Most popular cat and dog names of 2025
When it comes to our furry friends, there are endless choices when it comes to cat and dog names. The team at Rover.com has released their annual report of top cat and dog names.
Milwaukee apartment building fire; 60th and Cold Spring
Firefighters on Thursday morning, Dec. 25 responded to the scene of an apartment fire near 60th and Cold Spring in Milwaukee.
Powerball ticket sold in Arkansas wins $1.817 billion jackpot
Someone who bought a lottery ticket in Arkansas will most likely have a very memorable Christmas Day, as that ticket won the $1.8 billion Powerball jackpot during the drawing on Christmas Eve.
Milwaukee Weather: Cloudy Christmas, rain arrives overnight
Southern Wisconsin stays mild through the end of the week, with rain likely across the entire area tonight into early Friday.
Candy Cane Lane celebrates 40 years of fundraising
Candy Cane Lane is wrapping up its 40th season in West Allis, welcoming families to several decorated homes while raising millions of dollars to support childhood cancer research.
Candy Cane Lane in West Allis celebrates 40 years of fundraising
Candy Cane Lane is wrapping up its 40th season in West Allis, welcoming families to several decorated homes while raising millions of dollars to support childhood cancer research.
Fond du Lac dog attack, shots fired under investigation
Fond du Lac police said a man fired multiple shots after dogs attacked him on Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 24.
Holiday spending climbs as Milwaukee shoppers balance costs, giving
Holiday spending is climbing toward record levels as Milwaukee shoppers balance higher prices with support for local businesses, while retailers report brisk sales and analysts project spending to top $1 trillion.
Christmas Eve services in Milwaukee keep families connected
At Milwaukee's Eastbrook Church, people came together to celebrate faith through connection on Christmas Eve.
Milwaukee shootings Wednesday; 3 wounded
Three people were wounded in different, unrelated Milwaukee shootings on Wednesday, Dec. 24.
Watertown fatal hit-and-run, man accused of driving drunk
A Watertown man is accused of driving drunk when he fatally struck a pedestrian and fled the scene on Sunday, Dec. 21.
Silver Alert canceled, Milwaukee man found safe
The Milwaukee Police Department sought the public's assistance in locating a critically missing man.
Missing Nebraska mother found dead after more than a year; Homicide case opened
Nebraska authorities have found the remains of Jerica Hamre, a Lincoln mother who had been missing for more than a year, on a rural farm.
Wisconsin DNR: Tips to reduce, reuse, recycle holiday waste
The Wisconsin DNR has tips and reminders to help families save money, reduce waste and keep recycling and trash workers safe through the holidays.
Nebraska man killed in McDonald’s drive-thru 'freak accident'
A 69-year-old man died after being pinned between his vehicle and a building in the drive-thru lane of a McDonald’s, according to authorities.
Caledonia fatal crash, man dead after colliding with semi cab
A man died in a Caledonia crash late Tuesday night, Dec. 23. It happened at Northwestern and Carol, just east of I-41.
Milwaukee police investigate battery incident near Brady and Arlington
Milwaukee police are investigating a battery that occurred on Monday, Dec. 22 near Arlington Place and Brady Street.
Milwaukee Public Market: One-stop-shop last-minute gift needs
The Milwaukee Public Market is known as one of the best markets in the country, and it's also the perfect one-stop-shop for last-minute gifts.
Santa Tracker: Watch NORAD track Santa Claus and his reindeer as they deliver gifts around the world
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) team is all systems go to track Santa Claus as he and his reindeer deliver gifts around the world.
Milwaukee shooting Tuesday; 2 wounded near 25th and Capitol
A shooting in Milwaukee on Tuesday, Dec. 23 left two people wounded.