2026 Midterm Elections: Milwaukee Alderman Peter Burgelis suspends campaign
Milwaukee Alderman Peter Burgelis is suspending his campaign for Wisconsin's 1st Congressional District, calling on Democrats to unite ahead of the midterm elections.
Milwaukee Alderman Peter Burgelis is suspending his campaign for Wisconsin's 1st Congressional District, calling on Democrats to unite ahead of the midterm elections.
ICE in Milwaukee: US DOJ says it will not comply with mask ban ordinance
The clock is ticking in the fight between ICE and Milwaukee. The federal Department of Justice gave Milwaukee until Friday to respond.
The clock is ticking in the fight between ICE and Milwaukee. The federal Department of Justice gave Milwaukee until Friday to respond.
ICE in Milwaukee: US DOJ says it will not comply with mask ban ordinance
The clock is ticking in the fight between ICE and Milwaukee. The federal Department of Justice gave Milwaukee until Friday to respond.
The clock is ticking in the fight between ICE and Milwaukee. The federal Department of Justice gave Milwaukee until Friday to respond.
Man wrongfully arrested at Kenosha Applebee's files civil lawsuit
A man who was wrongfully arrested at a Kenosha Applebee's in 2023 has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against Kenosha and three police officers.
A man who was wrongfully arrested at a Kenosha Applebee's in 2023 has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against Kenosha and three police officers.
Man wrongfully arrested at Kenosha Applebee's files civil lawsuit
A man who was wrongfully arrested at a Kenosha Applebee's in 2023 has now filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the city of Kenosha and three officers involved.
A man who was wrongfully arrested at a Kenosha Applebee's in 2023 has now filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the city of Kenosha and three officers involved.
Heat advisory: Waukesha County Fair kicks off with relaxed water policy
Extreme heat and the Waukesha County Fair always seem to go hand-in-hand. As temperatures soar this year, the fair is giving multiple options to stay cool.
Extreme heat and the Waukesha County Fair always seem to go hand-in-hand. As temperatures soar this year, the fair is giving multiple options to stay cool.
Flock search misuse: Former Milwaukee police officer gets probation
A former Milwaukee police officer, who prosecutors said misused the department's Flock Safety license plate reader system to track an ex, was sentenced to probation and fined on Wednesday.
A former Milwaukee police officer, who prosecutors said misused the department's Flock Safety license plate reader system to track an ex, was sentenced to probation and fined on Wednesday.
Heat advisory: Waukesha County Fair kicks off relaxed water policy
Extreme heat and the Waukesha County Fair always seem to go hand-in-hand. As temperatures soar this year, the fair is giving multiple options to stay cool.
Extreme heat and the Waukesha County Fair always seem to go hand-in-hand. As temperatures soar this year, the fair is giving multiple options to stay cool.
Mount Pleasant homicide; suspect identified, arrest warrant issued
Mount Pleasant police have identified a suspect in connection to a homicide that happened on June 24 and have issued a warrant for his arrest.
Mount Pleasant police have identified a suspect in connection to a homicide that happened on June 24 and have issued a warrant for his arrest.
Midwest heatwave, Lake Geneva downburst
The Midwest is trapped in a relentless July heatwave, bringing dangerous temperatures, massive power outages, and historic flooding. The Isobar team breaks down the science behind the destructive storms, a tragic microburst on Lake Geneva, and a bizarre tree collapse that unleashed a massive swarm of bees.
The Midwest is trapped in a relentless July heatwave, bringing dangerous temperatures, massive power outages, and historic flooding. The Isobar team breaks down the science behind the destructive storms, a tragic microburst on Lake Geneva, and a bizarre tree collapse that unleashed a massive swarm of bees.
Wildfire smoke poses serious hazards to health
Wildfire smoke from Canada is wafting into Wisconsin, and could pose serious health issues for many. Wisconsin Live Desk spoke with Dr. Vivek Balasubramaniam from UW Health about what you need to know.
Wildfire smoke from Canada is wafting into Wisconsin, and could pose serious health issues for many. Wisconsin Live Desk spoke with Dr. Vivek Balasubramaniam from UW Health about what you need to know.
