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The Sierra Club is suing Wisconsin’s DNR over a $15 billion data center project in Port Washington, arguing it should have triggered a mandatory environmental impact statement due to its massive scale and potential harm to water, air, wildlife, and climate. Despite early DNR emails suggesting the EIS was required, the agency ultimately deemed its own analysis sufficient — a move the Sierra Club cl...

After a devastating fire destroyed Lincoln Avenue School, Milwaukee Public Schools faced a tough choice: split up K-5 students across four schools—or keep them together. Parents fiercely opposed splitting the community, forcing the district to pivot. The solution? Relocate the entire school to Casimir Pulaski High School, where kids will have their own dedicated space, separate entrances, and clas...

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Manty Ellis, Milwaukee’s beloved jazz godfather and guitar legend, passed away at 93, leaving behind a rich legacy that shaped the city’s jazz soul. Born in Bronzeville, he began his journey learning piano before finding his voice on guitar, quickly rising to book his own gigs and become a pillar of Milwaukee’s vibrant scene. Beyond performing, he was a mentor to giants like Brian Lynch and Jeff C...

A woman from Missouri, Kelly Pfeiffer, has been charged with forgery and attempted theft after allegedly teaming up with a male accomplice to scam local bars using counterfeit slot machine tickets—fooling machines and staff with altered copies to claim massive fake payouts. One bar owner caught on when a $2,200 win didn’t appear in the machine’s logs. Pfeiffer was arrested when she returned to a b...

A heartbreaking tragedy unfolds as James Spears, a beloved 45-year-old man with autism, dies after being struck by a truck on I-43—just hours after a missing person alert was issued. His family, devastated and furious, questions how he ended up alone on the highway, pointing to systemic failures by the county and his group home. Despite being known as “Dancing James” for his joyful spirit and comf...

Milwaukee County Democrats are in chaos after a botched primary endorsement process triggered a wave of resignations, leaving leadership scrambling to rebuild amid growing doubts about their ability to win key elections. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based o...

Environmental groups are launching a major legal challenge against Wisconsin’s DNR over a colossal new data center in Port Washington, accusing officials of bypassing mandatory environmental reviews. The $1.3 billion project — a joint venture between Oracle, OpenAI, and Vantage — spans 672 acres and will demand staggering energy and water resources, raising alarms about wetland destruction, air po...

The Brewers just crushed the Cardinals, winning four of five games in St. Louis — a rare feat that’s only happened twice in franchise history. With a dominant six-run third inning fueled by Jake Bauers’ three-run homer and Brice Turang’s 13th blast, Milwaukee cruised to an 8-4 victory. Bauers is now tied for the league lead in three-run homers. Solid contributions from Sal Frelick, Cooper Pratt, a...

Ramen spot Easy Tyger is making a comeback this Saturday—no more ramen, all brunch. After nearly four months closed, the Brady Street staple is ditching its noodly roots for fried chicken and waffles, breakfast burritos, shakshouka, and sweet treats like Banoffee French toast. Owner Nini Trick says it’s a natural fit for the neighborhood, and while the sudden March closure sparked online buzz, the...

East National Flats has officially opened, marking a major milestone for Walker’s Point and the Harbor District as the first residents move in — a vibrant new cornerstone for urban revitalization, designed to energize the neighborhood, boost local economy, and set the stage for future growth. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:...

The Justice Department is threatening Milwaukee with legal action over its mask ban for police, claiming it endangers federal agents and violates federal supremacy — but city officials stand firm, calling the ordinance essential for transparency and accountability, and arguing federal agents may be overstepping constitutional boundaries. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://s...

A breakthrough drug called AVLAYAH is giving new hope to kids with Hunter syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that can severely limit life expectancy. Children’s Wisconsin became the first U.S. hospital to use this pioneering therapy, which can cross the blood-brain barrier — a game-changer for brain development. Six-year-old Roran Jaskulski, diagnosed two years ago, is one of the first patients, an...

