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Milwaukee’s cruise industry set to make waves
MILWAUKEE — More cruise ships are headed to Milwaukee this summer, bringing in a wave of tourists and potential boosts for local businesses.
Cruise the Great Lakes officials predicted by 2025, cruising on the Great Lakes will generate $230 million in economic impact. That’s a 15% increase from last year, Cruise the Great Lakes said.
The growth is fueled by an expanding cruise schedule and the upcoming South Shore Cruise Dock, which is set to open in 2026.
“This project will take us from good to great,” Jackie Porter, port director for Port of Milwaukee, said. “We offer good service in Milwaukee, but we want to offer a great service, and we want to continue to contribute to the regional impact that cruising has had on the Great Lakes industry.”
For businesses such as Black Sheep in Walker’s Point, more visitors means more opportunity.
“The more, the merrier,” Alex Riddle, one of Black Sheep’s managers, said. “Having lots of people come in is great for business, great for community and great for the culture.”
This year, six different cruise lines are set to operate on the Great Lakes.
The first ship arrives in Milwaukee on April 28. It kicks off what could be the busiest season yet.
“A decade ago, there’s only six cruise ships visiting Milwaukee, all by one ship,” Porter said. “Last year, we saw 26 cruises starting cruises starting in Milwaukee with over 13,000 passengers, so we are really excited about what the future holds.”
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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MILWAUKEE – UPDATE: Milwaukee police said Ciara Crump, reported critically missing on Wednesday, has been found safe. The original missing person notice is available below.
The Milwaukee Police Department needs help to find 29-year-old Ciara Crump, a critically missing woman who was last seen near 80th and Marion just after 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 17.
What they’re saying:
Police described Crump as 5 feet, 2 inches tall and 180 pounds with brown eyes and long brown hair. She was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and black pants while carrying a black bag.
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Anyone with information on Crump’s whereabouts is asked to call Milwaukee Police District 7 at 414-935-7272.
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