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In today's newsletter:

  • Why Milwaukee’s Beerline trail keeps filling with trash despite cleanups
  • Still waiting on your leaves to disappear from Milwaukee streets?
  • What’s new at Milwaukee Public Museum before it leaves Wells Street?

Also on today's calendar: Kids & Screens and 9 more events.

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  • Saturday: A mix of snow and rain, with a high of 35 and low of 23 degrees.
  • Sunday: Morning snow showers; windy, temps: high: 31, low: 28.
  • Monday: Intervals of clouds and sun, with a high of 41 and low of 33 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Illegal dumping on Milwaukee's Beerline bike trail angers residents, mayor (wisn.com) — Illegal dumping along Milwaukee’s Beerline bike trail extension is angering neighbors and Mayor Cavalier Johnson, even after recent cleanups. Residents blame the lack of cameras as trash quickly returns after each sweep. The city is expanding hidden camera enforcement and plans to add bollards next week to keep vehicles off the path and protect this Milwaukee corridor.
   

2. Milwaukee County residents discuss progress of leaf collection after winter weather caused delays (tmj4.com) — Milwaukee and Milwaukee County crews are finally making headway on long-delayed leaf collection, but many residents still see stubborn piles on their blocks. The city’s Department of Public Works is focusing on large combined piles now, leaving smaller piles and loose leaves for spring. Neighbors are urging Milwaukee to start collection earlier next year to avoid another winter backlog.
   

3. Ancient world takes center stage at Milwaukee Public Museum (tmj4.com) — Milwaukee Public Museum is launching a month-long “Ancient Civilizations: Greatest Hits” exhibit, kicking off its final year in the historic Wells Street building. Visitors can explore mummies, butterflies, dinosaurs, and the beloved Streets of Old Milwaukee as the museum plans its move to a new facility near 6th and McKinley in 2027.
   

4. Chief marketing and communication officer named to Milwaukee Business Journal's 40 Under 40 (marquette.edu) — A Marquette University marketing leader has been named to the Milwaukee Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 list, highlighting her impact on campus and across the city. Several other Milwaukee-connected professionals, including leaders in development, law, county government, and finance, also made the list. Honorees will be recognized in a special edition and at a March ceremony downtown.
   

5. Milwaukee community gathers for vigil honoring woman found dead in arson (wisn.com) — Neighbors in Milwaukee gathered for a heartfelt vigil remembering Gladys Johnson, who was found dead after a house fire near 26th and Hadley. Her family shared their grief as officials confirmed her death was a homicide and police continue investigating, with her boyfriend already in custody nearby. Residents are waiting for answers about what truly happened.
   

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