Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media get together to discuss the news of the week, including Summerfest seeing a 40% increase in attendance but still falling short of pre-pandemic levels. They also discuss the impact of Harley-Davidson's 120th anniversary celebrations this weekend.

Insider Story Spotlight

• Report examines ideas to improve housing affordability in Waukesha County
• Report: Wauwatosa needs affordable, multifamily housing to meet growing demand
• Golden Pet Manufacturing planning expansion of Germantown facility

Big Story

• Summerfest attendance up 40% this year, but still below pre-pandemic levels
• Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival kicks off Thursday
• See photos from Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival kickoff

Nonprofit Excellence Award Nominations

• Deadline is August 25