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Embattled Gov. Scott Walker went on the road this week, appearing at events in Troy, MI, and Springfield, IL. At each venue, he was confronted by hundreds of angry protesters.
Where are the best places in town to get hair and nails done for the big night? We're looking for your help choosing the top spot for prom night hairdos and nails.
Prom is May 19, and thousands of high school students are starting to scope out places to take their dates on the big night. Patch readers weighed in this week, and named the popular pizza joint the best spot.
One woman is dead and a man was seriously injured in a three-car crash that happened at the intersection of 6 Mile and Foley roads. A third man was uninjured.
Prom is May 19, and thousands of high school students are starting to scope out places to take their dates on the big night. Where do you think the best choices are?
Patch readers throughout the Milwaukee area weighed in on some of the best margarita choices in the suburbs. If you're looking to try something new this weekend, take some advice from your neighbors.
It's full-on prom season in Racine, and Patch wants to know which local places are the best when it comes time to look for prom dresses, tuxedos and suits. Vote in our poll, rate and review stores, and leave comments to help people make their choices this
Patch is looking for the best margaritas in the area — whether they be frozen, salty or sweet. So tell us your go-to spot for a margarita, and we'll open the contest to voting next week.
A multi-vehicle crash forced authorities to shut down traffic on Interstate 94 as rescue crews worked to assist the injured. Flight for Life appeared to have been called.
These places throughout the Milwaukee area are known for their Irish offerings on March 17. From corned beef and colcannon to Guinness on tap, to a street festival, there's something to satisfy everyone's Irish craving.
For the first time, Union Grove High School students will attend Rotary Post Prom at the Sturtevant SportsPlex, and the red carpet entrances will be shown on broadcast television, Channel 18 WVTV.
Chiapete succeeds District Attorney Mike Nieskes, who was appointed judge.
In observance of Sunshine Week, Patch is providing some information on your rights to observe your government in action, and some resources to explore open records.
More than 9,000 votes were cast in the Readers' Choice polls seeking the best child care centers in the area. See who the winners were throughout the area.
In observance of Sunshine Week, Patch is providing some information on your rights to observe your government in action, and some resources for you to explore open records yourself.
In observance of Sunshine Week, Patch is providing some information on your rights to observe your government in action, and some resources for you to explore open records yourself.
Cast your vote for the best local place for a St. Patrick's Day blowout.
In observance of Sunshine Week, Patch is providing some information on your rights to observe your government in action, and some resources for you to explore open records yourself.
In observance of Sunshine Week, Patch is providing some information on your rights to observe your government in action, and some resources for you to explore open records yourself.
Do you know people in Mount Pleasant or Sturtevant who have championed local government transparency? Nominate them for Sunshine Week's Local Heroes contest
