We Energies: Peregrine falcons lay 6 eggs at 4 nest sites in SE Wisconsin
OAK CREEK -- We Energies reported on Friday, March 27 that its peregrine falcons have laid six eggs at four nest sites so far in 2020.
OAK CREEK -- We Energies reported on Friday, March 27 that its peregrine falcons have laid six eggs at four nest sites so far in 2020.
Racine County Sheriff's Office, volunteers make 2K+ masks for those battling COVID-19
RACINE -- A Racine County Sheriff’s Office-led effort to manufacture more personal protective equipment is resulting in the creation of 2,300 additional facemasks that can be used for local first responders, workers at long-term care facilities, and others on the front lines battling the COVID-19 outbreak.Beginning Friday, March 20, the sheriff’s office, with assistance from local volunteers, sewing groups, Sew ‘N Save of Racine, and personnel at the state Ellsworth Correctional Facility and Racine County Jail, began coordinating a large sewing project to produce home-sewn masks.
RACINE -- A Racine County Sheriff’s Office-led effort to manufacture more personal protective equipment is resulting in the creation of 2,300 additional facemasks that can be used for local first responders, workers at long-term care facilities, and others on the front lines battling the COVID-19 outbreak.Beginning Friday, March 20, the sheriff’s office, with assistance from local volunteers, sewing groups, Sew ‘N Save of Racine, and personnel at the state Ellsworth Correctional Facility and Racine County Jail, began coordinating a large sewing project to produce home-sewn masks.
Driver taken into custody for OWI after striking MPD squad, 2 officers sustain minor injuries
MILWAUKEE -- One person was taken into custody for OWI late Thursday night, March 26 following a crash involving a Milwaukee Police Department squad car.It happened shortly before 11 p.m. near 38th and Locust.
MILWAUKEE -- One person was taken into custody for OWI late Thursday night, March 26 following a crash involving a Milwaukee Police Department squad car.It happened shortly before 11 p.m. near 38th and Locust.
'This is about saving lives:' Milwaukee officials urge awareness as virus cases rise
MILWAUKEE -- As the coronavirus continues to spread from person to person in Milwaukee at a high rate, the city's health department and other leaders have come up with meaningful messages.A series of PSAs launched by the Milwaukee Health Department is designed to increase awareness and share ways to stay healthy.City health leaders on Thursday night, March 26 said the largest concentrations of cases were in the central city and north side neighborhoods with a high density of African-American residents.
MILWAUKEE -- As the coronavirus continues to spread from person to person in Milwaukee at a high rate, the city's health department and other leaders have come up with meaningful messages.A series of PSAs launched by the Milwaukee Health Department is designed to increase awareness and share ways to stay healthy.City health leaders on Thursday night, March 26 said the largest concentrations of cases were in the central city and north side neighborhoods with a high density of African-American residents.
Have you seen them? Milwaukee police seek suspects in armed robbery
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police have asked for public assistance identifying and locating two suspects wanted for an armed robbery.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police have asked for public assistance identifying and locating two suspects wanted for an armed robbery.
Homicide investigation: Man killed near Buffum and Keefe; another arrested
MILWAUKEE -- A 34-year-old man was killed near Buffum Street and Keefe Avenue Thursday morning, March 26 -- his death ruled a homicide.Milwaukee police said it happened just before 8 a.m.The circumstances into the man's death were under investigation.Police said a 24-year-old man was arrested.Anyone with any information was asked to please contact police at 414-935-7360 or Milwaukee Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS.
MILWAUKEE -- A 34-year-old man was killed near Buffum Street and Keefe Avenue Thursday morning, March 26 -- his death ruled a homicide.Milwaukee police said it happened just before 8 a.m.The circumstances into the man's death were under investigation.Police said a 24-year-old man was arrested.Anyone with any information was asked to please contact police at 414-935-7360 or Milwaukee Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS.
Amazon fights coronavirus price-gouging, suspends 3,900 accounts
SEATTLE -- Amazon officials said Monday, March 23 that more than 3,900 seller accounts were suspended for price-gouging during the coronavirus outbreak, a disclosure that came on the same day President Donald Trump issued an executive order aimed at curtailing the practice.Officials with the e-commerce giant said the banned accounts were all active on its U.S. marketplace and were suspended for “violating our fair pricing policies.” More than 500,000 product listings were removed over price-related violations related to the outbreak.“We are constantly monitoring our stores for unfair prices and listings that make false claims in regards to COVID-19,” Amazon said in a blog post. “We have dynamic, automated systems in place that locate and remove unfairly priced items.”Amazon officials said that sellers found to have violated its policies are referred to law enforcement agencies for potential action.
