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Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame welcomes four new members

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) - Four Wisconsin sports figures were inducted into the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame on Wednesday night. Ryan Braun spent 14 years with the Milwaukee Brewers and made six All-Star teams during his career. “It means the world to me. This place has embraced my family and...
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Five Milwaukee Parks and Their Sewer Socialists, Olmsted and Brothel Connections

In 1923 Charles Whitnall released his plan for the Milwaukee County Park and Parkway system. That plan, though only partially implemented, has led to the “Emerald Necklace” of parks and parkways today in Milwaukee County. First elected as treasurer of Milwaukee in 1910—alongside the nation's first big city...
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Meet The Wisconsin State Fair’s 2026 Best New Food And Drink Finalists

Meet the Wisconsin State Fair's 2026 Sporkies and Drinkies finalists. From an alligator-stacked Bayou Crunch Cup and a bratwurst-filled Cream City Cone to Color-Changing Swamp Juice, here are pictures of all 12 finalists you can try.
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Milwaukee I-794: Mayor recommends improving freeway, not tearing down

Milwaukee's mayor announced his recommendations on Wednesday regarding the future of the elevated I-794 corridor. The state is deciding whether to replace, redesign, or completely tear down the 50-year-old highway segment. Removal could add up to 20 minutes to commutes but would unlock major economic redevelopment oppo
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Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow dies after battle with cancer

WAUKESHA, Wis. — Waukesha County executive Paul Farrow has passed away at the age of 61. Confirmation of Farrow’s death was shared through a spokesperson July 8. Farrow announced that he was diagnosed with mucinous adenocarcinoma, a rare type of cancer, in September 2024. Before becoming County Executive...
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Brookfield Goes Board Crazy as Graze Craze Opens First Wisconsin Shop

Graze Craze has quietly slipped into the Brookfield food scene, opening its first Wisconsin storefront this week and bringing made-to-order charcuterie boards, single-serve “charcuterie cups” and picnic boxes to the Galleria West shopping center. The compact pickup-and-catering shop is built for neighborhood gatherings
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David Crowley drops out of race for Wisconsin governor

MILWAUKKE, Wis. (WBAY) - Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is dropping his bid for Wisconsin governor. Crowley said in a statement to WisPolitics that it has become clear that he won’t be the Democratic nominee. Crowley was one of six candidates running to be the Democratic nominee for governor...
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Down Payment Assistance Programs in Wisconsin 2026

Wisconsin’s housing landscape offers a little bit of everything, from thriving metro areas like Milwaukee and Madison to quieter rural towns and lake-country communities. No matter where you’re searching, understanding what financial support is available can be just as critical as choosing the right neighborhood. For m
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Missing New Berlin 14-year-old safely returns home

NEW BERLIN, Wis. (CBS 58) - The New Berlin Police Department says a 14-year-old girl who had been missing since July 3 has safely returned home. According to police, Alexis Grubor is safe and back with her family. Authorities did not release any additional information. PUBLISHED: Wednesday, July 8, 2026,...
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Not Yet Halfway Home: Milwaukee’s Attempt to Rein in Bad Out-of-State Landlords

Milwaukee's effort to reduce the number of out-of-state housing owners who are neglecting their properties is showing signs of progress. But people residing in some of the homes, and their public and private advocates, say the struggle is like living in a very old house. There's always more to be...

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