A West Allis police officer faces felony charges for allegedly kneeing a subdued suspect in the neck during a January 2026 arrest, sparking outrage after body cam footage surfaced showing the forceful move — even as the suspect cooperated and another officer deemed the action unnecessary. Officer Anton Best, now suspended, could face up to three and a half years in prison and a $10,000 fine if con...

Milwaukee’s bold new ordinance banning federal agents from wearing masks on duty has ignited a constitutional showdown with the Department of Justice, which calls it unconstitutional and dangerous—threatening both officer safety and inter-agency cooperation. Passed in April amid growing local pushback against aggressive ICE tactics, the law carries steep fines and reflects a broader city effort to...

A deadly shooting erupted on Milwaukee’s Lower East Side early June 23rd, leaving one dead and two others wounded — including a man shot in the hand, thigh, and stomach. The 26-year-old suspect, later arrested and confessing to firing multiple rounds with a fully automatic weapon, now faces homicide charges. Surveillance footage captured the attack, showing two men approaching a car before one ope...

The Milwaukee Bucks are bringing back over-the-air TV for games after a 30-year hiatus, starting in the 2026-27 season on MY24 and other Wisconsin stations — a nostalgic return for longtime fans. Summer League games begin this weekend, and the team’s streaming ambitions are also ramping up, aiming to make hoops more accessible across the state. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: h...

Student loan payments in Wisconsin are skyrocketing as the popular SAVE plan—once offering as little as $0 a month for some—has been scrapped, leaving borrowers like one paying $733 instead of $250. With 1 in 5 Wisconsin borrowers affected, the sudden financial strain is cutting into vacations, car purchases, and even home and business investments. Economists warn this isn’t just personal hardship...

The father of the teen shooter at Abundant Life Christian School faces trial after his bid to dismiss charges was rejected — he’s accused of supplying the guns used in the deadly December 2024 attack that killed two and injured six. His trial kicks off March 8, with jury selection and proceedings running through the 19th. Authorities say he bought both weapons, claiming his daughter took one from...

A construction worker had a medical emergency high atop a crane at Aurora Medical Center in Grafton, Wisconsin—prompting a dramatic, coordinated rescue by fire and EMS crews who provided critical care mid-air before safely lowering the worker to waiting hospital staff, showcasing the lifesaving precision required in high-stakes urban emergencies. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow:...

Milwaukee Bucks fans, rejoice—no more cable bills to watch your team play. Starting the 2026-27 season, most Bucks games will air for free on over-the-air TV, marking the first time in 31 years you can catch them without a subscription. MY24 in Milwaukee and other Wisconsin stations will carry the action, reversing decades of regional sports network woes and bringing the team back to local broadca...

A legal firestorm erupts in northern Wisconsin as the Lac du Flambeau tribe faces two major lawsuits—one over a private boat launch closure on tribal land, the other over a walleye fishing ban. Non-tribal homeowners and a construction company argue the tribe oversteps by regulating their private property, while the tribe defends its historical stewardship and environmental efforts to combat invasi...

Milwaukee’s Bastille Days kicks off with the Storm the Bastille 5K, a record-breaking race that’s the official start to a four-day French celebration in Cathedral Square Park. Now in its 45th year, the festival draws over 100,000 visitors and features food, music, and culture — all set to run from July 9th to 12th, with festivities going until 11:30 PM daily. Don’t miss the biggest French fest in...

The Wisconsin State Fair turns 175 with a food frenzy—80+ new eats like Bloody Mary Mac Daddys and Smoked Pork Pierogi Sliders, plus 4 fresh vendors. Classic favorites return too, including Ellsworth’s official cheese curds in 5 flavors and chocolate cream puffs with a cherry twist. Don’t miss the Sporkies & Drinkies Awards on Aug 4, crowning the year’s most inventive bites. Fair opens Aug 6–16, w...

Milwaukee Bucks fans are celebrating a major broadcast milestone—after 31 years, every game this season will air for free over-the-air TV, thanks to a new partnership with Rincon Broadcasting Group and MY24. From summer league in Vegas to the full 2026-27 regular season, fans across Wisconsin can finally catch all the action live on local channels. Good Karma Brands is handling media and ad sales...