Milwaukee Police Department Turns to Social Media for Community Engagement Efforts
The Milwaukee Police Department, seeking to strengthen the bonds of trust between law enforcement and the community it serves, has turned to social media to underscore the point. "Public safety hinges on public trust," a recent Milwaukee Police Department Post, echoing a sentiment that often serves as the...
7 Gigantic Thrift Stores In Wisconsin Where $34 Gets You More Than You’d Think
Looking for massive secondhand shopping adventures in Wisconsin?. These 7 enormous thrift stores offer incredible bargains and surprising treasures that make every dollar stretch further than you’d imagine!. 1. The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center (Franklin) This Franklin treasure trove is hiding in...
Waukesha K9 Unit Adds Newest Member, ‘Maia’
The Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department has announced that it has added a new member to its K9 Unit, K9 Maia. Maia, who was born two years ago in the Czech Republic, will be working with Deputy Bell as the two help keep the community safe. Deputy Bell has been...
Panelists Celebrate Black Architectural History in Wisconsin
Panelists organized by Docomomo Wisconsin for the National Trust for Historic Preservation Conference in Milwaukee, September 16-18, gathered after presenting about the architectural legacy of Wisconsin’s first registered Black architect Alonzo Robinson Jr. They celebrated the historic designation of Robinson’s...
‘Lots of hidden gems:’ Doors Open 2025 encourages community to explore throughout Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- This weekend is Door's Open Milwaukee, an annual event that showcases the city's architecture, history, culture, and neighborhoods. This year, more than 160 locations are participating, ranging from bars to churches to buildings and everything in between. "In general, we are open to the...
Milwaukee childhood immunization; additional clinics announced
MILWAUKEE - The City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) announced on Friday, Sept. 26 four additional Fall Childhood Immunization Clinics designed to help families ensure their children are up-to-date on school-required vaccines. New walk-in clinics planned. What we know:. The walk-in clinics will take place during...
Milwaukee area advocates focus on new approach to opioid crisis recovery
A community-driven initiative called FOCUS is changing how Milwaukee approaches addiction recovery by putting lived experiences at the center of solutions.
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Disaster Recovery Centers
Centers will help affected residents apply for FEMA assistance and get answers to their questions about the process. MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) are open as of Wednesday, September 24, 2025 to assist individuals who have uninsured losses or emergency needs related to the August...
MCTS bus shooting case dismissed; defendant died in jail
MILWAUKEE - The case against a Milwaukee man who was charged with attempted homicide after an August 2023 shooting on a county bus has been dismissed because the man died in jail. Prosecutors accused 34-year-old Melvin Goodwin of shooting the victim in the shoulder before getting off the bus near...
Wisconsin’s Secret Pierogi Spots That Outsiders Rarely Discover
As a Polish-American who grew up in the Midwest, I’ve spent years tracking down the best pierogi in Wisconsin. These doughy pockets of joy aren’t just food – they’re little time machines that transport you to grandmother’s kitchens across Eastern Europe. Wisconsin, with its rich...

















