Waukesha|News|
Waukesha Lyft Driver Refuses Ride to Passenger Without A Mask
Police were called on Saturday for a passenger who refused to exit a Lyft after a disagreement over a face mask policy.
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- Waukesha, WI
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Wauwatosa, WI|News|
2 Arrested During Protests In Wauwatosa
Police say a crowd of protesters 'confronted' officers in Wauwatosa on Friday night.
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Waukesha|News|
How Coronavirus Affects Wisconsin Kids: 5 Things To Know
A total of 8,413 kids have tested positive for coronavirus in Wisconsin. A new report looks at the coronavirus’s effect on children.
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Waukesha|News|
Waukesha Library Reopens After 'Potential Case Of COVID-19
The library had closed on Tuesday after the potential case.
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Waukesha|News|
Man Pleads Guilty In 2019 Waukesha County Pursuit; Gets 8 Years
Nathan Halfmann pleaded guilty to two charges and was sentenced to eight years behind bars for his role in a standoff with police.
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Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Wauwatosa Cites Technical Issues For Canceled Zoom Meeting
The Police and Fire Commission meeting has been rescheduled for Aug. 17 to discuss Officer Joseph Mensah's future with the department.
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Wauwatosa, WI|News|
'A Model For Meaningful Change,' Mayor Addresses Protests
Wauwatosa mayor warns protesters could be arrested, fined on private property as Police Union reveals poll results.
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Brookfield, WI|News|
'We Will Not Divide,' Islamic Society of Milwaukee Says Of Remark
An Elmbrook School District parent directed remarks to a Muslim Board Member during an Aug. 11 meeting.
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Brookfield, WI|News|
Parent Directs 'Defamatory Speech' Toward Muslim Member: EBSD
The Elmbrook School Board apologized over the parent's comments during the meeting on the plan for reopening.
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Wauwatosa, WI|News|
MCTS Increases Bus Capacity To 15 Passengers
Mask wearing increases after MCTS new mask requirement and free masks.
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Waukesha|News|
Man Claims He Doesn't Have To Wear Mask Due To CCW Law
Waukesha Police responded on Wednesday to a health facility for a man upset over mask mandate.
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Waukesha|News|
EPA Announces $137 Million Water Infrastructure Loan to the City
The Great Lakes Water Supply Project will provide the City of Waukesha with a new, safer source for drinking water.
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Waukesha|News|
Waukesha School District Approves 'Hybrid' Start To School Year
Parents held signs before the meeting to advocate for face-to-face learning.
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Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Republican Winner In State Assembly 14 Race Has Car Stolen
Bonnie Lee, who won the Republican nomination, woke up to news that her car was stolen in Wauwatosa.
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Brookfield, WI|News|
Elmbrook Schools To Go In-Person Learning 5-Days A Week
Parents comment during school board meeting on Tuesday night.
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Brookfield, WI|News|
Silverspot Cinema Launches 'Silverspot Private' For Movie Buffs
Silverspot will be showing new films beginning August 21 with a limited reduced price.
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Waukesha|News|
Morgan Geyser Loses Slender Man Stabbing Appeal
Geyser's attorney argues she should have been charged with attempted second-degree intentional homicide putting case in juvenile court.
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Wauwatosa, WI|News|
'Certainly An Attempt To Harm Him,' Wauwatosa Police Chief Says
Wauwatosa Police Chief Barry Weber appeared on the Mark Belling Show Tuesday to discuss incident involving suspended officer Joseph Mensah.
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Waukesha|News|
Waukesha Library Closed Due To Potential Coronavirus Case
The library said fines will not be accrued until it reopens.
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Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Wisconsin 2020 Primary Election Results: Ramón Currently Leading
Milwaukee County Register of Deeds incumbent Ramón faces off in contested race against longtime County Supervisor Weishan.
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