Bret Lemoine
Prior to joining the FOX6 News team in June 2013, Bret Lemoine reported for the CBS affiliate in Green Bay (WFRV). Wisconsin is home: Bret grew up in Waukesha and interned in the Milwaukee TV market while attending the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point (UWSP).
During his time at WFRV, Bret covered some of the biggest stories in our state. He was in Madison for daily updates during the collective bargaining debate in 2011. He also covered the Kaukauna tornadoes, the Marinette High School shooting and was stationed in Dallas as the Packers won Super Bowl XLV.
Bret previously worked at WMBD in Peoria, Illinois as a Weekday Reporter and Weekend Anchor/Producer. His reports were recognized twice by the Illinois Broadcasters Association – once in the category of Best Hard News story in 2007, and again in 2008 for his weekly franchise series, "Streets of Speed." In 2011, he was recognized by the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association for his work covering the Chestnut St. fire.
Bret enjoys traveling. Some of the places he’s visited include Turkey, Germany, Jamaica, England, Finland, Estonia and many others! In his spare time, Bret enjoys working out, watching TV and talking with people. He is also a big Superman fan.
The latest from Bret Lemoine
Town of Mukwonago group home proposal, neighbors raise concerns
Some Town of Mukwonago homeowners have questions about their new neighbor, and they have a paper trail to prove it. Dozens of people want answers about a $1 million house on Red Brae Drive turning into a group home.
Brookfield Public Market groundbreaking set for former Boston Store site
It is being called a "seismic" change in the city of Brookfield. It all has to do with an anemic mall sitting on a massive plot of land. On Saturday, the city will break ground on the new Brookfield Public Market. It will be built on the site of the former Boston Store.
Hartland musician uses deep brain stimulation to control Parkinson's
When a Hartland man was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, he thought his music career was over. Turns out a solution to his tremors was the one thing he initially feared – brain surgery.
Waukesha Unlocked: Andrew Frame House open this weekend
Waukesha Unlocked is a chance to get into businesses, city buildings and historic sites that are otherwise off limits, including the Andrew Frame House.
Waukesha food pantry forced to relocate due to leaky roof
A new setback for Friends With Food, a Waukesha food pantry, could soon force the organization to relocate.
Waukesha warming center to open at St. Matthias during extreme cold
It has been a long-time criticism in Waukesha when temperatures dip to dangerous lows. The community lacked a warming center – until now.
Town of Delafield crosswalk dangers raised by town chairman
An elected official in the Town of Delafield is raising concerns about a crosswalk – that isn’t even fully in his community.
Delafield Public Library launches 1,000-mile hiking challenge
The Delafield Public Library has a challenge for the community in October – they want everyone to collectively hike 1,000 miles. It is part of the fourth annual "Let’s Hike, Delafield" campaign.
Oconomowoc shots fired over missing cats, man charged: prosecutors
Prosecutors charged an Oconomowoc man with misdemeanors Monday after police say he fired two gunshots into his neighborhood.
Waukesha author's book teaches kids value of mindfulness
A Waukesha author wrote a children's book that teaches kids the value of mindfulness and helps them understand their emotions.