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Teen Shot In Stolen Car Mixup + Bird Flu + Pedestrian Deaths In WI
A mother accused of killing a son over war fears, the Waukesha SUV driver's trial date stays and DNA on a fork solves a theft.

MILWAUKEE, WI — Miss any stories in Wisconsin this week? Here are the top stories.
Teen Shot By Wauwatosa Police Was Driving Recovered Stolen Car
WAUWATOSA, WI — A 17-year-old shot and injured by Wauwatosa police officers was driving a recovered car listed as stolen, police chief James MacGillis said. Read more.
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Bird Flu In Wisconsin: What To Know About The Deadly Outbreak
WISCONSIN — Wisconsin officials have already destroyed a flock of 3 million chickens to stop the spread of the flu, according to reports. Read more.
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Wisconsin Pedestrian Deaths Jumped 85% in 1st Half Of 2021: Report
WISCONSIN — The increase of people killed by cars while walking across the U.S. has been "completely unacceptable," a highway safety expert said. Read more.
Russian-American Mother Strangles Son Over War Fears: Police
WISCONSIN — The mother accused of killing her son in Sheboygan Falls told police she didn't want him to be abused, according to a criminal complaint. Read more.
No Delay For Darrell Brooks Jr.'s Trial, Judge Rules: Reports
WAUKESHA, WI — The October trial date was "not realistic," Brooks' lawyers said. The man is accused of driving his SUV through a Waukesha parade. Read more.
Charges In Racine Brewery Break-In After DNA Found On Fork: Complaint
MOUNT PLEASANT, WI — Police believe the man left his DNA on the fork when he took food from the brewery's fridge during the break-in, the complaint says. Read more.
Worth A Read:
- Missing Wisconsin Surgeon Died In Fall During Hike: Sheriff
- Plans For 'Waukesha Strong' Downtown Mural To Remember Parade Victims
- End Of An Era: Exclusive Company To Close After 66 Years In Wisconsin
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