Local stories gathered from public news sources while this area builds its own coverage.
Milwaukee County leaders voted to remove controversial Flock license plate reader technology from county parks. The committee approved a resolution allowing the Sheriff’s Office to explore traditional surveillance cameras instead. This measure now moves to the full County Board.
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The Wauwatosa city council approved a proposed $95,000 settlement claim from former officer Joseph Mensah. The claim is through worker's compensation and cites PTSD as the reason. This follows incidents where Mensah shot and killed three people over five years.
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A Wisconsin Democrat is introducing a bill aiming to end all federal funding for dog and cat research in the United States. The legislation, called the COMPACT Act, would prohibit federal agencies from spending money on live dogs or cats. This effort follows recent events involving beagles at Ridglan Farms.
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A family friend is speaking out after a brutal attack at a 99-year-old woman's South Side Milwaukee home. The initial emergency call was reportedly misclassified, leading to officers not responding for nearly three hours. The victim now requires assisted living.
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Milwaukee County Transit System plans a 25% reduction in bus service due to rising operating costs. MCTS is hosting open houses and accepting online feedback on two concepts: fewer routes or less frequent service. Public comment will guide county supervisors' proposal by year-end.
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Firefighters responded to a building fire near 38th and North in Milwaukee on Tuesday morning, Sept. 29. Crews extinguished rubbish burning on the first floor at the two-story structure. The MFD Fire Investigation Unit is investigating the incident, which caused extensive damage.
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Downtown Milwaukee is hosting its free, family-friendly Halloween fun starting October 1 at Baird Community Commons. New attractions include a walk-through ghost arch and a Pumpkin Hut featuring community-carved jack-o'-lanterns through November 1. The festivities also include the Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee on October 24.
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Mikey Severson is joining Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service as an O'Brien Intern. His focus this school year will be on youth homelessness in Milwaukee through Marquette University’s O’Brien Fellowship. He aims to help tell stories that serve the community.
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The Milwaukee Art Museum announced an arrangement to return two pots in its collection to the descendants of enslaved potter David Drake. The museum purchased one vessel from the family, while the other will remain on long-term loan. This deal could influence how museums treat the work and heirs of enslaved artisans nationwide.
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Milwaukee police are investigating a Tuesday crash that happened around 4:43 a.m. at the intersection of 35th and Center. The incident involved three vehicles, including a bus and an MPD squad car. Several individuals sustained possible minor injuries and were transported to the hospital for treatment.
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HACM is hiring for various positions and encourages talented people to join their team. Interested job seekers can view current openings and apply online at HACM.org/jobs. Additionally, HACM will participate in the Center for Veterans Issues (CVI) Job Fair on Wednesday, September 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Vets Place Central, 3330 W. Wells St.
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The Milwaukee County Committee on Parks and Culture will discuss a proposal to set a 15 mph speed limit on the Oak Leaf Trail and other county paths. Concerns center on the speed difference between various trail users, including e-bike and scooter riders. The committee is also considering penalties for illegal e-moto use.
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