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Milwaukee Amazon Prime users discuss scams, package theft costing Americans billions ahead of Prime Day
MILWAUKEE — Amazon Prime Days kicks off this week, offering exclusive discounts to Prime members, but experts warn shoppers to be vigilant about potential scams. According to Forbes, NordVPN has identified over 120,000 malware phishing scams...

Star Lake Saloon And Housekeeping Cottages 4 Of 15 – The Mining Company
Hannah takes a boat out on the chain of lakes and nearly drowns herself. Later, Dan Kerry shows Hannah some pipes near Star Lake and explains that an international mining company has been wanting to dig an open pit mine on Star Lake to extract...

Wisconsin Transparency Project: Record lawsuit prompts production of Rock County records
Fromer Supervisor sought performance reviews of top county officials A lawsuit filed by former Rock County Board Supervisor and government accountability advocate Mike Zoril resulted in Rock County producing requested records and paying Zoril’s...

‘Milwaukee refugees’ letter wrong approach to building stronger communities
To the editor: In response to Bruce Harrison’s Wednesday letter, "Most Milwaukee refugees are welcome," I want to offer both a historical lens and a neighborly invitation to reflect. Calling people moving from Milwaukee to Waukesha or other...

Milwaukee Rep seeking young actors for 50th ‘A Christmas Carol’
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Milwaukee Repertory Theater is looking for young performers between the ages of 8 and 13 to audition for its 50th anniversary production of "A Christmas Carol." Jonathan Hetler, casting director and assistant director,...

Wisconsin Supreme Court clears the way for a conversion therapy ban to be made permanent
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Supreme Court cleared the way Tuesday for the state to permanently enact a ban on conversion therapy in a ruling that gives the governor more power over how state laws are enacted. The court ruled that a...

Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Association Honors Industry Leaders During 2025 Summer Tour
CLINTON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Association (WCA) recognized outstanding leaders and contributors to the state’s beef industry during its 2025 Summer Tour in southeastern Wisconsin. The 2025 Cattlemen of the Year is Dr. Amy Radunz. a...

Wisconsin’s Milwaukee Ballet Replaces Orchestra with Prerecorded Music for Upcoming Productions
According to the Milwaukee Magazine, the Milwaukee Ballet has confirmed that its productions of The Nutcracker and ALICE will be presented with recorded music in place of live performances by the Milwaukee Ballet Orchestra. The ballet company...

Tom Tiffany addresses energy concerns and ICE assaults
Tom Tiffany, U.S. Representative of Wisconsin's 7th congressional district | Official U.S. House headshotTom Tiffany, U.S. Representative of Wisconsin's 7th congressional district | Official U.S. House headshot Rep. Tom Tiffany, a member of the...
Wisconsin Weather Impacts Crops and Fieldwork July 2025
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 By Blake Jackson For the week ending July 6, 2025, Wisconsin experienced 4.3 days suitable for fieldwork, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. Portions of the state received heavy rainfall,...

Wisconsin adopted 3 new clean energy policies or incentives in 2024
Wisconsin implemented at least three new clean energy policies or incentives supporting renewable energy and energy efficiency in 2024, according to data from the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE). Since 2010, the...

Bill Berrien announces run for Wisconsin governor
A former Navy SEAL and businessman has entered Wisconsin's 2026 governor's race. Bill Berrien announced his candidacy Wednesday, aligning himself with President Donald Trump and promoting a “Wisconsin First” agenda. In his campaign video, Berrien...

Grothman's local engagements highlight Wisconsin community events
Glenn S. Grothman, U.S. Representative of Wisconsin's 6th congressional district | Official U.S. House headshotGlenn S. Grothman, U.S. Representative of Wisconsin's 6th congressional district | Official U.S. House headshot Rep. Glenn Grothman,...
Wisconsin Supreme Court upholds DNR’s authority to enforce Spill Law
By Ann Meyer Contributing Writer NORTHEAST WIS. – Siding against Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), the Wisconsin Supreme Court said on June 24 that the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) didn’t make a mistake when it demanded...
How to get free tickets to the Wisconsin State Fair
MILWAUKEE — The countdown is on to the 2025 Wisconsin State Fair, and UScellular is celebrating its 20th year of partnership with the iconic statewide event. On July 11, exactly 20 days before the start of the Wisconsin State Fair, four UScellular...

Who Are Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Siblings? Everything You Need to Know About Milwaukee Bucks Star’s Brothers
While we all know Giannis Antetokounmpo as the “Greek Freak,” the two-time MVP, nine-time All-Star. The 2021 NBA Champion has transformed the Milwaukee Bucks into Eastern Conference powerhouses. Drafted 15th overall in 2013, Giannis has taken the...

NBA Trade Rumors: Why Swapping Kyle Kuzma for $90 million Chicago Bulls Star Makes Sense for the Milwaukee Bucks
Milwaukee Bucks sent a "thank you" note to Damian Lillard. (Image via Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images) The Milwaukee Bucks have made a bold statement this offseason, reshaping their core in pursuit of a better roster balance. The signing of Myles...
Governor Announces Outdoor Industry Award Winners; Wisconsin State Park System Honored

DWD awards over $2 million in Wisconsin Fast Forward Worker Training Grants
MADISON, Wis. (WBAY) - The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) has awarded nearly $2.3 million in Wisconsin Fast Forward worker training grants to 18 Wisconsin employers across the state to train more than 1,000 workers to meet workforce...

7 people escape after boat goes through Mississippi River dam gate in southeast Wisconsin
GENOA, Wis. (WLUK) -- Seven people boating on the Mississippi River "miraculously survived" after their boat went through an open dam gate. It happened at the United States Army Corps of Engineers Lock and Dam #8 in Vernon County, located in...