Waukesha|News|
Waukesha County Man Charged In Paintball Attack Against Soldiers
The apparent QAnon supporter was accused of firing paintball rounds at two U.S. Army reservists in Pewaukee.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
- Waukesha, WI
My name is Karen Pilarski, Field Editor for Patch.com for the following communities: Waukesha, New Berlin, Brookfield and Wauwatosa.
I was a reporter for several years at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and Waukesha Freeman and most recently a news producer with WISN 12.
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New Berlin, WI|News|
New Berlin To Participate In Give Education Day
Through the Give Education event, the New Berlin School District hopes to raise funds to recognize and reward teachers and support staff.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Wauwatosa, WI|News|
No Injuries Reported In Wauwatosa Apartment Fire
An apartment fire broke out on Friday evening in the 2600 block of N. 67th Street.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Brookfield, WI|News|
Support Shown For Teacher Involved In Brookfield Sex Survey
An online petition created for a Brookfield Central teacher has gained over 2,000 signatures.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Waukesha|News|
As Millions Go Hungry, Here’s How To Reduce Food Waste In WI
A new report estimates more than 17 percent of the world's food supply is wasted. In the United States, that number is doubled.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Waukesha|News|
Federal Tax Deadline Moved; Wisconsin Deadline Also Extended
Individual taxpayers are getting a little relief for filing returns and making any payments.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Wisconsin Ribfest Parodies 'Ice Ice Baby' In Video
Elkhorn Ribfest will be held July 15-18 on the Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 East Court St.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Brookfield, WI|News|
Find Easter Family Events In Brookfield
Easter is right around the corner and there are fun activities for the family planned in Brookfield.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Waukesha|News|
More Than A Quarter of Waukesha County Is Vaccinated
The majority of educational staff in Waukesha County were vaccinated within two weeks of the opening of the group’s eligibility on March 1.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
New Berlin, WI|News|
Burghardt Sporting Goods In New Berlin Now Open
On March 27, Burghardt Sporting Goods will host a silent auction to raise money for the City of New Berlin Recreation Center.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Waukesha|News|
Waukesha County Fair Continues For 2021
The 179th Anniversary of the Waukesha County Fair is scheduled July 21 – 25 at the Waukesha County Expo grounds.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Waukesha|News|
Roundy's Warehouse Shooting Victims Identified
Two workers were killed in the shooting in Oconomowoc Tuesday night and the shooter died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Brookfield, WI|News|
Kiddie Academy In Brookfield To Hold Free Spring Event
Family activities include an egg hunt, a photo booth and other kid friendly fun.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Waukesha|News|
Waukesha Habitat for Humanity To Hold Groundbreaking Ceremony
The event is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday at 914 North Grandview Avenue. The event is open to the public.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Milwaukee Judge Charged With Child Pornography Possession
Brett Blomme, 38, was charged following the Wisconsin Department of Justice investigation in which the images were discovered.
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Waukesha|News|
Roundy's Shooter Identified As Wauwatosa Resident
After a man killed two workers at Roundy's Oconomowoc warehouse, he was later found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Witness Photos Released In Wauwatosa Man's Fatal Stabbing
Police want to identify possible witnesses related to the homicide of John Craig Schmutzer that occurred at Devils Lake on October 14.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Egg & Flour Pasta Bar Now Open In Wauwatosa
Egg & Flour Pasta Bar expanded to its third location in the greater Milwaukee area inside Metcalfe's Market in Wauwatosa.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Baby In Wauwatosa Hospital Needs Life-Saving Heart Surgery
Three-month-old Elsie Steinbach is the daughter of first responders from Jefferson County and has been in the hospital since birth.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Wauwatosa Ranks One Of The Best Places To Live In Wisconsin
Wauwatosa ranked no. 11 of Wisconsin's best places to live, according to new rankings from Niche.
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