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Hi Brookfield! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Brookfield's District 7 alder seat was filled without an election
  • Do you recognize the suspect from Brookfield's latest bank robbery?
  • Which Brookfield tennis teams came out on top this week?

Also on today's calendar: Riding with Angels Open House & Fundraiser and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is full of holes but still holds water? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 78 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Saturday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, temps: high: 80, low: 54.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 75 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Brookfield council votes to fill District 7 vacancy through 2030 (gmtoday.com) — Brookfield's Common Council has filled the District 7 alderperson vacancy by appointing David Poglitsch to serve through April 2030, rather than holding a special election. Some aldermen argued residents should choose their representative in April 2027, but the narrow 7-6 vote keeps the seat appointed for the full remaining term, shaping how District 7 is represented for years.
   

2. Brookfield North Shore Bank robbery, police seek suspect (fox6now.com) — Brookfield police are investigating a Thursday afternoon robbery at the North Shore Bank on Capitol Drive and are asking residents for tips, photos, or video. Officers say a man in a tan hoodie, jean jacket, black mask, and gloves fled in a black four-door sedan without plates. Anyone who spots a matching person or vehicle should stay away and call 911 or Brookfield police.
   

3. Chargers cruise past Lancers (gmtoday.com) — High school girls tennis fans in Brookfield saw busy action at Brookfield Central, where Hamilton, Brookfield Academy, and Waukesha West all picked up dual wins. Brookfield Central players featured prominently in tight singles and doubles battles, including a narrow 4-3 loss to Brookfield Academy. The matches showcased several returning state-caliber athletes and competitive tiebreak finishes.
   

4. Wrongly detained motorists put Wisconsin's Flock surveillance deal back under scrutiny (thecooldown.com) — Brookfield officials are reexamining the city's use of Flock automated license plate reader cameras after outdated data led to a mistaken high‑risk traffic stop on I‑94 and two motorists being wrongly detained. Alderwoman Catherine Kahler says residents have raised concerns about surveillance and data retention, and the council will review proposed policy changes before the contract comes up for renewal in 2027.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • So what's the deal with the water here?
    The tap water is absolutely disgusting, it smells and taste funny. I've tried a filter and that doesn't even really work. Why is the water so bad? (Nextdoor Norhardt)
  • GDI Integrated Facility Services - GDI, Inc. posted a job opening for Janitor & Custodian in Brookfield. Apply here.
  • Dunham's Sports posted a job opening for Team Member in Brookfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Brookfield here.

Ok Brookfield! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A sponge (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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