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Eaux Claires, the music festival, returned to Wisconsin after an eight-year hiatus. Organizers, including Bon Iver frontman Justin Vernon, pulled together national artists, some with deep ties to the Chippewa Valley.
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SAMER GHANIPublic art usually lives in museums, but at ArtBlaze you’re encouraged to interact with it. Hosted by Joy Engine, this free event transforms Milwaukee’s beaches into a space where large-scale art is meant to be explored, communal and accessible. -
Joy Powers/WUWM"Summer Paintings" runs through November 30 at Villa Terrace. The exhibit features Milwaukee artist Jan Serr's work since the 1960s.
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Robert SimonsonCocktail writer Robert Simonson shares some recommendations for the best drinks he’s tried in the Milwaukee area recently. -
Susan Bence/WUWMMore 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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Assembly District 16 is entirely contained within the boundaries of the city of Milwaukee in central Milwaukee. -
Three culinary experts join Lake Effect’s Audrey Nowakowski and Joy Powers for a roundtable discussion about the Michelin Guide in Milwaukee. -
The nonprofit teaches music to young creatives and plans to provide a safe, accessible space for people of all ages to enjoy live events.
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Almost one year after the devastating August 2025 floods, the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District outlines what it’s doing to prevent flooding when future storms hit. -
Nothing has really changed on the big 3-row Lexus GX 550 SUV since it was re-introduced two model years ago. So, this review may sound a bit repetitive. -
The short answer: you can’t change your vote if you returned your ballot. -
There’s a city office in Madison responsible for investigating and monitoring the local police department. It's looking into the July police shooting of Corey Ruiz. -
The former lieutenant governor made the announcement in a video posted on his Facebook page as democratic socialist Francesca Hong has garnered strong support from the liberal wing of the party.
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