Crime

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Packers Pro Shop Data Breach Impacts Over 8,500 Customers

Milwaukee-area residents urged to stay vigilant after sensitive information exposed GREEN BAY, Wis. — A data breach at the Green Bay Packers Pro Shop has compromised the personal and financial information of 8,514 customers, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP) announced. With Packers fans spanning the Milwaukee area and beyond, many…

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Grinch Steals the Grinch in Milwaukee: Joy Thief Foiled by Community Spirit

Merry Grinchmas, Milwaukee! In a bizarre twist straight out of Whoville, a true-to-life Grinch pilfered a giant inflatable Grinch from a Milwaukee yard—only to discover that Christmas spirit can’t be deflated so easily. Will Sanchez, who lives near 37th Street and Greenfield Avenue, decks out his house for every holiday. But nothing gets him more…

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Watch Out, Milwaukee: The “Brushing” Scam Is Here

A clever and dangerous scam is making its way across the country, and Milwaukee residents are now being warned to stay alert. Known as the “Brushing” scam, this scheme involves unsolicited packages and a seemingly harmless QR code that can compromise your personal and financial information. Here’s how it works and how you can protect…

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Cyberattack Disrupts Major U.S. Grocery Chains, Impacting Pharmacies and E-commerce

November 13, 2024 — Ahold Delhaize, the multinational retailer behind major U.S. grocery brands like Food Lion, Stop & Shop, and Giant, has confirmed it recently suffered a cyberattack, forcing parts of its infrastructure offline and disrupting service across numerous stores. The attack impacted both in-store and online services, affecting thousands of customers. Details of…