Milwaukee's Harbor District Riverwalk; new stretch opened
Milwaukee officials celebrated the completion of Phase 1 of the Harbor District Riverwalk. A news release says Phase 1 delivers the foundation of what will become the city’s largest single Riverwalk expansion. Officials said it creates new public access along the Kinnickinnic River with a scenic multi-use pathway, native landscaping, seating areas, and enhanced connections for residents, employees, and visitors.
Milwaukee officials celebrated the completion of Phase 1 of the Harbor District Riverwalk. A news release says Phase 1 delivers the foundation of what will become the city’s largest single Riverwalk expansion. Officials said it creates new public access along the Kinnickinnic River with a scenic multi-use pathway, native landscaping, seating areas, and enhanced connections for residents, employees, and visitors.
Green Lake kayaker faked death, DNR uses restitution for new equipment
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has used its restitution money from the kayaker who staged his own death on Big Green Lake back in August 2024 to purchase new sonar equipment.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has used its restitution money from the kayaker who staged his own death on Big Green Lake back in August 2024 to purchase new sonar equipment.
Buc-ee's construction begins in Oak Creek
The heavy equipment is in place, and dirt is now being moved where a Buc-ee's will be built in Oak Creek. The land is at the intersection of 27th and Elm Road -- just off I-94. Wisconsin Live Desk gets the latest update on this massive project from Andrew Vickers, the Oak Creek City Administrator.
The heavy equipment is in place, and dirt is now being moved where a Buc-ee's will be built in Oak Creek. The land is at the intersection of 27th and Elm Road -- just off I-94. Wisconsin Live Desk gets the latest update on this massive project from Andrew Vickers, the Oak Creek City Administrator.
Wisconsin DNR uses restitution from kayaker who faked death
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced on Wednesday, July 15, the restitution received as part of a 2025 Green Lake County Circuit Court ruling against a kayaker who staged his death was used to purchase new sonar equipment for emergency response to public safety incidents and natural resource protection cases. Ryan Borgwardt staged a boating fatality on Big Green Lake, the state’s deepest inland lake, back in August 2024. Almost two months later, authorities determined he had fled the country and falsified his death for personal reasons. Green Lake County Sheriff and other law enforcement partners located Borgwardt in Europe and convinced him to return to Green Lake.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced on Wednesday, July 15, the restitution received as part of a 2025 Green Lake County Circuit Court ruling against a kayaker who staged his death was used to purchase new sonar equipment for emergency response to public safety incidents and natural resource protection cases. Ryan Borgwardt staged a boating fatality on Big Green Lake, the state’s deepest inland lake, back in August 2024. Almost two months later, authorities determined he had fled the country and falsified his death for personal reasons. Green Lake County Sheriff and other law enforcement partners located Borgwardt in Europe and convinced him to return to Green Lake.
Milwaukee crash near 12th and Atkinson, family mourns man killed
A 70-year-old pedestrian was killed on Milwaukee's north side Tuesday night, July 14. It happened near 12th and Atkinson.
A 70-year-old pedestrian was killed on Milwaukee's north side Tuesday night, July 14. It happened near 12th and Atkinson.
Milwaukee Harbor District Riverwalk ribbon cutting
Milwaukee officials celebrated the opening of the Harbor District Riverwalk with a ribbon cutting on Wednesday morning, July 15.
Milwaukee officials celebrated the opening of the Harbor District Riverwalk with a ribbon cutting on Wednesday morning, July 15.
Milwaukee Harbor District Riverwalk ribbon cutting; transforms inner harbor
Milwaukee officials celebrated the opening of the Harbor District Riverwalk with a ribbon cutting on Wednesday morning, July 15.
Milwaukee officials celebrated the opening of the Harbor District Riverwalk with a ribbon cutting on Wednesday morning, July 15.
Flock search misuse: Former Milwaukee police officer gets probation
A former Milwaukee police officer, who misused the department's Flock Safety license plate reader system to track an ex, was sentenced on Wednesday.
A former Milwaukee police officer, who misused the department's Flock Safety license plate reader system to track an ex, was sentenced on Wednesday.
Downtown Kenosha businesses benefit from grant program
Downtown Kenosha is especially busy this time of year and the shops in the area are a big reason for that, and some recent grants are helping them grow.
Downtown Kenosha is especially busy this time of year and the shops in the area are a big reason for that, and some recent grants are helping them grow.