Wednesday, August 21st, 2024

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Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Waukesha, participants of the Friday Night Live event cannot walk around with alcoholic beverages due to logistical, staffing, and legal constraints, despite public interest and inquiries. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ The Republican Party of Waukesha hosted a movie night featuring 'Hillbilly Elegy' at their new headquarters, drawing a large crowd and signing up new members. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ Waukesha seeks volunteers for a community build event on Sept. 5 and 6 to construct a new playground at Bethesda Park. The Waukesha Freeman
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A bicyclist was killed by an Amtrak train in Oconomowoc, with no passengers injured and the crash under investigation. FOX6
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Over the weekend, Waukesha police dealt with various incidents, including a traffic stop that led to an arrest, juveniles misbehaving, and a vehicle accident that resulted in a fire. The Waukesha Freeman
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The proposed Durbin-Marshall Credit Card Competition Act is criticized by Airlines for America as detrimental to Wisconsin's economy and travel sector, potentially undermining jobs and economic growth. Waukesha Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The School District of Waukesha expects all bus routes to be fully operational by the first day of school, September 3, thanks to hiring efforts in collaboration with First Student. The Waukesha Freeman
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bridget Schoenborn is sworn in as Waukesha's newest judge, marking her transition from a federal prosecutor known for her integrity and dedication to law enforcement. The Waukesha Freeman
SHOP NEWS
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