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Child sex crimes; Thiensville teacher, athletic director charged
A now-former teacher at a Thiensville private school has been charged with child sex crimes.
Donald Trump's Inauguration
What is a Roman salute? Term trends after Elon Musk's gesture at Trump Inauguration Parade
A gesture made by Elon Musk while he was speaking at President Donald Trump's Inauguration Parade Monday evening caused a stir online, with some people noting that the tech billionaire's straight-arm movement looked like a Nazi salute.
Things To Do
View MoreMilwaukee free fitness, wellness day at Noyes Indoor Pool
The Milwaukee Parks Foundation is inviting the community to dive into health and wellness with a free “Splash into the New Year Pool Day" on Saturday, Jan. 18.
VISIT Milwaukee shares 'Things To Do' for January 2025
There is so much to see and do in the new year – and VISIT Milwaukee joined the WakeUp News team to sort it all out.
Wisconsin Dells Kalahari water park expansion set to open next year
Construction is underway at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions Wisconsin Dells resort for a water park expansion.