FBI and Milwaukee police data reveal violent crime statistics
Recently released data from the FBI shows violent crime decreased 9.3% in 2025. According to the FBI, from 2024 to 2025, the data showed the largest year-to-year decline in violent crimes since FBI estimations started in 1936.
Recently released data from the FBI shows violent crime decreased 9.3% in 2025. According to the FBI, from 2024 to 2025, the data showed the largest year-to-year decline in violent crimes since FBI estimations started in 1936.
ACLU of Wisconsin on MPD Flock policy changes
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson is making some big changes to Flock camera regulations in the city. Among the most notable changes: access limited to supervisors only and the scenarios in which MPD can use these cameras. Amanda Merkwae, the Policy and Advocacy Director for the ACLU of Wisconsin joined FOX6 to discuss the organization's views on the changes.
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson is making some big changes to Flock camera regulations in the city. Among the most notable changes: access limited to supervisors only and the scenarios in which MPD can use these cameras. Amanda Merkwae, the Policy and Advocacy Director for the ACLU of Wisconsin joined FOX6 to discuss the organization's views on the changes.
Milwaukee FBI speaks on nationwide violent crime trends
New FBI data shows violent crime is trending down nationwide. But how do those number compare to what's happening in Milwaukee? FOX6's Bria Jones spoke with the FBI Special Agent in Charge of the Milwaukee Field Office to learn more.
New FBI data shows violent crime is trending down nationwide. But how do those number compare to what's happening in Milwaukee? FOX6's Bria Jones spoke with the FBI Special Agent in Charge of the Milwaukee Field Office to learn more.
Teen exposed himself to women, kids: prosecutors
A Brookfield teen faces charges in two separate counties after police say he exposed himself to multiple women and children in parking lots.
A Brookfield teen faces charges in two separate counties after police say he exposed himself to multiple women and children in parking lots.
Brookfield teen exposed himself to women, children: prosecutors
A Brookfield teen faces charges in two separate counties after police say he exposed himself to multiple women and children in parking lots.
A Brookfield teen faces charges in two separate counties after police say he exposed himself to multiple women and children in parking lots.
Twin Lakes man charged with 12 felonies involving minors
A 19-year-old from Twin Lakes who volunteered at Wilmot High School is accused of sexually explicit communication with two minors and is being charged with 12 felonies.
A 19-year-old from Twin Lakes who volunteered at Wilmot High School is accused of sexually explicit communication with two minors and is being charged with 12 felonies.
Milwaukee police agree to Flock changes
The Milwaukee Police Department has agreed to make several changes to its Flock camera system policies. Here's what we know.
The Milwaukee Police Department has agreed to make several changes to its Flock camera system policies. Here's what we know.
Twin Lakes man charged with 12 felonies involving minors
A 19-year-old from Twin Lakes who volunteered at Wilmot High School is accused of sexually explicit communication with two minors and is being charged with 12 felonies.
A 19-year-old from Twin Lakes who volunteered at Wilmot High School is accused of sexually explicit communication with two minors and is being charged with 12 felonies.
Lindsay Clancy deliberations; legal analysis
The jury deliberating the fate of Lindsay Clancy finished a third day without a verdict. The juror must decide whether Clancy was criminally responsible when she strangled her three children, or whether, as the defense argues, she was in the grip of postpartum psychosis and could not appreciate the wrongfulness of her actions or conform her conduct to the law. Prosecutors contend she knew right from wrong and acted deliberately.
The jury deliberating the fate of Lindsay Clancy finished a third day without a verdict. The juror must decide whether Clancy was criminally responsible when she strangled her three children, or whether, as the defense argues, she was in the grip of postpartum psychosis and could not appreciate the wrongfulness of her actions or conform her conduct to the law. Prosecutors contend she knew right from wrong and acted deliberately.
Wisconsin election: Milwaukee answered primary questions, WEC says
Wisconsin elections officials looking for answers about a “human error" decided not to issue a formal letter to the Milwaukee Election Commission.
Wisconsin elections officials looking for answers about a “human error" decided not to issue a formal letter to the Milwaukee Election Commission.
Flock cameras must be pulled from Florida state roads within 30 days, DeSantis orders
Florida transportation officials are ordering local law enforcement agencies to remove automated license plate readers from state highway rights of way, citing privacy concerns, reports of misuse and the rapid expansion of surveillance technology.
