MCSO: 17 arrested for OWI over Labor Day holiday weekend; 1 for 3rd offense, 1 with child in car
MILWAUKEE -- Seventeen people were arrested for OWI in Milwaukee County over the Labor Day holiday weekend -- one with a child in her vehicle.According to a news release from the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office, Acting Sheriff Richard Schmidt ordered increased Labor Day weekend "Drive Sober" patrols beginning on Friday, September 1st, through Tuesday, September 5th at 6:00 a.m. The initiative focused on keeping the public safe through increased traffic enforcement.A 29-year-old Milwaukee woman is facing a misdemeanor DUI charge -- first offense with a minor child in the vehicle after she was stopped Sunday, September 3rd on I-43 northbound at Highland in Ozaukee County.
MILWAUKEE -- Seventeen people were arrested for OWI in Milwaukee County over the Labor Day holiday weekend -- one with a child in her vehicle.According to a news release from the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office, Acting Sheriff Richard Schmidt ordered increased Labor Day weekend "Drive Sober" patrols beginning on Friday, September 1st, through Tuesday, September 5th at 6:00 a.m. The initiative focused on keeping the public safe through increased traffic enforcement.A 29-year-old Milwaukee woman is facing a misdemeanor DUI charge -- first offense with a minor child in the vehicle after she was stopped Sunday, September 3rd on I-43 northbound at Highland in Ozaukee County.
17-year-old girl shot, seriously hurt near 21st and Atkinson
MILWAUKEE -- Police say a 17-year-old girl was shot while inside a vehicle near 21st and Atkinson.It happened around 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 5th.The victim was seriously hurt, and she was taken to the hospital for treatment.The investigation is ongoing and MPD continues to seek suspects and to determine the circumstances surrounding this shooting.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates.
MILWAUKEE -- Police say a 17-year-old girl was shot while inside a vehicle near 21st and Atkinson.It happened around 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 5th.The victim was seriously hurt, and she was taken to the hospital for treatment.The investigation is ongoing and MPD continues to seek suspects and to determine the circumstances surrounding this shooting.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates.
MPD: 1 hurt following multi-vehicle crash near 35th and Auer
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police responded to a multi-vehicle crash near 35th and Auer Streets Tuesday afternoon, September 5th.The crash happened around 2:00 p.m.Police say at least one person was transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.PHOTO GALLERYThe investigation is ongoing.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police responded to a multi-vehicle crash near 35th and Auer Streets Tuesday afternoon, September 5th.The crash happened around 2:00 p.m.Police say at least one person was transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.PHOTO GALLERYThe investigation is ongoing.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates.
"Public safety is my priority:" Acting Sheriff outlines transition at Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office
MILWAUKEE -- Acting Milwaukee County Sheriff Richard Schmidt held a news conference on Tuesday afternoon, September 5th to outline the transition taking place at the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office (MCSO).
MILWAUKEE -- Acting Milwaukee County Sheriff Richard Schmidt held a news conference on Tuesday afternoon, September 5th to outline the transition taking place at the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office (MCSO).
Someone reportedly rifled through homicide victim's pockets after triple shooting: "Horrific thing"
MILWAUKEE -- One person was killed and two others were hurt in a shooting late Monday night, September 4th at a gas station on Milwaukee's north side.
MILWAUKEE -- One person was killed and two others were hurt in a shooting late Monday night, September 4th at a gas station on Milwaukee's north side.
Police seek driver after stolen vehicle slammed into tree near Highland and Lite Lane
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are seeking a suspect after a stolen vehicle crashed near Highland Boulevard and Lite Lane on September 1st.It happened shortly before 9:00 p.m.Police said a white Nissan Maxima, reported stolen from South Milwaukee, crashed into a tree.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are seeking a suspect after a stolen vehicle crashed near Highland Boulevard and Lite Lane on September 1st.It happened shortly before 9:00 p.m.Police said a white Nissan Maxima, reported stolen from South Milwaukee, crashed into a tree.
