'Chills you to the bone:' Thousand feel grief, gratitude as they honor fallen Officer Michalski
MILWAUKEE -- Thousands of people paid their respects as the funeral procession passed from Oak Creek to Milwaukee and Brookfield.
MILWAUKEE -- Thousands of people paid their respects as the funeral procession passed from Oak Creek to Milwaukee and Brookfield.
Community pays respects for Officer Michael Michalski in many ways during procesion
OAK CREEK -- Following the funeral procession for fallen MPD Officer Michael Michalski on Wednesday, August 1, hundreds of vehicles led the body to the cemetery.It was a sea of blue and red lights.
OAK CREEK -- Following the funeral procession for fallen MPD Officer Michael Michalski on Wednesday, August 1, hundreds of vehicles led the body to the cemetery.It was a sea of blue and red lights.
Police: 1 killed, 1 seriously injured in shooting near 19th & Fond du Lac
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened Wednesday, August 1.It happened around 5:30 p.m. near 19th and Fond du Lac Avenue.According to police, a 24-year-old man suffered life-threatening injuries and died at the scene.Another victim, a 26-year-old man, was taken to the hospital with serious injuries.An autopsy for the victim is scheduled for Thursday.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened Wednesday, August 1.It happened around 5:30 p.m. near 19th and Fond du Lac Avenue.According to police, a 24-year-old man suffered life-threatening injuries and died at the scene.Another victim, a 26-year-old man, was taken to the hospital with serious injuries.An autopsy for the victim is scheduled for Thursday.
Police: Pedestrian struck by vehicle near 26th & Atkinson; suspect in custody
MILWAUKEE -- A pedestrian is in the hospital after being struck by a vehicle Tuesday night, July 31.It happened just before 9 p.m. near 26th and Atkinson.Milwaukee Police initially responded to a shots fired call near the area but when they arrived, officers were told that a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle.
MILWAUKEE -- A pedestrian is in the hospital after being struck by a vehicle Tuesday night, July 31.It happened just before 9 p.m. near 26th and Atkinson.Milwaukee Police initially responded to a shots fired call near the area but when they arrived, officers were told that a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle.
Ways you can help in the wake of Officer Michael Michalski's passing
MILWAUKEE -- There are multiple ways you can offer your help in the wake of Officer Michael Michalski's passing.The Milwaukee Police Department has created a GoFundMe page for Officer Michael Michalski’s family.Anyone wishing to make a donation may do so at any Tri City National Bank, or you can send any donations to the address below:
MILWAUKEE -- There are multiple ways you can offer your help in the wake of Officer Michael Michalski's passing.The Milwaukee Police Department has created a GoFundMe page for Officer Michael Michalski’s family.Anyone wishing to make a donation may do so at any Tri City National Bank, or you can send any donations to the address below:
'He was so gentle:' Family, friends of homicide victim say he suffered from mental illness
MILWAUKEE -- Two days after a deadly shooting on Milwaukee's north side, the victim's friends say there is another side to the story.
MILWAUKEE -- Two days after a deadly shooting on Milwaukee's north side, the victim's friends say there is another side to the story.
'He was somehow connected to everyone:' Thousands expected to honor fallen Officer Michael Michalski
MILWAUKEE -- Fallen Milwaukee Police Officer Michael Michalski's funeral is set for Wednesday, Aug. 1 There are signs the loss will be felt deeply by thousands.
MILWAUKEE -- Fallen Milwaukee Police Officer Michael Michalski's funeral is set for Wednesday, Aug. 1 There are signs the loss will be felt deeply by thousands.
Neighbors shaken by shooting of 8-year-old boy in Milwaukee; 'It doesn't make sense'
MILWAUKEE -- An 8-year-old boy was walking down the sidewalk when he was struck by gunfire.
MILWAUKEE -- An 8-year-old boy was walking down the sidewalk when he was struck by gunfire.
Watch: Surveillance video shows altercation that led to homicide at Milwaukee convenience store
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened late Sunday night, July 29.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened late Sunday night, July 29.
Facebook finds 'sophisticated' efforts to disrupt elections
NEW YORK — Facebook says it has uncovered "sophisticated" efforts, possibly linked to Russia, to influence U.S. politics on its platforms.The company says it removed 32 accounts from Facebook and Instagram because they were involved in "coordinated" behavior and appeared to be fake.The company says it doesn't know who is behind the efforts, but said there are may be connections to Russia.
NEW YORK — Facebook says it has uncovered "sophisticated" efforts, possibly linked to Russia, to influence U.S. politics on its platforms.The company says it removed 32 accounts from Facebook and Instagram because they were involved in "coordinated" behavior and appeared to be fake.The company says it doesn't know who is behind the efforts, but said there are may be connections to Russia.
'It's really devastating:' Large crowd attends community vigil honoring fallen MPD officer
MILWAUKEE -- A large crowd gathered Monday evening, July 30 to remember fallen Milwaukee Police Officer Michael Michalski, who died after he was shot while checking on a wanted suspect near 28th and Wright on Wednesday, July 25.
MILWAUKEE -- A large crowd gathered Monday evening, July 30 to remember fallen Milwaukee Police Officer Michael Michalski, who died after he was shot while checking on a wanted suspect near 28th and Wright on Wednesday, July 25.
'Chairs were thrown and everything:' Bar time scuffle at Pizza Shuttle caught on camera; manager hurt
MILWAUKEE -- A scuffle at Pizza Shuttle was caught on camera -- and the fight sent a manager to the hospital.
