Jalen Brunson scores 37 points as #Knicks fend off #Bucks 118-111 and advance in NBA Cup

The United Soccer League and the city of Green Bay are exploring bringing men’s and women’s professional soccer to Northeast Wisconsin at a time when the USL’s planned expansion into the Milwaukee market has stalled and is all but dead at this point.

Cirque du Soleil returns to the Miller High Life Theater in Milwaukee this week with its Christmas show, ‘Twas the Night Before. @milwaukeemag.bsky.social spoke with aerialist Aryn Shelander about what it takes to become a performer in one of the world's best-known acrobatic troupes.

Jimmy Cliff, the charismatic reggae pioneer and actor who preached joy, defiance and resilience, has died at 81.

Cade Cunningham had 29 points as the #Pistons beat the #Bucks 129-116 on Saturday for their 12th straight victory, one shy of the longest winning streak in franchise history. Detroit also ended a 13-game skid in the series vs. Milwaukee.

Richie Saunders made five 3-pointers and scored 26 points to lead No. 9 BYU to a 98-70 victory over No. 23 Wisconsin on Friday.

An outbreak of a highly contagious and often fatal viral disease among shelter and outdoor cats appears to be under control at MADACC, which has also been dealing with overcrowding at its facility, forcing a temporary halt of the intake of healthy cats.

The #Bucks and Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey have teamed up to create a second Single Barrel Select Collection featuring whiskey from a barrel chosen by former Bucks player Brandon Jennings (of "Bucks in 6" fame).

Major League Baseball announced Wednesday that the #Brewers and #Braves will headline the 2026 MLB Little League Classic in Williamsport, Pennsylvania on Aug. 23, 2026. The special event, which launched in 2017, is held in connection with the Little League Baseball World Series.

Two breweries opened in the Milwaukee area this past week – Tailwinds in Union Grove and Brewed Omen in Hartford. Dan Murphy has the story for @milwaukeemag.bsky.social

Milwaukee’s Bronzeville district has long been home to the vibrant culture of the city’s African American community. Celebrated new media artist Martine Syms has added to it by debuting four new "subtle" art installations in partnership with Sculpture Milwaukee.

The Mothership, the Bay View bar known for its quirky edge, reopened Nov. 11 following a three-month closure due to extensive flood damage. “It was bonkers. We ordered a normal week’s worth of inventory and completely sold out,” owner Ricky Ramirez said.

#Roughriders force late fumble at goal line, beat #Alouettes 25-17 for 5th Grey Cup title

Doncic scores 41 points, Reaves adds 25 as #Lakers roll to 119-95 win against #Bucks

#Lakers coach JJ Redick on #Bucks Giannis Antetokounmpo. "He puts so much pressure on the rim. He's so physical. But the development he’s made over the last seven, eight years - he’s just such a willing passer. You can load up on him and pack the paint and he can still beat you.”

Antetokounmpo returns to help #Bucks outlast Knueppel and #Hornets, 147-134 in overtime

College football coach John Beam from ‘Last Chance U’ has died after being shot, Oakland police say

A new multipurpose venue in Whitefish Bay will provide a midsize space in the Milwaukee area market to book local and regional music talent. The Argo, housed in the restored Fox Bay Theater, will open in December after an extensive renovation of the 74-year-old art deco building.

#Hornets snap losing streak with 111-100 win over #Bucks as Bridges scores 20

Cleveland's Stephen Vogt and Milwaukee’s Pat Murphy win Manager of the Year for 2nd straight season

Milwaukee muralist Mauricio Ramirez, who did the Downtown Milwaukee mural of #Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo, has finished what is said to be the largest mural in Wisconsin - almost the length of three football fields – on a massive factory in Oshkosh. www.milwaukeemag.com/milwaukee-ar...

Antetokounmpo hits buzzer-beater to send #Bucks past #Pacers 117-115 in Turner's Indy return

Dodgers force World Series to deciding Game 7 by holding off Blue Jays 3-1 as Yamamoto wins again

You now have a chance to get your own – free! – piece of Deep Thought, the graffiti-covered abandoned boat that captivated Milwaukeeans for months until pulled from Lake Michigan in May. While supplies last, of course.

