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Slinger kids lose parents, fundraiser started

The Slinger community is stepping up to help four children who faced tragedy twice in just 18 months.

Slinger Speedway SRX Series in July

Slinger Super Speedway is no stranger to the big stage. After all, the Slinger Nationals and the track itself are well-known in the racing world.

No escaped inmate, public danger: Milwaukee County sheriff

The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office said there is no escaped inmate from the Milwaukee County Jail, and no danger to the public, on Tuesday.

Man shot, location under investigation by Milwaukee police

A 24-year-old Milwaukee man suffered non-life-threatening gunshot wounds – and arrived at a hospital for treatment on Monday night, May 10.

18th and North shooting: Man seriously wounded, suspect sought

A 30-year-old Milwaukee man suffered serious injuries after being shot near 18th and North Avenue on Tuesday afternoon, May 11.

Wrong-way driver, fatal crash sentencing

There were hours of heart-wrenching impact statements in a Waukesha County courtroom more than a year after a deadly wrong-way crash as the driver responsible was sentenced.

Body cams, chokeholds: Public surveyed in Wisconsin

The survey found a majority of Wisconsin residents want officers to wear body cameras. The state's largest police union and others see the results as a good starting point.

Lifeguards wanted for Milwaukee County beaches, pools

With COVID restriction easing, many people are hoping to hit the pools and beaches in Milwaukee County this summer. But a staffing shortage may prevent that from happening.

Tribal leader: Increased drug abuse amid COVID pandemic

Elmbrook School District mask debate

Milwaukee summer school, learning gap to be addressed in class

COVID vaccine for kids: Information on new age group

NFL week 1: Packers, Saints featured in doubleheader on FOX

Frustration mounts as Japanese Prime Minister pushes Olympics despite pandemic

Goldschmidt, Cards erupt in 11th, beat Brews, 4th win in row

Brewers, Bucks increase capacity

$22,000 in refunds: Contact 6 helps viewers get cash back in April

Pothole survival guide

What to buy in May

Busier skies, higher airfares predicted for summer 2021

Open Record: Got $500?

Open Record: Learning Loss

So you want information about your child’s school; got $500?

Wisconsin schools look to continue, expand future virtual options

Senior Trump officials Miller, Rosen to defend response to Capitol riot

Gator spotted in Florida neighborhood with its legs, eyes, and mouth taped shut

More than 1,000 gas stations run out of fuel

Man arrested for riding in back of driverless Tesla on autopilot gets out of jail

House Republicans oust Liz Cheney from leadership

Attorney General Garland, Homeland Security chief Mayorkas to testify about domestic extremism threat

‘We must speak the truth’: Rep. Liz Cheney rebukes Trump, GOP from House floor

Wisconsin senators pass policing proposals

Open Record: The travel bug

Contact 6's Jenna Sachs digs into two of the most recent top consumer issues: Summer air travel and at-home COVID-19 tests.

Open Record: Got $500?

Are public records truly public if the public can't afford them?

Open Record: Learning Loss

A week-long series highlights a recent FOX6 investigation about the status of some of the largest school districts in our area as it pertains to pandemic learning.

Open Record: Unlicensed to Drive

A used car lot tied to the death of a Marquette University dean has a dozen unlicensed drivers.

Why you should keep paying your federal student loans despite COVID-19 relief

Free credit reports have been extended; here’s why it’s important to check yours regularly

NRA bankruptcy case dismissed, leaving group to face NY lawsuit over financial abuses

Here's why mortgage rates are on the rise

Gaza death toll from Israeli airstrikes climbs to 43 Palestinians, including children

Israel, Hamas trade heaviest attacks since 2014 with no end in sight

China records slowest population growth in decades, census data shows

Hamas fires rockets into Israel after clashes at revered mosque