Police: 21-year-old man dropped off at hospital after shooting dies from injuries
MILWAUKEE -- A 21-year-old man died after he was shot on September 1st, police said.The victim, identified as Dante Quezaire Jr., died on September 2nd.Police continue to investigate where the shooting took place, as Quezaire Jr.
MILWAUKEE -- A 21-year-old man died after he was shot on September 1st, police said.The victim, identified as Dante Quezaire Jr., died on September 2nd.Police continue to investigate where the shooting took place, as Quezaire Jr.
Video: Milwaukee police seek 4 suspects after armed robbery at Amstar gas station
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are seeking four suspects wanted in connection with an armed robbery that happened Monday, September 4th at the Amstar gas station -- located near Fond du Lac and Sherman.According to police, the suspects entered the gas station around 8:50 a.m. and began to take merchandise off the shelves while one of the suspects held the door that the clerk was trying to escape from.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are seeking four suspects wanted in connection with an armed robbery that happened Monday, September 4th at the Amstar gas station -- located near Fond du Lac and Sherman.According to police, the suspects entered the gas station around 8:50 a.m. and began to take merchandise off the shelves while one of the suspects held the door that the clerk was trying to escape from.
Police: 47-year-old man shot, injured during argument; known suspect sought
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened Monday night, September 4th on the city's north side.It happened around 10:00 p.m. near 45th and Hampton.The victim, a 47-year-old Milwaukee man, suffered non-life threatening gunshot wounds during an argument.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened Monday night, September 4th on the city's north side.It happened around 10:00 p.m. near 45th and Hampton.The victim, a 47-year-old Milwaukee man, suffered non-life threatening gunshot wounds during an argument.
Most popular seasonal drink of all time: Pumpkin Spice Latte returns to Starbucks September 5th
MILWAUKEE -- You can get your Pumpkin Spice Latte from Starbucks beginning Tuesday, September 5th while supplies last!The popular drink officially returned to Starbucks stores nationwide September 5th.A fan favorite since Starbucks first introduced PSL in 2003, the handcrafted beverage is made with real pumpkin, espresso, perfectly steamed milk and fall spices including cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and clove.More than 350 million Starbucks PSL’s have been sold over the past 14 years, according to Starbucks officials.
MILWAUKEE -- You can get your Pumpkin Spice Latte from Starbucks beginning Tuesday, September 5th while supplies last!The popular drink officially returned to Starbucks stores nationwide September 5th.A fan favorite since Starbucks first introduced PSL in 2003, the handcrafted beverage is made with real pumpkin, espresso, perfectly steamed milk and fall spices including cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and clove.More than 350 million Starbucks PSL’s have been sold over the past 14 years, according to Starbucks officials.
Family says man killed by police was legally blind; he fired into the air to break up fight
MILWAUKEE -- Investigators from outside the city were on Milwaukee's north side Monday, September 4th looking into a deadly officer-involved shooting that happened Sunday night near 39th and Congress.
MILWAUKEE -- Investigators from outside the city were on Milwaukee's north side Monday, September 4th looking into a deadly officer-involved shooting that happened Sunday night near 39th and Congress.
Milwaukee Co. Sheriff's Office: Young boy found wandering alone ID'd by family member
MILWAUKEE -- A family member contacted the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office regarding the identity of a young boy found wandering alone at McGovern Park on Sunday evening, September 3rd.Deputies responded to the park around 8:30 p.m. Sunday.
MILWAUKEE -- A family member contacted the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office regarding the identity of a young boy found wandering alone at McGovern Park on Sunday evening, September 3rd.Deputies responded to the park around 8:30 p.m. Sunday.
Convicted felon shot, killed by police during fight in street
MILWAUKEE -- A 37-year-old man who police describe as a convicted felon was shot and killed in an officer-involved shooting Sunday night, September 3rd near 39th and Congress.
MILWAUKEE -- A 37-year-old man who police describe as a convicted felon was shot and killed in an officer-involved shooting Sunday night, September 3rd near 39th and Congress.
