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Wisconsin pair charged in alleged plot to stalk, poison and kill dating app liaisons
NBC News
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June 21, 2025
A Wisconsin boyfriend and girlfriend who have been charged with attempted murder are accused of trying to poison two women the man previously dated after he met them online, authorities said. Paul VanDuyne Jr., 43, and Andrea Whitaker, 41, have...
Wisconsin Governor Presses for $400M Broadband Investment
Broadband Breakfast
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June 20, 2025
WASHINGTON, June 20, 2025 – Wisconsin Republicans once said the state didn’t need to invest in broadband because federal money was on the way. With those funds now delayed by the Trump administration, Gov. Tony Evers (D) has proposed $400 million...
Staying cool and conserving energy during heat wave
WBAY - Wisconsin
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June 21, 2025
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - This weekend’s heat wave is expected to create uncomfortable living conditions throughout the state. Wisconsin Public Service shares ways to conserve energy and reduce costs for A.C. users, while beating the heat. “Let’s...
Business in Brew City: Where to Stay, Dine, and Unwind in Milwaukee
Home Business Magazine - Minnesota
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June 20, 2025
With its vibrant riverwalk, historic architecture, thriving arts scene, and lively downtown, Milwaukee is a dynamic destination for both business and leisure. As home to major companies like Harley-Davidson and Johnson Controls, Brew City offers...
Cost to repair Milwaukee streets in poor condition: $821 million
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - Wisconsin
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There are 1,370 miles of streets in poor condition in the city of Milwaukee, according to a new report by the Department of Public Works. And there isn't any simple remedy to the problem. The report to the Council's Finance and Personnel Committee...
Milwaukee Forge warns that it will cut 67 jobs if sale efforts fail
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - Wisconsin
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Milwaukee Forge LLC issued a WARN notice indicating approximately 67 job cuts. The job eliminations are anticipated on August 18, 2025, barring a successful sale of the company's assets. The company entered receivership in March 2025 and continues...
Construction Beginning On Milwaukee’s Largest-Ever Riverwalk Expansion
Urban Milwaukee - Wisconsin
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Get a daily rundown of the top stories on Urban Milwaukee Riverwalk groundbreaking. Photo by Sophie Bolich. After almost a decade of planning, construction is underway on Milwaukee’s largest-ever one-time expansion of its riverwalk system. The...
Summerfest Studio Milwaukee Session: Buffalo Nichols
Radio Milwaukee - Wisconsin
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June 20, 2025
“Hey, I’m Buffalo Nichols. … All the way from Milwaukee, Wisconsin.” Those were some of the first words the understated musician relayed to our audience between the first two songs of his Studio Milwaukee Session. The comment got the expected...
NIVA Conference 2025: A well-deserved spotlight for Milwaukee
Radio Milwaukee - Wisconsin
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June 20, 2025
Since the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) began writing its story, Milwaukee has played an important role. With a legacy of vibrant, grassroots venues and a tight-knit creative community, the city's independent stage network not only...
Manufacturer celebrates huge milestone in Dyersburg
WBBJ - Tennessee
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June 20, 2025
DYERSBURG, Tenn. — One local manufacturing company celebrates a huge milestone. Screen Shot 2025-06-20 at 3.44.50 PM Screen Shot 2025-06-20 at 3.45.59 PM Screen Shot 2025-06-20 at 3.45.01 PM Screen Shot 2025-06-20 at 3.45.10 PM Friday, Electric...
5 Wisconsin parks with the best fairy-tale vibes
UpNorthNews - Wisconsin
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June 20, 2025
From stunning nature escapes to children’s attractions full of whimsy, you won’t want to miss out on these Wisconsin parks with fairy-tale vibes. It should go without saying, but getting out under the sun is one of the best ways to spend the...
Wisconsin files suit against Miami for poaching Xavier Lucas
Yahoo Sports
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In a landmark moment in college athletics, one university has filed suit against another for the poaching of a college football player under contract. The University of Wisconsin and its NIL collective filed a complaint in state circuit court on...
New Milwaukee company offers free kayaking at Summerfest
WTMJ - Wisconsin
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June 20, 2025
MILWAUKEE — A chance to experience the “World’s Largest Music Festival” from the water has returned to Summerfest 2025. Black Creek Cheese is sponsoring free kayaking sessions in the lagoon that borders Lakeshore State Park. It’s a way to escape...
REACH Wisconsin: Milwaukee nonprofits invited to apply for $45K grant
Wis Business
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June 20, 2025
MILWAUKEE (June 20, 2025) – The Real Estate Alliance for Charity (REACH) today announced that applications are open for its 2025 Charitable Giving Program, which awards a three-year grant totaling $45,000 to a Wisconsin-based nonprofit that...
Wisconsin sees record-breaking tourism
City Pages - Wisconsin
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By Mikayla Pozorski According to the Department of Tourism, Wisconsin tourism saw a third consecutive year of record-breaking economic impact in 2024. There was an all-time high visitation last year, which drove the $25.8 billion in total economic...
Thousands Gather To Celebrate Juneteenth in Milwaukee
Urban Milwaukee - Wisconsin
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June 20, 2025
Get a daily rundown of the top stories on Urban Milwaukee Attendees explore vendors and attractions at the Juneteenth Jubilee Parade on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in Milwaukee, Wis. Angela Major/WPR Vanessa Davis has lived in Milwaukee her entire...
Whitewater Banker Nathaniel Parrish to Serve on Wisconsin Bankers Association Board
Whitewater Banner - Wisconsin
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June 20, 2025
Nathaniel (Nate) Parrish, president, First Citizens State Bank, Whitewater, will serve a three-year term on the Wisconsin Bankers Association (WBA) Board of Directors. “We are delighted to have Nate join the WBA Board of Directors,” said Rose...
Wisconsin REALTORS® Association: REPORT: May Home Sales Decline for Third Straight...
Wis Business
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Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin REALTORS® Association (WRA) released its May 2025 Wisconsin Real Estate Report today, revealing home sales fell for a third straight month.Affordability improved 5.1% over the past 12 months, while the average 30-year...
Construction employment in Wisconsin expected to contract while other sectors bound ahead
The Daily Reporter - Wisconsin
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June 20, 2025
THE BLUEPRINT: Wisconsin construction and manufacturing employment expected to shrink in 2025. Education, health services and hospitality sectors forecasted to grow. State unemployment rate remains lower than the U.S. average. Construction...
USDA says milk production went up in May
Brownfield Ag News
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News USDA says milk production went up in May June 20, 2025 By Larry Lee Filed Under: Dairy, News, USDA The USDA says milk production went up again in May. Production nationwide rose 1.6% and the 24 major producing states saw production rise 1.7%....