New laws taking effect in 2026: What you need to know

A wide range of new state laws will take effect in 2026, bringing changes that impact workers, students, renters and consumers across the country.

Milwaukee fatal bar shooting; 1 dead, warrant out for man's arrest

A warrant is out for a Milwaukee man charged with first-degree homicide after prosecutors say he fatally shot a man outside a northwest side bar earlier this month.

Dashcam captures deer crashing into work van in Mequon on Christmas Eve

A dashcam video shows a deer crashing into a work van on Christmas Eve in Mequon, leaving the vehicle heavily damaged but still drivable as the owner finished his service call.

Dashcam captures deer crashing into work van in Mequon
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A dashcam video shows a deer crashing into a work van on Christmas Eve in Mequon, leaving the vehicle heavily damaged but still drivable as the owner finished his service call.

Milwaukee tenants seek help, cold weather worsens no-heat conditions

A Milwaukee tenant says weeks without heat forced her family to use stove burners to stay warm, as city officials warn of rising no-heat complaints during dangerous cold.

Milwaukee tenant says apartment without heat for weeks
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A Milwaukee tenant says weeks without heat forced her family to use stove burners to stay warm, as city officials warn of rising no-heat complaints during dangerous cold.

Rex the Wallaby found safe after escaping animal farm in New Jersey

Rex, an approximately 3-year-old wallaby, escaped from a Gloucester County animal farm overnight Monday and was later found safe Tuesday night.

Milwaukee teen accused of OWI hit-and-run outside bar

A Milwaukee teenager faces felony charges after prosecutors say she drove intoxicated, hit a security guard outside a bar and fled, leaving the victim with a broken foot.

Newly-restored space for autism therapy clinic
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Caravel Autism Health opened a clinic on Milwaukee's south side in 2021. In August, it suffered damage from heavy rains. Now, the Mitchell Street space is restored. We learn more from Alicia Ehlen and Tori Ostergaard. 

Waukesha County Courthouse shooting threat; teen charged after lockdown
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A 17-year-old Milwaukee teen is charged after allegedly calling in shooting threats to the Waukesha County Courthouse, prompting a lockdown.

Waukesha County Courthouse shooting threat; teen charged after lockdown

A Milwaukee teenager faces felony charges after prosecutors say he made shooting threats to the Waukesha County Courthouse, triggering a lockdown and major law enforcement response.

Milwaukee man, accused of throwing baby, sentenced to prison
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A Milwaukee man accused of throwing a baby against a wall while playing video games pleaded guilty and was sentenced to prison on Tuesday, Dec. 30.

Milwaukee DPW 2025-26 New Year holiday schedules released

The City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works (DPW) offices will be closed on Wednesday, Dec. 31 and Thursday, Jan. 1 for the New Year holiday.

Wisconsin Humane Society year-end donation matching campaign
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All donations to the Wisconsin Humane Society are being tripled through the end of the year, thanks to a dollar-for-dollar matching gift.

George Clooney is now a French citizen: Here's what to know about dual citizenship

It can be said that a famous American actor is now also French, as it was announced that George Clooney, his wife, and his two children have obtained French citizenship. Here's what to know about having more than one citizenship at the same time.

Emergency room visits from flu spike
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Wisconsin health leaders say emergency room visits from the flu are on the rising. Dr. Jeff Pothoff from UW Health talks about this trend and how you can combat it. 

Wisconsin Humane Society year-end donation matching campaign

You do not have to adopt a pet to help the Wisconsin Humane Society out. The organization's year-end donation matching campaign is going on right now.

Racine County chainsaws theft; police seek to ID accused thief

The Racine County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help to identify a man they say stole a couple of chainsaws from the Blain's Farm & Fleet in Sturtevant.