1 dead following hit-and-run near 24th and Center in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE-- The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office on Tuesday, May 5 were notified of a death at the scene of a crash near 24th and Center in Milwaukee.The crash happened just before 1 a.m. Milwaukee police say a pedestrian was struck by a motorist who then fled the scene.
MILWAUKEE-- The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office on Tuesday, May 5 were notified of a death at the scene of a crash near 24th and Center in Milwaukee.The crash happened just before 1 a.m. Milwaukee police say a pedestrian was struck by a motorist who then fled the scene.
Police: Shots fired at officers near 34th and Greenfield spark manhunt
MILWAUKEE -- A report of an armed subject near 34th Street and Greenfield Avenue prompted a manhunt in Milwaukee Monday evening, May 4.Police said when officers tried to stop the man around 5 p.m., he ran, firing at officers with a pistol as they gave chase.
MILWAUKEE -- A report of an armed subject near 34th Street and Greenfield Avenue prompted a manhunt in Milwaukee Monday evening, May 4.Police said when officers tried to stop the man around 5 p.m., he ran, firing at officers with a pistol as they gave chase.
Amazon executive says he quit to protest employee firings
NEW YORK — An Amazon executive says he quit his job at the online retail giant to protest the firing of employees who spoke up about the conditions inside Amazon’s warehouses and the company’s record on climate change.Tim Bray, a vice president at the company, wrote in a blog post that he left his job last week “in dismay” after Amazon fired several workers who publicly criticized the company.He said the firings were “evidence of a vein of toxicity running through the company culture.” Amazon, which is based in Seattle, declined to comment.
NEW YORK — An Amazon executive says he quit his job at the online retail giant to protest the firing of employees who spoke up about the conditions inside Amazon’s warehouses and the company’s record on climate change.Tim Bray, a vice president at the company, wrote in a blog post that he left his job last week “in dismay” after Amazon fired several workers who publicly criticized the company.He said the firings were “evidence of a vein of toxicity running through the company culture.” Amazon, which is based in Seattle, declined to comment.
Homicide investigation: Man shot near 37th and Silver Spring in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened Monday, May 4 in the area near 37th and Silver Spring.Upon arrival, officers located a man who succumbed to gunshot injuries.
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened Monday, May 4 in the area near 37th and Silver Spring.Upon arrival, officers located a man who succumbed to gunshot injuries.
We Energies officials announce arrival of 1st peregrine falcon chicks of 2020 season
MILWAUKEE -- We Energies officials on Sunday, May 3 announced the arrival of the first two peregrine falcon chicks of the 2020 season.The little balls of fluff hatched overnight at Valley Power Plant in Milwaukee, officials said.If all goes well, the rest of the eggs at We Energies' four nest sites across the state should begin to hatch soon.
MILWAUKEE -- We Energies officials on Sunday, May 3 announced the arrival of the first two peregrine falcon chicks of the 2020 season.The little balls of fluff hatched overnight at Valley Power Plant in Milwaukee, officials said.If all goes well, the rest of the eggs at We Energies' four nest sites across the state should begin to hatch soon.
51-year-old man stabbed near Cambridge and North, suspect arrested
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a battery cutting that occurred near N.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a battery cutting that occurred near N.
MFD responds to fire near 35th and Villard, no injuries reported
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Fire Department responded to a fire that broke out in a building near 35th Street and Villard Ave around 10 p.m. Saturday, May 2.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Fire Department responded to a fire that broke out in a building near 35th Street and Villard Ave around 10 p.m. Saturday, May 2.
18-year-old, 16-year-old found dead in garage; police investigate possible CO poisoning
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police were called to a home near 35th Street and State Street Saturday, May 2, where they found two young men dead in a closed garage.A 16-year-old boy and an 18-year-old man were found dead inside a vehicle, police said.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police were called to a home near 35th Street and State Street Saturday, May 2, where they found two young men dead in a closed garage.A 16-year-old boy and an 18-year-old man were found dead inside a vehicle, police said.
Police investigate 2 separate shootings just minutes apart that left 2 injured
MILWAUKEE -- Police are investigating two separate shootings that have left two injured in Milwaukee late Saturday night, May 2.Officers responded to a shooting near N. 24th Street and W.
MILWAUKEE -- Police are investigating two separate shootings that have left two injured in Milwaukee late Saturday night, May 2.Officers responded to a shooting near N. 24th Street and W.
MCSO: Driver arrested for OWI after crash on SB I-43 near Wells
MILWAUKEE -- Deputies with the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office were called to a one-car crash on southbound I-43 near Wells Saturday just before noon.Authorities say the car crashed into the wall of the interstate and the driver complained of minor injuries but refused medical treatment.The driver showed signs of impairment, officials said, and was arrested for operating while intoxicated - second offense, and taken to the hospital.The two right lanes of traffic were closed for approximately 40 minutes as a result of the crash.
MILWAUKEE -- Deputies with the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office were called to a one-car crash on southbound I-43 near Wells Saturday just before noon.Authorities say the car crashed into the wall of the interstate and the driver complained of minor injuries but refused medical treatment.The driver showed signs of impairment, officials said, and was arrested for operating while intoxicated - second offense, and taken to the hospital.The two right lanes of traffic were closed for approximately 40 minutes as a result of the crash.
