Milwaukee apartment arson; police search for suspect as several displaced

A suspect remains on the run after a Tuesday arson fire displaced dozens of Milwaukee apartment residents, injured seven people and left families uncertain when they can return home.

Police search for suspect in Milwaukee apartment arson
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A suspect remains on the run after a Tuesday arson fire displaced dozens of Milwaukee apartment residents, injured seven people and left families uncertain when they can return home.

Milwaukee Weather: Bitter cold and snow late day

Snow moving through with windy conditions. Steady snow through 2am, then some freezing drizzle. Temperatures in the 20s. Snow for the AM commute on Friday, especially between 5-9am. 1-2" of snow in total, highest amounts NW of Milwaukee. A slow AM commute is likely with snowy/windy conditions.

Milwaukee homicides surge early in 2026, raising domestic violence concerns

Six people have been killed in Milwaukee in the first 15 days of 2026, prompting concern from advocates who say domestic violence may be a factor in several of the cases.

Corey Stingley death: Men plead guilty to murder, sentences deferred

Two men charged with felony murder in the death of 16-year-old Corey Stingley appeared in Milwaukee County court on Thursday.

Questions over pay raises for Milwaukee Mayor, Common Council members

Roughly two years ago, Milwaukee city leaders voted to give their own positions regular pay raises. Now those raises are kicking in, but there are questions about potential lawsuits.

Questions over pay raises for elected Milwaukee officials
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There are questions over the legality of pay raises for Milwaukee city leaders, including Common Council members and the Mayor.

Prevent frozen pipes, meters; Milwaukee Water Works shares tips

Milwaukee Water Works has tips for residents to reduce the risk of frozen pipes and water meters with sustained cold in the forecast.

Milwaukee Walgreens theft, Zyren Stewart sentenced

One of two Milwaukee brothers charged with stealing an estimated $11,000 from Walgreens learned his sentence on Wednesday, Jan. 14.

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center; educational workshops, great programs

Next weekend, grab the kids and head to Schlitz Audubon Nature Center’s annual Hootenanny for a day filled with food, drinks, dancing and even owls.

Mother killed in Milwaukee fatal shooting
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Milwaukee police are investigating a fatal shooting near Appleton and Silver Spring that killed a 29-year-old woman on Wednesday, Jan. 14, as family members called the incident an act of domestic violence.

Leaders urge caution amid Milwaukee dating app crimes
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The Milwaukee Police Department has seen a surge of robberies associated with dating apps, a news release from members of the Milwaukee Common Council said on Wednesday, Jan. 14.

Milwaukee Weather: Cold and windy overnight

Clear, windy and cold overnight. Temperatures dropping through the teens with wind chills between 0 and -5 all night. Partly sunny on Thursday with a blustery high in the low 20s. Daytime wind chills in the single digits. Snow moves in after 6pm and picks up overnight. 1-3" possible (2" or so Milwaukee, higher NW toward Kettle Moraine). Snow showers on Friday and windy with highs in the 30s.

Milwaukee fatal shooting, mother killed Wednesday; police investigating

Milwaukee police are investigating a fatal shooting near Appleton and Silver Spring that killed a 29-year-old woman on Wednesday, Jan. 14, as family members called the incident an act of domestic violence.

Milwaukee apartment arson; lack of sprinklers raises safety questions

Milwaukee police say a fire at a senior apartment complex was intentionally set, displacing residents and injuring one woman, while officials explain why sprinklers were not required.

Children locked in Milwaukee storage unit; Charles Dupriest guilty

A Milwaukee County jury found Charles Dupriest guilty on Wednesday, Jan. 14, in connection to the discovery of six young children locked in a Milwaukee storage unit.

Wisconsin Weather Experts | January 14, 2026
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The Wisconsin Weather Experts at FOX6 News Milwaukee share weather forecast trends and much more.

MCTS bus hits parked vehicles, leaves roadway near medical center

A Milwaukee County Transit System bus hit two parked vehicles, a spokesperson said, and left the roadway on Wednesday morning.

2025 Milwaukee Community Health Assessment released; 5 issues emerge

The Milwaukee Health Department released its 2025 Community Health Assessment. A news release says it is the city’s most comprehensive snapshot of health and well-being.