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An 11-year-old girl who was abused by fourth-grade teacher Kevin Buelow at St. Matthias Catholic School is suing the Archdiocese of Milwaukee and the parish for ignoring multiple red flags—including parental reports and a parish director’s eyewitness account—allowing Buelow to continue tutoring children even after he was accused of sexually assaulting five girls. Buelow, now serving over 26 years...

A Wisconsin woman is suing Waukesha County after being forced to remove her hijab for a jail booking photo, arguing it violated her religious freedom. Arrested during a traffic stop, she objected to the removal — a deeply personal act tied to her faith — even though the photo was taken privately by female officers. The lawsuit contends that once the image is stored and potentially shared with male...

Wisconsin’s drunk driving crackdown is backfiring: despite fewer arrests, prison populations for OWI hit record highs, especially among older adults, Indigenous and Black Wisconsinites, and women — straining jails and ballooning healthcare costs, even as fatal crashes remain stubbornly high. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: a...

Summerfest wrapped up with a massive crowd—nearly 568,000 over nine days, plus 44,000 more for Garth Brooks’ pre-fest shows, bringing the total to over 613,000 attendees across three weeks. Despite a slight dip from last year, the festival drew nearly half its fans from out of state, proving its national appeal. Headliners like Ed Sheeran, Post Malone, and Megan Moroney sold out the main stage, an...

Shawn Eichorst, Wisconsin’s new athletic director, is bringing swagger to the Badgers with a mission to rebuild confidence through winning. Drawing from his time at Texas—a program defined by swagger—he knows success breeds pride, especially in football, where recent struggles have dampened the overall vibe. Eichorst, who’s seen inconsistent results at Nebraska, understands that wins are non-negot...

Love Island USA’s season finale is just days away—Sunday, July 12th—when one couple will claim the $100K prize. With six power couples still in the running heading into Thursday’s episode, the drama is heating up faster than ever. Aniya & Carl, Trinity & Bryce, Kayda & Zach, Melanie & Sincere, Kenzie & Dylan, and Tierra & KC are all vying for victory. The original cast members are still strong, bu...

A nine-year-old girl named Jade Riser was fatally shot in her own bed in Milwaukee, sparking a community in mourning and a desperate push for justice. Police are still searching for the shooter, while a 28-year-old man has been charged with fleeing officers — though his link to the shooting remains unconfirmed. Jade’s family, heartbroken but determined, is rallying for answers and raising funds fo...

A drive-by shooting in Milwaukee’s north side left a 27-year-old rapper dead and a 22-year-old injured, as surveillance footage captured a white vehicle firing multiple shots into a parked car. Family and friends describe the victim as beloved and deeply involved in his community. Witnesses heard at least five gunshots, and residents are outraged by the recurring violence that’s become all too com...

A tragic accident on I-43 near Capitol Drive claimed the life of 45-year-old James Spears, struck by a box truck just after midnight. Though the driver won’t face charges, the crash occurred in darkness as Spears was in the roadway. He’d been reported missing earlier in the week, last seen near 10th and Abert streets. Family and friends gathered for a candlelight vigil, Listen in comfort: Get a di...

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After July’s devastating storms hit Walworth County, communities are rallying to rebuild — with Operation BBQ Relief serving up hundreds of meals and the Journey Disaster Response Team deploying heavy equipment and volunteers to support those without insurance or family. Residents, exhausted but hopeful, credit neighbors for lifting them up during four days without power and near-miss tree damage....

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Four food trucks at Milwaukee’s Zocalo Food Park were broken into early Wednesday, July 8th, with surveillance footage capturing suspects climbing in, stealing cash registers and gear, and leaving with backpacks. Small business owners, like Leo Farfan of Anytime Arepa, say the thefts hit hard—not just financially, but emotionally, since the community’s hard work and investment are deeply affected....

Two shootings rocked Milwaukee on July 9th, leaving one dead and two injured—first a teen wounded near 24th & Burleigh, then a fatal drive-by near 27th & Atkinson. Authorities are urgently seeking public tips to solve these violent incidents and bring justice to the victims. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.a...

