Heat makes Milwaukee-area power outages hard to bear

The combination of no power, extreme heat and no air conditioning made for a miserable Tuesday for thousands in southeast Wisconsin.

Franklin firefighters rescue 5 ducklings from sewer

Franklin Fire & Rescue lived up to its name on Friday morning, June 10 – after rescuing some ducklings from a sewer.

Free beer at Franklin beer garden to celebrate 8th year

The Franklin Beer Garden at Croatian Park is offering free beer until supplies last on Thursday, May 19.

Wisconsin friends help Ukrainian refugees: '3 guys on a mission'
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Jumping into action to help Ukrainian refugees, three friends say they couldn't stand by and watch the war play out overseas. They'll be traveling to Poland with supplies in hand.

Preschoolers help Make-A-Wish Foundation

Preschoolers at the Learning Experience Centers throughout southeastern Wisconsin are learning all about philanthropy.

Assembly Republican Ken Skowronski will not seek reelection

State Rep. Ken Skowronski announced Wednesday that he won't seek reelection this fall, bringing the number of Republicans retiring from the body to 10.

Milwaukee Milkmen home opener on May 13

The Milwaukee Milkmen of the American Association baseball league will kick off their home schedule on May 13.

Franklin Strauss slaughterhouse application wasn't pulled, council says
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A proposed Strauss Brands slaughterhouse in Franklin received public opposition, and it appeared the company planned to scrap the project and sell the land. The Franklin Common Council, taking up the matter Tuesday, says the company never pulled their application.

Franklin Strauss slaughterhouse application wasn't pulled, council says

A proposed Strauss Brands slaughterhouse in Franklin received public opposition, and it appeared the company planned to scrap the project and sell the land. The Franklin Common Council, taking up the matter Tuesday, says the company never pulled their application.

Franklin Strauss slaughterhouse appears dead, land to be sold
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A controversial meat processing plant proposed for Franklin appears to be no more. The company prepared to spend $70 million on the project says it's now looking to sell the land on the city's southwest side.

Franklin Strauss slaughterhouse appears dead, land to be sold, company says

A controversial meat processing plant proposed for Franklin appears to be no more. The company prepared to spend $70 million on the project says it's now looking to sell the land on the city's southwest side.

Winter fun at The Rock in Franklin

Whether you're flying down the mountain on a tub, skis or a snowboard, there is something for everyone at The Rock Snowpark in Franklin.

Wisconsin Republicans introduce police recruiting bills amid staffing challenges

Republican members of the Wisconsin Legislature unveiled a package of bills intended to help recruit new police officers, as some police chiefs say they're having a hard time hiring.

John Madden: Wisconsin reacts to icon's death

NFL icon John Madden died Tuesday at age 85. Sports fans in Wisconsin shared their stories, memories and appreciation.

Christmas Eve pursuit, Chicago men arrested in Franklin

Two Chicago men were arrested on Christmas Eve after leading law enforcement on a pursuit from Racine County into Franklin, officials said.

Franklin police: 3 car thefts in 3 days

The Franklin Police Department reminds residents to take precautions after three cars were stolen in three days, the department said Wednesday.

Silver Alert canceled: Missing Franklin man found safe

A Silver Alert has been canceled for a missing Franklin man. John Delisio, 68, has been found safe.

Dancing Grannies in Franklin parade, honor lives lost in Waukesha

Nearly two weeks after the Waukesha parade attack, the Milwaukee Dancing Grannies returned and marched in the Franklin Christmas parade.