Milwaukee, WI|News|
Milwaukee Police Investigating Multiple Shootings
Milwaukee police are investigating three separate shootings that occurred Thursday night around 8:29 p.m. and 9:24 p.m.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
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A South Carolina native, Nikki is a journalist who covers the Southeast for Patch.com. A news junkie with a journalism degree from the University of South Carolina, she strives to provide readers with as much relevant, local content as possible. Have a news tip? Send them to nikki.gaskins@patch.com.
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Milwaukee, WI|News|
Salvation Army Of Milwaukee County Exceeds Red Kettle Goal
“In a year of unprecedented need, we expected a possible 50 percent decrease in fundraising at the red kettle," Major Steve Woodard said.
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Shorewood, WI|News|
Shorewood Board Set To Discuss Tax Increment District Creation
Tax increment financing (TIF) is a tool used by municipal governments to stimulate economic development in a targeted geographical area.
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Milwaukee, WI|News|
Milwaukee PD: Man Wanted For Stealing Property From Vehicle
The Milwaukee Police Department is asking the public's help with tracking down a man accused of vehicle theft.
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Milwaukee, WI|News|
Milwaukee VA To Hold 2-Day Walk-In Coronavirus Vaccine Clinic
No appointment is necessary, but veterans must commit to returning for a second-dose appointment within three weeks.
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Across Wisconsin, WI|News|
Enhancements Made To Wisconsin's COVID-19 Data Activity Dashboard
According to state officials, these updates are designed to help the public better understand important case activity metrics in Wisconsin.
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Whitefish Bay, WI|News|
Feb. 16 Primary: Whitefish Bay Urges Residents To Vote By Mail
Due to the continued threat of the coronavirus, village officials are urging residents to request an absentee ballot by Feb. 11, 2021.
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Across Wisconsin, WI|News|
Wisconsin DOJ Releases Data On Police Use Of Body-Worn, Dash Cams
According to 434 responding agencies, 88% of them indicated using at least one form of recording device among their officers.
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Milwaukee, WI|News|
MKE Announces Campaign To End Human Trafficking
Passengers have recently begun noticing signage throughout the airport asking for help in spotting signs of human trafficking.
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Milwaukee, WI|News|
Milwaukee Man Charged In Deadly Hit-And-Run Of Ex-University Dean
Jordan Jones has been charged in connection with the fatal accident that resulted in the death of Marquette University Dean Joseph Daniels.
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Shorewood, WI|News|
Shorewood Dog Waste Stations: Parks Commission Seeks Public Input
Where should the village place proposed dog waste stations? The Parks Commission wants suggestions from residents.
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Oak Creek, WI|News|
Oak Creek Police Report Alarming Trend In Vehicle Thefts
“Please do not leave a valet key in your vehicle, and do not leave your vehicle running with the key in the ignition,” police warned.
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Greenfield, WI|News|
Nearly 100 Smoke Alarms Donated To Greenfield Fire Department
According to the fire department, it plans to distribute the smoke alarms to Greenfield residents who are in need of one.
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Greendale, WI|News|
Greendale Crime Blotter: DUI, Theft, Disorderly Conduct
The Greendale Police Department responded to 271 calls for service from Jan. 6-Jan. 12.
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Milwaukee, WI|News|
Milwaukee Children As Young As One Now Being Tested For COVID-19
Previously, children in Milwaukee had to be five years of age or older to be tested.
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Milwaukee, WI|News|
Milwaukee Common Council Votes To Accept $9.7M COPS Grant
The federal grant allows for the hiring of 30 new Milwaukee police officers for three years.
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Milwaukee, WI|News|
Milwaukee Council Votes To Create Interagency Housing Plan
"Having strong neighborhoods starts with making housing affordable and accessible for everyone,” said President Cavalier Johnson.
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Across Wisconsin, WI|News|
Wisconsin Is 2021’s 11th Best State To Drive In, Report Finds
The WalletHub report ranked the 50 states across 31 key metrics, such as average gas prices, road quality, rush-hour congestion, etc.
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Milwaukee, WI|News|
Milwaukee Medical Examiner Releases Preliminary 2020 Death Data
The third leading cause of death among residents in Milwaukee County stemmed from COVID-19 complications, according to the medical examiner.
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Across Wisconsin, WI|News|
WI Residents 65+ Eligible For COVID-19 Vaccine Starting Jan. 25
“Older adults have been hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, and prioritizing this population will help save lives,” state officials said.
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