A 15-year-old was shot in Milwaukee on July 9th around noon on North 24th Street—thankfully, injuries weren’t life-threatening. Police are still investigating and seeking witnesses to help piece together what happened. The community is rallying around the teen, hoping for a full recovery and justice. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a S...

Wildlife in Need Center in Oconomowoc is overwhelmed with a 10% surge in animal patients—some days seeing over 40 arrivals—mostly orphaned or injured birds from car crashes, window strikes, or extreme heat. Staff and volunteers are tirelessly providing individual care, but they’re calling on the community for help. Join them this Saturday for an open house from 10 AM to noon and volunteer on Augus...

After that wild July third storm, Walworth County is clarifying how their weather sirens actually work — they only sound for two specific threats: full tornado warnings or thunderstorms with 80+ mph winds. On that day, sirens didn’t activate until a tornado warning was issued at 12:28 PM, because initial winds were only 70 mph. Officials stress that relying solely on sirens is risky — you need app...

Summerfest crushed it with over half a million fans and five sold-out shows, including Garth Brooks’ double performance — and they’re already planning for next year. Over 176 artists made their debut, and nearly half the crowd came from out of state, proving the festival’s growing national pull. Beyond the music, it gave back big time: 400+ nonprofits got tons of donations — food, diapers, books,...

This weekend’s packed with festivals—so grab your friends and hit the streets! Celebrate Bastille Days at Cathedral Square Park with live music, global eats, and a replica Eiffel Tower (plus a 5K run if you’re up for it). Head to Henry Maier for Festa Italiana: pasta, music, bocce, and a cannoli-eating contest that’ll make you feel like family. Art lovers? The Whitefish Bay Art Fest showcases 100+...

Summerfest’s attendance dipped slightly this year, but the real story? Garth Brooks’ pre-festival shows pulled in 44,000 extra fans—boosting total attendance nearly 2% over last year. Nearly half of Brooks’ crowd came from outside Wisconsin, proving the festival’s power as a tourist magnet. Beyond Brooks, acts like Ed Sheeran, Post Malone, and Carín León (Summerfest’s first regional Mexican headli...

Green Bay’s election office is under fire after duplicate ballots were mistakenly sent out in two separate elections this year, prompting a full state investigation. City Clerk Celestine Jeffreys has been placed on administrative leave as officials scramble to determine if state laws were violated. While no penalties are being imposed yet, the Wisconsin Elections Commission demands a detailed plan...

The Wisconsin State Fair is serving up 84 new food items this year — ditching shock value for crave-worthy flavors like hot honey, global comfort food, and nostalgic cheese curd twists. While some picks are pure whimsy (deep-fried ranch, Hawaiian pizza slush), others might just become new fair favorites. The senior food writer, preparing their 10th annual taste test, is inviting listeners to submi...

A Silver Alert has been issued for 74-year-old Rosemarie Michals, last seen in Wauwatosa with her gray Toyota RAV4, as authorities scramble to locate her after she vanished without her phone. Described as 5’4”, 198 lbs, with gray hair, brown eyes, and wearing gold-framed glasses, a blue sweater, dark jeans, and blue slippers, she’s believed to be at risk due to her age. Police urge anyone with sig...

Thirty-five years ago, WILD Marketing Group began with just two friends and a dream—and today, it’s a global powerhouse with 75+ employees serving Fortune 500 brands. Built on trust forged in high school, the company evolved from selling promo items to offering end-to-end product solutions, handling design, sourcing, logistics, and delivery across 1,000+ containers annually. Their secret? People-f...

An 18-year-old in Milwaukee, Hunter Meyer, is facing 10 serious charges after a chaotic Fourth of July night—accused of hitting police officers, fleeing at high speed, and possibly firing a gun. The incident erupted around 2:15 AM when officers responded to crowd control and spotted Meyer’s Audi doing donuts; gunshots followed. As he sped away, he nearly struck officers, one of whom was injured af...