AGP Executive Report

NBA Shockwave: The Knicks crushed the Cavaliers 130-93 in Game 4 and swept the series, sending Cleveland into a messy offseason and leaving Milwaukee fans watching the Giannis trade talk with fresh urgency. Giannis Watch: A report says fewer than a dozen teams are expected to make serious offers for Milwaukee’s two-time MVP, but the Bucks’ “deadline” to decide is getting close. State Politics: A Marquette Law poll finds 80% of Wisconsin adults think the Legislature should’ve passed the failed $1.8B tax-and-school deal. Election Probe: The FBI plans to interview Milwaukee police officers tied to the 2020 election investigation, including a flash drive incident at the central count. Transit & Roads: Ozaukee municipalities received $1.44M in quarterly transportation aids, and Milwaukee County Transit rolls out summer service changes June 7. Tech/Industry: Modine shares jumped after a up-to-$4B data center cooling deal. Local Win: St. Joseph Catholic School in Rice Lake won a top VEX IQ robotics honor—first Wisconsin team ever to do it.

Knicks’ Finals stampede: New York crushed Cleveland 130-93 in Game 4 to complete a 4-0 Eastern Conference sweep and lock in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, riding an 11-game winning streak. Western Conference chess match: The Knicks now wait on the Thunder-Spurs series, tied 2-2 with Game 5 set Tuesday in Oklahoma City. Brewers’ Memorial Day surge: Milwaukee opened a Cardinals series with a 5-1 win as Jacob Misiorowski struck out 12 and carried a no-hitter into the sixth, throwing 57 pitches at 100 mph or more—an MLB record since tracking began in 2008. Local Memorial Day moments: Colfax unveiled a new veterans memorial plaza, and Watertown dedicated a permanent replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. Lottery results: Wisconsin posted May 25 Powerball (17-32-48-60-64, Powerball 10, Power Play 2) plus Pick 3 and other draw numbers.

Memorial Day Baseball Reset: MLB fans are finally digging into the standings, with Elias data showing 59% of teams that led on June 1 went on to win their division in the wild-card era. Brewers-Cardinals Focus: Milwaukee opens a key 3-game set at home Monday, with Jacob Misiorowski slated and betting leaning under 7.5 runs. Local Sports Spotlight: Trine’s Bailey Puckett capped a standout NCAA DIII run with a fifth-place, school-record 1,500. Milwaukee News: Schlitz beer ended production after 177 years, while Milwaukee’s public pools are gearing up to open for summer. Politics & Courts: UW-Madison is fighting a public-records request tied to a consultant’s economic-impact work. Culture & Community: Beartooth frontman Caleb Shomo’s wife spoke out after his gay reveal, and a Christian lifeguard’s Pride-flag dispute heads toward trial.

Dodgers vs. Brewers: Milwaukee’s home series hit a rough spot as the Dodgers’ Yoshinobu Yamamoto shut things down in a 5-1 win, with Andy Pages and Kyle Tucker driving the offense. Brewers’ next move: Milwaukee still has Brandon Sproat’s rotation status on the radar after another shaky outing, but manager Pat Murphy says they’re not pulling the rookie. MLB roundup: Aaron Judge snapped an 11-game slump with a two-run homer as the Yankees beat the Rays 2-0, while the Marlins completed a sweep of the Mets on a walk-off grand slam. Indy 500: Felix Rosenqvist won the 110th Indy 500 in the closest finish ever, edging David Malukas by .0233 seconds. Wisconsin public safety: A Wisconsin State Patrol trooper arrested a driver for OWI after pulling over a speeding car with four kids inside. Wisconsin Lottery: Pick 3 (May 24) midday 5-2-9; evening 8-2-7.

Dodgers vs. Brewers: Los Angeles blew Milwaukee out 11-3 on Saturday as Teoscar Hernández went deep and drove in six, while the Dodgers bullpen stretched a scoreless streak to 36 innings—the longest since at least 1901. Local Politics: Milwaukee community leader Lucille Berrien, the first African American woman to run for mayor, died at 98. Statehouse Fallout: Wisconsin lawmakers are defending their “no” votes on a tax relief deal as a Marquette Law School poll heads to the public Tuesday. Prediction Markets: A New York Times report says Trump-era CFTC officials suspended staff who raised concerns about politically connected prediction market firms. Sports Betting Buzz: Multiple major-book promos are pushing big bonuses for Sunday NBA and MLB action. Fire Truck Antitrust: Mesa says it may join lawsuits claiming fire truck makers colluded to drive up prices and delays.

Dodgers vs. Brewers: Teoscar Hernández went nuclear—two homers and a career-high six RBI—as the Dodgers erased a 3-0 hole and beat Milwaukee 11-3. Bullpen dominance: Los Angeles’ relievers kept rolling, extending a scoreless streak to 36 innings, the longest for a Dodgers bullpen since at least 1901. Series swing: The win snapped Milwaukee’s four-game streak and evened the weekend set, setting up a Sunday rubber match. Cubs spiral: In Chicago, Christian Walker hit two homers and the Astros shut out the Cubs 3-0, pushing their skid to seven. Knicks on the brink: New York is one win from the NBA Finals after a historic 10-game playoff run. Lottery watch: Wisconsin Lottery results for May 23 include Powerball 04-16-41-48-66 (Powerball 26, Power Play 2) and Pick 3 midday 1-2-6, evening 6-3-3. Local flavor: Thousands packed Madison’s Brat Fest for beer, brats, and Memorial Day weekend fun.

