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Search efforts continue for missing Waukesha County teen

<p>Isaiah Cramer, now 17, disappeared Feb. 4, 2024</p>

Republicans have declared it 'crypto' week in the House

<p>House Republicans are struggling with cryptocurrency legislation that they had expected to pass during what they dubbed "crypto week."</p>

Balloon knocks out power to customers in Milwaukee, lawmakers want to limit their release

<p>Lawmakers introduce a bill to stop the release of Mylar balloons, creating a $500 fine for anyone caught releasing ten or more.<br></p>

J.L. Business Interiors honors founder Jeffrey J. Lambie

West Bend, Wi &#8211; J.L. Business Interiors in West Bend, WI, has announced the death of founder Jeffrey J. Lambie. It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the loss of our founder, Jeffrey J. Lambie, who passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025, at the age of 68. Jeff Lambie founded [&#8230;]

Trump to put tariffs of over 10% on smaller nations, including those in Africa and the Caribbean

<p>President Donald Trump says he plans to place tariffs of over 10% on smaller countries, including nations in Africa and the Caribbean.</p>

Franklin Walmart fire started by 10-year-old boy closes store indefinitely

<p>A 10-year-old boy intentionally started a fire at a Franklin Walmart, causing significant damage and leading to the store's indefinite closure.</p>

New video: Reckless driver evading police crashes, kills pedestrian

<p>A police chase in Milwaukee resulted in a deadly crash. The crash wiped out a bus shelter and killed a 55-year-old pedestrian.</p>

GOP governor candidate Bill Berrien says he's raised close to $1 million since entering race

<p>Berrien joins Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann as a candidate for the Republican primary. </p>

Trump tells Texas Republicans to redraw the state congressional map to help keep House majority

<p>President Donald Trump is pushing Republicans in Texas to redraw the state's congressional maps to help ensure the party keeps its majority in the U.S. House in next year's midterm elections.</p>

Recovery effort underway for teen at Jaycee Quarry Park in Sheboygan

<p>Sheboygan Fire Department says search will continue until sunset</p>

đź”’ gener8tor co-founder Joe Kirgues discusses AI startups on the rise, micro-credentialing programs

<img src="https://assets.biztimes.com/2025/06/Joe-Kirgues-1024x576.jpg">As the artificial intelligence revolution sweeps through nearly every industry, Madison-based accelerator gener8tor is capitalizing on the uptick in AI startups and the need for AI instruction. Co-founder Joe Kirgues spoke with BizTimes reporter Sonia Spitz about emerging startup trends, gener8tor’s strategies for staying ahead in the ever-changing world of AI and its new micro-credentialing [&#8230;]

Consumer prices climb 2.7%, with frankfurters and coffee on the rise in June

<p>Inflation climbed in June, driven by a 3 percent rise in the food index. </p>

Victoria E. Dietel-Bargender

<img src="https://assets.biztimes.com/2025/07/VictoriaDietelBargender-300x420-1.jpg">The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm of Gimbel Reilly Guerin &#38; Brown LLP (GRGB) is pleased to announce the addition of Attorney Victoria “Tori” Dietel-Bargender to the firm’s family law and civil litigation teams. Already a subscriber? Log in To continue reading this article ... Subscribe to BizTimes today and get immediate [&#8230;]

🔒 Should your company’s website incorporate an AI chatbot?

<img src="https://assets.biztimes.com/2025/06/ai-chatbot-shutterstock_2502179335-1024x576.jpg">As artificial intelligence infiltrates almost every professional industry, companies are increasingly tasked with the decision of whether to incorporate it – and how. Most every company has a website, but not every company’s website features an AI chatbot, which begs the question: Are AI chatsbots a necessary investment as the technology evolves? “I don’t think [&#8230;]

How to save on back-to-school shopping

<p>Back-to-school shopping can feel overwhelming with long lists and rising costs. These tips can help stretch your budget. </p>

Summerfest attendance up 8.3% this year

<img src="https://assets.biztimes.com/2025/06/Sfest-crowd-couture-baird-1024x576.jpg">Attendance for the 2025 edition of Summerfest was up 8.3% to 602,231, Milwaukee World Festival Inc. announced today. “As an independent music festival, Summerfest delivers a one-of-a-kind experience, bringing fans together to enjoy incredible performances and Milwaukee’s vibrant energy,” said Sarah Pancheri, president and CEO of Milwaukee World Festival, Inc., who took over as the leader of [&#8230;]

Trump and McCormick promote energy and tech investments in Pennsylvania

<p>Pennsylvania lands $90 billion in energy and tech investments</p>

Ukraine's prime minister resigns, opening the door to a broad government reshuffle

<p>Ukraine’s prime minister steps down as Zelenskyy plans a significant government reshuffle</p>

Get the Facts: Medical debt remains on credit reports after judge blocks Biden-era rule

<p>A federal judge has blocked a Biden administration rule that would have removed medical debt from credit reports, affecting millions of Americans' credit scores and borrowing power.</p>

Florida man set to be 26th person executed in the US this year, surpassing 2024 total

<p>Michael Bernard Bell would be the eighth person put to death in Florida this year, with a ninth scheduled for later this month. </p>