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2024 Election: JD Vance, Tim Walz Wisconsin campaign visits

The Republican and Democratic vice presidential nominees will be in Wisconsin on Monday, Oct. 28 – with just eight days until the election.

17 Things to Do in Milwaukee This November

Holiday celebrations, exotic reptiles and other fun events coming to Milwaukee this month. Read the guide here.

OnMilwaukee shares top southeast Wisconsin haunted house picks for 2024

Molly Snyder with OnMilwaukee joined WISN 12 News at 11 on Friday to share her top haunted houses and spooky experiences in the southeast Wisconsin area.

Bally Sports Wisconsin will have a new name during Bucks broadcasts this year

Bally Sports Wisconsin' is no more, with a name change coming this month to the network that airs Milwaukee Bucks games.

UW-Milwaukee Chancellor residence sold for $1 million

The former home of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee chancellor has been sold for $1 million, according to state records. UWM announced its plans to

Former Milwaukee school board member faces food stamp fraud charges

Aisha Carr, who resigned from the Milwaukee school board, is accused of lying about her income to receive over $2,800 in food stamp benefits.

Milwaukee Film Is Searching for a New Leader

Milwaukee Film announced that is has officially launched a nationwide search for its next executive director. Read the story here.

9 haunted houses in the Milwaukee area and Wisconsin with Halloween on the horizon

The Dark Side Haunted Adventure features several haunts, including "The Descent," "Twilight Nightmare," "Backwoods Revenge," "Mephistopheles Lair," "Schizophrenia" and "Foxglove Nursery," as well as Zombie Expedition paintball, according to the attraction's website.

‘We have to do it for ourselves’: How Milwaukee's Metcalfe Park is preparing for extreme heat

When it gets hot in Milwaukee, Metcalfe Park is one of the places that really feels the heat. A community-led organization is helping its neighbors adapt.

Harris hosts campaign rally at Resch Expo after stops in Milwaukee and La Crosse

Harris, the Democratic nominee for president, returned to Wisconsin Thursday for a trifecta of events across the swing state.

VP Kamala Harris greeted by Pro-Palestinian protestors during UW-Milwaukee visit

With the November Election quickly approaching, Vice President Kamala Harris — the Democratic Presidential nominee — is visiting UW-Milwaukee

Why Black women in Milwaukee see hope in Kamala Harris

Black women across generations in Milwaukee are mobilizing for Vice President Kamala Harris for a variety of reasons. Here’s what to know.

Alleged voter intimidation, lawsuits over voter rolls in Wisconsin as election nears

Wednesday was the deadline for online voter registration in Wisconsin. People can still register in person and at the polls on Election Day.

Wisconsin’s Korean War Memorial stands as a timeless tribute to a generation of “forgotten” veterans

The memorial was designed to honor those who fought, died, and remain missing in action on the Korean Peninsula, while also serving as a living reminder of their legacy. The inspiration for the memorial originated in the late 1980s, when a group of Korean War veterans from Wisconsin sought to create a lasting tribute to their fallen comrades.

Milwaukee Honors Late "PJ the Grill Master" with Scholarships for Deserving Students

Milwaukee presents scholarships in memory of gun violence victim, Patrick "PJ" Ross, to assist local students.

Democrats hope to pack an electoral punch in Green Bay, as part of a statewide victory plan

Any support Walz and Harris can get from smaller communities in northeast Wisconsin is a plus, as overall the region leans Republican. But UW-Green Bay Emeritus professor of political science Michael Kraft said within the area, the largest city, Green Bay, goes for Democrats.

Bucks' Terence Davis: Waived by Milwaukee

The Bucks waived Davis (Achilles) on Tuesday, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports. Davis joined the club on an Exhibit 10 pact, though he was unable to appear in the preseason while rehabbing a ruptured Achilles. The 27-year-old is expected to join Milwaukee's G League affiliate -- the Wisconsin Herd -- for the 2024-25 campaign.

Officials are closing two Milwaukee park-and-ride lots, people living there must leave

The state Department of Transportation says the decision was driven by a 42% increase in emergency calls this summer compared to last year.

