Man suffers life-threatening injuries in shooting near 38th and Burleigh

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police said a man was shot and seriously wounded near 38th and Burleigh Thursday afternoon, Aug. 2.It happened around 2 p.m.The victim is a 40-year-old man who sustained life-threatening injuries.MPD is seeking suspects and investigating the circumstances surrounding this shooting.

Recognize this guy? Milwaukee police seek help to ID armed robbery suspect

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police need your help to identify suspect wanted in an armed robbery that happened near 76th and Howard on Sunday, July 29.Officials say around 3:15 p.m. Sunday, the suspect displayed a black firearm at a business, removed items from shelves, advised the clerk not to say anything and fled the scene.The suspect is described as a male, black with a thin build, 19-20 years old, 6’1”-6’2”, with a dark skin complexion and a deep voice.

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.

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.

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.

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:

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.

'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.

'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.

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.

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.

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.