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Contributing writer and digital reporter at Milwaukee Magazine. Stringer for Associated Press Sports and MLB.com. Allegheny Mountains born and raised. Marquette University grad. website: www.richrovito.com Pax et bonum. 14 Joys.
Spent part of the afternoon walking through the flood ravaged areas of West Allis. A devastating scene in many neighborhoods, especially off Lincoln Avenue. Came across this framed artwork. Message kind of hits home for the community.
August 15, 2025 at 9:52 PM
#Brewers and #Pirates are underway at American Family Field. Milwaukee on a nine-game winning streak. Roof and back panels are open. Sun is shining. Game-time temperature is 84 degrees.
August 11, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Molson Coors Central time zone beer drop at Milwaukee brewery celebrating 50th anniversary of #Lite. Band playing and Lite being consumed outside State Street visitors center.
August 1, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Underway at American Family Field for #Brewers vs. #Marlins. Roof and panels are open. Gametime temperature is 83 degrees.
July 26, 2025 at 11:26 PM
My Morning Jacket frontman Jim James and music industry journalist Marc Hogan take the stage at tonight's National Independent Venue Association conference's opening night party at the Pabst Theater in Milwaukee.
June 23, 2025 at 1:51 AM
Underway at American Family Field for #Brewers vs. #Braves. I have coverage for Associated Press Sports.
June 10, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Third-round action at the 80th U.S. Women's Open at Erin Hills. Round is being played under sunny skies at the scenic and challenging layout in rural Washington County, about 35 miles out of Milwaukee.
May 31, 2025 at 8:22 PM
It's May 26th - this tells you what the weather has been like around these parts so far this spring. Today's game at American Family Field between the #Brewers and the #RedSox marked the first time this season that the roof and panels have been open at the same time.
May 26, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Media day at Scenic Erin Hills in rural Washington County for the upcoming 80th U.S. Women's Open.
May 5, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Getting back to my hometown means I get to have @timhortonsofficial.bsky.social coffee every morning. It's a favorite. Or is it favourite?
April 15, 2025 at 8:45 PM
It's that time of year again. #Brewers Opening Day but without legendary broadcaster Bob Uecker for the first time in more than five decades.
March 31, 2025 at 6:38 PM
#Brewers fan giveaways this season include a cribbage board, T-shirts designed by local artists and, of course, a Jedi Jackson.
March 28, 2025 at 10:10 PM
New Food Truck Alley at American Family Field. Will be open for #Brewers home opener on Monday.
March 27, 2025 at 8:14 PM
The press box entrance at American Family Field. #Brewers home opener is Monday. One of the many ways legendary broadcaster Bob Uecker will be remembered. Hundreds signed the banner.
March 27, 2025 at 7:35 PM
New Bob Uecker line of apparel and other items is on sale at #Brewers team store beginning today. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Brewers broadcasting legend's favorite charities.
March 24, 2025 at 4:07 PM
All is quiet now but Fiserv Forum will soon be rocking as the NCAA Tournament second round games will tip soon. Illinois vs. Kentucky is first; Iowa State takes on Ole Miss in the nightcap.
March 23, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Thrilling first-round victory for Pitt-Bradford in the NCAA Division III men's basketball tourney this afternoon. The Panthers, who scored 60 first-half points, hang on to defeat The College of New Jersey 98-96. Got to spend time on the Pitt-Bradford campus this week when visiting my hometown.
March 8, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Time travel at Buffalo Niagara International Airport.
March 6, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Speed skater Erin Jackson, a Florida native, takes the silver medal in the 500-meter race at the ISU World Cup at the Pettit National Ice Center in Milwaukee. “The ice is always great at the Pettit. This is my favorite place to race and it definitely delivered," Jackson said.
February 1, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Things are heating up at the Pettit National Ice Center for the ISU World Cup. World's top speed skaters set to compete, including Kewaskum's highly decorated Jordan Stolz.
January 31, 2025 at 10:55 PM
#Bucks and #76ers underway at Fiserv Forum. I have coverage for Associated Press Sports.
January 20, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Happy heavenly birthday to my loving Dad. He taught me to always find the best in others, no matter what. His compassion and care for his family and friends will never be forgotten. He always put others first.
January 10, 2025 at 4:57 PM
#Bucks and #Spurs set for some late-night hoops at Fiserv Forum. I have the coverage for AP Sports.
January 9, 2025 at 2:42 AM
Underway at the Al McGuire Center as #UConn and #Marquette do battle. I have coverage for Associated Press Sports.
January 1, 2025 at 7:09 PM
#UConn star guard Paige Bueckers getting up some shots before New Year's Day showdown with #Marquette at the Al McGuire Center. Big crowd filing in.
January 1, 2025 at 6:20 PM