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Milwaukee Film Festival Wraps Up with Record Attendance and Inspiring Jury Awards

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Milwaukee, Wis. – The 2025 Milwaukee Film Festival concluded last Thursday, May 8, celebrating a vibrant showcase of cinema and honoring the creators behind the films. The festival, sponsored by Associated Bank, attracted a remarkable turnout, with 32,004 attendees enjoying a diverse range of screenings over a span of 15 days. This year’s festival highlighted a centralized East Side location, making it more accessible for audiences. The community response was enthusiastic, with attendance per screening increasing by 47% compared to last year. Susan Kerns, the Executive Director of Milwaukee Film, described the event as “two … Read more

US Seeks to Keep Key Details Under Wraps in Kilmar Abrego Garcia Case; Court Hearing Set for Arguments

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In Washington, federal authorities are pushing to keep certain details private in the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who faces serious charges. A judge is set to hear arguments regarding the government’s request to withhold specific information. Garcia’s case has garnered attention due to its complexity and the sensitive nature of the allegations involved. The government’s stance highlights its interest in protecting certain aspects of the proceedings, which it believes are critical for national security or the integrity of ongoing investigations. Legal experts speculate that this case may set precedents regarding the balance between the … Read more

Milwaukee Film Festival 2025 Wraps Up with Record Attendance and Celebrated Award Winners, Sets Stage for 2026!

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin — The 2025 Milwaukee Film Festival, held over two vibrant weeks, wrapped up last Thursday, leaving a significant impact on the local arts community. The festival, sponsored by Associated Bank, showcased an impressive array of films, engaging audiences and celebrating cinematic creativity. Attendance numbers released by Milwaukee Film indicate that the festival attracted 32,004 viewers across 265 public screenings. This year’s lineup featured a total of 209 films, including 97 feature films, of which 49 were documentaries and 48 were works of fiction. Additionally, 112 short films were screened. The festival provided a … Read more

Pierce County Wraps Up Groundbreaking $100-a-Day Jury Pay Pilot, Eyes Long-Term Changes

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Tacoma, WA – Pierce County Superior Court recently concluded a significant pilot program that increased jury compensation to $100 per day from the standard $10 in an effort to evaluate whether higher pay could diversify jury pools and lessen barriers to jury service. The pilot, which began on October 14 of the previous year, is set to complete its final phase by mid-May after the last trials commence the week of April 14. The pilot program, backed by over $1.5 million in funding from the Washington State Legislature and support from the Washington State Supreme … Read more