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Karen Stokes
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Karen Stokes is a Milwaukee-based freelance journalist with more than 16 years of experience reporting on local and national politics, as well as community interest stories that highlight culture, social issues, and civic engagement for local, regional, and national publications.
Mandela Barnes drops out of race for Wisconsin governor
Jul 30, 2026, 2:22 PM CT
BREAKING: Mandela Barnes drops out of primary for Wisconsin governor
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Baylor Spears / Wisconsin Examiner
Jul 30, 2026, 2:16 PM CT
Bulls, Barrels and Derbies: Racine County Fair’s Weekend Schedule Set
Jul 30, 2026, 12:28 PM CT
Racine Raiders clinch top seed in MWUFL Playoffs with 39-12 win at Sheboygan County
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Nick Payne / Racine County Eye
Jul 30, 2026, 11:52 AM CT
Appeals court overturns ruling declaring Act 10 unconstitutional
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Henry Redman / Wisconsin Examiner
Jul 30, 2026, 11:49 AM CT
Kenosha chef to lead kids cooking demonstration at HarborPark Jazz festival 2026
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Nick Payne / Racine County Eye
Jul 30, 2026, 11:45 AM CT
PTSD and torture claims by Salah Sarsour put under microscope in federal hearing
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Isiah Holmes / Wisconsin Examiner
Jul 30, 2026, 11:43 AM CT
Milwaukee is celebrating Bronzeville Week with over 25 events: Here’s a preview
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Alex Klaus / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Jul 30, 2026, 11:41 AM CT