Bret Lemoine
Prior to joining the FOX6 News team, 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
Port Washington High School employee charged, child porn possession
A Port Washington High School employee was charged Friday, March 24 with three felony counts of child pornography possession.
Miley Cyrus' 'Rainbowland' stirs Waukesha school concert controversy
A Waukesha teacher asked kids to sing "Rainbowland" by Miley Cyrus song, but administrators say it's too controversial for elementary school.
Oconomowoc schools $75M referendum among 82 statewide on April ballot
Leaders of the Oconomowoc Area School District want taxpayers to fix deteriorating buildings and cramped classrooms by approving a $75 million referendum on the April ballot.
Kia/Hyundai thefts, Wisconsin AG says companies' actions 'not enough'
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul and 22 other attorneys general issued a letter to Kia and Hyundai Monday demanding that the companies do more to protect drivers from theft. This, as Milwaukee leaders take steps toward legal action.
Northridge Mall: Milwaukee County judge said owners 'have to pay their piper'
A Milwaukee County judge said fines keep piling up for the owner of the shuttered Northridge Mall. The court will consider increasing sanctions.
New Waukesha parade route 'for all parades' in 2023
The Waukesha mayor announced a new parade route in effect for all parades in 2023.
Alkaline hydrolysis: Wisconsin 'water cremation' bill dies in Madison
"With alkaline hydrolysis, we use water to break the body down." One Sheboygan woman wants a type of cremation that isn't legal in Wisconsin, and she's saving up money to have her body shipped to a state where it is.
Aaron Rodgers Jets memorabilia would shake up collectors market
Aaron Rodgers on Wednesday said it's his "intention" to play for the New York Jets, a move that would hake up the collectors market.
Lake Michigan water to Waukesha, tower bowl lifted into position
Waukesha is one step closer to drinking Lake Michigan water, a project decades in the making as construction moved forward on a new water tower.
MADACC nears capacity at difficult time of year: 'Winter is rough'
Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission (MADACC) said they are full and need the communities' help to make more room for rescues. MADACC nears capacity at difficult time of year: 'Winter is a rough time'