Woman arrested following report of subject with a gun near 75th and Glenbrook
MILWAUKEE -- A 30-year-old woman was arrested without incident Saturday morning, May 2, after police responded to a call of a subject with a gun near N. 75th Street and W.
MILWAUKEE -- A 30-year-old woman was arrested without incident Saturday morning, May 2, after police responded to a call of a subject with a gun near N. 75th Street and W.
Ways to stay safe: Wisconsin house fires in April double the rate in 2019, Red Cross says
MILWAUKEE -- Red Cross disaster teams across Wisconsin responded to an average of two-and-a-half fires every day during the month of April.
MILWAUKEE -- Red Cross disaster teams across Wisconsin responded to an average of two-and-a-half fires every day during the month of April.
Police: 2 shot, wounded in separate incidents in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating two separate shooting incidents that happened Thursday night, April 30 and Friday morning, May 1.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating two separate shooting incidents that happened Thursday night, April 30 and Friday morning, May 1.
'Forcing open the window:' 2 in custody in connection with break-in at dealership in Racine County
RACINE -- Two people, both from Milwaukee, were taken into custody early Friday morning, May 1 after breaking into a dealership in the Town of Raymond and stealing various items.
RACINE -- Two people, both from Milwaukee, were taken into custody early Friday morning, May 1 after breaking into a dealership in the Town of Raymond and stealing various items.
BBB scam alert: Don't let boredom fool you into thinking that's your friend on Facebook
MILWAUKEE -- The BBB is warning social media users that scammers are taking advantage of social networking sites, earning victims’ trust by pretending to be someone they already know and send out a message or two with a great new cure for COVID-19, a fundraising request or perhaps a discount on the most sought after items such as toilet paper, face masks and sanitizers.How the Scam WorksWhile scrolling through Facebook, a message pops up in Facebook Messenger.
MILWAUKEE -- The BBB is warning social media users that scammers are taking advantage of social networking sites, earning victims’ trust by pretending to be someone they already know and send out a message or two with a great new cure for COVID-19, a fundraising request or perhaps a discount on the most sought after items such as toilet paper, face masks and sanitizers.How the Scam WorksWhile scrolling through Facebook, a message pops up in Facebook Messenger.
'Um, I just massacred my whole family:' 5 homicide charges filed in 12th and Locust shooting
MILWAUKEE -- Five counts of first-degree intentional homicide, use of a dangerous weapon were filed Thursday, April 30 against Christopher Stokes, along with one count of possession of a firearm by a person convicted of a felony in connection with the fatal shooting of five people near 12th Street and Locust Street Monday, April 27.
MILWAUKEE -- Five counts of first-degree intentional homicide, use of a dangerous weapon were filed Thursday, April 30 against Christopher Stokes, along with one count of possession of a firearm by a person convicted of a felony in connection with the fatal shooting of five people near 12th Street and Locust Street Monday, April 27.
'It's just overwhelming:' Birthday parade held for Milwaukee teen with terminal cancer
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Fire Department gave a young girl a birthday she will never forget, Thursday.A parade filled with police cars, fire trucks and ambulances cruised down 4th Street in honor of Jayla's 13th birthday.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Fire Department gave a young girl a birthday she will never forget, Thursday.A parade filled with police cars, fire trucks and ambulances cruised down 4th Street in honor of Jayla's 13th birthday.
Amazon to extend ‘work from home’ policy for eligible employees through October
SEATTLE — Amid the coronavirus pandemic, Amazon is extending its work from home plan for eligible employees through October.According to The Seattle Times, the retail giant told its corporate employees on Thursday that they “are welcome to (work from home) until at least October 2.”“We are working hard and investing significant funds to keep those who choose to come to the office safe through physical distancing, deep cleaning, temperature checks, and the availability of face coverings and hand sanitizer,” an Amazon spokesperson told the Times.Many Amazon employees have been working from home since March.
SEATTLE — Amid the coronavirus pandemic, Amazon is extending its work from home plan for eligible employees through October.According to The Seattle Times, the retail giant told its corporate employees on Thursday that they “are welcome to (work from home) until at least October 2.”“We are working hard and investing significant funds to keep those who choose to come to the office safe through physical distancing, deep cleaning, temperature checks, and the availability of face coverings and hand sanitizer,” an Amazon spokesperson told the Times.Many Amazon employees have been working from home since March.
Apartment fire in Racine causes $150k in damage, no injuries reported
RACINE -- The Racine Fire Department responded to a call of an active fire in a second-floor apartment near 6th Street and Wisconsin Ave around 3:15 p.m. on Friday, April 30.Upon arrival, heavy fire was seen coming from an apartment on the second floor.
RACINE -- The Racine Fire Department responded to a call of an active fire in a second-floor apartment near 6th Street and Wisconsin Ave around 3:15 p.m. on Friday, April 30.Upon arrival, heavy fire was seen coming from an apartment on the second floor.