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In today's newsletter:

  • Why Waukesha ranks high for dangerous railroad crossing incidents.
  • What could replace the former UW–Milwaukee at Waukesha campus?
  • Where struggling Waukesha families can turn when housing feels uncertain.

Also on today's calendar: 75th Fall Wisconsin Antiques Dealers Assn. Show & Sale and 9 more events.

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Intervals of clouds and sun, with a high of 69 and low of 44 degrees.
  • Monday: Partly sunny and nice, temps: high: 71, low: 48.
  • Tuesday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 70 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Operation Lifesaver advocates for railroad safety in Waukesha (gmtoday.com) — Operation Lifesaver volunteers were in Waukesha's Frame Park on Friday, urging residents to take railroad crossings more seriously near East Moreland Boulevard and White Rock Avenue. State data show Waukesha County ranks among Wisconsin's leaders in crossing incidents and fatalities, so the group is pushing drivers to cut distractions, slow down, and watch for warning signs during "See Tracks? Think Train" week.
   

2. Alliance supports sale and redevelopment of UW–Milwaukee at Waukesha campus (waukeshatimes.com) — A key Waukesha property—the former UW–Milwaukee at Waukesha campus—may soon become mixed residential housing, and the Waukesha County Business Alliance is strongly backing the plan. Supporters say it's one of the city's last big development opportunities, aimed at easing workforce housing shortages, boosting economic growth, and making better use of existing infrastructure and nearby neighborhoods.
   

3. Struggling Wisconsin families can find help through these organizations (jsonline.com) — Waukesha County families facing housing crises have a key option in Hebron House on East Avenue, which serves county residents alongside Milwaukee-area shelters. The statewide guide also highlights food, health, childcare, transportation, and utility assistance in Appleton, Green Bay, and Milwaukee, plus 211 Wisconsin for personalized referrals when needs become overwhelming.
   

4. Waukesha West/CMH dominates Oak Creek (gmtoday.com) — Waukesha West/Catholic Memorial's girls swim and dive squad dominated Oak Creek at home, winning 11 of 12 events in a Classic 8 dual. Local standouts like Alaina Wanner, Breanna Doyle, and Brooke Machata led the way with multiple victories in relays, individual races, and diving to secure a 117-67 win.
   

5. Waukesha County's lowest E15 gas price recorded at $3.49 for week ending Sept. 19 (waukeshatimes.com) — If you're filling up around Waukesha County, recent reports show the lowest E15 gas price was $3.49 per gallon at six local stations for the week ending Sept. 19, with a countywide average of $4.10. Prices here are slightly below the statewide E15 average, though analysts warn broader oil market volatility could keep fuel costs unpredictable.
   

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