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From JSOnline:

Vanessa Swales

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Milwaukee, get ready to celebrate Independence Day with a slight tech-savvy twist this year.

Milwaukee County, in collaboration with the Milwaukee Parks Foundation, plans to use drones instead of fireworks for its long-standing McKinley Beach July 3 celebration. The drone show will blend "cutting-edge drone technology with an original synchronized soundtrack for a dazzling 45-minute performance," featuring images of Milwaukee's iconic landmarks as well as patriotic and local themes, according to the county.

“Milwaukee County is at its best when we come together to create memorable, inclusive experiences for everyone," Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley said in a news release. "We’re proud to bring the community together for this first-of-its-kind drone show, highlighting not just our beautiful lakefront but the creativity and collaboration that make Milwaukee County so special."

The switch marks a national shift in other cities across the country, including Napa, Tahoe City, and Salt Lake City, that have chosen drone shows over fireworks for July 4 celebrations. For many cities, the use of drones offers a safer, eco-friendly and noise-free spectacle. The City of Wauwatosa has also decided to ditch traditional fireworks, replacing them with a drone show July 2.

“This drone show is an exciting and environmentally conscious way to celebrate our community," Guy Smith, executive director of Milwaukee County Parks, said in the release. "Unlike traditional fireworks, drone shows reduce noise and air pollution while still delivering an unforgettable experience ... It’s about making memories and ensuring everyone feels welcome in these shared spaces.” 

The display is expected to start around 9:15 p.m., with public viewing areas available at McKinley Beach and McKinley Park.

In 2024, Milwaukee County canceled its annual July 3 lakefront fireworks show due to a lack of sponsorship funding. The county's parks department previously shared that the fireworks display usually cost roughly $350,000 for pyrotechnics and $20,000 for additional staffing and service costs related to the event. The event typically draws in over 100,000 people from across Wisconsin.

From: https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/local/milwaukee/2025/06/04/milwaukee-county-trades-fireworks-for-drones-for-its-july-3-celebration/84028837007/

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FBI offers $10K for information about July 5 shooting

From The Journal Times.com:

Annie Pulley

MOUNT PLEASANT — The FBI is offering a $10,000 reward in exchange for information about a July 5 shooting in which three people were injured.

According to the release from the FBI’s Milwaukee office, the subject or subjects fired multiple shots into a large group of people who were celebrating the Fourth of July in the 2100 block of Racine Street in Mount Pleasant.

Two women reportedly were shot in the early morning of July 5 and taken to Froedtert Hospital with serious injuries, and one man was taken to Ascension All Saints Hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening.

The FBI released this photo of a potential subject involved in the July 5 shooting in Mount Pleasant.

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Those with information regarding the identify of the man pictured are encouraged to contact the FBI's Milwaukee office or the Mount Pleasant Police Department. 

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Anyone with information or who can identify the subjects in the photos are encouraged to contact the FBI Milwaukee Field Office at 414-276-4684 or the Mount Pleasant Police Department Detective Unit at 262-884-0454 ext. 7938.

From: https://journaltimes.com/news/local/crime-courts/fbi-offers-10k-information-july-5-shooting/article_a2b59692-7699-11ef-8b4e-0ffb6ba3b34d.html#tracking-source=home-top-story

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