Milwaukee, WI
VISIT Milwaukee previews February event calendar
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) — There is more fun to be had in the Milwaukee area during February than just activities related to Valentine’s Day. Ian Thompson of VISIT Milwaukee joined us on Wednesday, Feb. 7 to take an early look at some unique events set to hit the area.
The Marcus Performing Arts Center is showcasing “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical” through March 10, presenting the journey of Percy Jackson with performances from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. This adaptation of the New York Times bestseller, with an original rock score, is recommended for fans of all ages.
“Brunch, Beats & Eats: A Black Love Karaoke Brunch” will take place at Turner Hall’s Turning Tables on Sunday, Feb. 11, featuring a menu from Turning Tables and music by DJ A-BIZ from HYFIN. The event combines food, music and a karaoke experience focused on celebrating Black love.
Vino Third Ward is hosting a Galentine’s Day Wine Tasting & Sweet Treats Pairing on Tuesday, Feb. 13, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., where guests can enjoy wines paired with four sweet treats from Blooming Lotus, guided by a Level 2 Sommelier.
The 12th Annual Baconfest MKE is scheduled to take place at Potawatomi Casino Hotel on Sunday, Feb. 25, celebrating bacon with exclusive items, a $15 Potawatomi Casino FireKeepers Club Rewards Play certificate and more.
More details can be found by checking out VISIT Milwaukee online.
Milwaukee, WI
Silver Alert issued for critically missing 69-year-old Milwaukee man with dementia
The Wisconsin Department of Justice and Milwaukee police are searching for a vulnerable, critically missing 69-year-old man.
Ike King Jr. was last seen traveling on foot Sunday, Oct. 6, around 10:30 p.m. in the 3300 block of North 41st Street, a largely residential area just west of West Fond du Lac Avenue. King has dementia. He is Black and has brown eyes and a black, curly afro. He has a missing front tooth and is about 5 feet, 10 inches tall and 175 pounds with a medium build.
King was last seen wearing a white flannel, a blue shirt, blue pants resembling Dickies style pants and black Nike flip-flops.
Silver Alerts are issued for elderly persons who are missing and believed to have dementia or some other cognitive impairment. “Critical missing” is a label police apply to people who may be especially vulnerable due to a variety of factors.
Anyone with information regarding King’s whereabouts should call the Milwaukee Police Department’s Seventh District at 414-935-7272.
Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee shootings Sunday; 1 dead, 1 injured
MILWAUKEE – One person is dead and another is injured after different shootings in Milwaukee on Sunday, Oct. 6.
20th and Cornell
A 16-year-old was shot around 1 p.m. and went to the hospital for treatment. The teen victim succumbed to their injury.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting are under investigation. Police are looking for anyone involved.
Birch and Sheridan
A 25-year-old was shot around 5:30 p.m. The victim went to the hospital for treatment of non-fatal injuries.
Police are still investigating and looking for anyone involved.
MPD tips
Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Milwaukee Police Department at 414-935-7360 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS or use the P3 Tips app.
Milwaukee, WI
Weather Webcast with Chief Meteorologist Tom Wachs
Clear skies tonight with patchy frost away from the lake overnight. Temperatures dropping into the 30s inland, mid-40s near the lake overnight. Becoming partly sunny on Monday, breezy with highs in the mid-60s.
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