Oak Creek, WI|News|
Oak Creek-Franklin Targets Sep. 28 Return For In-Person Schooling
Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District officials voted unanimously on reopening district schools before the month is out.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Wisconsin: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in Wisconsin are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
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Waukesha, WI|News|
'Unjust Punishment,' Mom Of Suspended Carroll Student Says
Carroll University held a news conference on Wednesday to discuss its pandemic policies.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Waukesha, WI|News|
3 Carroll University Students Suspended Over Off-Campus Party
Carroll University students were required to sign a supplemental code of conduct agreement pertaining to the coronavirus pandemic.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Greendale, WI|News|
Babysitter Helping Greendale-Area Parents Cope With School Start
Maia Scurry said she has started a babysitter business. She's one of the many people helping parents as their children go back to school.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
120 Milwaukee Bars, Restaurants Now Have No-Limit Dining
Businesses such as Lakefront Brewery, Jimmy John's, Odd Duck, and AJ Bombers were among the 120 that had safety plans approved by Milwaukee.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Across Wisconsin|News|
New U.S. Eviction Moratorium In Effect For Rest Of 2020
The federal order will last through December, but tenants must act in order to be covered. Here's what you need to know.
Greenfield, WI|News|
Wisconsin Coronavirus Cases 'Still Too High' Heading Into September
State health officials continue to urge more testing to understand how widespread the virus is
Across Wisconsin|News|
Wisconsin Shatters Coronavirus Case Record Ahead Of Labor Day
Wisconsin broke its previous single-day coronavirus case count by nearly 400 positives on Friday ahead of the holiday weekend.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Waukesha, WI|News|
Waukesha Record Store Finds New Groove In New Location
Starship Records In Waukesha has moved to 275 W. Main St.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
11 Private Milwaukee Schools Get Permission To Start In-Person
Milwaukee Lutheran, Blessed Savior, Right Step and St. Vincent Palotti all had their plans approved by health officials.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Mount Pleasant-Sturtevant, WI|News|
'I've Been Praying For This City,' Kenosha Biden Attendee Says
Theresa McMorris was there Thursday when Joe Biden came to Kenosha following the Jacob Blake police shooting. Here's why her voice matters.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
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."
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Franklin, WI|News|
Reopening Metrics Moving In Right Direction In Oak Creek-Franklin
Franklin students going to school in Oak Creek returned to school virtually on Tuesday. Here's what it would take to go back in-person.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Across Wisconsin|News|
Nov. 3 Election Will Be 'Secure,' Wisconsin Officials Say
Due to training exercises and upgraded technology, Wisconsin election officials say they are confident in the security of the Nov. election.
Waukesha, WI|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.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Greendale, WI|News|
'Our District Has Many Heroes' School Returns In Greendale
The fall school semester began Tuesday in Greendale as the district embarks on digital learning and also a hybrid model.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Brookfield, WI|News|
Anytime Fitness In Brookfield Launches Outdoor Gym
The outdoor gym, known as The Annex, is located in the parking lot of Ruby Isle strip mall.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
2021 Summerfest Plans Revealed: 3 Weekends, More Artists
Three months after organizers canceled the 2020 Summerfest, they came back with larger festival plans for 2021.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Oak Creek, WI|News|
Oak Creek Teacher To Help Families Navigate The 'Virtual Gap'
As Oak Creek parents grapple with virtual learning, this Oak Creek teacher is offering to step in and help at home starting this fall.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Tommy Thompson Says UW Systems Schools Could Reopen Safely Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
“Students, this is up to you,” he said. “You can live in mom and dad’s basement or you can stay in Madison, Milwaukee or Platteville."
Oak Creek, WI|News|
'We Have No Choice': WI Family Grapples With Virtual School
Virtual schooling upended the lives of Timm and Laurie Nowak of Oak Creek. This fall, it's going to happen to them again.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Milwaukee Would Be Long Shot To Host DNC In 2024 Gov. Evers Says
Gov. Tony Evers was the only live speaker in Milwaukee during Day 3 of the 2020 DNC. He doesn't think Milwaukee will get a do-over in 2024.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Tosa Block Party Announces Expansion And Cafe
The owner plans to move to 10600 West Bluemound Road in October.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Wisconsin Registration, Absentee Ballot Deadlines For November
Here's the last day Wisconsin voters can register online ahead of the November election, and the last day to mail absentee ballots.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Oak Creek, WI|News|
Parents To Protest Oak Creek-Franklin's Virtual School Start
"The board has followed the recommendations of the minority political group YES for Oak Creek Schools," protest organizers wrote.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Wisconsin Taken Off Chicago's Coronavirus Quarantine List
Health officials in Chicago took Wisconsin off the 14-day quarantine list — Wisconsin was on the list for nearly three weeks.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Mount Pleasant-Sturtevant, WI|News|
RUSD Fall Sports Moved To Spring Under New Schedule
On Friday, the WIAA board approved a 7-week alternate fall season that will run from February through May.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Wisconsin High School Football Could Start In March In New Plan
The WIAA approved a new high school sports schedule that provides an alternate fall season option for schools concerned about COVID-19.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Across Wisconsin|News|
Big 10 Cancels Football Season, No Wisconsin Football: Reports
The Big Ten released their 2020 schedule — a modified one given the COVID-19 pandemic that's continuing across the U.S.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Waukesha, WI|News|
Drown Your WI State Fair Sorrow With A 'Cream Puff' Drink
Station No. 06 is selling a drink complete with extra whipped cream.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Mount Pleasant-Sturtevant, WI|News|
Wisconsin Veterans' Home Hit Hard By Coronavirus Outbreak
A veterans home for 150 residents has reported an outbreak of COVID-19 cases, and leaders are urging loved ones to stay home.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Waukesha, WI|News|
'A Tough Year': New Berlin Club Affected By Fair Cancellation
New Berlin Lions Club announce corn sale and online order to raise funds for the community.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Wauwatosa, WI|News|
AJ Bombers, Smoke Shack Have Closed At The Mayfair Collection
"This was far from an easy decision," Vice President of Operations, Chris Adams said.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Greendale, WI|News|
Wisconsin National Guard To Be Called Out For Aug. 11 Primary
More than 2,400 Wisconsin Guard members mobilized to help during the April election; now they're being called up for the Aug. 11 primary.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Waukesha, WI|News|
'Not A Matter Of If, But When:' COVID-19 Tips For Biz Owners
Wisconsin Restaurant Association presents to Waukesha County how to navigate through the coronavirus.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Oak Creek, WI|News|
Coronavirus Can't Cut This Wisconsin Ballplayer's Dream Short
When the coronavirus pandemic forced college sports seasons to end early, Matt McCarty thought his baseball career was over for good.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Wauwatosa, WI|News|
'Most Devastating Thing To Happen,' Hotel Owner Says Of Pandemic
Business is down 70 percent at Forty Winks Inn in Wauwatosa.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Milwaukee Brewers' Friday Opener Now Part Of Doubleheader
The team was scheduled to play the St. Louis Cardinals in a three-game weekend series, starting with a 1:10 p.m. game Friday.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Wisconsin Gov. Evers Issues Statewide Mask Mandate
Wisconsin has joined the list of states that now require face masks amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Scott Anderson, Patch Staff
Waukesha, WI|News|
Coronavirus Closes Waukesha Bar & Restaurant Temporarily
Mainstream Bar & Restaurant is closed for 'at least a week,' according to a sign posted at the business.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
