Milwaukee's 55th Juneteenth is nation's longest-running; "American history"

This week on Open Record, FOX6's Bryan Polcyn and Bria Jones talk to organizers of Milwaukee's 55th Juneteenth celebration, who say it is "not just Black history, it's American history."

UTV stolen from Brookfield business, truck seen towing it away

Police need your help in finding the person or persons who they say stole a Honda UTV from a Brookfield business.

Menomonee Falls hit-and-run, man arrested for attempted homicide

A Milwaukee man is accused of trying to kill his father when he hit him with a car in Menomonee Falls and drove away, according to prosecutors.

White House UFC Freedom 250 attack plot: Alleged ringleader was in US illegally, DHS says

Federal officials say Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez, identified in court documents as the alleged ringleader of a plot to attack the White House UFC event this past weekend, was in the country illegally after overstaying a visa, according to information from Fox News Digital.

'Elf' actor Faizon Love arrested in Hillsborough County: Records

Actor Faizon Love is locked up in Florida after local authorities arrested him this week on an outstanding warrant, according to jail records.

Milwaukee raises Juneteenth flag above city hall

City of Milwaukee officials raised the Juneteenth flag above City Hall on Thursday morning.

Marquette students killed in crash; Brunner trial, Thursday updates
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A Milwaukee County jury will continue deliberating the case of Amandria Brunner, one of two drivers charged in connection to a crash that killed two Marquette University student-athletes last year, on Thursday.

Milwaukee shootings Thursday; 3 injured

Different shootings in Milwaukee on Thursday, June 18 left three people injured.

Obama Presidential Center opens with star-studded dedication ceremony in Chicago

Former President Barack Obama celebrated the opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago with a star-studded event featuring former presidents, musicians and other prominent guests.

Summerfest 2026 opening day; what you need to know

The Big Gig is here! Summerfest kicks off its 58th anniversary on Thursday, June 18. The event will take place over three consecutive weekends -- June 18-20, June 25-27 and July 2-4.

Burlington boy celebrates cancer remission with Brewers call-up
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Marcus Storm, a 10-year-old from Burlington, was honored by the Brewers and Advocate Aurora Health on Wednesday night after five months of chemotherapy for a rare lymphoma.

Oak Creek alleged school racism, viral TikTok calls for action
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An Oak Creek High School student says she reported repeated racial slurs and discrimination this year, prompting a viral TikTok calling for action from school leaders.

Tracking severe weather in Kenosha County
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As parts of southeastern Wisconsin dealt with storms on Wednesday night, June 17, some communities are still cleaning up the damage from last week – including in Kenosha County.

Brewers fan honored; 10-year-old cancer survivor gets VIP night

Marcus Storm, a 10-year-old from Burlington, was honored by the Brewers and Advocate Aurora Health on Wednesday night after five months of chemotherapy for a rare lymphoma.

Wisconsin's 'Milwaukee Messi' shines at World Cup, sport's biggest stage
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Esmir Bajraktarević is playing in the FIFA World Cup 2026™ representing his parents' home nation of Bosnia & Herzegovina. In doing so, he's helping put Wisconsin soccer on the map.

Oak Creek student alleges racism; viral TikTok calls for action

An Oak Creek High School student says she reported repeated racial slurs and discrimination this year, prompting a viral TikTok calling for action from school leaders.

Wisconsin's 'Milwaukee Messi' shines at World Cup, sport's biggest stage

Esmir Bajraktarević is playing in the FIFA World Cup 2026™ representing his parents' home nation of Bosnia & Herzegovina. In doing so, he's helping put Wisconsin soccer on the map.