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Waukesha
Sunday, August 11th, 2024
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Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Waukesha County Chapter of 100 Women Who Care has donated over $250,000 to local charities since 2015, benefitting 39 different organizations. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ Waukesha police dealt with routine incidents including a suspicious parked Jeep, a man lying by a dumpster, and a possibly intoxicated driver doing donuts, all found to be non-criminal or resolved without further action. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ Construction is underway for the 5,000-square-foot Lapham Lodge in the Kettle Moraine State Forest, featuring amenities like a large gathering space and outdoor patio. The Waukesha Freeman
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A car crashed into the Brookfield U.S. Post Office due to the driver's pedal error, causing significant damage but no citations were issued. FOX6
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Waukesha, an armed standoff resulted in the arrest of a suspect after negotiations failed and authorities resorted to using tear gas, tasers, and K9s. TMJ-4
- ➤ Eric Zweifel is charged with multiple offenses including substantial battery for allegedly attacking his father with a television in Waukesha, facing over 25 years in prison. The Waukesha Freeman
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Layla Merrifield has been appointed as the new president of the Wisconsin Technical College System, bringing years of advocacy and experience in technical education to the role. The Waukesha Freeman
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Waukesha County residents prepare for Tuesday's primary elections featuring key races and constitutional referendums ahead of the Nov. 5 general election. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ Waukesha County explores new revenue options, including a wheel tax, property tax levy increase, or sales tax, to address budget challenges. The Waukesha Freeman
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