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On a history note | Remembering the Schroeder Dairy fire in September 1964
West Bend, WI – It was February 2015 when a large fire raced through the Renner farm on the corner of County Road G in the Town of Trenton. Neighbors in West Bend, WI recalled the water coming out of their taps was orange as fire crews drained the water supply to help douse the…

Five things to watch as Milwaukee Bucks head into post-Giannis era
A new era begins in Milwaukee — and there are plenty of questions.
Federal immigration policy may be worsening Wisconsin’s caregiver shortage, leaders say
Policy changes by the Trump administration are weakening an already struggling workforce that helps care for Wisconsin’s older adults and disabled population.
What You Need to Know after EHD Virus is Confirmed in Wisconsin Cattle
A virus that can cause illness in deer is now confirmed in Wisconsin cattle for only the second time. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) says samples from non-lactating dairy cattle in Waukesha County tested positive for epizootic…

Can Wisconsin Recoup Billions In Data Center Tax Breaks?
New analysis says income, utility and property taxes could offset lost sales tax revenue from big projects.
‘Building Not Rebuilding’ at Bucks Media Day 2026
Players, management express optimism in first season without Antetokounmpo.
What is the Milwaukee Bucks’ plan? Owner Wes Edens, GM Jon Horst explain
For years, the expectation for the Bucks was simple: compete for a championship. Heading into 2026-27, the goal — and the path to get there — looks very different.

Milwaukee Hosting International G20 Trade Meeting
Labor unions and free-trade critics respond to global trade leaders visit to Milwaukee.

Brewers 6, Cardinals 4: Milwaukee finishes with 103 wins
The Milwaukee Brewers capped a franchise-record 103-win season with a 6-4 victory over St. Louis as Jacob Misiorowski finished a dominant campaign.

Misiorowski continues Cy Young Award push and Turang gets 100th RBI as Brewers beat Cardinals 6-4
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jacob Misiorowski allowed two hits in 5 1/3 shutout innings to cap his brilliant season as the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 6-4 on Sunday. The Brewers improved to 103-59 and closed the regular season with five straight victories, matching…

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