Waukesha|News|
Man Complains To Waukesha Police About Dust
The man was advised that "if he dusts regularly in his room this will reduce the amount of particles in the air."
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Waukesha|News|
Waukesha Police Called Regarding 'Man With Snake' Talking To Kids
The man told police he promoting babysitting services.
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Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Several Car And Bike Thefts Reported In Wauwatosa
In one incident a car was used in an ATM theft.
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Waukesha|News|
'Racially Insensitive' Images Sent By 2 KM Students, Police Say
Two students from the Kettle Moraine School District are facing disorderly conduct charges.
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Waukesha|News|
Woman Set On Fire In Waukesha; 39-Year-Old Man charged
Joel Murn, 39, is facing six felonies in connection with several incidents involving fires on Wednesday.
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Brookfield, WI|News|
BelAir Cantina’s Expansion At The Corners Of Brookfield Complete
BelAir Cantina has finished construction of its new 3,000 sq. ft. addition.
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Waukesha|News|
Waukesha Record Store Finds New Groove In New Location
Starship Records In Waukesha has moved to 275 W. Main St.
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Waukesha|News|
Burglary In Progress Reported In Waukesha
Police say it is not known if the male was trying to get into "the wrong house."
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Brookfield, WI|News|
Brookfield Parking Lot Cinema Extension Denied
The Town of Brookfield Board turned down the request on Aug. 18 due to "due to violations of conditions."
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Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Wauwatosa School District Confirms 5 Cases of COVID-19
Longfellow Middle School will shift to virtual learning until Sept. 11.
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Wauwatosa, WI|News|
'Racist Language' Letters Mailed To Wauwatosa Residents
Mayor McBride said, "Anyone who believes that 'Wauwatosa should be for whites only' should leave Wauwatosa now."
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Waukesha|News|
'Grateful To Still Have My Life', Burn Victim Says In Post
Amber Fuller of Waukesha was walking her dogs when she was burned in an unprovoked attack Wednesday, according to reports.
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Waukesha|News|
Waukesha Grocers Ask For Respect Regarding Face Mask Policy
Owners of Good Harvest Market sent a letter to customers about people upset over the mask mandate.
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Waukesha|News|
Waukesha Cop's Note On Boy's Grave Provided Comfort, Family Says
Waukesha police Officer Ryan Bukouras left a sweet note on the grave of a 13-year-old killed in a car crash in 2005.
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Waukesha|News|
Several Coronavirus Cases Reported In Waukesha School District
A memo was sent to the district community on Aug. 29 about at least four positive cases.
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New Berlin, WI|News|
Several Reports of Yard Signs Stolen In New Berlin
In some cases, signs were destroyed in New Berlin.
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Waukesha|News|
Suspect In Menomonee Falls Sign Stealing Identified and Cited
The crime alert was canceled on Monday.
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Waukesha|News|
Legacy Of Emma Mertens Lives On Through Donated K9 In Waukesha
The Emma Loves Dogs Foundation donated a K9 in memory of Emma Mertens, who loved dogs.
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Waukesha|News|
New Charges For Waukesha Teen Accused Of Bringing Guns To School
Tyrone Smith was charged with three new counts of felony bail jumping on Aug. 21 among other charges.
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Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Couple Steals $50 Crab Legs From Wauwatosa Store, Police Say
A man threatened an employee with a gun after he was confronted, police said.
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