Mary Jo Ola

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MILWAUKEE — On July 3rd waves of drones will replace the longtime fireworks show at Milwaukee's lakefront. Milwaukee County leaders announced the change Wednesday. The move to drones follows the cancellation of the 2024 show due to a lack of sponsorship. Organizers say to expect three waves of drones lasting around 14 minutes each for a 45-minute show set to music. The show will be located at McKinley Beach and the surrounding area.

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For golf content creator Drew Westphal, the sport serves as an escape and space for meaningful conversations with friends. Based in Lake Country, Westphal is an advocate for access within the sport, as well as, mental health. He uses his platform to uplift others and spread positivity through the game of golf. "I'm excited for the opportunity to amplify the message of golf and inclusivity," Westphal told TMJ4. The sport and his reach has led Westphal to unexpected opportunities.

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MILWAUKEE — The mother of an American journalist and Marquette University graduate is filled with gratitude as investigators recover and try to identify human remains of ISIS hostages in Syria. Diane Foley holds her son, Jim Foley, close to her heart. "Jim was just good. He was good-hearted, passionate, curious about the world, and wanted to make a difference for good," Diane said.

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MILWAUKEE — On Milwaukee's south side, you never know what's hanging around the American Science and Surplus store. "It's always kind of like a treasure hunt," longtime customer Joshua Peek told TMJ4. The company first opened in Chicago nearly 90 years ago. The Milwaukee location, the largest of the company's three stores, opened in 1981. Owner Patrick Meyer became emotional while talking about the customers who have made American Science and Surplus a part of their lives.

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The family of Zakiy Robertson identified him as the 19-year-old who was shot and killed in Milwaukee Wednesday night. Milwaukee Police said the shooting happened around 8 p.m. near Dr. M.L.K. Jr. Drive and North Avenue. People in the neighborhood told TMJ4 that it began in front of a gas station and moved down a nearby street. "He had a big heart. He loved everybody. He was a jokester. He was a joy to be around. We're going to miss him," Lakesha Robertson said.