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43-year-old killed in shooting near 18th and Burnham in Milwaukee

The shooting happened around 10 p.m. near 18th and Burnham. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police.
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Milwaukee Police Department Seeks Diverse Recruits With Emphasis on Community and Problem-Solving Skills

In an effort to diversify its ranks and highlight the multiple facets of police work, the Milwaukee Police Department has taken to social media to attract fresh talent. A recent MPD post laid out a canvas of career possibilities, beckoning those with varied strengths—from analytical problem-solving to an affinity for...
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Wauwatosa crash snaps hydrant, sends water geyser into air; man arrested

WAUWATOSA, Wis. - A crash in Wauwatosa sent water shooting into the air on Thursday afternoon, Nov., 27, after a vehicle struck and snapped a fire hydrant, according to the Wauwatosa Police Department. Officers were called around 2:55 p.m. to the intersection of Watertown Plank Road and North 117th Street...
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Small Business Saturday: Milwaukee’s Third Ward welcomes shoppers

MILWAUKEE - Saturday, Nov. 29 is Small Business Saturday everywhere. But if you find yourself in Milwaukee, you're invited to check out the trendy Historic Third Ward. FOX6 Photojournalist Matt List caught up with Jordan DeChambre, Marketing and Communications Director for the Third Ward, who can explain the appeal.
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Northcott House transforms annual Thanksgiving meal to bring community together

Milwaukee's Northcott Neighborhood House hosted a sit-down Thanksgiving dinner for 500 people, bringing together longtime residents and newcomers.
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Winter parking regulations begin December 1 across the City of Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) — As the snow falls, the City of Milwaukee is moving into winter mode. Winter parking regulations go into effect on Monday, Dec.1, through March 1. Many residential roads will change to one-side or alternate-side parking, and there is no overnight parking on through-highways or bus routes.
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Cannibal Serial Killer Was Beaten to Death — and His Final Moments Were Eerily...

Jeffrey Dahmer, the serial killer and cannibal known as the Milwaukee Monster, was killed on Nov. 28, 1994, almost three decades ago. He was in the Columbia Correctional Institution serving 16 consecutive life sentences when he was murdered by a fellow inmate. Christopher Scarver killed Dahmer in a manner similar to...
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South Milwaukee 2026 Budget Lowers City Tax Rate and Reduces Property Taxes for Residents

The City of South Milwaukee has released its 2026 operating budget. The total levy for 2026 is $12,189,834, a 7.18% decrease from the previous year. The city’s portion of the tax rate will decrease from $7.89 to $7.33 per $1,000 of assessed value. This change is expected to lower property taxes by about $140 for a...
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Opinion | Scott Walker shows he’s still clueless about trains

A story in the State Journal this week reminded me how lucky we are that Scott Walker is no longer the governor of Wisconsin. There he was, once again, trying to justify his half-witted decision to scuttle the all-set-to-go expansion of passenger rail service in his state, just one of the outright dumb moves he made...
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Milwaukee County Holiday Tree lighting set for Tuesday

Milwaukee County will hold its annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Tuesday, December 2, at 3:30 p.m. in the Milwaukee County Courthouse rotunda. The event will include musical performances, family activities and a visit from Santa. This year’s tree was harvested from Sandhill Tree Farm in partnership with...

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