2 murders in a year: Life in prison for man who fatally shot another at Tastee Twist ice cream stand

2 murders in a year: Life in prison for man who fatally shot another at Tastee Twist ice cream stand

MILWAUKEE -- Otha Brown, convicted in the fatal shooting of Jerome Johnson at the Tastee Twist ice cream stand near North and Teutonia on Aug. 4, 2017, was sentenced to life in prison Friday, July 19.

MILWAUKEE -- Otha Brown, convicted in the fatal shooting of Jerome Johnson at the Tastee Twist ice cream stand near North and Teutonia on Aug. 4, 2017, was sentenced to life in prison Friday, July 19.

Milwaukee man prosecutors say threatened to 'air out' polling place on Election Day pleads guilty

Milwaukee man prosecutors say threatened to 'air out' polling place on Election Day pleads guilty

MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee man prosecutors said threatened to "air out" a polling place on Election Day in November 2018 reached a plea deal in the case against him on Thursday, July 18.Brandon Baker, 20, entered the plea to four of 10 charges filed against him: two counts of carrying a concealed weapon, one count of possession with intent to deliver THC, less than 200 grams, and one count of possession with intent to deliver psilocin, less than 100 grams.Sentencing was scheduled for Sept. 9.Baker in February was found competent to proceed in the case after he was ordered committed to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services in January.In the early hours of Nov. 6, 2018, police were called to 29th and Michigan for reports of multiple shots fired.Video from the scene showed Officer April Rivera began to speak with Baker."What is that in your hand sir?" Officer Rivera asked."An AR-15," Baker replied. "I'm not breaking the law.

MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee man prosecutors said threatened to "air out" a polling place on Election Day in November 2018 reached a plea deal in the case against him on Thursday, July 18.Brandon Baker, 20, entered the plea to four of 10 charges filed against him: two counts of carrying a concealed weapon, one count of possession with intent to deliver THC, less than 200 grams, and one count of possession with intent to deliver psilocin, less than 100 grams.Sentencing was scheduled for Sept. 9.Baker in February was found competent to proceed in the case after he was ordered committed to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services in January.In the early hours of Nov. 6, 2018, police were called to 29th and Michigan for reports of multiple shots fired.Video from the scene showed Officer April Rivera began to speak with Baker."What is that in your hand sir?" Officer Rivera asked."An AR-15," Baker replied. "I'm not breaking the law.

Police investigate 2 separate shootings in Milwaukee

Police investigate 2 separate shootings in Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating two shootings that happened Saturday, July 20.The first shooting happened near 2nd and Concordia around 3:30 p.m. Police said a 26-year-old Milwaukee man sustained an injury that was not life-threatening, and drove himself to a hospital for treatment.Later Saturday evening, a second shooting took place near 87th and Olive.

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating two shootings that happened Saturday, July 20.The first shooting happened near 2nd and Concordia around 3:30 p.m. Police said a 26-year-old Milwaukee man sustained an injury that was not life-threatening, and drove himself to a hospital for treatment.Later Saturday evening, a second shooting took place near 87th and Olive.

We Energies restores power to 60K+ in wake of severe storms: '1 of the most powerful in 20 years'

We Energies restores power to 60K+ in wake of severe storms: '1 of the most powerful in 20 years'

MILWAUKEE -- We Energies crews restored power to more than 60,000 customers since Friday evening, July 19 following destructive thunderstorms that moved through the Fox Valley over the weekend, officials said Sunday night, July 21.

MILWAUKEE -- We Energies crews restored power to more than 60,000 customers since Friday evening, July 19 following destructive thunderstorms that moved through the Fox Valley over the weekend, officials said Sunday night, July 21.

Thousands without power in Wisconsin; WE Energies says it could be out for days

Thousands without power in Wisconsin; WE Energies says it could be out for days

WISCONSIN -- We Energies says weekend storms have caused so much damage to its network in the Fox Valley area that customers could be without power for multiple days.As of 4 p.m. Saturday, more than 70,000 We Energies customers were without power in Green Bay and the surrounding area after storms moved through the area on Friday and Saturday.

WISCONSIN -- We Energies says weekend storms have caused so much damage to its network in the Fox Valley area that customers could be without power for multiple days.As of 4 p.m. Saturday, more than 70,000 We Energies customers were without power in Green Bay and the surrounding area after storms moved through the area on Friday and Saturday.

