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On Small Business Saturday (Nov. 30), at Milwaukee's Turner Hall Ballroom, you can find more than 40 of Milwaukee's Black entrepreneurs, along with a food court, entertainment and local organizations tabling.Maayan Silver
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Mothers, activist group, fear new audit on Milwaukee County Jail may not prompt necessary changes
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A local activist group and the mothers of two inmates who died inside the Milwaukee County Jail are criticizing a recently released audit of the facility.Chuck Quirmbach
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Public health advocates urge state to inform Wisconsin deer hunters about lead contamination risks
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For avid hunters the nine-day gun deer season is a cherished ritual. But some people want to increase awareness that lead ammunition used by many hunters could contaminate the venison they harvest.Susan Bence
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Black transgender leaders in Milwaukee highlight issues concerning the trans community post-election
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America’s Black Holocaust Museum commemorated Transgender Day of Remembrance this week. The annual observance honors lives lost to anti-transgender violence.Teran Powell
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A new exhibit at the Milwaukee County Historical Society explores Wisconsin’s contributions to pop culture.Eddie Morales
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The Milwaukee-based lawyer also had other high-profile cases.Chuck Quirmbach
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Hundreds gathered last week for the city’s first public meeting on how Milwaukee officials plan to redesign North Water Street.WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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Wisconsin advocates push home energy efficiency program funded with Inflation Reduction Act dollars
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Right now, Wisconsin families have a chance to take advantage of significant funding to make their homes more energy efficient. The funding is part of the Inflation Reduction Act the biggest boost to climate action the United States has ever seen. Green Homeowners United is one of the groups helping Wisconsin homeowners jump aboard.…
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DNR approval brings Canadian company closer to controversial pipeline project in northern Wisconsin
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Late last week, the Wisconsin DNR signed off on a controversial liquid petroleum pipeline project in northern Wisconsin. Rerouting a portion of Enbridge Line 5 has been the subject of wide debate and packed public hearings.Susan Bence
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Meagan Wolfe continues as Wisconsin Elections Administrator in a legal case against Republican lawmakers.Chuck Quirmbach
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There are plenty of rumblings about how the environment will fare when former President Donald Trump returns to the Oval Office. One of the people thinking about what’s ahead is Tia Nelson.Susan Bence
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People hoping for a little relief when it comes to handling household expenses won’t find it on their utility bill.WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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Milwaukee area residents are weighing in on the results of the presidential election, and they have mixed reactions to Donald Trump's victory.Nadya Kelly, Teran Powell
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Threats of violence against election workers have risen in recent years. In response, election workers across Wisconsin have taken trainings to protect their physical safety.Sam Woods
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Control of the Wisconsin state Legislature is up for grabs. The 61st Assembly District race might show what matters more to voters: personal connections or national political priorities.Sam Woods
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Nearly 70% of the county voted for President Joe Biden in 2020, but former President Donald Trump has been competing for votes here too.Chuck Quirmbach
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Will dispute over Israel-Hamas war affect presidential election in Wisconsin? Tune in this week
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A pro-Palestinian coalition continues to raise concern about the lack of a ceasefire in Gaza and continued U.S. military aid to Israel. But some Harris voters look at other issues.Chuck Quirmbach
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