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Milwaukee Officer Memorialized In Washington: Week In Review

Plus, La Niña returns to Wisconsin, four teens arrested in a hit and run and a turkey recall.

Here's all the top Patch headlines this week.
Here's all the top Patch headlines this week. (Scott Anderson/Patch)

WISCONSIN — Miss any stories in Wisconsin this week? Here are the top stories.


Police Officer Matthew Rittner To Be Memorialized In Washington

WASHINGTON — The Greenfield High School alum who was killed in the line of duty in 2019 was added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. Read more.

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La Niña Returns: Wisconsin Poised For Colder, Wetter Winter

MILWAUKEE, WI — La Niña is back for a second year, which means Wisconsin will see a cold and wet winter as the phenomenon lasts until spring. Read more.

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4 Teens Arrested In Fatal Wauwatosa Hit-And-Run

WAUWATOSA, WI — A 47-year-old woman was killed in the hit-and-run early Thursday morning. Read more.


Meat Recalls In Wisconsin: Butterball Turkey And Beef Gravy

MILWAUKEE, WI — Meat recalls in Wisconsin address plastic found in ground turkey and unacceptable lead levels in beef gravy products. Read more.


We Energies Bills To Rise In Winter Due To Natural Gas Shortages

WISCONSIN — The energy company says that gas shortages, severe weather and hot summers will bump up some Wisconsin heating bills. Read more.


5 Insects Making A Beeline For Wisconsin Houses Right Now

WISCONSIN — Brown marmorated stink bugs aren't the only insects you have to worry about taking up residence in Wisconsin houses right now. Read more.


School Policy COVID-19 Mitigation Strategies Work: Expert

MILWAUKEE, WI — An expert says collective action is still a priority during the pandemic as Wisconsin school boards decide COVID-19 mitigation policies. Read more.


28% Of Milwaukee County Workers Haven't Given Vaccine Proof

WISCONSIN — Milwaukee County employees either proved they were fully vaccinated or got an exemption under the county's new COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Read more.


65 WI COVID Deaths In 2 Days: Highest Average Since February

MILWAUKEE, WI — Wisconsin's seven-day average for COVID-19 deaths reached 17 on Tuesday, the highest its been since February. Read more.


Deer, Moose And Elk: Spot The Difference While Hunting In WI

MILWAUKEE, WI — Hunters should know their targets and the difference between white-tailed deer and elk this season. Read more.


Natural Arsenic Spurs Recall Of Baby Cereal In Wisconsin Walmart

MILWAUKEE, WI — Trace amounts of naturally occurring arsenic were found in Parent's Choice Rice Baby Cereal sold at Wisconsin Walmart stores. Read more.


Wisconsin Is One Of The Most Energy-Efficient States: Report

WISCONSIN — Wisconsin ranked among the top 10 states for efficient car and home energy consumption, WalletHub reported. Read more.


7 University Of Wisconsin Campuses Hit 70% Vaccination Rate

WISCONSIN — University of Wisconsin-Stout is the latest UW school to reach the system's "70 for 70" COVID-19 vaccination goal. Read more.


City, Police Union Come To Agreement Over COVID-19 Vaccinations

MILWAUKEE, WI — Officers represented by the Milwaukee Police Supervisors Organization will have to get vaccinated by Nov. 30 — or wear a mask on duty. Read more.


Costs Are Biggest Obstacle For Milwaukee Small-Business Owners

MILWAUKEE, WI — Lack of access to training, money and cultural recognition are a problem for Milwaukee's small-business owners, according to a study. Read more.

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