Historic Downer Theatre in Milwaukee Acquired by Milwaukee Film
Cinema Operations Director Petey Balistrieri discusses the future plans for the 100-year-old movie house.
Milwaukee Film Buys Historic Downer Theatre for $1.55 Million
Islamic Society of Milwaukee Expands with Land Purchase Near Planned Salam School
Lifestyle
Pick n' Save Celebrates National Floral Design Day
Local grocery chain showcases beautiful bouquets and floral options for the annual holiday.

Network of Community Fridges Opens on Milwaukee's North Side
Residents band together to address food insecurity after grocery store closure
Milwaukee's 14th Annual Baconfest Kicks Off
Potawatomi Casino and Hotel hosts the popular bacon-themed festival.
Crime
Man dies after shooting at Aurora Sinai Medical Center in Milwaukee
The victim has been identified as 40-year-old Christopher Robinson.

Milwaukee teen still missing one year later
Cecillia Mack, 15, was last seen in March 2025 as search continues
1 Dead After Shooting Outside New Milwaukee Music Venue
Incident occurred in the city's Deer District entertainment hub
Weather
Milwaukee Weather: Dense AM Fog, Rain Arrives by Thursday
Southern Wisconsin starts Wednesday with fog and low clouds before improving Wednesday afternoon.

Light Snow Expected in Milwaukee This Weekend
Cooler temperatures and chances of wintry mix through next week
Frosty and cold morning, sunny day ahead in Milwaukee
Temperatures to reach mid-40s inland, upper 30s near the lake on Monday
Travel
Lake Geneva Braces for Winter Weather Advisory
Dodge, Waukesha, and Jefferson Counties under advisory as early snow and freezing temps hit the region.

Puerto Vallarta Unrest Forces Milwaukee Flight to Return
Passengers reported seeing smoke and people running on the tarmac before flight was diverted back to Milwaukee
Searchers Find Wreck of Luxury Steamer Lost in Lake Michigan Over 150 Years Ago
The Lac La Belle, a 217-foot luxury steamer that sank in 1872, has been discovered by a veteran shipwreck hunter.
Entertainment
Grammy-Nominated Cellist Malik Johnson to Perform at Milwaukee's Var Gallery
Johnson's original music blends classical cello with modern rhythm and unapologetically Black sound.

Summerfest 2026 Reveals Massive Lineup, Tickets on Sale Now
Garth Brooks, Post Malone, Jelly Roll, and more to headline Milwaukee's iconic summer music festival.
Milwaukee Magazine Editors Reveal Their Summerfest Picks
From indie rock to Americana, the editors share their must-see acts at this year's Big Gig.