MILWAUKEE -- A scuffle at Pizza Shuttle was caught on camera -- and the fight sent a manager to the hospital.
'Absolutely unacceptable:' Sheriff's officials investigate graffiti at Greenfield Park as hate speech
WEST ALLIS -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office are investigating graffiti discovered at Greenfield Park as hate speech.According to a news release from sheriff's officials, on Saturday night, July 28, around 10:30 p.m., a deputy on patrol responded to a call from the park, located near 124th and Lincoln in West Allis, regarding criminal damage to property.
WEST ALLIS -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office are investigating graffiti discovered at Greenfield Park as hate speech.According to a news release from sheriff's officials, on Saturday night, July 28, around 10:30 p.m., a deputy on patrol responded to a call from the park, located near 124th and Lincoln in West Allis, regarding criminal damage to property.
Acting Milwaukee County sheriff denies advising domestic violence victims to submit to their spouses
MILWAUKEE -- Acting Milwaukee County Sheriff Richard Schmidt is flatly denying claims that he told domestic violence victims to submit to their spouses.A group of activists who are supporting Schmidt's rival, Earnell Lucas, in the Democratic primary made the assertion on Monday, July 30.
MILWAUKEE -- Acting Milwaukee County Sheriff Richard Schmidt is flatly denying claims that he told domestic violence victims to submit to their spouses.A group of activists who are supporting Schmidt's rival, Earnell Lucas, in the Democratic primary made the assertion on Monday, July 30.
Sources: Dice rolling game led to double shooting at 26th and Atkinson
MILWAUKEE -- Sources tell FOX6 News a dice rolling contest led to a double shooting Monday afternoon, July 30 near 26th and Atkinson.We're told a total of 17 shots were exchanged around 3 p.m.The victims, two men, ages 28 and 22, were taken to the hospital for treatment of injuries not believed to be life-threatening.
MILWAUKEE -- Sources tell FOX6 News a dice rolling contest led to a double shooting Monday afternoon, July 30 near 26th and Atkinson.We're told a total of 17 shots were exchanged around 3 p.m.The victims, two men, ages 28 and 22, were taken to the hospital for treatment of injuries not believed to be life-threatening.
Harley-Davidson rebels with an electric motorcycle
MILWAUKEE — Smaller bikes, electric engines, online sales and urban storefronts, Harley-Davidson, we hardly knew you.The American motorcycle company, facing dwindling sales in its home market, said Monday that it will roll out some new products and stores to broaden its audience and invigorate sales.Harley, known for its car-alarm triggering engine rumble, will roll out an electric motorcycle called LiveWire next year, with no clutch and no gears.
MILWAUKEE — Smaller bikes, electric engines, online sales and urban storefronts, Harley-Davidson, we hardly knew you.The American motorcycle company, facing dwindling sales in its home market, said Monday that it will roll out some new products and stores to broaden its audience and invigorate sales.Harley, known for its car-alarm triggering engine rumble, will roll out an electric motorcycle called LiveWire next year, with no clutch and no gears.
Police: Man, 20, shot while attempting to purchase vehicle near 51st and Congress
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say a man, 20, was shot and wounded while attempting to purchase a vehicle near 51st and Congress Monday morning, July 30.Police said it happened around 10:45 a.m.In addition to shooting the man, the suspect was able to get away with his vehicle.The victim suffered injuries not believed to be life-threatening and was taken tot he hospital.The investigation is ongoing, and police are seeking a suspect.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say a man, 20, was shot and wounded while attempting to purchase a vehicle near 51st and Congress Monday morning, July 30.Police said it happened around 10:45 a.m.In addition to shooting the man, the suspect was able to get away with his vehicle.The victim suffered injuries not believed to be life-threatening and was taken tot he hospital.The investigation is ongoing, and police are seeking a suspect.
Police: 15-year-old shot when mother's handgun fell from holster
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say a 15-year-old girl was shot and wounded Monday afternoon, July 30 when her mother's handgun fell from its holster.It happened around noon near Burleigh and Holton.Police said the 41-year-old woman was also struck by gunfire when she attempted to catch the handgun.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say a 15-year-old girl was shot and wounded Monday afternoon, July 30 when her mother's handgun fell from its holster.It happened around noon near Burleigh and Holton.Police said the 41-year-old woman was also struck by gunfire when she attempted to catch the handgun.
Man doing work on home near 11th and Clarke escapes fire that spread to 2nd, empty home
MILWAUKEE -- Firefighters on Monday morning, July 30 battled a two-alarm fire near 11th and Clarke on Milwaukee's north side.
MILWAUKEE -- Firefighters on Monday morning, July 30 battled a two-alarm fire near 11th and Clarke on Milwaukee's north side.
Drivers with minor passengers arrested for OWI after separate freeway crashes Sunday night
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County sheriff's officials said two drivers were arrested for OWI after separate freeway crashes Sunday night, July 29 -- and both had minor passengers.The arrests were part of MCSO's weekly "Operation Drive Sober" initiative, which began at 4 p.m. Friday, July 27 and continued through 6 a.m. Monday, July 30.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County sheriff's officials said two drivers were arrested for OWI after separate freeway crashes Sunday night, July 29 -- and both had minor passengers.The arrests were part of MCSO's weekly "Operation Drive Sober" initiative, which began at 4 p.m. Friday, July 27 and continued through 6 a.m. Monday, July 30.