Open Record: Ripoff Romeo on Trial

A man accused of kidnapping a 79-year-old woman finally goes to trial after four years of delays. This week on Open Record, FOX6's Carl Deffenbaugh and Bryan Polcyn chronicle Timothy Olson's troubling history of preying on women.

Open Record: Ripoff Romeo on Trial
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A man accused of kidnapping a 79-year-old woman finally goes to trial after four years of delays. This week on Open Record, FOX6's Carl Deffenbaugh and Bryan Polcyn chronicle Timothy Olson's troubling history of preying on women. 

The Rock noise: Two music festivals approved despite complaints

The Rock Sports Complex in Franklin is at the center of yet another sound controversy. It comes after the Franklin Common Council on Tuesday night approved two music festivals at the complex.

Milwaukee kidnapping; Timothy Olson sentenced
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A Milwaukee County judge sentenced Timothy Olson, the man once dubbed the "Ripoff Romeo," on Tuesday, March 17 to 33 years in prison plus nine months in jail and 24 years of extended supervision. 

Franklin house fire on S. Scepter Drive; several cats rescued

The Franklin Fire Department is investigating the cause of a house fire on S. Scepter Drive on Thursday morning, March 5.

2023 Franklin stabbing; man pleads guilty to mayhem charge

A Franklin man accused of stabbing a person back in October 2023 pleaded guilty to one charge of felony mayhem.

Taking financial literacy global, Milwaukee-area teens lead the charge

It’s not a homework assignment. It’s not even a class project. But most days after school, you’ll find three friends hard at work talking about finances.

WI primary election; incumbents top Oak Creek-Franklin school board results

In Wisconsin’s spring primary held Tuesday, Feb. 17, incumbents Sheryl Cerniglia and Mark Verhalen led the Oak Creek-Franklin School Board race as four candidates advanced to the April election for two seats.

Franklin theft of memory care patient; Oak Creek man accused
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Bryant Moss, an employee at Franklin Place Memory Care, is accused of stealing a phone, jewelry, and credit cards from a resident at the facility.

Franklin theft of memory care patient; Oak Creek man accused

A 52-year-old Oak Creek man is accused of stealing from a patient at a Franklin memory care facility where he worked.

Franklin hit-and-run crash; police seek fleeing vehicle, driver

Franklin police are asking for the public's help to track down a hit-and-run driver that struck two vehicles on Thursday evening, Feb. 5.

The Drifting Sip at the Winter Market
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Get a tasty drink at the Drifting Sip at the re:Craft & Relic Winter Market in Franklin. Taylor Crook joined FOX6 WakeUp to share more.

Happy Accidents By Lex at the Winter Market
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Alexis joined FOX6 WakeUp live from the re:Craft & Relic Winter Market to showcase her artwork.

Wisconsin Bee Company at the Winter Market
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Shaun Keating joined FOX6 WakeUp live from the re:Craft & Relic Winter Market to show us what he is selling at the market today.

re:Craft & Relic returns with the Winter Market in Franklin

Enjoy a day of shopping at the largest market of its kind in Southeastern Wisconsin with over 160 booths, live music, food trucks, and mobile boutiques.

re:Craft and Relic Winter Market
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The re:Craft & Relic Winter Market is one of the largest in southeast Wisconsin and offers a wide variety of items for sale like handmade goods, home decor, apparel, and more. Sue Smith joined FOX6 WakeUp live from the Milwaukee County Sports Complex with everything you need to know about the event.

Ascension Wisconsin expanding its 'Dispensary of Hope' program

Ascension Wisconsin held a ribbon-cutting celebration at Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital – Franklin on Wednesday, Jan. 28 to mark the expansion of the “Dispensary of Hope" program to this location.