Saint Kate prepping new exhibition with Arts for All Wisconsin

The hotel worked with the disability-focused organization to put a collection titled "The Art of Family" on display starting this Friday.

Dispatch From Wisconsin: Ground Zero for the RNC’s Voter Intimidation Efforts

The RNC claims that, in the months since Protect the Vote was launched, they exceeded their recruitment goal by over 75,000 volunteers. Wisconsin, a state with 1,850 municipalities, 72 counties and one of the most decentralized elections administration systems in the U.S., reportedly accounted for 5,000 of these signups.

Reunited: Owner back together with missing Milwaukee emotional support dog

After three months, a woman was reunited Monday with her emotional support animal, Riley, who went missing in Milwaukee in July.

What does a district attorney do? Outgoing Milwaukee County DA John Chisholm reflects on the role

Come Nov. 5, Milwaukee County voters will elect a new district attorney. John Chisholm has been in the role since 2007. Ahead of his departure, Chisholm sits down for an interview with WUWM.

Review of Wisconsin talk radio finds stark divides, misinformation

Divided Americans are often described as living in different media bubbles. University of Wisconsin-Madison journalism students listened to several radio hosts across the political spectrum to report on just how different those bubbles are.

The Best Things to Do This Week, According to Our Editors: Oct. 14

Salad from Goodland Greens, Wild Space Dance Co.’s next show and more make the list. Here are the best things to do this week in Milwaukee.

The first and only Wisconsin Senate debate is Friday. Here's how to watch.

The debate begins at 7 p.m. and will be broadcast on radio and television stations across Wisconsin, plus C-SPAN and WisconsinEye.

Holiday lights are already up in in downtown Milwaukee. They're for Halloween.

The Halloween village outside the Baird Center has lighted figures of a ghost, scarecrow, Frankenstein's monster and two witches.

Wisconsin possible 1st frost, freeze conditions of the season

Around this time of year, southeast Wisconsin typically experiences the first freeze on Oct. 22 when temperatures drop to 32°F.

Harris to travel to Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin next week

Vice President Harris is set to travel to Pennsylvania, Michigan and Wisconsin in the coming days, hitting the road every day next week with just three weeks left until election day. Harris and her running mate,

Voter registration campaign focuses on youth at Milwaukee Tech College

A voter registration campaign stopped off at MATC's downtown campus to engage with young voters about the upcoming election.

WisDOT to close two park-and-ride lots, partially close a third in Milwaukee County

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced Monday that it would close two park-and-ride lots and partially close a third in Milwaukee County.

Korean diplomat joins Milwaukee’s Korean American community in celebration of 79th Liberation Day

The Milwaukee event featured speeches from various community leaders. Among the attendees was Junghan Kim, Consul General of the Republic of Korea in Chicago, who traveled from Illinois to join the celebration. He used the opportunity to share his thoughts on the significance of the day and its importance to the Korean community in Milwaukee.

A Cultural Bridge: Why Milwaukee needs to invest in a Museum that celebrates Korean art and history

While still just a proof of concept, SeonJoo sees the establishment of the museum as an investment in Milwaukee’s future, one that promises economic returns, promotes cultural awareness, and enriches the lives of all who call Milwaukee their home.

Khris Middleton on Bucks’ goals, ‘injury-prone’ label and blocking outside noise

A couple other teams are on the rise in the East, but the 33-year-old doesn't care. His focus this season is internal.

Polzin: How a Hall of Fame speech filled with thank-yous ended a 'beautiful day' for Bo Ryan

The former Wisconsin coach got emotional while basking in his big moment. But, mostly, the legendary coach showed how grateful he was for the help he received.

In Wisconsin, election officials push back against critics of drop boxes

Wisconsin election officials are reassuring the public about the safety of ballot drop boxes, which have been the subject of conspiracy theories in the state since 2020.

Brewers' Pat Murphy keeping close eye on the playoffs while looking for ways to get better

Instead of regressing after manager Craig Counsell left for the rival Chicago Cubs and 2021 NL Cy Young Award winner Corbin Burnes was traded to Baltimore, the Milwaukee Brewers overcame

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