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07/02/2025

Scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon across the state. Highest chances are over far northeast Wisconsin. Isolated strong to severe storms are possible. Ensure your weather alerts are turned on and be ready to adjust your plans or head for shelter.

07/02/2025

Baldwin and Johnson split on Trump tax and spending bill, state budget advances to Senate and Assembly

Baldwin and Johnson split on Trump tax and spending bill (WASHINGTON DC) Wisconsin’s U.S. Senators weighed in on Tuesday as President Donald Trump’s tax and spending bill passed the chamber on the narrowest of votes, with Vice President J.D. Vance casting the tie breaking vote. On the Senate flo...

07/02/2025

🚛 Large vehicles require extra space in roundabouts 🚛

DYK? All motorists approaching a roundabout must yield to traffic already within a roundabout. When approaching a roundabout alongside or closely adjacent to a vehicle 40 feet or longer, including buses and CMVs, state law requires drivers of smaller vehicles to yield or slow down, allowing larger vehicles first entrance and space through the roundabout.

https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/346/iii/18/8/a

https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/about-wisdot/newsroom/law/070125-july-lom-cmv.aspx

07/01/2025

With Independence Day nearing, many Wisconsinites are planning to attend lake days, BBQs, and firework shows. The simplest way to safely enjoy fireworks is to watch community shows run by professionals. However, if you choose to set off your own fireworks, remember:
- Obey local laws and permitting requirements for the use of fireworks.
- Consider safer alternatives to fireworks, such as party poppers, bubbles, silly string, or glow sticks.
- Never attempt to re-light or approach a failed firework.
- Only light one firework at a time.

Visit wem.wi.gov/news/ for more safety reminders

07/01/2025

Budget compromise reached, flags at half-staff for slain officer

Evers and Republican legislative leaders reach budget agreement (MADISON) A deal is reached for a new two-year state budget in Wisconsin. Democratic Governor Tony Evers and Republican legislative leaders agreed to a Republican proposal for a $1.3 billion tax cut. The deal would also expand the secon...

06/30/2025

Milwaukee police officer shot in Thursday night ambush dies

Two Milwaukee police officers shot and wounded, one critically (MILWAUKEE) Two Milwaukee police officers have been shot and injured, one critically. Milwaukee Police responded to a report of a suspect with a weapon on the north side Thursday night. The call was upgraded to shots fired while officers...

06/30/2025

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Sen Ron Johnson approves vote to move forward on “Big Beautiful” budget bill (WASHINGTON DC) STATIONS: Watch for dating! President Donald Trump’s proposed federal budget has passed a Senate vote with help from Wisconsin’s previously opposed Republican Senator. After signaling his disapproval...

06/30/2025

As we close out June with warm temperatures ahead, it's a good time to refresh your sun protection plans! Wisconsin's UV index is highest in July, meaning protective measures are even more important!

06/30/2025

MPD Mourns the Death of Officer Kendall I. Corder

MILWAUKEE, WI - Today, Sunday, June 29, 2025, The Milwaukee Police Department (MPD) is both heartbroken and devastated as we mourn the tragic and senseless loss of 32-year-old Officer Kendall Corder, who unfortunately did not survive the injuries he sustained in the line of duty.

This is an extremely difficult time for the Milwaukee Police Department as we grieve the loss of our brother. Officer Corder will be greatly missed by all of us.

On Thursday, June 26, 2025, at approximately 9:22 p.m., Officer Corder and his partner were dispatched to the area of the N. 25th Street and W. Garfield Avenue for a subject with a weapon.
While approaching, they were unexpectedly fired upon in the alley of the 2200 block of N. 24th Place. The officers were both struck and not able to return fire. Officer Corder was transported to Froedtert Hospital for treatment and later succumbed to his injuries.

The second officer, a 29-year-old male with over 6-years of service, was transported to a hospital for treatment of non-fatal injuries. He was released from the hospital and recovering.
The suspect is a 22-year-old man. He was arrested without further incident. Criminal charges will be referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office.

MPD is forever grateful for Officer Corder’s courage in the line of duty. We grieve for his family, friends, loved ones, his partner, and every member of his MPD family whose hearts are shattered by his loss.

MPD is grateful for every one of our men and women who bravely put on the MPD uniform and face unknown dangers daily. We are proud of your response and hard work to this tragedy and recognize how difficult it must be to continue our important work despite just losing a brother.

We ask that the community grieve with us. Officer Corder gave this community six honorable years of service and put his life on the line each time he put on the uniform and reported to work. His bravery and dedication to serve Milwaukee was noble and shall never be forgotten.

Please see the following link to download information online: https://mkepdpio.org/june-26th-2025-two-mpd-officers-shot/

06/28/2025

The patient was one of three Powassan virus cases reported in Wisconsin so far this year, all of which required hospitalization.

06/27/2025

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State Supreme Court upholds DNR authority over PFAS contamination (MADISON) A win for environmentalists and the Evers administration in the Wisconsin Supreme Court. In a 5-2 decision released Monday, the court affirmed the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ authority to enforce reporting a...