Sheriff's deputies spend time with community members to promote safety and fun

Sheriff's deputies spend time with community members to promote safety and fun

MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- Milwaukee County Parks and the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office was out promoting safety and fun on Saturday, July 20."Park and Public Safety Day" was held at Kosciuszko Park near 7th and Becher Streets.The event gave kids and adults the chance to have a little fun and learn a few things from first responders."Sheriff Earnell Lucas has a really big heart for the community and he wants us to be out here.

MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- Milwaukee County Parks and the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office was out promoting safety and fun on Saturday, July 20."Park and Public Safety Day" was held at Kosciuszko Park near 7th and Becher Streets.The event gave kids and adults the chance to have a little fun and learn a few things from first responders."Sheriff Earnell Lucas has a really big heart for the community and he wants us to be out here.

19-year-old shot in his car near 19th and Finn

19-year-old shot in his car near 19th and Finn

MILWAUKEE -- A 19-year-old man is injured following a shooting near 19th and Finn early Saturday, July 20.According to officials, the incident happened around 1 a.m. The victim was shot while inside his car.The man was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.

MILWAUKEE -- A 19-year-old man is injured following a shooting near 19th and Finn early Saturday, July 20.According to officials, the incident happened around 1 a.m. The victim was shot while inside his car.The man was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Apparent Prime Day pricing error may cost Amazon

Apparent Prime Day pricing error may cost Amazon

Whoops: Amazon, apparently in error, priced a bunch of very expensive camera gear for $94.48 on Prime Day—and is honoring at least some of the sales.First, someone noticed a camera normally priced at $548 was listed for $94.48 and submitted the deal to Slickdeals.

Whoops: Amazon, apparently in error, priced a bunch of very expensive camera gear for $94.48 on Prime Day—and is honoring at least some of the sales.First, someone noticed a camera normally priced at $548 was listed for $94.48 and submitted the deal to Slickdeals.

'Shoot this (expletive):' Man who attacked MCTS bus driver with broom handle sentenced to prison

'Shoot this (expletive):' Man who attacked MCTS bus driver with broom handle sentenced to prison

MILWAUKEE -- One of two men charged in connection with the alleged assault of a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus driver on Nov. 19, 2018 was sentenced to prison.Terrell Poe, 23, faced charges in three separate cases filed in November and December 2018.The first was filed on Nov. 29, 2018.

MILWAUKEE -- One of two men charged in connection with the alleged assault of a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus driver on Nov. 19, 2018 was sentenced to prison.Terrell Poe, 23, faced charges in three separate cases filed in November and December 2018.The first was filed on Nov. 29, 2018.

Recognize him? Milwaukee police seek man who robbed bank near 27th and Holt

Recognize him? Milwaukee police seek man who robbed bank near 27th and Holt

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police on Thursday, July 18 asked for the public's help identifying and locating a man wanted in connection with a bank robbery Wednesday evening near 27th and Holt.It happened shortly after 5 p.m.Police said the man approached the teller’s window and produced a demand note, implying that he was armed with a weapon.

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police on Thursday, July 18 asked for the public's help identifying and locating a man wanted in connection with a bank robbery Wednesday evening near 27th and Holt.It happened shortly after 5 p.m.Police said the man approached the teller’s window and produced a demand note, implying that he was armed with a weapon.

Investigation underway after burned body found in garage near 15th and Burleigh

Investigation underway after burned body found in garage near 15th and Burleigh

MILWAUKEE -- A death investigation is underway after a burned body was found in a garage Wednesday morning, May 1 near 15th and Burleigh in Milwaukee.

MILWAUKEE -- A death investigation is underway after a burned body was found in a garage Wednesday morning, May 1 near 15th and Burleigh in Milwaukee.

Racine County Jail inmate accused of stabbing corrections officer with pen during fingerprinting

Racine County Jail inmate accused of stabbing corrections officer with pen during fingerprinting

RACINE COUNTY -- A Racine County Jail inmate stands accused of attacking a corrections officer Tuesday morning, July 16 -- as officials worked to obtain fingerprints.It happened shortly after 9:30 a.m.Officials with the Racine County Sheriff's Office said the violent attack happened as the corrections officers tried to obtain fingerprints.

RACINE COUNTY -- A Racine County Jail inmate stands accused of attacking a corrections officer Tuesday morning, July 16 -- as officials worked to obtain fingerprints.It happened shortly after 9:30 a.m.Officials with the Racine County Sheriff's Office said the violent attack happened as the corrections officers tried to obtain fingerprints.