Waukesha, WI|News|
Waukesha School Board Explains Firing Of 'Rainbowland' Teacher
The Waukesha School Board voted 9-0 to fire a teacher who publicly criticized her school for banning a Miley Cyrus song from a concert.
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Brookfield, WI|News|
Another Retailer Closing All Wisconsin Stores
CNN Business reported that debtors canceled an auction of the entire business last week.
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Milwaukee|News|
Armored Car Guard Shot During Robbery In Milwaukee: Police
An armored car guard shot at a suspect during a robbery in Milwaukee Thursday, though police said they don't know if the suspect was struck.
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Milwaukee|News|
New WI State Fair Foods In 2023 Include Alligator Toes And Spicy Slush
You'll also find chow mein topped with bugs and over 100 other new dishes and drinks at Wisconsin State Fair 2023, organizers said.
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Waukesha, WI|News|
Waukesha County Technical College Awards Eaton Corporation With Futuremaker Partner Award
The company has long supported Waukesha County Technical College and continues to expand on its robust industry-education, WCTC said.
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Waukesha, WI|News|
Teacher Fired After 'Rainbowland' Controversy In Waukesha: Report
After a protest and hourslong hearing Wednesday, reports said the Waukesha School Board decided to fire the "Rainbowland" teacher.
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Waukesha, WI|News|
'Rainbowland' Controversy Sparks Demonstration In Waukesha: Photos
School district administrators met to consider firing the teacher who was put on leave after suggesting the song for a first-grade concert.
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Across Wisconsin, WI|News|
18 Wisconsin Companies Named Among America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023
Some of the largest companies headquartered in Wisconsin were ranked by Newsweek as the best spots to work nationwide.
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Across Wisconsin, WI|News|
Where Does WI Rank Among America’s Top States For Businesses?
Wisconsin tumbled from the middle of the pack to the bottom 20 in CNBC's annual ranking of the best states to do business in.
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Across Wisconsin, WI|News|
New Season Of 'Top Chef' Headed To Wisconsin's Culinary Scene
Bravo's television show "Top Chef" is coming to explore Milwaukee and Madison for its 21st season with new hosts, NBC Universal announced.
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Milwaukee|News|
Summerfest 2023 Saw 40 Percent Increase In Admissions Over Last Year
Over 600 artists played and over 600,000 fans attended Summerfest 2023, marking an increase in attendance over last year, organizers said.
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Milwaukee|News|
Milwaukee Approves 2 Percent Local Sales Tax Increase
In an effort to avoid cuts to city services, the Milwaukee Common Council on Tuesday approved a two percent local sales tax, reports said.
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Across Wisconsin, WI|News|
18 Guns Have Been Seized At Wisconsin Airports In 2023 So Far: TSA
A Transportation Security Administration official said he is hoping to see fewer guns at Wisconsin airports in the second half of 2023.
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Across Wisconsin, WI|News|
830-Acre Wildfire In Wisconsin Largely Contained; 20 Buildings Lost
Authorities said an 830-acre wildfire around 70 miles north of Madison in Waushara County was 99 percent contained by Tuesday morning.
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Across Wisconsin, WI|News|
7 Wisconsin Students Win College-Sponsored National Merit Scholarships
Seven high school students from Wisconsin were named among 750 additional National Merit Scholarship winners on Monday.
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Across Wisconsin, WI|News|
Northern Lights Could Be Visible Over Wisconsin Thursday: How To See
The dazzling lights of aurora borealis may be gazing over Wisconsin this week after the sun ejected a huge cloud of particles.
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Milwaukee|News|
Slurpee Day: How To Get 7-Eleven's Frozen Drink For Free
Slurpee lovers will be able to get a small size of the frozen concoction for free from 7-Eleven on Tuesday. Here's what to know.
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Milwaukee|News|
Milwaukee Mitchell Airport Hosting TSA PreCheck Enrollment Into July
Milwaukee's airport is hosting a TSA PreCheck enrollment center into July for flyers to access expedited airport security lines.
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Greenfield, WI|News|
Motorcycle Crash Near Loomis Road And Layton Avenue Was Fatal: Police
A motorcyclist was killed after hitting a parked car early Sunday morning in Greenfield, according to police and reports.
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Muskego, WI|News|
Powerball Ticket Sold In Muskego Wins $50K; Jackpot Remains At $590M
A $50,000 winning Powerball ticket sold at a grocery store in Muskego Wednesday was just one matching number shy of a $590 million jackpot.
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