I contributed to yet another story by hard-working AP sports writer Dave Skretta about college basketball's "old guard" coaches who are seemingly nearing the end of their careers while dealing with dramatic changes in the landscape.

Yesavage pitches Blue Jays past Dodgers 6-1 for 3-2 lead in World Series

After a run to the Final Four last season, Big Ten women's basketball favorite UCLA enters the season with their sights set on a possible national title. The loaded #Bruins squad features Big Ten preseason Player of the Year Lauren Betts. My latest for Associated Press Sports.

Guerrero homers off Ohtani, Blue Jays even World Series with 6-2 win over Dodgers in Game 4

Antetokounmpo scores 37, Rollins adds 25 in #Bucks' 121-111 victory over #Knicks

Father-son duos are part of a growing trend of NCAA hoops coaches employing their sons, many with an eye on not only their children’s future but that of their schools. I contributed to this story from AP sports writer Dave Skretta, who tackles the issue.

Freeman's homer in 18th inning lifts Dodgers over Blue Jays 6-5 in World Series classic

I contributed to this essential story by AP sportswriter Dave Skretta on how the transfer portal has changed the dynamics of college basketball, with some entire rosters changing every offseason fueled by “transient transfers."

Aaron Rodgers and the #Steelers fall short in QB's reunion with #Packers as Love leads 35-25 win

No. 6 Oregon survives lackluster performance with 21-7 win over Wisconsin

Barger, Varsho and Kirk lead homer barrage as Blue Jays rout Dodgers 11-4 in World Series opener

Antetokounmpo has 31 points and 20 rebounds in the #Bucks' victory over the #Raptors

Fresh off run to NLCS, #Brewers already gearing up for next season. “Good teams don’t have the luxury of having an off-ramp, and so we’re hitting the ground running on all fronts. We have not had a chance to come up for air." - GM Matt Arnold.

Sellars Absorbent Materials, maker of Bravo paper towels, has invested in Milwaukee's North Side with operations in six buildings and a lauded homeownership program. “We could have acquired land to build on and left the city,” CEO Tom Sellars says.

The head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers and a player for the Miami Heat were arrested Thursday along with more than 30 other people in two criminal cases alleging sprawling schemes to rake in millions by rigging sports bets and poker games involving Mafia families, authorities said.

#Bucks fans attending Wednesday night’s season opener against the #Wizards will be able to enjoy something old – longtime Bucks star Khris Middleton – and something new – a bevy of food, beverage menu and retail offerings introduced for the 2025-26 season.

Nathan Deming just wrapped production on "Winter Hymns," his latest independent drama. At the front of the push for Wisconsin’s new film office and tax incentives, Deming said it was important to make the film entirely in the state.

After dip in 2025, cruise traffic in Milwaukee is expected to soar next season. Nearly triple the ship calls are already booked for 2026, boosted by the planned opening of the South Shore cruise dock and a new cruise line operating out of Milwaukee.

Lakeside Pub & Grill in Cudahy is closed after an early morning fire damaged the building. As the smell of smoke still hung in the air Thursday afternoon, a sign in front of the boarded-up business stated: “The hardest times make the strongest people.”

ICYMI: #Brewers find themselves in 0-2 hole to #Dodgers heading to LA. "Just have to continue to battle and find a way to get the offense going. I’ve got to be better. We’ve got to be better," Milwaukee DH Christian Yelich. From @stevemegargee.bsky.social

Updated story: Yamamoto throws 3-hitter as Dodgers beat Brewers 5-1 for 2-0 lead in NLCS

Yamamoto throws 3-hitter as #Dodgers beat #Brewers 5-1 for 2-0 lead in NLCS

Tonight's attendance at American Family Field for #Brewers vs. #Dodgers in Game 2 of the #NLCS is 41,427 (sellout).

#Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Shohei Ohtani will pitch Game 4 of the NLCS vs. #Brewers. Tyler Glasnow gets the start in Game 3.

Padres manager Mike Shildt said he retired in part because of death threats from sports bettors:

#Dodgers OF Teoscar Hernández on being thrown out at home on rare #Brewers 8-6-2 double play in Game 1 of NLCS on Monday: "In the moment, I got blocked, I think, and there's not an explanation. I just (expletive) up. It's that simple."