Next Act Theatre presents: Swing State
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It's hard to know who your friends are in a world that's more divided than ever! That's where Next Act Theatre comes in. Two of the major players in the production of "Swing State" joined FOX6 WakeUp in studio to share more.

Experience plenty of fun at Ice Bear Fest
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From live music to a costume contest, it's going to be a fun throwback to the 80s at Ice Bear Fest at Third Space Brewing. Andy Gehl shares more.

Ice Bear Fest
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Its time to grab some friends, dress up like you're going to hit the slopes in the 1980s, and then head down to Third Space Brewing for the Ice Bear Fest. Andy Gehl joined FOX6 WakeUp live with everything you need to know.

Ice Bear Fest at Third Space Brewing brings back the 80s vibe

Milwaukee's famous 1980s après ski dance party is back for 2026! Third Space Brewing is hosting Ice Bear Fest from noon to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31.

Ice Cold Bear Fest
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Its time to grab some friends, dress up like your going to hit the slopes in the 1980s, and then head down to Third Space Brewing for the Ice Bear Fest. Andy Gehl joined FOX6 WakeUp live with everything you need to know.

Milwaukee Weather - More 20s ahead, light snow Sunday night

Clear skies tonight with temperatures dropping into the single digits. Sun to start Sunday then increasing clouds with temperatures reaching into the middle 20s.

Milwaukee shooting: Man sentenced for killing boy, wounding others

A Milwaukee man has been sentenced to prison for a 2023 shooting that killed a 15-year-old boy and wounded five other people.

Adam Procell, Milwaukee violence prevention leader, stepping down

Adam Procell, Milwaukee’s violence prevention head, is resigning after only five months on the job because of what he said is a legal technicality.

WI Center District report suggests building 650-room hotel
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We are getting a first look into the future of downtown Milwaukee, specifically the Wisconsin Center District (WCD). However, new improvements could mean losing a popular city landmark.

Dept. of Community Wellness and Safety director resigning
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Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson announced on Friday that Community Wellness and Safety Director Adam Procell will resign, as his prior homicide conviction legally disqualifies him from holding a department head position.

Wisconsin Center District report suggests building 650-room hotel

We are getting a first look into the future of downtown Milwaukee, specifically the Wisconsin Center District (WCD). However, new improvements could mean losing a popular city landmark.

Wisconsin Center District CEO Marty Brooks' future uncertain

FOX6 News has learned that the Wisconsin Center District (WCD) board is considering the future of CEO Marty Brooks.

Milwaukee Weather: Snow ending lakeside, warming this weekend

Drying out this evening after a messy, lake-effect snow day. Temperatures fall into the single digits with wind chills just below 0.

Milwaukee man guilty of forging threat against Trump to get witness deported

A jury found a Milwaukee man guilty Thursday of forging threats against President Donald Trump in an attempt to get the victim in a robbery case against him deported.

2026 Milwaukee St. Patrick's Day parade returns on Saturday, March 14

The 58th Shamrock Club of Wisconsin St. Patrick’s Day Parade makes its return to downtown Milwaukee on Saturday, March 14, 2026.

Open Record: Turning Up The Heat
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As Milwaukeeans endure the coldest week of the year, one of the city's most prominent landlords is coming under fire. On this week's episode of Open Record, FOX6's Christina Van Zelst makes her podcast debut to talk with Carl Deffenbaugh and Bryan Polcyn about tenants without heat, bursting water pipes and concerns about a lack of response from Berrada Properties.