Stephanie Quirk
Stephanie Quirk joined the FOX6 News team in April 2023, and is proud to call Milwaukee her new home!
Although she was raised in the Chicago suburbs, Stephanie has always considered herself a cheesehead at heart, as her parents grew up in Wauwatosa and Oconomowoc. In fact, her family says the pressure is already on to find the best Friday fish fry in the area!
Stephanie graduated in 2021 from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, with a bachelor's degree in journalism and specialization in community health. Prior to her role at FOX6, Stephanie was a multimedia journalist and Saturday anchor at WIFR News in Rockford, Illinois. There, she broke the news about an investigation into the village president who had been accused of stealing thousands from the American Legion, and was featured on the Crime Stories with Nancy Grace podcast to shed light on a missing persons case. Stephanie also helped break the news about the first abortion clinic opening in northern Illinois after Roe v. Wade was overturned, along with several legal battles over it.
Stephanie's love for storytelling and journalism comes from her passion for people. Stephanie is so excited to meet everyone in the community, and is driven to tell stories that matter!
The latest from Stephanie Quirk
Milwaukee abandoned boat; leader of crew that freed vessel talks
Boat watch 2025 is back! Well, sort of. On Tuesday, May 20, we learned a lot more about how a Milwaukee crew successfully removed Deep Thought, the boat that was abandoned on the city's lakefront.
2021 Milwaukee homicide, man now charged after witness comes forward
A Milwaukee man is now charged with reckless homicide for a shooting that killed a 15-year-old back in 2021.
Forensic Science Facility, Milwaukee County says work halfway done
The Milwaukee County Forensic Science and Protective Medicine Facility is under construction. FOX6 News got a behind-the-scenes tour.
Pulaski High School rodent activity; MPS, parents dealing with issue
The Milwaukee Health Department found signs of rodent activity inside Pulaski High School. Now, MPS and parents are dealing with the problem.
Emergency alerts directed to your vehicle; keeping responders safe
What if you knew an emergency vehicle was trying to pass you before you could see them? Some fire departments are using a new system that helps alert drivers of emergency situations.
Milwaukee Highland Court apartments fire, investigation ongoing
Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski on Tuesday said they still can't rule anything out when it comes to the fire at Highland Court Apartments.
Mother nearly killed, Milwaukee family hoping for closure years later
A hit-and-run driver nearly killed a Milwaukee mother on the morning before Mother's Day. Eight years later, the family is still waiting for closure.
Fredonia standoff: Tactical situation underway for 24+ hours
A tactical situation in Fredonia has been underway for more than 24 hours. The sheriff's office said a man with weapons barricaded himself inside a home.
Greenfield police chief addresses administrative leave, allegations
Greenfield's police chief was placed on administrative leave over "workplace concerns." Now, he's publicly sharing his thoughts on the investigation.
Milwaukee abandoned boat: Deep Thought removed from lakefront
Deep Thought, the boat that's been abandoned at Milwaukee's lakefront since October, is on its way to a tow lot on Tuesday night, May 6.