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As sentencing looms, prosecutors suggest prison time for ex-Judge Dugan

Prosecutors say former Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan committed a “serious offense” that deserves a “serious sentence.”. Her attorneys, however, say the 67-year-old has already been punished enough after being arrested, resigning from her judgeship and facing threats as the high-profile case played out. They asked
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The Milwaukee Fire Department is urging residents to not use fireworks on July 4...

To avoid fires, burns and other injuries this holiday weekend, Milwaukee Fire Department Chief Aaron Lipski has a simple message for Milwaukeeans: Do not use fireworks. City ordinance prohibits the sale, possession and use of fireworks in Milwaukee. The Milwaukee Police Department can issue fines ranging from $500 to $
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‘Moving Menace’ spirals after Wisconsin death investigation

MILWAUKEE - A self-described "menace to society" is back in jail facing 10 criminal cases filed by nine different police departments. Daniel Berczyk has been charged with more than 100 crimes in his adult life. He's 50 years old. This week on Open Record, Carl Deffenbaugh and Jenna Sachs lead Bryan Polcyn through his l
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Landlord accused of neglect trying to collect rent against court order

MILWAUKEE — An out-of-state landlord accused of widespread neglect is allegedly trying to illegally collect rent. David Tomblin and his company Highgrove Holdings were sued by the city for neglect of the properties in March. He was ordered to turn over control of 85 properties to a court-appointed receiver...
Featured picture for Son who left 77-year-old mother to die alone after crashing car in ditch and running to his home's crawl space learns his fate

Son who left 77-year-old mother to die alone after crashing car in ditch and...

A Wisconsin man who was out drinking with his mother when he crashed his car into a ditch and ran away from the scene, leaving her to die alone in the passenger seat, is headed to prison. Casey Yiannackopoulos, 48, pleaded guilty to homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle...
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Buc-ee’s Construction Begins Soon in Wisconsin

After years of anticipation, construction on Wisconsin's first Buc-ee's is about to begin. Here's what Illinois drivers need to know about the massive new travel stop.
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Muskego fatal crash: Man sentenced to 18 years in prison

MUSKEGO, Wis. - A man convicted in a Muskego crash that killed his 77-year-old mother was sentenced on Tuesday, June 30. A Waukesha County judge sentenced Casey Yiannackopoulos to 18 years in prison followed by 8 years of extended supervision. Muskego crash | Nov. 2. The backstory:. Muskego police were...
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South Side senior fathers model in their first fashion show with help from a...

As a tribute to senior fathers, the Senior Center at United Community Center honored them with a fashion show with help from the Sewing Ladies, women from a sewing group who made the attire. For years, the UCC Senior Center has celebrated women through Mother’s Day fashion shows, quinceañeras and...
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The Weekend Trend with Sandy Maxx – Wisconsin fireworks, parades and a World Record...

MILWAUKEE – Southeastern Wisconsin is going big for Fourth of July weekend 2026 — and not just with fireworks. This week on The Weekend Trend, the holiday lineup is red, white, blue, and even a little Bloody. From Milwaukee fireworks and drone shows to Wisconsin Fourth of July...
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Milwaukee electric scooter incident, alderman questions safety

MILWAUKEE - After a recent incident involving an electric Lime scooter hitting and seriously injuring a man in downtown Milwaukee, the district's alderman said he wants answers – and questions whether the city should continue allowing them at all. Scooter safety concerns. What they're saying:. Electric scooters first s

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