BORN IN CHINA John Krasinski Born in China follows the stories of three animal families, transporting audiences to some of the most extreme environments on Earth to witness some… more Nature Nationwide INFO FREE FIRE Brie Larson, Cillian Murphy, Armie Hammer, Sharlto Copley Set in a colorful yet gritty 1970s Boston, … [Read more...] about MOVIES COMING OUT THIS WEEK April 21, 2017
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“We’ll see them in court:” Sheriff Clarke defiant after county board authorizes $35,000 to sue him for blocking investigation
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke was defiant on Thursday, April 20th after the county’s Board of Supervisors unanimously approved spending $35,000 on private lawyers so county auditors could sue Clarke for blocking an investigation. Jerry Heer, director of the county’s Audit Services Division, said in his request to the board that Clarke wasn’t allowing … [Read more...] about “We’ll see them in court:” Sheriff Clarke defiant after county board authorizes $35,000 to sue him for blocking investigation
WATCH: Man accused of fatally stabbing woman, her daughter, takes the stand in his own defense
MILWAUKEE — 33-year-old Patrick Fowler took the stand in his own defense on Thursday, April 20th. Fowler faces two counts of first degree intentional homicide in the deaths of a young mother and her child. The bodies of 28-year-old Jessica Ellenberger and her daughter, four-year-old Madyson Marshel were discovered inside their home near 68th and Stevenson in Milwaukee on … [Read more...] about WATCH: Man accused of fatally stabbing woman, her daughter, takes the stand in his own defense
President Trump privately signs anti-Planned Parenthood law
WASHINGTON — Further chipping away at his predecessor’s legacy, President Donald Trump signed legislation Thursday that lets states deny federal family planning money to Planned Parenthood and other abortion providers. President Trump’s action erases a rule, finalized shortly before President Barack Obama left office in January, that said states could not block the money. … [Read more...] about President Trump privately signs anti-Planned Parenthood law
Frank Jude Jr. CHARGED after prosecutors say he was caught on camera vandalizing gas station
MILWAUKEE — A charge of criminal damage to property has been filed against Frank Jude Jr. — accused of vandalizing a gas station near Atkinson and Teutonia on April 10th. The incident was caught on camera. You’ll recall, Jude was beaten by Milwaukee police officers more than a decade ago, and later settled with the city for $2 million. According to a criminal complaint, … [Read more...] about Frank Jude Jr. CHARGED after prosecutors say he was caught on camera vandalizing gas station
April 22 Community Brainstorming Conference
JOIN THE CONVERSATION! Are you concerned about the lack of jobs and high unemployment in the inner city? Would you like the chance to learn more about new job opportunities? If so, then join us for a community brainstorming session where key elected officials and community leaders will discuss JobLines, and how these routes are connecting Milwaukee residents with … [Read more...] about April 22 Community Brainstorming Conference
Don Rickles for UPAF
He was called the “Merchant of Venom,” but for those who knew him, Don Rickles was truly a nice guy. The comic legend who died today at 90 was generous and a strong advocate for the arts far beyond the showrooms of Las Vegas. A few months back, Rickles performed at the Potawatomi Hotel & Casino and took some time before his show to go on camera and wish the United … [Read more...] about Don Rickles for UPAF
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US Senate goes ‘nuclear’ to clear path for President Trump’s Supreme Court pick
MILWAUKEE -- Senate Republicans -- including Wisconsin's Ron Johnson -- made an historic change to Senate rules Thursday, April 6th -- clearing the way for President Donald Trump's Supreme Court nominee to be confirmed. This was the so-called "nuclear option." It allowed Senate Republicans to shut down a Democratic filibuster over Neil Gorsuch. And it left both sides blaming … [Read more...] about US Senate goes ‘nuclear’ to clear path for President Trump’s Supreme Court pick
The 25 Most Anticipated Tours of 2017
Regardless of how listening to albums and songs has changed over the last several decades, live music remains a constant. Around this time of year, loads of artists announce their live show itineraries while festivals cue us in to other performers who are likely to be on the road. As fans, we scan these listings looking for our home city (or something within a reasonable … [Read more...] about The 25 Most Anticipated Tours of 2017