Brewers vs. Dodgers: Milwaukee kept rolling in the NLCS rematch, beating Los Angeles 5-1 on Friday behind William Contreras’ three-run homer and Logan Henderson’s five scoreless innings, with the Dodgers’ only run coming late. Injury Watch: Dodgers’ Max Muncy left after being hit on the wrist; initial X-rays were negative and he’s expected to miss a couple games. Next Up: The teams meet again Saturday with Roki Sasaki on the mound for the Dodgers. Local Life: French Island officially became Wisconsin’s newest village after a 1,493-30 vote, with elections set for July 7. Community & Animals: Two beagles rescued from a Wisconsin breeding facility are now in Michigan’s Alger Correctional Facility for inmate-led rehab. Outdoors & Weather: Lake Winnebago residents are bracing for the annual lake-fly swarm, and Memorial Day weekend looks mostly dry with warming temps.

Brewers vs. Dodgers: Milwaukee jumped on Justin Wrobleski early and never let up, beating Los Angeles 5-1 in the series opener at American Family Field. William Contreras launched a three-run homer in the first, and Logan Henderson then shut the Dodgers down over five innings as Milwaukee kept its momentum rolling. NBA eligibility shake-up: A reported NCAA guidance shift could make the college path tougher for international players with pro experience—especially Australians coming through the NBL—by tightening how schools judge whether overseas pay went beyond basic living costs. Memorial Day travel: AAA says more than 830,000 Wisconsinites are hitting the road this weekend, with seatbelt enforcement ramping up under “Click It or Ticket.” Community & culture: Madison’s Brat Fest returned to raise money for more than 100 charities, while the Madison Public Library Foundation’s Lunch for Libraries drew author Jesmyn Ward for a major fundraiser.

Homelessness Funding Push: Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and DHHS are proposing a $2.5 million reallocation of federal HOME money for tenant-based rental assistance aimed at unsheltered residents—framed as the biggest homelessness investment in county history and a way to keep Milwaukee’s low unsheltered count from slipping. Disaster Recovery: Gov. Tony Evers has formally requested a federal disaster declaration from President Trump after April storms and flooding, seeking FEMA Individual and Public Assistance plus Hazard Mitigation help for dozens of Wisconsin counties and a Tribal Nation. Gas Prices Ahead of Memorial Day: GasBuddy warns Wisconsin drivers may see record highs by Labor Day, with the Strait of Hormuz closure and other oil-market pressures keeping prices elevated. PWHL Front-Office Shakeup: Meghan Duggan is named GM for the Hamilton expansion, while Troy Ryan leaves the Toronto Sceptres to become coach and GM for San Jose. Politics in the Courts: Federal judges in Wisconsin and Maine dismissed DOJ attempts to force turnover of unredacted voter rolls, another setback for the administration’s push for detailed voter data. UW-Madison Boost: A $85.2 million donation will fund major renovations to Science Hall starting in 2027.

Milwaukee Politics & Courts: A federal judge tossed the DOJ’s bid to get Wisconsin’s unredacted voter rolls, blocking access to sensitive personal data like Social Security and driver’s license numbers. Local Policing: Milwaukee police kicked off its fifth annual Operation Summer Guardian, adding officers to high-shot neighborhoods with a focus on preventing youth gun violence through community engagement. Sports—Local & National: The Brewers’ William Contreras kept his hot streak going with a sixth straight game hitting, while Cleveland’s win over Detroit extended the Guardians’ roll to six straight. Construction Watch: On the Las Vegas Strip, the A’s $2B domed stadium is still on track for a pre-2028 opening as the lower-suite level takes shape. Education & Community: La Crosse’s Southern Bluffs Elementary opened a new school garden for hands-on learning, and the NCAA Division III meet in La Crosse got a strong start from Hope College athletes.

Brewers’ Sweep, Cubs’ Slump: Milwaukee finished off Chicago with a 5-0 win Wednesday, taking first place for good after a three-game sweep. The Cubs’ skid hit five straight losses, and center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong called his recent mistakes “laughable” after an error let runs score in the second inning. Local Schools: West Bend West students signed national letters of intent, while Woodview Elementary named Dana Croatt as its next principal. Sports on the Rise: Pewaukee’s Vanessa Johnson is rewriting the track record book, and West Bend West/Kettle Moraine Lutheran grabbed the first Glacier Trails Conference outdoor titles. Public Safety & Travel: WisDOT and DNR are urging “Drive safe. Tow safe. Boat safe” for Memorial Day and summer water travel. Health & Policy: Gov. Evers marked Mental Health Awareness Month in his radio address, while a coalition is pressing UW Health and Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin to restart gender-affirming care for youth. Lottery Win: A Milwaukee man won the Packers Bonus Drawing grand prize worth about $54,500.

