Pleasant Prairie backyard chickens issue, statewide controversy

A Pleasant Prairie couple has a court hearing after a neighbor reported their backyard chickens violated the village's ordinance.

Watch: Michigan woman rescues raccoon stuck inside dumpster

The woman attempted using a metal trashcan and a cardboard box to get the raccoon out, but neither option worked.

Milwaukee suspected dogfighting operation; 2 arrests made

Milwaukee police arrested two men after a tip led officers to a duplex where malnourished dogs, filthy conditions and suspected dogfighting equipment were found, and charges will be reviewed by the district attorney.

7 cats found dead in container; West Bend man arrested in animal cruelty case

Police say a West Bend man admitted to dumping eight cats in a sealed container, killing seven, leaving one survivor now in Humane Society care as charges remain pending.

Pause in SNAP benefits; families struggle to feed their pets

The pause in SNAP benefits has a trickle-down effect you may not think about. While families face uncertainty over their next meal, penny-pinching might mean, so does their pet.

Wisconsin Humane Society overcrowding, foster parents needed

The Wisconsin Humane Society needs your help in fostering cats and kittens after an "unprecedented intake" of animals, especially surrendered cats.

Milwaukee students create pet ofrenda for Día de los Muertos

Students from Milwaukee's La Causa Charter School created a pet ofrenda for Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, at the Milwaukee County Zoo.

MADACC overflowing with cats, most adoption fees waived

The Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission (MADACC) is overflowing with cats and is waiving adoption fees in hopes of getting them into new, loving homes.

Milwaukee County Zoo Family Free Day: Saturday, Nov. 1

Milwaukee County Zoo held Family Free Day on Saturday, Nov. 1. FOX6 is a proud sponsor of the event, which is the first Saturday of certain months.

Spooked monkey at Spirit Halloween swings from rafters

Shoppers at a Spirit Halloween store in Texas were shocked to see a live monkey wearing a diaper swinging from the rafters.

Why chocolate is toxic for dogs; vets urge caution during Halloween

Veterinarians warn dog owners: even small amounts of chocolate can be deadly for pets this Halloween. Here’s why and which types are most toxic.

Ridglan Farms sues DATCP over 'preferential treatment' in open records requests

Ridglan Farms, a commercial breeder of beagles for research, is suing the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) over what it calls "preferential treatment" in responding to open records requests.

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center hosting 'Species Spooktacular!'

Head to the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center to learn more about some of nature’s spooky and misunderstood animals.

Criminal charges against man accused of abandoning Trooper the dog during Hurricane Milton dropped

Criminal charges against the suspect who was accused of abandoning Troopers the dog along I-75 during Hurricane Milton evacuations were dropped by the Hillsborough State Attorney's Office. 

Fake support animals? FOX6 Investigators want your story

Some Wisconsin State lawmakers are taking aim at bogus service and support animals. Now, FOX6 Investigators wants to hear from you.