Duke Carter

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Weekend Morning Anchor and Reporter at WISN-TV (Milwaukee, WI)

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Articles

Milwaukee residents seek relief from heat at Cool Waters Aquatic Park

5 days ago | wisn.com | Duke Carter

Milwaukee residents are finding ways to beat the extreme heat, with many choosing to cool off at Cool Waters Aquatic Park in West Allis. Nova Rios is one of hundreds of kids playing on the slide or taking a dip in the pool, getting a break from the sun. "He went down the slide, and then we went under water," Rios said. "I play under water, I feel like I was, like, really cool."The little ones aren't the only ones getting a break from this extreme heat.
Wisconsin mom breaks world record in planking

1 week ago | wcvb.com | Duke Carter

Rashelle Mason, a 53-year-old mom from Wisconsin, broke the world record Friday in planking, surpassing the previous record by nine seconds. "I did 16 minutes, how long can I go?" Mason said, reflecting on her journey from small beginnings to attempting a world record. Initially, she thought, "That's crazy," but found the inspiration to pursue her goal. Throughout the event, Mason played motivational music and wore a message on her arm to mentally push through the challenge. "You're fine.
Muskego mom breaks world record in planking

1 week ago | wisn.com | Duke Carter

Rashelle Mason, a 53-year-old mom from Muskego, broke the world record Friday in planking at the Princeton Club in New Berlin, surpassing the previous record by nine seconds. "I did 16 minutes, how long can I go?" Mason said, reflecting on her journey from small beginnings to attempting a world record. Initially, she thought, "That's crazy," but found the inspiration to pursue her goal.
Milwaukee celebrates Juneteenth with vibrant festival

1 week ago | wisn.com | Duke Carter

COUNTRY. A SEA OF PEOPLE LINED MARTIN LUTHER KING JUNIOR DRIVE FOR MILWAUKEE’S 54TH ANNUAL JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL. I THINK IT’S PRETTY FUN EXPERIENCE. THEY GOT SOME PRETTY COOL STUFF OVER THERE. COREY SMITH CAME TO CHECK OUT THE VARIETY OF VENDORS, AND THERE’S EVERYTHING FROM JEWELRY TO SOAPS TO FOOD AND DRINKS. YOU GOT BASKETBALL, YOU GOT WEIGHTLIFTING, YOU GOT SOME PEOPLE GIVING OUT FREE FOOD. I LOVE ALL THE PEOPLE OUT HERE TODAY. DARRYL WAYNE NELSON’S BOOTH IS CALLED MR.
Milwaukee's Juneteenth parade celebrates Black freedom, unity

1 week ago | wisn.com | Duke Carter

Milwaukee's Juneteenth parade in the Harambee neighborhood drew a massive crowd, featuring bands, dancers, and dignitaries as the city celebrated black freedom and community unity. From the sounds of drumlines to a caravan of Corvettes along Martin Luther King Drive, people celebrated Juneteenth with peace, joy, and happiness.
Galveston marks 160th Juneteenth anniversary with celebrations

1 week ago | wisn.com | Duke Carter

Galveston, Texas, the birthplace of Juneteenth, is celebrating the 160th anniversary of the historic announcement with a series of events, including reenactments, concerts and fireworks. On June 19, 1865, the last known enslaved people in the South learned they were free. It's a day that has become an integral part of Milwaukee's identity. Celebrations are also massive in Galveston, where it all started. Gen.
Texas journalist shares family ties to Juneteenth and sharecropping

1 week ago | wisn.com | Duke Carter

HEY, GOOD MORNING, JOE. SO YEAH, WE’RE AT MLK AND LOCUST, AS YOU JUST SAID, DEALING WITH THE OPENING CEREMONIES. AND IT IS LIKE A FAMILY REUNION OUT HERE. MANY PEOPLE LAUGH AND SAY, HEY, HOW ARE YOU DOING? WE’RE GOING TO PAN THE CAMERA OVER THERE BECAUSE WE MADE SOME FRIENDS SAY, HEY, HOW Y’ALL DOING? HOW YOU FEEL BEING OUT HERE? OH, I FEEL GREAT. I’M GLAD TO MEET YOU. I’VE BEEN LOOKING TO MEET YOU. YES.
Milwaukee rapper with cerebral palsy to perform at Summerfest

1 week ago | wisn.com | Duke Carter

THIS IS. THE MIND. AND NOW THEY’RE GOING TO FIGURE DESIRE TO BE A LIFELONG DREAM TURNED REALITY FOR A LOCAL MILWAUKEE RAPPER. HE IS ABOUT TO HIT THE BIG STAGE AT SUMMERFEST. THIS IS SO EXCITING. 12 NEWS DO CARTER BRINGS US THE INSPIRING STORY OF A MAN BORN WITH A DISABILITY, WHO DIDN’T LET IT STOP HIM FROM FOLLOWING HIS DREAM. I FOUND MYSELF WITH THE SUIT AND TIE OVER THE BELT. YES, RAPPER JAQUAN GASTON, BETTER KNOWN AS RAP J, IS RECORDING HIS LATEST TRACK IN GLENDALE.
Milwaukee police investigate fatal shooting in Roosevelt Grove neighborhood

1 week ago | wisn.com | Duke Carter

Milwaukee police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred late last night near 35th and Capitol in the Roosevelt Grove neighborhood, where a 25-year-old man was found dead at the scene. Adam Holman, who lives in the Roosevelt Grove neighborhood, managing his lawn for safety reasons. "I go down on man cave, watch my sport and stuff. You know, I, I stay out of the way. I let them have the streets now and I'm old now," Holman said.
Thousands of kids gather for 'Play Ball Weekend' in Milwaukee County

1 week ago | wisn.com | Duke Carter

Thousands of children gathered at Baran Park in Milwaukee County for the annual Play Ball Weekend, an event designed to encourage kids to get outside and play baseball. "It's a good day to take kids out to the ball game," said one participant, as children hit baseballs out to the crowd. The event focuses on teaching baseball basics, including running, catching, and hitting. "Jack-Jack," as his family calls him, is one of about a thousand kids participating in this year's Play Ball clinics.

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