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For more than a decade, the federal government has been spending a lot more money than it has been taking in. Because critical debt benchmarks were surpassed, in the near future our nation is facing what often is referred to as the fiscal cliff.
This December, we'd like your help determing the Port Washington and Saukville person of the year. You can nominate anyone who lives, works or volunteers in town.
Advance admission tickets are on sale for stocking stuffers.
The 26th Cool Fool kite festival takes over Veterans Park in Milwaukee on New Year's Day. Family-friendly, the event has lots of chances to see some amazing (and huge) kites, plus try your hand at something a little bit smaller.
In 2011, Wauwatosa had 1.97 officers for every 1,000 people living in the community. Use this searchable database on Patch to see how this compares with others around the state.
If you are a veteran and you have a military license to operate commercial vehicles, you can get a CDL license.
Business leaders, teachers, community leaders band together to help kids learn to read.
Scott Walker: Heading into the next budget we are in the unique position of having anticipated surpluses, increased revenue, and projected economic growth.
This week's "Wow House" in Menomonee Falls includes a golf course within walking distance, plus an indoor putting green and a basketball court, a spa and sauna...for a reduced price of $939,000.
Use this searchable database on Patch to see how your city compares with others around the state.
A serious car crash — possibly a rollover — forced police to close Durand Avenue and Oakes Road Thursday night.
Racine police are asking for help locating a man they believe is trying to entice children to get into his vehicle. In at least one reported case, an intended victim said the suspect was using sexually-suggestive language.
Two winning tickets sold in Missouri and Arizona, while a West Allis gas station sells a $1 million winner.
Plans include reconstruction of the roadway as a four-lane divided highway.
Wisconsin is one of 42 states that offer the lottery game; find Waukesha retailers and tips on how to play here.
Two individuals were receiving attention from Wauwatosa
Wisconsin is one of 42 states that plays the lottery game. Find out where to get tickets in Shorewood.
Did you decorate your house for the holidays this year? Enter our "Deck the House" contest and you could win $100,000 for your local school district and $500 to pay your electric bills!
The Federal Bureau of Investigation report on crime in the United States, includes data from Wauwatosa and most other communities in the state. See what kinds of violent crimes were reported here and how the city compares to others.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation report on crime in the United States includes data from Port Washington, Saukville and most other communities in the state. See what kinds of property crimes were reported here and how the village compares to others.
