Milwaukee adds 50 police officers; US Department of Justice funding

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson signed on Wednesday, Nov. 30 a resolution formally authorizing the addition of fifty officers to the city's police department.

Disney CEO Bob Iger says company’s hiring freeze will remain in place

Bob Iger fielded questions from Disney employees during a private town hall event Monday and discussed multiple issues facing the company.

Thanksgiving keeps firefighters on their toes: 'Be careful'

Thanksgiving keeps firefighters on their toes. The National Fire Protection Association says the holiday is by far the leading day for home cooking fires.

37 Milwaukee firefighters graduate from Training Academy

Thirty-seven new Milwaukee firefighters graduated from the Training Academy Wednesday after 16 weeks preparing for their new role.

37 Milwaukee firefighters graduate from Training Academy
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Thirty-seven new Milwaukee firefighters graduated from the Training Academy Wednesday after 16 weeks preparing for their new role.

New Milwaukee police recruitment effort; aims for 30% female officers by 2030

Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman and Mayor Cavalier Johnson announce the opening of police recruitment and Milwaukee Police Department’s commitment to diversify the department.

Milwaukee police recruitment effort underway
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Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman, Mayor Cavalier Johnson, and Fire and Police Commission Executive Director Leon Todd announce the opening of police recruitment and MPD?s commitment to a new initiative to diversify the police department.

Baby pulled from Milwaukee fire dies
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A baby was pulled from a Milwaukee fire near 84th and Mill and rushed to Children's Wisconsin Sunday afternoon, where the child sadly died.

Milwaukee County Jail death, Armor Correctional fined $175K

Armor Correctional Health Services, Inc. has been fined $175,000 for the 2016 Milwaukee County Jail death of Terrill Thomas, court records show.

Starbucks Red Cup Day 2022: How to get a free reusable cup

On Nov. 17, Starbucks is giving away free reusable red cups at participating U.S. stores. Here’s how to snag one.

Starbucks workers strike at more than 100 US stores

The walkouts on Thursday coincide with Starbucks’ annual Red Cup Day, which workers say is often one of the busiest days of the year.

Milwaukee police lose track of homicide suspect Vincent King

A Milwaukee man is accused of driving 59 mph over the speed limit before crashing into and killing a grandfather. He's never made a court appearance. That's because Milwaukee police say they don't know where he is.

Amazon begins mass layoffs among its corporate workforce

Amazon has begun mass layoffs in its corporate ranks, becoming the latest tech company to trim its workforce amid rising fears about the wider economic environment.

We Energies Cookie Book; drive-thru giveaway Thursday

We Energies will be holding their last Cookie Book drive-thru giveaway Thursday, Nov. 17, at the Waukesha County Expo Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Walt Disney World annual passes are getting more expensive, but new passes still not on sale

The prices for Walt Disney World's annual passes are going up, though those wanting to purchase a new pass – and not renewing one – will still have to wait to buy one.