32-year-old inmate dies after complaining of abdominal pain at Milwaukee County Jail
WAUKESHA -- The Waukesha County Sheriff's Department is conducting an investigation into the death of an inmate at the Milwaukee County Jail on Tuesday, Dec. 18.The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office said in a news release the 32-year-old inmate, identified as Brian Collins Jr.
WAUKESHA -- The Waukesha County Sheriff's Department is conducting an investigation into the death of an inmate at the Milwaukee County Jail on Tuesday, Dec. 18.The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office said in a news release the 32-year-old inmate, identified as Brian Collins Jr.
2 arrested after report of 'porch pirates' stealing packages in Racine
RACINE -- Two people were arrested on Thursday morning, Dec. 20 in Racine after it was reported someone was stealing packages from a porch on Arlington Avenue near West Boulevard.Police responded to the area just before 10 a.m. They received a description of the suspect vehicle, which was located a short time later -- and the arrests were made.The two people who were detained were taken to the Racine Police Department for questioning.Police said "during the investigation, it was discovered that there were other packages from other areas of the city. "Investigators are interested in any additional information that anyone may have about this crime.
RACINE -- Two people were arrested on Thursday morning, Dec. 20 in Racine after it was reported someone was stealing packages from a porch on Arlington Avenue near West Boulevard.Police responded to the area just before 10 a.m. They received a description of the suspect vehicle, which was located a short time later -- and the arrests were made.The two people who were detained were taken to the Racine Police Department for questioning.Police said "during the investigation, it was discovered that there were other packages from other areas of the city. "Investigators are interested in any additional information that anyone may have about this crime.
1 month after her death, 13-year-old Sandra Parks' family gears up for a tough, painful Christmas
MILWAUKEE -- A vigil and balloon release ceremony were held Wednesday night, Dec. 19 -- the one-month anniversary of the shooting death of 13-year-old Sandra Parks, who was struck by a bullet and killed in her home near 13th and Hopkins on Nov. 19.Family members said they were gearing up for a painful Christmas.
MILWAUKEE -- A vigil and balloon release ceremony were held Wednesday night, Dec. 19 -- the one-month anniversary of the shooting death of 13-year-old Sandra Parks, who was struck by a bullet and killed in her home near 13th and Hopkins on Nov. 19.Family members said they were gearing up for a painful Christmas.
'She has a gun:' Police arrest man, woman believed responsible for string of robberies
MILWAUKEE -- Police arrested a man and woman they believe responsible for a string of robberies in Milwaukee.Police said they had been looking for the suspects, a 26-year-old woman and a 25-year-old man, for some time, so when they got a call about a hold-up at an Asian restaurant that happened on Dec. 18, they were ready."For us, it doesn't happen a lot," said a restaurant employee.
MILWAUKEE -- Police arrested a man and woman they believe responsible for a string of robberies in Milwaukee.Police said they had been looking for the suspects, a 26-year-old woman and a 25-year-old man, for some time, so when they got a call about a hold-up at an Asian restaurant that happened on Dec. 18, they were ready."For us, it doesn't happen a lot," said a restaurant employee.
MPD sergeant sentenced to 3 years probation in drunk driving case
MILWAUKEE -- Garett Strache, a 46-year-old Milwaukee Police Department sergeant, pleaded guilty on Wednesday, Dec. 19 to a charge of operating while intoxicated -- second offense.
MILWAUKEE -- Garett Strache, a 46-year-old Milwaukee Police Department sergeant, pleaded guilty on Wednesday, Dec. 19 to a charge of operating while intoxicated -- second offense.
3 of 6 young men charged in rash of dealership burglaries sentenced to prison -- 1 at large
WAUKESHA COUNTY -- Three of six young men charged in connection with a rash of burglaries at car dealerships in Milwaukee and Waukesha counties have been sentenced to prison.Joshua Brown, 20, on Wednesday, Dec. 19 pleaded guilty to one count of burglary of a building or dwelling, as party to a crime.
WAUKESHA COUNTY -- Three of six young men charged in connection with a rash of burglaries at car dealerships in Milwaukee and Waukesha counties have been sentenced to prison.Joshua Brown, 20, on Wednesday, Dec. 19 pleaded guilty to one count of burglary of a building or dwelling, as party to a crime.
