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NASCAR Cup Returns To Wisconsin For July 4 Race

July 2, 2021 - 10:25am

The NASCAR Cup Series will race Sunday at Road America in Elkhart Lake, marking the first time top stock car drivers will compete in Wisconsin since the 1950s. Series leader Kyle Larson will be among the field.

Bucks Are 1 Win Away From First NBA Finals Since 1974

July 1, 2021 - 12:55pm

Even without star Giannis Antetokounmpo, who hyperextended his knee in Game 4, the Milwaukee Bucks won Game 5 of the NBA's Eastern Conference finals Thursday. With a win Saturday, they'd go to the finals.

Milwaukee Beach Ambassadors Hope To Educate Swimmers, Prevent Drownings

July 1, 2021 - 5:50am

A recent spike in Lake Michigan drowning deaths has prompted a group of Milwaukee-area nonprofits to create a Beach Ambassador program to monitor the city's beaches and educate people about safely enjoying the water.

Reports: No 'Structural Damage' To Antetokounmpo's Knee, But Return Unclear

June 30, 2021 - 3:55pm

There is "no structural damage to Giannis Antetokounmpo's left knee" after he left Tuesday night's NBA playoff game with an injury, two senior NBA reporters said Wednesday afternoon. It's unclear how long he will be out.

Khris Middleton Leads Milwaukee Bucks To A 2-1 Lead Over The Atlanta Hawks

June 28, 2021 - 7:20am

Khris Middleton scored 20 of his playoff career high-tying 38 points in the fourth quarter, leading the Milwaukee Bucks to a 113-102 victory over the Atlanta Hawks for a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference finals.

Kayaks In Short Supply As Pandemic-Era Boom Continues

June 28, 2021 - 6:30am

A pandemic-driven spike in outdoor activities appears to be sticking around this summer, as kayaks are on backorder and outdoor shops are seeing a continuing sales and rental boom.

After Game 1 Nail-Biter, Bucks Look To Pull Even In Eastern Conference Finals

June 25, 2021 - 11:00am

The Milwaukee Bucks dropped Game 1 of the NBA's Eastern Conference finals Wednesday. They'll look to get even Friday.

Brewers Return To Milwaukee For 'Re-Opening Day' With Division Lead

June 25, 2021 - 6:20am

The Milwaukee Brewers are home from a long road trip and ready to bring popular traditions back to American Family Field.

'For The Haters': Bucks Prepare For Conference Finals Against Hawks

June 23, 2021 - 12:10pm

The Milwaukee Bucks will host the Atlanta Hawks for Game 1 of the NBA's Eastern Conference finals Wednesday.

To Pedal And Paddle: Combine Trail And River Activities In These Driftless Region Gems

June 22, 2021 - 5:45am

Timothy Bauer is a self-confessed kayak junkie who talks through some of his favorite kayak-biking combination trails that are located mostly in the Driftless Area.

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NASCAR Cup Returns To Wisconsin For July 4 Race

Bucks Are 1 Win Away From First NBA Finals Since 1974

Milwaukee Beach Ambassadors Hope To Educate Swimmers, Prevent Drownings

Reports: No 'Structural Damage' To Antetokounmpo's Knee, But Return Unclear

Khris Middleton Leads Milwaukee Bucks To A 2-1 Lead Over The Atlanta Hawks

Kayaks In Short Supply As Pandemic-Era Boom Continues

After Game 1 Nail-Biter, Bucks Look To Pull Even In Eastern Conference Finals

Brewers Return To Milwaukee For 'Re-Opening Day' With Division Lead

'For The Haters': Bucks Prepare For Conference Finals Against Hawks

To Pedal And Paddle: Combine Trail And River Activities In These Driftless Region Gems

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