Police: 14-year-old boy shot twice, once in each knee, near 24th and Melvina
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened late Sunday night, September 3rd.It happened around 11:30 p.m. near 24th Place and Melvina Street.According to police, a 14-year-old boy was shot twice -- once in each knee.No arrests have been made.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened late Sunday night, September 3rd.It happened around 11:30 p.m. near 24th Place and Melvina Street.According to police, a 14-year-old boy was shot twice -- once in each knee.No arrests have been made.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
Family remembers young man killed in crash on I-43: "We make bad decisions from time to time"
MILWAUKEE -- A 26-year-old Milwaukee man was killed when the vehicle he was driving landed in a ditch on I-43, and authorities say speed may have been a factor in the crash.
MILWAUKEE -- A 26-year-old Milwaukee man was killed when the vehicle he was driving landed in a ditch on I-43, and authorities say speed may have been a factor in the crash.
COP House program: 3 aldermen suggest rehabbing vacant homes for officers to live in
MILWAUKEE -- Three Milwaukee aldermen have come up with an idea they say would improve public safety, and it involves refurbishing vacant homes that police officers would then live in.This initiative is called the "Community Oriented Policing House," or COP House and was announced Friday, September 1st by Alderman Tony Zielinski, Alderman Russell Stamper II and Alderman Bob Donovan.According to a press release, the idea was first brought to Alderman Zielinski by Mike Crivello, the president of the Milwaukee Police Association, and a similar program is being utilized in Racine.The aldermen said in the release this program "will reduce crime incidences and police call volumes."Here's how it'll work:A vacant city-owned home will be renovated with the help of community partners.
MILWAUKEE -- Three Milwaukee aldermen have come up with an idea they say would improve public safety, and it involves refurbishing vacant homes that police officers would then live in.This initiative is called the "Community Oriented Policing House," or COP House and was announced Friday, September 1st by Alderman Tony Zielinski, Alderman Russell Stamper II and Alderman Bob Donovan.According to a press release, the idea was first brought to Alderman Zielinski by Mike Crivello, the president of the Milwaukee Police Association, and a similar program is being utilized in Racine.The aldermen said in the release this program "will reduce crime incidences and police call volumes."Here's how it'll work:A vacant city-owned home will be renovated with the help of community partners.
"Don't want to lose a life:" MFD officials stress knowing your ability before getting near the water
MILWAUKEE -- Labor Day weekend attracted crowds along Milwaukee's lakefront, and officials with the Milwaukee Fire Department were on hand to make sure it was both a fun and safe holiday.Summers by the lake go quickly, so it stands to reason this Labor Day weekend might have been someone's first time in the water."Somebody who didn't know how to swim got pulled out from the undertow," Lt.
MILWAUKEE -- Labor Day weekend attracted crowds along Milwaukee's lakefront, and officials with the Milwaukee Fire Department were on hand to make sure it was both a fun and safe holiday.Summers by the lake go quickly, so it stands to reason this Labor Day weekend might have been someone's first time in the water."Somebody who didn't know how to swim got pulled out from the undertow," Lt.
36-year-old seriously injured following shooting on city's west side
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating after a 36-year-old man was shot on Milwaukee's west side early Sunday, September 3rd.It happened around 2:00 a.m. near 40th and Meinecke.Officials said the 36-year-old Milwaukee man was shot by a known suspect, a 39-year-old Milwaukee man following an argument.The victim was taken a the hospital for his serious injuries.MPD continues to seek the known suspect.PHOTO GALLERYMonitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating after a 36-year-old man was shot on Milwaukee's west side early Sunday, September 3rd.It happened around 2:00 a.m. near 40th and Meinecke.Officials said the 36-year-old Milwaukee man was shot by a known suspect, a 39-year-old Milwaukee man following an argument.The victim was taken a the hospital for his serious injuries.MPD continues to seek the known suspect.PHOTO GALLERYMonitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
Harley-Davidson enthusiasts test ride new 2018 models at Milwaukee Rally
MILWAUKEE -- It was a celebration of one of Wisconsin's most iconic brands.
MILWAUKEE -- It was a celebration of one of Wisconsin's most iconic brands.