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Tuesday
February 2010
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Police Blotter: This week's crime reports from Brookfield and Elm Grove
Police Notes: The latest local crime briefs
News & Notes: Local news briefs
Obituaries: Local death notices
Meetings: City of Brookfield government meeting schedule
Every School Every Week: What's up at local schools
School Notes: Elmbrook School District news briefs
School Board Notes: Recaps of recent board actions
Meetings: Elmbrook School District meeting schedule
What's New: Local business openings and more
Business Notes: Area businesses making the news
Community Calendar: What's
on tap around town
Things to Do: Our top picks
of upcoming events
Corrections: Corrections and clarifications to recent stories
News tips? Story ideas?
Contact us
Take a look back at NOW's live blogs from the current election season.
The Elmbrook teachers union and School Board are expected to begin mediation next month because 2009-11 contract talks have stalled over salary and benefits.
Brookfield's final pre-primary mayoral forum Feb. 4 covered a lot of familiar territory, from high-speed rail to city spending, but the four men vying for the mayor's seat had the opportunity to share their thoughts on some other topics, too.
As part of President Barack Obama's plan to spur high-speed rail systems across the country, state officials last week learned Wisconsin would receive $823 million to help develop a passenger rail line between Madison and Milwaukee that would include a stop in Brookfield.
Residents have identified taxes and city spending as major issues in this election, and the four men vying to be Brookfield's next mayor agree.
Elmbrook School Board candidates explained their opinions about district enrollment decreases, finances, 4-year-old kindergarten, nonresident enrollment and more at a candidate forum Feb. 2.
A two-time felon who Heritage Christian Schools officials say defrauded the school has been arrested in Florida on insurance fraud charges involving about $500,000.
The Bartolotta restaurant group today confirmed a longstanding rumor: It's moving its Mr. B's steakhouse from the Stonewood Village shops in Brookfield to the former site of Agave Southwestern Grille nearby.(4)
The three candidates running against incumbent Jeff Speaker for mayor all say the city should be doing more to save money and cut taxes by sharing services with surrounding communities. And they all agree Brookfield needs new leadership.
Madison — State Sen. Ted Kanavas (R-Brookfield) won't seek re-election in November.
Grant Dillon is a bona fide member of the computer age. But a few months ago, the 9-year-old was introduced to a lesser known entity: a hardcover dictionary.
Check out our special mayoral election page for candidate profiles, biographies, coverage of key issues and all the information you need to help you cast your ballot for the next mayor of Brookfield.
Brookfield grapplers took to the mats at the conference meet and we've got shots from the event in this photo gallery.
More local photo galleries:

Are you a basketball fanatic? Check out our prep basketball page for power rankings of 42 teams, a forum, and much more.
The sports season is in full swing at Brookfield Central and East high schools and, if you're a prep sports fan, we'll have you covered in basketball and more!
Stories: NOW staff's prep coverage
Stories: JS Online's metro area prep coverage
Sky's the Limit
EBHS Unleashed
Every School Every Week
Gas Watch
Family Watchdog
Presidential campaign contributions
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The Fur (& Feather!) Flyer
The Humane Animal Welfare Society describes its efforts:
Close to Home
Lorayne Ritt spotlights Waukesha County's nonprofit community: Elmbrook Education Foundation Ladies' Night Jan. 28 | Photos from this event
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