"It's all about building relationships:" Kids 'Shop with a Cop' at annual event
MILWAUKEE -- Dozens of children joined the men and women in blue for some holiday shopping on Saturday, December 9th.The annual "Shop with a Cop" event started with a breakfast at the Intercontinental Hotel in downtown Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- Dozens of children joined the men and women in blue for some holiday shopping on Saturday, December 9th.The annual "Shop with a Cop" event started with a breakfast at the Intercontinental Hotel in downtown Milwaukee.
Milwaukee police: 27-year-old man shot multiple times near 27th and Atkinson
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating after a man was shot multiple times near 27th and Atkinson Friday night, December 8th.The call to authorities came in around 9:20 p.m.PHOTO GALLERYAccording to the Milwaukee Police Department, the 27-year-old victim was shot in the chest and the leg.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating after a man was shot multiple times near 27th and Atkinson Friday night, December 8th.The call to authorities came in around 9:20 p.m.PHOTO GALLERYAccording to the Milwaukee Police Department, the 27-year-old victim was shot in the chest and the leg.
MPD officers shot at while serving high-risk search warrant near 26th and Nash
MILWAUKEE -- Officers with Milwaukee Police Department's Tactical Enforcement Unit were shot at while serving a high-risk search warrant near 26th and Nash Friday evening, December 8th.According to Milwaukee police, the high-risk search warrant for illegal handguns and drugs was executed around 6:15 p.m. Police say while in the process of entering the residence, a person inside fired a shot at them.
MILWAUKEE -- Officers with Milwaukee Police Department's Tactical Enforcement Unit were shot at while serving a high-risk search warrant near 26th and Nash Friday evening, December 8th.According to Milwaukee police, the high-risk search warrant for illegal handguns and drugs was executed around 6:15 p.m. Police say while in the process of entering the residence, a person inside fired a shot at them.
Ex-Milwaukee cop weighs plea offer in sexual assault case
MILWAUKEE — Attorneys are weighing a plea deal in the sexual assault case of a former Milwaukee police officer acquitted in a fatal shooting that sparked riots in the city.Prosecutors and Dominique Heaggan-Brown's attorney did not discuss details of the plea offer during a hearing Friday.
MILWAUKEE — Attorneys are weighing a plea deal in the sexual assault case of a former Milwaukee police officer acquitted in a fatal shooting that sparked riots in the city.Prosecutors and Dominique Heaggan-Brown's attorney did not discuss details of the plea offer during a hearing Friday.
Eau Claire lawsuit could impact Foxconn, other developments
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Justice's solicitor general is warning a lawsuit challenging an economic development project in Eau Claire could "imperil" the $10 billion Foxconn complex in Racine County and other ventures in the state.The state wants in intervene in the lawsuit filed on behalf of some Eau Claire taxpayers who say the city abused Wisconsin's tax incremental financing law that includes cash payments to a private developer or company.The State Journal says the lawsuit brought by the conservative Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty on behalf of the taxpayers is currently before the state Supreme Court.Solicitor General Misha Tseytlin says that if the court were to side with the plaintiffs, it "would imperil numerous projects critical to Wisconsin's economic growth, including the Village of Mount Pleasant's recent agreement with Foxconn Technology Group." That project includes $100 million in cash incentives.
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Justice's solicitor general is warning a lawsuit challenging an economic development project in Eau Claire could "imperil" the $10 billion Foxconn complex in Racine County and other ventures in the state.The state wants in intervene in the lawsuit filed on behalf of some Eau Claire taxpayers who say the city abused Wisconsin's tax incremental financing law that includes cash payments to a private developer or company.The State Journal says the lawsuit brought by the conservative Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty on behalf of the taxpayers is currently before the state Supreme Court.Solicitor General Misha Tseytlin says that if the court were to side with the plaintiffs, it "would imperil numerous projects critical to Wisconsin's economic growth, including the Village of Mount Pleasant's recent agreement with Foxconn Technology Group." That project includes $100 million in cash incentives.
Police: Shooting victim dies at hospital after gunfire near 81st and Thurston
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a homicide near 81st and Thurston.It happened Thursday afternoon, December 7th around 2:00 p.m.The victim, identified as 18-year-old Tyler Rivas, died at the hospital after suffering serious injuries.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a homicide near 81st and Thurston.It happened Thursday afternoon, December 7th around 2:00 p.m.The victim, identified as 18-year-old Tyler Rivas, died at the hospital after suffering serious injuries.
Starbucks debuts latest crazy creation: The Christmas Tree Frappuccino
As soon as stores roll out those red cups, you know Starbucks is in the mood for Christmas and social media strangely lights up with seasonal spirit, too.From a zombie themed drink creation and a beverage inspired by unicorns, the coffee giant is finding new ways to capture customers' attention.This month, it's the Christmas Tree Frappuccino.
As soon as stores roll out those red cups, you know Starbucks is in the mood for Christmas and social media strangely lights up with seasonal spirit, too.From a zombie themed drink creation and a beverage inspired by unicorns, the coffee giant is finding new ways to capture customers' attention.This month, it's the Christmas Tree Frappuccino.