Audit faults plans to credit Foxconn for work outside state
MADISON — The Wisconsin Legislative Audit Bureau says the state needs to modify its procedures so tax credits aren't awarded for Foxconn Technology Group employees who don't do work in Wisconsin.The Audit Bureau on Wednesday released its findings that the procedures established by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation don't comply with the law or the Foxconn contract.No tax credits have been awarded to Foxconn.
MADISON — The Wisconsin Legislative Audit Bureau says the state needs to modify its procedures so tax credits aren't awarded for Foxconn Technology Group employees who don't do work in Wisconsin.The Audit Bureau on Wednesday released its findings that the procedures established by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation don't comply with the law or the Foxconn contract.No tax credits have been awarded to Foxconn.
Caught on camera: Police seek suspects in Burlington store strong-armed robbery
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects wanted for a strong-armed robbery that occurred Monday, Dec. 17 at the Burlington store on W.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects wanted for a strong-armed robbery that occurred Monday, Dec. 17 at the Burlington store on W.
Macaulay Culkin is 'Home Alone' again, recreating classic scenes in Google commercial
Almost 30 years after his shenanigans as Kevin McCallister, Macaulay Culkin is "Home Alone" again.This time, he's 38 and uses Google Assistant to help him fend off the wet bandits.The minute-long ad recreates, frame by frame, many of the classic scenes from the original movie.It starts off with an older Kevin coming down from the bed in attic, saying: "Mom?
Almost 30 years after his shenanigans as Kevin McCallister, Macaulay Culkin is "Home Alone" again.This time, he's 38 and uses Google Assistant to help him fend off the wet bandits.The minute-long ad recreates, frame by frame, many of the classic scenes from the original movie.It starts off with an older Kevin coming down from the bed in attic, saying: "Mom?
Vehicle crashes into home near 18th and Lincoln in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a crash that happened Wednesday morning, Dec. 19 on the city's south side.It happened around 8:30 a.m. near 18th and Lincoln.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a crash that happened Wednesday morning, Dec. 19 on the city's south side.It happened around 8:30 a.m. near 18th and Lincoln.
Rising UFC star supports officer fired after Sterling Brown arrest: 'Went out of his way to help me'
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee police officer fired after a Taser was used on Sterling Brown, Milwaukee Bucks guard in January is fighting to get his job back, and he's received support from a rising UFC star, who credits Erik Andrade for his success.Andrade was fired for violating department policy with several social media posts after Brown's arrest, when Brown was found double parked in a handicapped space at a Walgreens store."The purpose of firing him is I can't use him as a witness in court," said Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales Tuesday, Dec. 18, before the Fire and Police Commission, which is hearing Andrade's appeal of his firing.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee police officer fired after a Taser was used on Sterling Brown, Milwaukee Bucks guard in January is fighting to get his job back, and he's received support from a rising UFC star, who credits Erik Andrade for his success.Andrade was fired for violating department policy with several social media posts after Brown's arrest, when Brown was found double parked in a handicapped space at a Walgreens store."The purpose of firing him is I can't use him as a witness in court," said Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales Tuesday, Dec. 18, before the Fire and Police Commission, which is hearing Andrade's appeal of his firing.
4 displaced after fire near Delaware and Trowbridge in Bay View
MILWAUKEE -- Four people were displaced after a fire broke out near Delaware and Trowbridge in Bay View on Tuesday evening, Dec. 18.American Red Cross volunteers responded to the scene to help those displaced.No injuries were reported.The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
MILWAUKEE -- Four people were displaced after a fire broke out near Delaware and Trowbridge in Bay View on Tuesday evening, Dec. 18.American Red Cross volunteers responded to the scene to help those displaced.No injuries were reported.The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Prosecutors: Handgun found in bedroom of man accused in shooting of 15-year-old in Racine
RACINE -- A Racine man is facing charges in connection with the shooting of a 15-year-old boy on Saturday, Dec. 15 near 17th Street and Holmes Avenue.The accused is Antwan Hand, 18, who faces two counts of attempted first degree intentional homicide, use of a dangerous weapon, and one count of obstructing an officer.According to a criminal complaint, several .9 mm casings were found in an alley at the scene, with seven laying on the west side of the alley.
RACINE -- A Racine man is facing charges in connection with the shooting of a 15-year-old boy on Saturday, Dec. 15 near 17th Street and Holmes Avenue.The accused is Antwan Hand, 18, who faces two counts of attempted first degree intentional homicide, use of a dangerous weapon, and one count of obstructing an officer.According to a criminal complaint, several .9 mm casings were found in an alley at the scene, with seven laying on the west side of the alley.