Some Wisconsin Afghan refugees experience immigration headaches

Help is on the way for Afghans living in Wisconsin, with volunteers sorting boxes and boxes of coats to send to those people who escaped the Taliban. They're not just struggling with a lack of clothes. Some Afghans are also experiencing immigration headaches.

Rebecca Kleefisch positive for COVID despite being vaccinated: campaign

The campaign of Rebecca Kleefisch, who is running for governor of Wisconsin, confirmed to FOX6 News that the former Republican lieutenant governor has tested positive for COVID-19.

France recalls ambassadors to US, Australia over nuclear submarine deal

France has recalled its ambassador to the United States in an unprecedented show of anger that dwarfs decades of previous rifts.

More countries must pledge to avoid 'catastrophic' climate path, UN warns

The head of the United Nations says a new report shows the world is on a “catastrophic pathway” toward a hotter future unless governments make more ambitious pledges to cut greenhouse gas emissions.

Islamic Center of Milwaukee Afghan refugee donations collected
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The need is great, and people across the Milwaukee area are stepping up to help. The Islamic Society of Milwaukee (ISM) is making sure the Afghan refugees living in Wisconsin are clothed.

Team Rubicon sorts Afghan refugee donations in Sparta

Donations are flowing in for Afghan refugees starting a new life in Wisconsin, and for the first time, FOX6 News was allowed inside the Sparta armory where it's all being sorted on Thursday, Sept. 16.

Wisconsin redistricting: Federal court allows case to proceed

A panel of federal judges denied a request by the Republican-controlled Wisconsin legislature to dismiss Democrats' redistricting lawsuit.

New group forms to help Republican Kleefisch win election

A new political action committee headed by a longtime Republican operative has formed to help Rebecca Kleefisch win the governor's race.

First Lady Jill Biden visits Milwaukee
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First Lady Jill Biden visited Milwaukee to speak about safely reopening schools amid the pandemic.

Capitol Police ask for support from National Guard ahead of 'Justice for J6' rally

The United States Capitol Police have asked the Department of Defense for support from the National Guard ahead of the "Justice for J6" rally planned for this weekend.

Milwaukee County emergency rental help prevents nearly 4K evictions

Milwaukee County housing leaders say emergency rental assistance staved off nearly 3,800 evictions in the latest funding round.

DNR board lawsuit: Hunters, legislators can't join, judge says

A Wisconsin judge declined to let Republican legislators and a hunting group join a lawsuit seeking to remove the state Department of Natural Resources policy board’s leader from his post.

Kenosha school board members threatened after mask vote, groups show support
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A coalition of teachers, parents and more in Kenosha say it's time to come together after Kenosha Unified School District School Board members received threats stemming from a vote on masks.

RNC opens Hispanic Community Center in Milwaukee

The Republican National Committee (RNC) and RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel opened its Milwaukee Hispanic Community Center on Tuesday, Sept. 14.

Haitian prosecutor looks to charge prime minister in president's assassination

Haiti's chief prosecutor asked a judge Tuesday to charge Prime Minister Ariel Henry in the slaying of the president and to bar him from leaving the country.

White House press secretary COVID vaccine discussion with FOX6

As the Biden administration works to combat the coronavirus pandemic on all fronts, the White House press secretary spoke with FOX6 News.

Wisconsin election investigation email confuses clerks

Wisconsin election clerks are reacting with a mixture of concern and confusion to the first inquiry made by a special investigator hired to examine how the 2020 presidential election was run.

Wisconsin redistricting case: Gov. Evers wants to intervene

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers asked a federal court to allow him to intervene in a lawsuit filed by fellow Democrats that seeks to have federal courts draw new boundary lines.