Amicia Sutton (formerly Ramsey), Journalist, Former Keynote Speaker 2023 and Proud MCJ Scholarship Recipient
As the Milwaukee Community Journal inches closer to celebrate its 50 years, I find myself reflecting not only on where I’ve been, but on who I’ve become. At 17 years old, I was a recipient of the Milwaukee Community Journal scholarship. At the time, I didn’t fully understand what it meant, but looking back, I know a seed was planted in me. It was...
We love new restaurants, but the best meals are often years in the making
I spend a lot of time covering what’s new in Milwaukee dining, and I genuinely enjoy it. Openings are exciting, and it's thrilling to see a new concept come to life and view the beginning of its evolution in real time. In recent weeks, I've had the chance to visit places like Nakama and get a first peek at some of the dishes at...
Meet CBS 58’s Pet of the Week: Draw
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Jenna Crawford from the Wisconsin Humane Society joined us on Friday, April 24 to introduce us to our Pet of the Week: Draw. Draw is a 2-month-old kitten currently awaiting a forever home while at the humane society's Milwaukee campus. Jenna not only introduced us to...
City of Brookfield PD asking for public’s assistance in locating suspected thief
The City of Brookfield Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating an unknown male who concealed two bottles of rum and lighters in his coat while inside a Target on April 18th.
Brookfield CVS theft, $4,500 worth of makeup stolen; suspects sought
BROOKFIELD, Wis. - Police in Brookfield are looking for the people they say stole thousands of dollars worth of makeup items from a CVS store. According to the Brookfield Police Department, on Wednesday, April 22, at about 5:40 p.m. two suspects entered the CVS at Calhoun and Bluemound and stole about $4,500 worth of makeup items.
James McMurtry Returns with a New Album (and a Milwaukee Show)
Last year’s The Black Dog & the Wandering Boy saw James McMurtry return to his past, but the hard-hitting album also offered undeniable proof that the Texan is made for these times. McMurtry, who plays Shank Hall on Sunday, came up with the song from which the album takes...
Waukesha County Clerk dies from cancer
WAUKESHA, Wis. — Waukesha County Clerk Meg Wartman has died at 63-years-old, after a short battle with colorectal cancer. According to the Waukesha County’s Executive Office, Wartman served as the County Clerk since 2018, retiring in January 2026 due to her diagnosis. “We are deeply saddened by the...
Milwaukee officers shot, 2 charged in investigation now sentenced
MILWAUKEE - Two people, who were charged as part of the investigation into the shooting that killed Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder and wounded Officer Christopher McCray, have now been sentenced. Man, woman sentenced. In court:. Milwaukee County prosecutors charged Bryshawn Tyler, 23, with possession of a firearm by a...
Naked Body Found In Washington Park Alley Puts Milwaukee On Edge
Milwaukee’s Washington Park neighborhood is reeling after a bystander discovered the body of a 26-year-old woman in an alley near 44th and Garfield on Wednesday, triggering a full-scale death investigation. Police say the woman was found naked and suffering from visible injuries. Officers responded after the passerby called 911,...
Milwaukee mother pleads for help after teenage son and friends are shot at
A Milwaukee mother is pleading for help after her 18-year-old son and his friends were shot at early Sunday morning, leaving one teen injured.
