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Cardboard sculptures tell Wisconsin artist's family story Aug 20, 2026

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An art exhibition in the Milwaukee area is displaying cardboard sculptures that highlight Chinese traditions. The showcase also depicts how the artist’s family survived war and emigrated to Wisconsin.

Feds to probe whether Milwaukee Public Schools considers race in student discipline Aug 19, 2026

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After an April executive order by the Trump administration, the Department of Education has taken the stance that considering race in school discipline violates the Civil Rights Act.

The Milwaukee block that keeps getting flooded and one family's struggle to stay dry Aug 19, 2026

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Historic floods last August, followed by more floods this spring, have left scars across Milwaukee. Some people have lost faith that their homes will stay dry.

Three families lost loved ones after Milwaukee's historic 2025 floods Aug 18, 2026

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While last August’s historic flooding caused almost $240 million in damage, officials didn't rule it cost any lives. But three families who lost loved ones disagree.

MMSD committee recommends Jacobs replace Veolia as wastewater treatment contractor Aug 18, 2026

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Two companies are vying for a 10-year, multimillion-dollar contract to run Milwaukee’s wastewater treatment plants. An ad hoc committee released its recommendation on which company MMSD should choose.

One year after Milwaukee floods, a neighborhood cleanup leader reflects Aug 11, 2026

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Last year, much of Milwaukee was under water. And while people waited for the local and federal government to spring into action, a group of men took to the streets, helping where they could. They reflect on last year's flooding and how their work has continued.

With Lake Michigan shoreline access in court, Geneva Lake provides example of public access Aug 07, 2026

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Do people have the right to walk Wisconsin’s Lake Michigan shoreline? That question is at the heart of a current court case. Meanwhile, there’s a path along the much-coveted Geneva Lake shoreline that’s been accessible to the public for decades.

Milwaukee honors radio host Homer Blow for using his decades-long career to serve the community Aug 06, 2026

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Homer Blow, a longtime radio personality in Milwaukee, was recently honored by the Common Council for his decades-long career and service to the community.

What to know about the Wisconsin airline that has a billion-dollar contract with ICE Aug 06, 2026

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There are a lot of different airlines that fly in and out of Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport every day. But only one of them has a billion-dollar contract with ICE. What to know about Air Wisconsin.

Milwaukee scientist teams up with USA Triathlon to monitor lake temperature Aug 05, 2026

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More than 5,000 athletes are descending on Milwaukee for the 2026 USA Triathlon. They’ll be jumping into Lake Michigan for the swimming portion of the race.

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