Waukesha homicide defendant will represent himself in trial
Waukesha homicide suspect Kevin Lychwick will represent himself at trial next week after a judge denied another delay in the case charging him with killing his neighbor back in 2024.
Waukesha homicide suspect Kevin Lychwick will represent himself at trial next week after a judge denied another delay in the case charging him with killing his neighbor back in 2024.
Ridglan Farms beagle rescue continues
Animal advocates say 135 more beagles will be released from Ridglan Farms this week, bringing the number removed from the facility to 1,635 as rescue efforts continue.
Animal advocates say 135 more beagles will be released from Ridglan Farms this week, bringing the number removed from the facility to 1,635 as rescue efforts continue.
New Brewers community mural
A Milwaukee Brewers community mural, "South Side en la Hora Mágica," was recently completed near 18th and Lincoln, highlighting south side landmarks, sunset colors and nostalgia.
A Milwaukee Brewers community mural, "South Side en la Hora Mágica," was recently completed near 18th and Lincoln, highlighting south side landmarks, sunset colors and nostalgia.
Sheboygan Falls mother released from ICE custody
Elvira Benitez-Suarez, a Sheboygan Falls mother of four, was released from ICE custody on bond after a March detention, while her immigration case remains under appeal.
Elvira Benitez-Suarez, a Sheboygan Falls mother of four, was released from ICE custody on bond after a March detention, while her immigration case remains under appeal.
Lake Michigan beach access restriction
Lion's Den Gorge hikers say new signs, rope and a trail camera are blocking a longtime Lake Michigan beach route north toward Port Washington, raising access questions.
Lion's Den Gorge hikers say new signs, rope and a trail camera are blocking a longtime Lake Michigan beach route north toward Port Washington, raising access questions.
Construction contractor charged with theft
Caledonia homeowner Gerald Dinda says he paid James Ferdon $80,000 for unfinished work, while Ferdon now faces theft by contractor charges in a separate Waterford case.
Caledonia homeowner Gerald Dinda says he paid James Ferdon $80,000 for unfinished work, while Ferdon now faces theft by contractor charges in a separate Waterford case.
Wisconsin's Most Wanted: Tarone Harrell
U.S. marshals are searching for Tarone Harrell, a Milwaukee man accused of ambushing and beating a woman in a garage while on parole in another domestic abuse case.
U.S. marshals are searching for Tarone Harrell, a Milwaukee man accused of ambushing and beating a woman in a garage while on parole in another domestic abuse case.
Public helps save Milwaukee Tool Library
Milwaukee Tool Library says public donations helped keep the nonprofit open after a broken printer and large utility bill threatened its future near Keefe and Weil.
Milwaukee Tool Library says public donations helped keep the nonprofit open after a broken printer and large utility bill threatened its future near Keefe and Weil.
Experts urge caution helping animals after Milwaukee officer bitten by dog
Animal experts urge people to report stray dogs instead of chasing or cornering them after a Milwaukee police officer was bitten while responding to a loose animal call.
Animal experts urge people to report stray dogs instead of chasing or cornering them after a Milwaukee police officer was bitten while responding to a loose animal call.
Tree falls on moving car, woman gets $1,250 cleanup bill
If a tree falls onto your car while you're driving, who pays for cleanup? A woman whose car was totaled said the answer she's received is unacceptable.
If a tree falls onto your car while you're driving, who pays for cleanup? A woman whose car was totaled said the answer she's received is unacceptable.
MPS board approves $1.6B budget for 2026-27 school year
Milwaukee Public Schools approved a $1.6 billion budget that adds teaching positions, raises employee pay and closes a $45.6 million deficit identified earlier this year.
Milwaukee Public Schools approved a $1.6 billion budget that adds teaching positions, raises employee pay and closes a $45.6 million deficit identified earlier this year.
Milwaukee police audit shows Flock camera uses
The Milwaukee Police Department released a sample Flock camera audit showing outlier uses tied to serious crimes as scrutiny continues over officer misuse and community privacy concerns.
The Milwaukee Police Department released a sample Flock camera audit showing outlier uses tied to serious crimes as scrutiny continues over officer misuse and community privacy concerns.
Packers' Josh Jacobs released from custody after arrest
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was released from jail Wednesday after Brown County prosecutors said they needed more evidence before deciding whether to file charges.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was released from jail Wednesday after Brown County prosecutors said they needed more evidence before deciding whether to file charges.
National Avenue construction worries Milwaukee businesses, neighbors
Milwaukee's National Avenue reconstruction project will close part of 35th Street starting Thursday, May 28, worrying neighbors and business owners already hurt by traffic delays.
Milwaukee's National Avenue reconstruction project will close part of 35th Street starting Thursday, May 28, worrying neighbors and business owners already hurt by traffic delays.
New Berlin girl turns cancer journey into art helping families
New Berlin 9-year-old Taylor Daniels used painting to cope with leukemia, later helping Paintings for Pediatrics raise money for other families facing childhood cancer.
New Berlin 9-year-old Taylor Daniels used painting to cope with leukemia, later helping Paintings for Pediatrics raise money for other families facing childhood cancer.
Packers' Josh Jacobs arrested
Green Bay Packers star running back Josh Jacobs was arrested in regard to a domestic disturbance that happened over Memorial Day weekend, according to multiple reports Tuesday.
Green Bay Packers star running back Josh Jacobs was arrested in regard to a domestic disturbance that happened over Memorial Day weekend, according to multiple reports Tuesday.
Safety recommendations following Milwaukee Intermodal Station attack
Milwaukee city leaders are calling for safety upgrades at the Intermodal Station after a recent bathroom sexual assault, while WisDOT says it has sought changes as well.
Milwaukee city leaders are calling for safety upgrades at the Intermodal Station after a recent bathroom sexual assault, while WisDOT says it has sought changes as well.
Milwaukee County public pool season in jeopardy
Milwaukee County supervisors approved funding for a Washington Park splash pad, as McCarty Pool and the Hales Corners pool remain closed ahead of summer amid access concerns.
Milwaukee County supervisors approved funding for a Washington Park splash pad, as McCarty Pool and the Hales Corners pool remain closed ahead of summer amid access concerns.
New poll: Wisconsin supports failed budget surplus bill
A new Marquette University Law School poll found 80% of Wisconsin adults say the failed budget surplus deal on tax relief and school funding should have passed.
A new Marquette University Law School poll found 80% of Wisconsin adults say the failed budget surplus deal on tax relief and school funding should have passed.
MPD officer bit by dog, shots fired
A Milwaukee police officer was taken to the hospital after being bitten by a dog during a loose animal call near 106th and Bender on Monday, where police said two dogs were shot.
A Milwaukee police officer was taken to the hospital after being bitten by a dog during a loose animal call near 106th and Bender on Monday, where police said two dogs were shot.