SEATTLE -- Amazon officials said Monday, March 23 that more than 3,900 seller accounts were suspended for price-gouging during the coronavirus outbreak, a disclosure that came on the same day President Donald Trump issued an executive order aimed at curtailing the practice.Officials with the e-commerce giant said the banned accounts were all active on its U.S. marketplace and were suspended for “violating our fair pricing policies.” More than 500,000 product listings were removed over price-related violations related to the outbreak.“We are constantly monitoring our stores for unfair prices and listings that make false claims in regards to COVID-19,” Amazon said in a blog post. “We have dynamic, automated systems in place that locate and remove unfairly priced items.”Amazon officials said that sellers found to have violated its policies are referred to law enforcement agencies for potential action.
Milwaukee police seek suspect wanted for burglary near 35th and Lisbon
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police have asked for public assistance identifying and locating a suspect wanted for a burglary that happened near 35th and Lisbon on Monday.Police say the suspect broke in to and took items from a business around 10:30 p.m. Monday night, March 23.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police have asked for public assistance identifying and locating a suspect wanted for a burglary that happened near 35th and Lisbon on Monday.Police say the suspect broke in to and took items from a business around 10:30 p.m. Monday night, March 23.
Police: Suspect arrested in death of MPD dispatcher, killed in reckless driving crash
MILWAUKEE -- Denzil Crosby, the man wanted in connection with the death of Milwaukee Police Emergency Communications Operator Deborah Harris, was arrested Tuesday, March 24, the department announced.Crosby was arrested in Texas by the U.S. Marshals Service.Harris was killed in a crash on Monday, March 16.It began around 12:30 a.m. near 51st Street and Fond du Lac Avenue.Police said officers spotted a driver, believed to have been Crosby, who disregarded a red light.
MILWAUKEE -- Denzil Crosby, the man wanted in connection with the death of Milwaukee Police Emergency Communications Operator Deborah Harris, was arrested Tuesday, March 24, the department announced.Crosby was arrested in Texas by the U.S. Marshals Service.Harris was killed in a crash on Monday, March 16.It began around 12:30 a.m. near 51st Street and Fond du Lac Avenue.Police said officers spotted a driver, believed to have been Crosby, who disregarded a red light.
Milwaukee police called to oversee food distribution near 31st and Teutonia
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police were called to help with a mobile food pantry Wednesday, March 25.The Milwaukee Islamic Dawah Center hosted the food distribution near 31st Street and Teutonia Avenue.Police said they were called to oversee the distribution.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police were called to help with a mobile food pantry Wednesday, March 25.The Milwaukee Islamic Dawah Center hosted the food distribution near 31st Street and Teutonia Avenue.Police said they were called to oversee the distribution.
'We are depending on you!' FedEx worker shares thoughtful care package left for delivery drivers
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- A FedEx delivery worker posted a photo on Instagram of a care package left for couriers on a front porch in Glendale, Arizona.The box, which was made out to UPS, FedEx, USPS and Amazon delivery drivers, contained toilet paper, water bottles, Gatorade and cans of soup.
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- A FedEx delivery worker posted a photo on Instagram of a care package left for couriers on a front porch in Glendale, Arizona.The box, which was made out to UPS, FedEx, USPS and Amazon delivery drivers, contained toilet paper, water bottles, Gatorade and cans of soup.
Starbucks giving free coffee to first responders during coronavirus pandemic
(WJW) — Starbucks is giving back during the coronavirus crisis.On Wednesday, the company announced it’s giving free coffee to front-line responders to COVID-19 until May 3.Any customer who identifies as a first responder or front-line worker supporting the healthcare system will receive a tall brewed coffee — hot or iced — at no charge.
(WJW) — Starbucks is giving back during the coronavirus crisis.On Wednesday, the company announced it’s giving free coffee to front-line responders to COVID-19 until May 3.Any customer who identifies as a first responder or front-line worker supporting the healthcare system will receive a tall brewed coffee — hot or iced — at no charge.
