Rebecca Klopf

Milwaukee

Reporter at WTMJ-TV (Milwaukee, WI)

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Oconomowoc native makes history as pioneering gender-affirming surgeon

1 week ago | tmj4.com | Rebecca Klopf |Tony Aria

OCONOMOWOC, Wis. — An Oconomowoc native is breaking barriers in the medical field as a pioneering surgeon in gender-affirming care, while also helping victims of genital mutilation worldwide. Dr. Marci Bowers, who graduated from Oconomowoc High School, has become the first surgeon with a transgender history to practice gender-affirming care surgery. Her groundbreaking work has taken her around the world, helping people in ways she never imagined during her Wisconsin upbringing.
Wisconsin day care owners fear rate hikes as state funding set to expire

1 week ago | tmj4.com | Rebecca Klopf |Tony Aria

WAUKESHA, Wis. — Day care providers across Wisconsin are facing a critical deadline as the state program is set to expire in just two weeks, with no clear replacement funding in sight. "I don't know how anybody could fill the gap. I don't know how that happens other than raising rates. And I can't fathom that because it would be large," said Sarah Kirschling, a Waukesha day care owner.
Drinking on the streets: Waukesha residents push for change to let patrons carry drinks at downtown events

1 week ago | tmj4.com | Rebecca Klopf |Tony Aria

WAUKESHA, Wis. — Waukesha residents have been asking for years: Why can't they take their drinks outside during the popular Friday Night Live events? Now, city officials are considering a change that would allow just that. The Waukesha Downtown Business Association (WDBA) has been working with city leaders to establish a designated outdoor refreshment area, or DORA, for certain special events in downtown Waukesha. The plan was presented to the common council on Tuesday.
Day care families bracing for day care price hikes as state funding ends

1 week ago | tmj4.com | Rebecca Klopf |Tony Aria

BROOKFIELD, Wis. — Families across Waukesha County and the state are bracing for potential child care rate increases as a crucial state funding program is about to end, leaving many parents worried about affordability. When Angela Lenz couldn't get answers from lawmakers about the future of child care funding, she reached out to TMJ4 to help find answers. After sending multiple emails and letters without response, she felt her concerns weren't being heard.
Pewaukee mom calls for action after daughter killed by elderly wrong-way driver

2 weeks ago | tmj4.com | Rebecca Klopf |Tony Aria

A Pewaukee mother is turning her grief into action in the years followingher 20-year-old daughter’s death. Marleh Lehmann was killed by a wrong-way driver with dementia on Interstate 94 just trying to get home. Margo Lehmann is sharing her daughter Marleh's story in hopes of preventing similar tragedies. She believes families must make difficult decisions when elderly relatives show signs of cognitive decline.
Pewaukee businesses unite against hate after second anti-gay incident

2 weeks ago | tmj4.com | Rebecca Klopf |Tony Aria

PEWAUKEE, Wis. — After a second anti-gay incident in just over a month, Pewaukee business owners and employees are standing together to show that hate doesn't represent their community. "Pewaukee has definitely come together. It is a good community. Random things of hate doesn't need to take this town down," said Matt Draper, co-owner of Pewaukee Tattoo Parlor. The first incident occurred in late April when hate mail was sent to Draper’s co-owner at the Pewaukee Tattoo Parlor who is gay.
Waukesha County dispensary owners call for regulations of people selling cannabis

2 weeks ago | tmj4.com | Rebecca Klopf |Tony Aria

PEWAUKEE, Wis. — Two Waukesha County hemp dispensary owners are advocating for stricter regulations after two Milwaukee children were hospitalized for accidentally consuming cannabis gummies that resembled popular candy. The incident, which involved children ages 4 and 9, has sparked concern among responsible business owners who worry about the industry's reputation and public safety.
Waukesha County Technical College Applied AI Lab director, program manager discuss vision for new program

2 weeks ago | tmj4.com | Rebecca Klopf |Tony Aria

PEWAUKEE, Wis — Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) is positioning itself at the forefront of artificial intelligence education and application in the region. The college has established what they're calling the first Applied Artificial Intelligence lab in the Midwest, designed to bridge the gap between theoretical AI concepts and practical implementation. "This is a lab. This is a place where we are meant to have people to tinker," said Sarah Buszka, WCTC director of the Applied AI Lab.
Coming back bigger, Oscar's Frozen Custard shows plans to rebuild after fire

3 weeks ago | tmj4.com | Rebecca Klopf |Tony Aria

TOWN OF BROOKFIELD, Wis. — After a devastating fire destroyed the beloved Town of Brookfield location last November, Oscar's Frozen Custard owners are moving forward with ambitious plans to rebuild — with several community-requested improvements. "It is kind of sad walking on here, but it is going to be rebuilt," said Susie Taylor, who owns Oscar's Frozen Custard with her husband Jim.
Former neighbor shocked as manhunt continues for Pewaukee native accused of killing his daughters

3 weeks ago | nbc26.com | Rebecca Klopf

PEWAUKEE — A manhunt continues for Travis Decker, a Pewaukee native accused of murdering his three daughters in Washington state. The news has sent shockwaves through the quiet Waukesha County community where Decker grew up. Decker's former neighbor in Pewaukee, who asked to remain anonymous because Decker has not been arrested, remembers him as a kind teenager who excelled at sports. "We always got along great with the kids, the whole family," the neighbor said.

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Rebecca Klopf @RebeccaKlopf

3 Jan 23

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11 Nov 22

Just to be clear I have not paid $8 for this blue badge. Not sure how long it will last or why it is still up, but I was an OG verified user.

Rebecca Klopf @RebeccaKlopf

24 Sep 22

Totally!! @FoodNetwork why did you ruin #HalloweenWars?!!

rillegas08 @rillegas08

#HalloweenWars this season Pro: They've got pumpkin carvers again! That was the thing that was missing last season that makes Halloween Wars different from the other competitions on @FoodNetwork. Con: Zak Bagans is still hosting. He's not interesting in the slightest.