ACA health insurance subsidies expire, Wisconsin impact

Enhanced tax credits that helped subsidize the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for more people expired as the calendar turned to 2026.

MCTS bus fare increases take effect
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The new year means new, increased Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) fares for bus riders. The system is responding to budget shortfalls.

Hundreds take polar plunge
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Hundreds of people took the polar plunge at Milwaukee's lakefront on New Year's Day, an annual tradition at Bradford Beach.

Wisconsin girl missing, family shares message
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There's a statewide search for 14-year-old Alexandria Kuntz, a missing northwest Wisconsin girl who is originally from Kenosha County.

Found safe: Teen missing from northwestern Wisconsin located

The Rusk County Sheriff's Office confirmed on Thursday, Jan. 1 that 14-year-old Alexandria Kuntz has been located and is safe.

Will Smith sued by violinist for sexual harassment, wrongful termination claims

Brian King Joseph, a professional violinist, is suing Will Smith and his company, Treyball Studios Management, alleging a series of retaliatory and discriminatory actions during a global music tour.

MCTS bus fare increases take effect; here's what to know

The new year means new, increased Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) fares for bus riders. The system is responding to budget shortfalls.

Hundreds take polar plunge at Milwaukee's lakefront

Hundreds of people took the polar plunge at Milwaukee's lakefront on New Year's Day, an annual tradition at Bradford Beach.

Milwaukee lakefront Cool Fool Kite Festival, family fun

The 39th annual Cool Fool Kite & Snow-Carving Festival drew people to Veterans Park at Milwaukee's lakefront on New Year's Day.

Polar bears unite on Milwaukee's lakefront
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Hundreds of people went to Bradford Beach on Milwaukee's lakefront to take in the annual polar bear event held on New Year's Day

Milwaukee man found safe, reported critically missing Thursday

Milwaukee police requested the public's help to find critically missing 32-year-old Jared Bratchett. He was last seen on Thursday morning, Jan. 1.

Milwaukee shooting at 13th and Concordia; 18-year-old wounded

Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened near 13th and Concordia on the city's north side early Thursday, Jan. 1.

Greendale High School Marching Band performs in the 2026 Rose Parade
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The Greendale High School Marching Band performs in the 2026 Rose Parade on Thursday, Jan. 1. They braved rainy weather to wow the crowds gathered in Pasadena.

Rose Parade 2026: How to watch, what you need to know

Celebrate the first day of 2026 by embracing the fun and excitement of the Rose Parade in Pasadena, California.

WATCH: Zohran Mamdani's full speech at his NYC mayoral inauguration

Zohran Mamdani hosted what his team called the "Inauguration of a New Era," a public swearing-in ceremony and citywide celebration on Thursday afternoon.

Plymouth rings in new year with annual Big Cheese Drop

Plymouth welcomed in the new year on Wednesday, Dec. 31, with its 19th annual Big Cheese Drop, an event presented by the Plymouth Arts Center and Sartori Cheese, that drew families downtown with a festive countdown.