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Milwaukee Woman Charged in Substitute Teacher ImpersonationPolitics — 2dA 23-year-old woman is facing felony charges after allegedly posing as a substitute teacher to enter Milwaukee’s Rufus King High School and subject students to racist, profane and sexually inappropriate remarks. Prosecutors say Amy Jones admitted she went because she was bored; school staff escorted her out after students reported her behavior.

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Chicago Wins Best Big City, 10th Straight YearTravel — 2dChicago won Condé Nast Traveler Best Big City for the 10th year since 2017. Oct. 10 is Best Big City Day; Milwaukee ranked No. 5.

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Two Runners Die at Half Marathons in Cardiff, MilwaukeeSports — 3dA participant died after taking part in Sunday’s Cardiff Half Marathon, organizers said, thanking event and hospital medical teams and withholding further details at the family’s request. Separately, a runner died after a medical emergency during the Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon weekend’s half marathon.

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Judge Rules Milwaukee Mosque Leader Deportable — Sep 30, 2026

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Jared Kim Deporting a longtime resident on vague foreign policy grounds alone feels like it could be abused against anyone.

Gasser, Buehler Set for NLDS Game 4 — 22hThe Brewers will start left-hander Robert Gasser in Game 4 of the NLDS against the Padres, hoping to keep their season alive after a record-tying 12th straight road playoff loss. Gasser was strong late in the regular season, but Milwaukee may rely heavily on its bullpen.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Brewers Slot Yelich Second for Game 4 — 2dAfter Christian Yelich snapped a postseason RBI drought dating to 2018 with a seventh-inning single in the Brewers’ Game 3 loss to the Padres, Milwaukee moved him up to the No. 2 spot for Game 4. He had recorded a hit in all three games of the series.

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Beringer Scores 12 in Timberwolves Preseason Win — 2dMinnesota opened its preseason with a 116–97 win over Milwaukee, led in part by Joan Beringer’s 12 points and seven rebounds. With Naz Reid out of the frontcourt mix, Beringer is expected to back up Rudy Gobert, giving the Timberwolves a potential source of rim protection and rebounding during Gobert’s minutes off the court.

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Kuzma Responds After One-Point Bucks Preseason Loss — 2dKyle Kuzma answered criticism of his one-point performance in Milwaukee’s 116-97 preseason loss to Minnesota by telling fans to “calm down,” prompting further backlash. The poor showing has renewed questions about the veteran forward’s consistency as he is expected to take on a larger role with the Bucks.

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Bucks Fall to Timberwolves 116-97 in Preseason Opener — 3dThe Milwaukee Bucks opened preseason with a 116-97 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, struggling from 3-point range and allowing easy transition baskets. The game was an early test for new coach Taylor Jenkins and a reshaped Bucks roster after an offseason overhaul.

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Predators Return Murray, Recall Pinchuk — 5dThe Nashville Predators recalled goaltender Matt Murray from AHL Milwaukee ahead of their game against Dallas, adding depth amid uncertainty over backup Justus Annunen’s availability. Murray has four career NHL appearances, all with the Stars.

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LaMelo Ball Debuts, Timberwolves Beat Bucks in Preseason — 2dLaMelo Ball scored 11 points with four rebounds, three assists and a steal in 17 minutes during his preseason debut for Minnesota, an efficient showing in the Timberwolves’ 116-97 win over Milwaukee. His first outing alongside Anthony Edwards offered an early glimpse of the new backcourt pairing and Ball’s potential as a playmaker and perimeter threat.

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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Beer Events Planned Across US Cities This FallLifestyle — 2dMilwaukee is hosting a packed week of beer events, including brewery celebrations, beer dinners and playoff specials. Upcoming festivals include the Great American Beer Festival’s outdoor sessions in October and Orlando’s November festival at Lake Eola Park, featuring hundreds of drinks from dozens of brewers and a new THC-drink zone.

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Judge Rules Wisconsin Mosque Leader Can Be Deported Over Security Concerns — 6dAn immigration judge has ruled that Salah Sarsour, president of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee, can be deported from the United States over national security and foreign policy c… — by Andrew Powell

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Dana Whitfield This decision risks dividing the Milwaukee Muslim community without enough public proof of any actual threat.

Timberwolves, Bucks Set for Preseason Opener — 4dMinnesota opens its preseason against Milwaukee with a reshaped roster, giving the Timberwolves an early chance to build chemistry and test how LaMelo Ball fits alongside Anthony Edwards and Jonathan Kuminga alongside Rudy Gobert. The pairings bring both promise and questions about playing style, spacing and roles, making the preseason a useful first look at whether the new lineup can come together.

