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Brewers win World Series: Milwaukee-area businesses offer free food and drinks

Local businesses are celebrating the Brewers' first World Series championship with giveaways across southeast Wisconsin.

Marcus Chen

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BizTimes editor talks on Channel 12 about the business impact from the World Series

BizTimes editor Andrew Weiland joins the 4 p.m. newscast on WISN-TV Channel 12 each week to discuss the latest business headlines in southeastern Wisconsin. He made an appearance on Thursday to talk about how the Milwaukee Brewers appearance, and victory, in the World Series is impacting businesses...

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First Choice Dental acquires Milwaukee Dental Partners

First Choice Dental, a multi-specialty dental group serving customers in southern and southeastern Wisconsin, has acquired Milwaukee Dental Partners, a three-practice dental group serving Washington and Ozaukee counties. As a result, Oakbrook Dental in West Bend, Jackson Family Dentistry in Jackson...

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Brewers fans flood Brookfield stores for World Series gear

Retailers saw checkout lines reach an hour and 20 minutes for Brewers championship apparel.

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Brewers fans rush to buy World Series merchandise after historic win

Brewers fans celebrated the team’s first World Series title by flocking to stores across Milwaukee to purchase championship merchandise and share their excitement with the community.

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WATCH: World Series champion Brewers land in Milwaukee

The Brewers return to Milwaukee on Thursday after beating the Tampa Bay Rays and winning the first World Series in franchise history. FOX6 News is there to see the team get off the plane at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.Brewers World Series coverageFOX6 News has shared stories throughout...

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More than 300,000 space heaters sold at popular retailers recalled over fire risk

More than 300,000 space heaters sold at popular retailers recalled over fire riskAdvertisementUpdated: 2:24 PM CDT Oct 29, 2026Editorial Standards ⓘBrian WiechertDigital Content ManagerMore than 300,000 space heaters sold at popular retailers recalled over fire riskUpdated: 2:24 PM CDT Oct 29,...

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Electric motorcycle company LiveWire in peril as company issues going-concern warning

Despite a 38% rise in revenue in the third quarter, Harley-Davidson electric motorcycle spin off company LiveWire is navigating an uncertain future amid a going concern warning issued at the release of its third quarter results this morning. The issuing followed LiveWire CEO Karim Donnez...

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Memorable moments from the 2026 Milwaukee Brewers season: Part 2

They did it. They actually did it. In the nearly 70 years since the Milwaukee Braves won the 1957 World Series, the final Today in Wisconsin Baseball History entry has been a loss that ensured Milwaukee would wait one more year for another chance to experience a moment like this. Finally, for the...

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LIST: Where to get World Series gear online and in-person

Stores around SE Wisconsin are staying open or reopening to give fans the ability to get merchandise and celebrate their team.

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Milwaukee Brewers win 2026 World Series for first time in franchise history

The Milwaukee Brewers have won the 2026 World Series. It is the team's first World Series championship in franchise history.

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Sartori’s $47 million expansion of Plymouth plant will create up to 27 new jobs

Plymouth-based cheese producer Sartori Company’s $47 million expansion of its whey converting facility is expected to create up to 27 new jobs, according to an announcement today from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. The project will add 68,000 square feet of space to the existing...

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Harley again raises 2027 sales forecast amid rise in Q3 sales

One year into CEO Athur Starrs’ leadership, Harley-Davidson is leaning heavily into his Back to the Bricks strategy, reporting increased retail sales and lower dealership inventory. The company reported slightly lower third quarter revenue year over year, down to $964 million in the quarter, a 10%...

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