Longtime Milwaukee journalist Mike Anderson dies at 67; 'A transformative figure'

MILWAUKEE -- Longtime Milwaukee journalist Mike Anderson has passed away. He was 67 years old.

WISN 12 reports Anderson died suddenly on Tuesday morning, April 21. Station officials say he was surrounded by family.

Anderson began his career at WISN in 1981 -- and retired in 2017. He won countless awards for his work over the years.

WISN News Director Ben Hart issued the following statement:


Sheriff Lucas’ remarks on the passing of Mike Anderson:



FOX6 News sends its condolences to the family of Mike Anderson -- and all those who worked closely with him.