award, which will also be used to for traffic signal optimization technology and public outreach efforts. The roughly $13.9 million comes from the 2026-2030 federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Cycle, and will first […] The post Multi-million dollar grant to cover new…

Trump keeps embracing data centers even as they become toxic in midterm races

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump, speaking alongside cryptocurrency leaders at the White House this week, made a statement that Republican and Democratic candidates alike wouldn’t touch with a 10-foot pole. “If I were the mayor of a town or the governor of a state, and I had a chance to get a big plant […] The post Trump keeps embracing data centers even as they become toxic in midterm…

The national debt has surpassed $40 trillion; where is Congress?

The United States gross national debt recently surpassed $40 trillion which raises a lot of concerns for people like Point Taken hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey. They dive into why it’s a big deal, if Americans care, who in Congress, such as “fiscal hawks” like Wisconsin’s own Senator Ron Johnson, care enough to intervene, […] The post The national debt has surpassed $40 trillion; where is…

Employee found zip tied after Waukesha gas station armed robbery

WAUKESHA, Wis. – A Waukesha gas station employee is found zip tied in a back room after a reported armed robbery. The employee was working alone on the night shift at the Speedway near Summit Avenue and Delafield Street around 12:40am August 20 when a man with a handgun came in and demanded money. Police […] The post Employee found zip tied after Waukesha gas station armed robbery appeared first…

Brewers starting pitching: ‘We are still working thru different combinations’

As October baseball looms, the Milwaukee Brewers continue to tinker with the team’s starting pitching. The Brewers had been using a 6-man rotation and Shane Drohan is still expected to get a “handful of starts,” according to Arnold. “We’re still in the process of working through (the rotation),” Brewers president of baseball operations Matt Arnold […] The post Brewers starting pitching: ‘We are…

Crews respond to massive building fire in West Allis

WEST ALLIS, Wis. — Multiple crews are on the scene of a massive building fire in West Allis that will be the site of the city’s new public works building that is under construction. Fire crews responded around around 10:34 a.m. on August 20 near S. 53rd Street and W. Burnham Street. Thick flames and […] The post Crews respond to massive building fire in West Allis appeared first on WTMJ .

“She died a hero”: Mother remembers Navy veteran killed in Milwaukee triple homicide

MILWAUKEE — The mother of Shamarla “Asir” Hare wants Milwaukee to remember her daughter as a loving mother, proud Navy veteran and generous woman who died standing up for herself inside her own home. Hare, 38, was one of three people killed in two connected Milwaukee shootings on August 8. Her mother, Tarshia Hare, said […] The post “She died a hero”: Mother remembers Navy veteran killed in…

Stabbing leaves victim with life-threatening injuries on Milwaukee’s north side

MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Milwaukee police are searching for a suspect after a stabbing left a 35-year-old victim with serious injuries Wednesday night. It happened around 8:32 p.m. in the 5400 block of North Long Island Drive on the city’s north side. The victim was taken to a hospital with serious, life-threatening injuries, according to MPD. […] The post Stabbing leaves victim with life-threatening…

The Weekend Trend with Sandy Maxx: Mexican Fiesta, Fresh Coast Jazz, Zoo A La Carte and More

MILWAUKEE – Looking for the best things to do in Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin this weekend? From Mexican Fiesta and Egyptian food to jazz and country superstars, interactive art and college volleyball, here are Sandy Maxx’s top picks for August 21 through August 23. Cultural Celebrations Mexican Fiesta Friday through Sunday, August 21-23 at Henry […] The post The Weekend Trend with Sandy…