Look familiar? MPD seeking armed robbery, home invasion suspects
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police have asked for public assistance identifying and locating three suspects wanted for an armed robbery/home invasion that happened Friday, March 20 near Locust and Buffum.Police say the suspects forced entry to a home, two of them armed with handguns, and took several items around 11:20 p.m. that Friday.The first suspect is described as a white male, 18-22 years old, 5'9" to 5'10" tall with a thin build and a beard.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police have asked for public assistance identifying and locating three suspects wanted for an armed robbery/home invasion that happened Friday, March 20 near Locust and Buffum.Police say the suspects forced entry to a home, two of them armed with handguns, and took several items around 11:20 p.m. that Friday.The first suspect is described as a white male, 18-22 years old, 5'9" to 5'10" tall with a thin build and a beard.
Homicide investigation: Man found dead inside vehicle on Milwaukee's south side
MILWAUKEE -- A homicide investigation is underway after a man was found dead inside a vehicle on Milwaukee's south side Monday night, March 23.According to police, officers responded to the area of 13th and Howard around 6 p.m. for a welfare check.Upon arrival, they found a 36-year-old man dead from a gunshot wound.MPD says the homicide division is currently investigating the incident.
MILWAUKEE -- A homicide investigation is underway after a man was found dead inside a vehicle on Milwaukee's south side Monday night, March 23.According to police, officers responded to the area of 13th and Howard around 6 p.m. for a welfare check.Upon arrival, they found a 36-year-old man dead from a gunshot wound.MPD says the homicide division is currently investigating the incident.
Best shows and movies coming to Netflix in April 2020
MILWAUKEE -- As the coronavirus continues to keep people inside their homes, now may be the perfect time to freshen up your Netflix watch list with some of the titles the streaming giant is adding for April, 2020.Some of the highlights include the hit series “Community,” comedian Ricky Gervais’ “After Life: Season 2,” and “Fauda.” Movie standouts include “Taxi Driver,” “Mud,” “Road to Perdition,” “The Death of Stalin,” “The Social Network,” “The Matrix,” “The Perks of Being a Wallflower,” and “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.”Here’s everything coming and going in April:Avail. 4/1/20
MILWAUKEE -- As the coronavirus continues to keep people inside their homes, now may be the perfect time to freshen up your Netflix watch list with some of the titles the streaming giant is adding for April, 2020.Some of the highlights include the hit series “Community,” comedian Ricky Gervais’ “After Life: Season 2,” and “Fauda.” Movie standouts include “Taxi Driver,” “Mud,” “Road to Perdition,” “The Death of Stalin,” “The Social Network,” “The Matrix,” “The Perks of Being a Wallflower,” and “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.”Here’s everything coming and going in April:Avail. 4/1/20
MPD: 20-year-old Milwaukee man shot, wounded near 74th and Capitol
MILWAUKEE -- A 20-year-old Milwaukee man was shot and wounded in an incident near 74th and Capitol on Monday, March 23.Milwaukee police say the shooting happened right around noon.
MILWAUKEE -- A 20-year-old Milwaukee man was shot and wounded in an incident near 74th and Capitol on Monday, March 23.Milwaukee police say the shooting happened right around noon.
Police investigating non-fatal shooting near 27th & Melvina
MILWAUKEE -- Police are investigating a non-fatal shooting that happened on Saturday, March 21 near North 27th Street and West Melvina Street just before 5 a.m.A 46-year-old man sustained non-life threatening injuries and was taken to an area hospital.Anyone with any information can contact Milwaukee Police at 414-935-7360 or Milwaukee Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS
MILWAUKEE -- Police are investigating a non-fatal shooting that happened on Saturday, March 21 near North 27th Street and West Melvina Street just before 5 a.m.A 46-year-old man sustained non-life threatening injuries and was taken to an area hospital.Anyone with any information can contact Milwaukee Police at 414-935-7360 or Milwaukee Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS
Milwaukee's police chief urges businesses to donate personal protection equipment
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales is making a plea to local businesses to donate personal protective equipment (PPE) because of the coronavirus pandemic."Many of you have concerns regarding contracting this virus.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales is making a plea to local businesses to donate personal protective equipment (PPE) because of the coronavirus pandemic."Many of you have concerns regarding contracting this virus.
Help requested in search for 16-year-old Milwaukee girl, missing since March 12
MILWAUKEE -- Help is being requested in the search for 16-year-old Ashlee Ramirez of Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- Help is being requested in the search for 16-year-old Ashlee Ramirez of Milwaukee.