Brewers’ Big Statement: Kyle Harrison struck out 11 in seven shutout innings and Milwaukee finished a 5-0, three-game sweep of the Cubs, powered by David Hamilton’s three hits and a couple of costly Chicago miscues. LSU’s Season Ends: LSU’s baseball run at the SEC Tournament is over after a 3-1 loss to Auburn, where a late throwing error helped swing the game. Road Work Hits South Side: A partial closure at S. 35th St. and W. National Ave. starts May 26, with the 35th Street Viaduct staying open—expect more pain for commuters. Lottery Numbers: Wisconsin Lottery results for May 20 include Powerball 10-28-30-46-57 (Powerball 25, Power Play 3) plus Pick 3 and Pick 4 draws. Local Life & Jobs: A student-built house from the South Central Wisconsin Builders Association program is headed to the market, and Appleton’s airport adds its first nonstop seasonal flight to Los Angeles.

Trade Pressure: Sen. Tammy Baldwin led 14 colleagues urging the Trump administration to keep American workers front and center in the USMCA review—calling out offshoring, China’s pressure on U.S. businesses, and Mexico’s labor-law enforcement. Milwaukee Legacy: Schlitz beer’s final batch is set for Saturday, with Wisconsin Brewing Co. brewing an 80-barrel “glory days” run in Verona. Food Safety Win: Kwik Trip is getting the International Association for Food Protection’s 2026 Black Pearl Award for excellence in food protection. Politics & Health Care: States including California and others are suing over new federal limits on student loans for nurses and other healthcare programs, arguing it will worsen workforce shortages. Wisconsin Weather: Wednesday starts sunnier and cooler, with highs in the 60s, then clouds and a chance of light showers later in the week. Sports: The Brewers moved into first place after beating the Cubs, and Kyle Harrison is set to pitch Wednesday as Milwaukee looks for a sweep.

Brewers Surge: Jacob Misiorowski went six scoreless and Brice Turang hit a two-run homer as Milwaukee beat the Cubs 5-2 at Wrigley Field, moving into first place in the NL Central and taking the series. NBA Shakeup: Jason Kidd is out as Dallas Mavericks coach just weeks after Masai Ujiri took over as president/governor, setting off a fresh search. Water System Fallout: A Veolia Water whistleblower report alleges unethical, wasteful conditions at Milwaukee’s wastewater plants, including claims of improper repairs and tampered work orders. Wild Rice Council: Gov. Evers named 24 members to a new Wild Rice Stewardship Council aimed at protecting wild rice practices and Tribal treaty rights. Door County Spotlight: PBS Wisconsin is bringing its “MyAmerica@250” project to Ephraim for community interviews on what America’s 250th anniversary means to residents. Sports & Community: Lockport’s Makenna Klacko broke out with two goals in a playoff win, while the Milwaukee County Zoo mourns the euthanization of Chinese alligator Yin.

Broadband Push: Gov. Evers and the PSC announced $60 million to expand high-speed internet to Wisconsin’s unserved communities, targeting areas not covered by federal BEAD and focusing on spots lacking 100/20 Mbps. Education & Politics: Wisconsin’s $1.8B tax relief and school funding plan is dead after Senate rejection, with lawmakers pointing to political and fiscal concerns. Courts & Energy: A judge partially halted Enbridge’s Line 5 reroute work in northern Wisconsin waterways while permit issues get reviewed. Public Health: Tick bites are spiking—ER visits for tick bites are at their highest levels for this time of year since 2017. Local Spotlight: South Milwaukee students helped rediscover a Black Wisconsin music pioneer, reviving the legacy of Professor J. Howard Offutt through a student-led concert. Sports: The Brewers kept rolling, beating the Cubs 9-3 at Wrigley as Jake Bauers homered and drove in four.

NBA Coaching Shakeup: The New Orleans Pelicans hired former Magic coach Jamahl Mosley on a five-year deal, betting on his track record of steadying young rosters and pushing for defense. Brewers vs. Cubs: Milwaukee’s bats finally broke out at Wrigley—Jake Bauers and Christian Yelich homered as the Brewers crushed the Cubs 9-3, snapping Chicago’s home win streak. Local Sports & Schools: Ripon’s boys’ golf team rebounded with a runner-up finish at Castle Rock, while UW-Whitewater’s baseball season ended in NCAA regionals. State & Community: Gov. Evers signed off on a WIS 29 resurfacing project, and UW System awarded the first bachelor’s degrees to incarcerated students in decades. Health & Safety: Wisconsin is using electronic storage detection dogs to help fight child exploitation cases, and a Chippewa Falls Legion group is raising funds to pair a service dog with a local veteran. Politics Watch: A Wisconsin Center District CEO is reportedly at risk of losing his job, and UW System’s Prison Education Initiative is expanding second-chance learning.