MFD rescues 4 people from burning home near Bremen and Keefe
MILWAUKEE -- Four people needed to be rescued from a burning home on Bremen Street near Keefe Avenue Thursday evening, December 7th.According to the Milwaukee Fire Department, the fire was on the second floor of the home -- trapping people inside.
MILWAUKEE -- Four people needed to be rescued from a burning home on Bremen Street near Keefe Avenue Thursday evening, December 7th.According to the Milwaukee Fire Department, the fire was on the second floor of the home -- trapping people inside.
Red Cross assisting 7 people following house fire on Milwaukee's south side
MILWAUKEE -- The Red Cross is assisting seven people following a three-unit house fire Thursday night, December 7th on the city's south side.It happened near 25th and Greenfield around 11:00 p.m.
MILWAUKEE -- The Red Cross is assisting seven people following a three-unit house fire Thursday night, December 7th on the city's south side.It happened near 25th and Greenfield around 11:00 p.m.
Police: Andrew Tyler, 71-year-old crossing guard struck by hit-and-run driver has passed away
MILWAUKEE -- Andrew Tyler, a Milwaukee crossing guard struck by a hit-and-run driver on November 10th has died, police said Thursday, December 7th.
MILWAUKEE -- Andrew Tyler, a Milwaukee crossing guard struck by a hit-and-run driver on November 10th has died, police said Thursday, December 7th.
MFD acting lieutenant accused of making racist comments to co-worker, touching her inappropriately
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee Fire Department "acting lieutenant" has been formally charged with second degree sexual assault/use of force.
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee Fire Department "acting lieutenant" has been formally charged with second degree sexual assault/use of force.
Racine police looking to track down man involved in JoJo's Quick Market shooting
RACINE -- Racine police are looking to track down an armed and dangerous man involved in a shooting that happened at JoJo's Quick Market on Wednesday, November 22nd.
RACINE -- Racine police are looking to track down an armed and dangerous man involved in a shooting that happened at JoJo's Quick Market on Wednesday, November 22nd.
Driver runs red light; woman suffers life-threatening injuries in crash at 12th and Walnut
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a serious crash that happened on Wednesday, December 6th near 12th and Walnut -- which left a woman with life-threatening injuries.It happened around 1:30 p.m.Police say a Chevy Malibu failed to stop for a traffic signal and caused the crash involving multiple vehicles.The driver fled the scene.The driver of another vehicle involved the crash, a 22-year old Milwaukee woman, was taken to the hospital where she continues to receive treatment for life-threatening injuries.MPD’s investigation is ongoing and a known suspect is being sought.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a serious crash that happened on Wednesday, December 6th near 12th and Walnut -- which left a woman with life-threatening injuries.It happened around 1:30 p.m.Police say a Chevy Malibu failed to stop for a traffic signal and caused the crash involving multiple vehicles.The driver fled the scene.The driver of another vehicle involved the crash, a 22-year old Milwaukee woman, was taken to the hospital where she continues to receive treatment for life-threatening injuries.MPD’s investigation is ongoing and a known suspect is being sought.
16 years in prison for man indicted in carjacking of 73-year-old woman
MILWAUKEE -- A man federally indicted in a case in which two vehicles were stolen from a 73-year-old woman has been sentenced to prison.Broderick Moore was found guilty by a jury on two charges: motor vehicle robbery and brandishing a firearm in relation to a crime of violence.He was sentenced on November 30th -- ordered to serve 16 years in prison and five years supervised release.
MILWAUKEE -- A man federally indicted in a case in which two vehicles were stolen from a 73-year-old woman has been sentenced to prison.Broderick Moore was found guilty by a jury on two charges: motor vehicle robbery and brandishing a firearm in relation to a crime of violence.He was sentenced on November 30th -- ordered to serve 16 years in prison and five years supervised release.
Caught on camera: Police look to ID 2 suspects in crime spree on Milwaukee's south side
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are asking for your help identifying two suspects wanted in connection with a December 6th crime at the Citgo Gas Station at 12th and Lincoln.Officials say the victim, a 39-year-old woman, walked into the gas station around 6:00 a.m. An altercation ensued and the male suspect pointed a gun at the victim.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are asking for your help identifying two suspects wanted in connection with a December 6th crime at the Citgo Gas Station at 12th and Lincoln.Officials say the victim, a 39-year-old woman, walked into the gas station around 6:00 a.m. An altercation ensued and the male suspect pointed a gun at the victim.
Milwaukee Fire Dept. mourns passing of Kristin Ciganek, firefighter who battled cancer
MILWAUKEE -- Kristin Ciganek, a Milwaukee firefighter who battled colon cancer, has passed away.
MILWAUKEE -- Kristin Ciganek, a Milwaukee firefighter who battled colon cancer, has passed away.
Milwaukee police board loses appeal in ex-officer's firing
MILWAUKEE — The Wisconsin Court of Appeals says a Milwaukee police board lost its ability to sustain the firing of an officer who assaulted a handcuffed suspect because it failed to hold a timely trial.The ruling Wednesday affirms a circuit court's conclusion.Rodolfo Gomez Jr.
MILWAUKEE — The Wisconsin Court of Appeals says a Milwaukee police board lost its ability to sustain the firing of an officer who assaulted a handcuffed suspect because it failed to hold a timely trial.The ruling Wednesday affirms a circuit court's conclusion.Rodolfo Gomez Jr.