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Padres start Michael King to even NLDS against Brewers — 4dThe Padres will turn to Michael King against Brewers rookie Logan Henderson in Game 2 of the NLDS, seeking to even the series after Milwaukee won the opener 3-2. King enters off a dominant seven-inning shutout in the wild-card round, while the Brewers look to build on their late-game comeback and home-field advantage.

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Sam Okafor Brewers have that home edge after their late rally, so San Diego needs to score early before Milwaukee gets rolling again.

Can you actually read a map?Quizie — QuizFifteen world-geography questions. Most people miss at least three — the AI grades you and names your traveler rank.

Brewers Take 2-0 NLDS Lead Over Padres — 6dThe Brewers beat the Padres 3-2 in Game 1 of the NLDS, rallying after Jacob Misiorowski struggled. Jackson Chourio tied the game with a record-setting fifth postseason homer for Milwaukee, and William Contreras hit the go-ahead shot.

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Brewers’ Woodruff Hopes for World Series Return — 5dBrewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff, sidelined since July with a shoulder injury and left off the NL Division Series roster, is working toward a possible return if Milwaukee reaches the World Series. He is not expected to be ready for the next round and still must clear several throwing and recovery steps, leaving a comeback uncertain and potentially risky.

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Nicole Hardy If he needs more throwing sessions before being cleared then Milwaukee might have to go without him no matter how far they advance.

Brewers Take 2-0 NLDS Lead With Walk-Off — Sep 29, 2026The Cubs made a lineup change for a must-win game against San Diego, while the Padres’ postseason run sets up an NLDS matchup with Milwaukee. The Brewers are preparing to host the series, with lineup decisions still to come and fan events planned at the ballpark.

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HVAC Contractors Highlight Services Across Midwest CitiesLifestyle — Oct 1, 2026Homeowners in Columbus, Indianapolis and Milwaukee can consult local lists of vetted HVAC contractors for repairs, replacement and indoor-air-quality services. Seasonal guidance also recommends consistent thermostat settings and checking filters, ducts and plumbing before colder weather, while Madison-area Harker Heating & Cooling promotes its repair, installation and maintenance services.

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Arraez exits with sprained ankle as Phillies chase playoff spot — Sep 25, 2026Phillies second baseman Luis Arraez sprained his left ankle while avoiding a tag at first base against Milwaukee and had to be helped off the field. The National League batting leader will be evaluated further, leaving his availability uncertain as Philadelphia pursues a playoff spot.

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Marcus Bell Avoiding that tag at first cost them their best hitter at the worst possible time.

Casting calls open for films and TV shows in five cities — Sep 23, 2026Stacker reports current casting calls for films, TV shows, and related projects across Richmond, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Detroit, and Boston, with listings sourced from Casting Networks. The roundups highlight various roles including feature films, TV series, reality shows, and more, offering local opportunities for breakout roles.

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Priya Raman Richmond film roles sound promising yet the odds are probably still stacked against new talent.

Misiorowski Set to Chase Brewers ERA Record — Sep 24, 2026Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski, whose league-leading 1.86 ERA and 247 strikeouts have made him the NL Cy Young favorite, is set for a limited final regular-season start against St. Louis. He is poised to set Milwaukee’s single-season ERA record and has drawn some MVP support, though Pete Crow-Armstrong is viewed as the stronger contender.

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Brewers Clinch National League First-Round Bye — Sep 21, 2026Milwaukee clinched a first-round playoff bye by securing the NL Central and preserving the best record, positioning the Brewers for home-field advantage and a potential No. 1 seed in the NL playoffs. The team has set a franchise win record and is on the cusp of a 100-win season, with ongoing milestones like Chourio’s 20-20 potential highlighted as they close the season.

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Brewers Set Franchise Record With 98th Win — Sep 21, 2026The Milwaukee Brewers set a franchise-record with their 98th win by shutting out the Baltimore Orioles 3-0 to complete a sweep and secure the NL Central while holding the majors' best record. William Contreras homered, Cooper Pratt drove in two, Jackson Chourio joined the 20-20-20 club to start his career, and Trevor Megill earned the save as Jacob Misiorowski worked a brief, workload-managed start.

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Marcus Bell Chourio hitting the 20-20-20 mark so early is a big reason this team keeps breaking records.