Milwaukee, WI

The Milwaukee Marathon returns Saturday. These roads will be closed for the race

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2 years ago

April 11, 2024

The Milwaukee Marathon returns Saturday. These roads will be closed for the race

From incorrectly measured courses to a weather-related cancellation, the Milwaukee Marathon has had its fair share of struggles since it launched in 2015.

Still, it was announced late last year that the marathon, half marathon and 5K races would return (for the first time in-person since 2019) with a new course on Saturday, April 13. That’s just two days away, and, this time, it looks like the race is on. However, numerous roads throughout Milwaukee will be closed this weekend to accommodate the runners.

Here’s what to know about the race and related road closures.

When is the 2024 Milwaukee Marathon?

The 2024 Milwaukee Marathon takes place on Saturday, April 13. The marathon and half marathon start at 7 a.m. The 5K starts at 7:30 a.m.

What roads will be closed for the Milwaukee Marathon?

Numerous roads along the lakefront and the Oak Leaf Trail will be closed for the races. All road closures are Saturday only unless otherwise noted.

Park Road from Oklahoma Avenue to Howell Avenue: Closed 8 a.m. Friday to 5 p.m. Saturday.
Harbor Drive from Lincoln Memorial Drive to Clybourn Street: Closed 11 a.m. Friday to noon Saturday.
Lincoln Memorial from Harbor Drive to Kenwood Boulevard: Closed 6 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Terrace Avenue from Wyoming Place to Wahl Avenue: Closed 6 a.m. to 8 a.m.
Wahl Avenue from Terrace Avenue to Lake Drive: Closed 6 a.m. to 8 a.m.
Lake Drive from Wahl Avenue to Kenwood Boulevard: Closed 6 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Newberry Boulevard from Oakland Avenue to Lake Drive: Closed 6 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Oakland Avenue from Park Place to Geneva Place: Closed 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Park Place from Oakland Avenue: Closed 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Kenwood Boulevard from Lincoln Memorial: Closed 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Erie Street from Broadway Street: Closed 6 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Summerfest Place from Harbor Drive: Closed 6 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Broadway Street from Erie Street to Water Street: Closed 6 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Water Street from Broadway Street to National Avenue: Closed 6 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
National Avenue from Water Street to First Street: Closed 6 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
First Street from National Avenue to Kinnickinnic Avenue: Closed 6 a.m. to noon
Kinnickinnic Avenue from First Street to Russell Avenue: Closed 6 a.m. to noon
Russell Avenue from First Street to Lincoln Memorial: Closed 6 a.m. to noon
Oklahoma Avenue from Superior Street to Howell Avenue: Closed 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A few freeway ramps will also be closed for the marathon:

Interstate-794 eastbound and westbound at Milwaukee Lakefront: Closed 6 a.m. to 11 a.m.
I-794 northbound and southbound at Oklahoma Avenue: Closed 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Click here to view the full course maps on the marathon’s website.

Where does the new Milwaukee Marathon course go?

The new Milwaukee Marathon and half marathon courses start on Harbor Drive at the Henry Maier Festival Park.

The full marathon course moves up the east side to Lake Park and follows the Oak Leaf Trail. It winds back down through Lakeshore State Park, the Third Ward and Walker’s Point, ending at Humboldt Park in Bay View. The course also passes the art museum and touches Lincoln, Estabrook and South Shore parks.

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Stolen Oak Creek couple’s car found by viewer dumped near Milwaukee apartment complex

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19 minutes ago

June 19, 2026

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Stolen Oak Creek couple’s car found by viewer dumped near Milwaukee apartment complex

MILWAUKEE — An Oak Creek couple’s stolen car has been found after a viewer who saw a report on the theft spotted it near a south side Milwaukee apartment complex.

Melinna Posey said the ordeal began when her car was stolen and she turned to social media for help. A person who responded claimed to have the vehicle and demanded money for its return. The person messaging even taunted her, discarding some of the items inside the car.

Personal items were inside the vehicle, including the family’s car seat, stroller, cameras and photos.

“It’s been very stressful, especially for him. It’s his vehicle, it’s in his name,” Posey said.

Watch: Stolen Oak Creek couple’s car found by viewer dumped near Milwaukee apartment complex

Stolen Oak Creek couple’s car found by viewer dumped near Milwaukee apartment complex

I spoke to Posey on Tuesday. Since then, she and Tyler Dusenberry had been searching for the car. On Thursday, the couple received a message from someone who saw the story on TMJ4. That person found the car at a south side Milwaukee apartment complex and shared pictures of the red Dodge Durango SRT between trees and a building, covered in tarps.

“I didn’t believe the text message at first today, and then he sent pictures of the car, and I was like, thank the lord, I was like thank you so much,” Posey said.

“It’s a roller coaster that’s what it’s been,” Dusenberry said.

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Oak Creek Police picked up the car and are processing it for evidence. The family has not yet been able to see the inside of the vehicle or what, if anything, was left behind.

The family said they are grateful to everyone who helped them this week, but said the entire experience will be tough to get over.

“It’s just unfortunate that this all happened, and we had a lot of memories and trips within that vehicle so it’s just a little life-changing to be honest,” Dusenberry said.

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$95,000 worth of Milwaukee tools stolen in Plover

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11 hours ago

June 18, 2026

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,000 worth of Milwaukee tools stolen in Plover

PLOVER, Wis. (WBAY) – Police in the western part of the state are spreading the word after someone stole over $95,000 worth of Milwaukee-brand tools. Police are concerned that they’ll be sold online or sold outside the state.

Milwaukee-brand tools were stolen from a trailer at a solar farm in Plover.

Police say there were 130 items, including more than 40 half-inch impact guns, multiple wire cutters, grease guns, 80 batteries, and a couple of small generators.

Investigators are warning that buyers who purchase stolen items can have them seized and could lose their money or even face criminal charges if they knew the property was stolen.

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