Florida transportation officials are ordering local law enforcement agencies to remove automated license plate readers from state highway rights of way, citing privacy concerns, reports of misuse and the rapid expansion of surveillance technology.
Fond du Lac County 'human skeletal remains' investigation, man re-arrested
The man criminally charged in a Wisconsin stalking investigation faces new charges after investigators uncovered "human skeletal remains" at his home, prompting a second investigation into whether those remains may be illegal.
The man criminally charged in a Wisconsin stalking investigation faces new charges after investigators uncovered "human skeletal remains" at his home, prompting a second investigation into whether those remains may be illegal.
Wauwatosa park has new, massive sculpture
Wauwatosa's Firefly Grove Park has a new attraction for all to enjoy. It is a massive, natural sculpture entitled, "Sacred Rhythm Mother," and it was created by artist Justin Roberts. Beth Gleesing, Tourism Specialist for the City of Wauwatosa, joined FOX6 NOW to talk about this new piece of art, and what might lie ahead for the park.
Wauwatosa's Firefly Grove Park has a new attraction for all to enjoy. It is a massive, natural sculpture entitled, "Sacred Rhythm Mother," and it was created by artist Justin Roberts. Beth Gleesing, Tourism Specialist for the City of Wauwatosa, joined FOX6 NOW to talk about this new piece of art, and what might lie ahead for the park.
Ovarian cancer awareness month; what viewers should know
Gynecologic & Ovarian Cancer Month starts on Tuesday, Sept. 1, which focuses on uterine, ovarian, and other reproductive cancers. Dr. Catherine Zhang, a gynecologic oncologist and surgeon at UW Health, joined FOX6 NOW to talk about what everyone needs to know about this form of cancer.
Gynecologic & Ovarian Cancer Month starts on Tuesday, Sept. 1, which focuses on uterine, ovarian, and other reproductive cancers. Dr. Catherine Zhang, a gynecologic oncologist and surgeon at UW Health, joined FOX6 NOW to talk about what everyone needs to know about this form of cancer.
Milwaukee partial building collapse; officials share latest
Milwaukee Assistant Fire Chief Schuyler Belott shared what information he could on a building that partially collapsed near Water and Bruce in the city's Harbor View neighborhood.
Milwaukee Assistant Fire Chief Schuyler Belott shared what information he could on a building that partially collapsed near Water and Bruce in the city's Harbor View neighborhood.
Flock policy, Milwaukee police agree to changes; what we know
The Milwaukee Police Department has agreed to make several changes to its Flock camera system policies. Here's what we know.
The Milwaukee Police Department has agreed to make several changes to its Flock camera system policies. Here's what we know.
Partial wall collapse at vacant Milwaukee industrial building
The Milwaukee Fire Department responded to a wall collapse at a vacant industrial building in the Harbor View neighborhood on Monday, Aug. 31.
The Milwaukee Fire Department responded to a wall collapse at a vacant industrial building in the Harbor View neighborhood on Monday, Aug. 31.
Wisconsin early goose hunt; what you need to know
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters that the 2026 early goose season opens Tuesday, Sept. 1. This early hunting opportunity is available to hunters throughout the state and will run through Sept. 15. The early goose season has an increased daily bag limit of five Canada geese and is uniformly regulated across Wisconsin. FOX6 NOW spoke with DNR Game Bird Ecologist Taylor Finger about what you need to know.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters that the 2026 early goose season opens Tuesday, Sept. 1. This early hunting opportunity is available to hunters throughout the state and will run through Sept. 15. The early goose season has an increased daily bag limit of five Canada geese and is uniformly regulated across Wisconsin. FOX6 NOW spoke with DNR Game Bird Ecologist Taylor Finger about what you need to know.
At least 2 dead, 15 feared missing and dozens airlifted from Grand Canyon after extreme flash flooding
Dozens of people are being airlifted to safety after sudden flash flooding surged through the Grand Canyon. Officials are now asking the public to give information for individuals who may be missing or unaccounted for.
Dozens of people are being airlifted to safety after sudden flash flooding surged through the Grand Canyon. Officials are now asking the public to give information for individuals who may be missing or unaccounted for.
Milwaukee crash near 11th and Capitol; motorcycle, sedan collide
Two people were taken to the hospital following a crash in Milwaukee on Friday, Aug. 28.
Two people were taken to the hospital following a crash in Milwaukee on Friday, Aug. 28.



















