National Flip Flop Day
May 29 is National Flip Flop Day. Andy Sajdak from Stan's Fit For Your Feet shares the history behind the popular footwear and what's trending for sandals season.
'Eric'; Gino at the Movies
The new limited series 'Eric' hits Netflix on Thursday. Gino Salomone speaks stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Gaby Hoffman.
Flavorful Landscapes; Tips for growing fruits and vegetables
Gardening expert Melinda Myers shares tips on growing ornamental fruits and vegetables.
Milwaukee shooting: 3-year-old seriously hurt, father charged
A Milwaukee man is accused of child neglect after a 3-year-old boy was shot and seriously wounded on May 16. It happened near 76th and Carmen.
Police squads stolen, Milwaukee man reaches deferred prosecution deal
A Milwaukee man accused of stealing two police squads – one from Milwaukee, the other from Shorewood – reached a deferred prosecution agreement.
Sojourner Family Peace Center; 'Be the Light' gala helps survivors
Carmen Pitre, president and CEO of Sojourner, joined the WakeUp team to talk about the upcoming “Be the Light" Gala, which raises money that helps survivors build lives free from abuse.
Milwaukee homicide, police chase; Chicago men now charged
Four Chicago men are now charged in connection to a Milwaukee homicide and high-speed police chase that ended downtown.
Milwaukee Rec Arts & Humanities Showcase celebrates work of young people
Milwaukee Rec is inviting you to celebrate the work of young people and community partners at the Partnership for the Arts & Humanities Showcase.
Milwaukee Rec Arts & Humanities Showcase
Milwaukee Rec is inviting you to celebrate the work of young people and community partners at the Partnership for the Arts & Humanities Showcase at the historic Turner Hall in downtown Milwaukee on Thursday, May 30.
Aurora Pavilion at Summerfest; Milwaukee World Festival offers sneak peek
Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. and Aurora Health Care officially launched the new Aurora Pavilion stage – and announced details of a new health and wellness fest on Sept. 8.
Milwaukee shooting; 1 wounded near 76th and Marion
Milwaukee police say a 33-year-old was wounded after a shooting near 76th and Marion on the city's northwest side early Wednesday, May 29.
SDC’s abrupt closure; nonprofit to process hundreds of tax returns
It’s been one month since the Social Development Commission abruptly shut down operations and laid off staff. The SDC’s closure is impacting hundreds of people who filed taxes through the agency.
Milwaukee Public Schools budget proposal; public gives feedback
The Milwaukee Public Schools-proposed nearly $1.5 billion budget will move to a final vote.
Milwaukee July 3rd lakefront fireworks canceled; business impacted
Milwaukee's July 3rd lakefront firework show cancelation is sparking problems with a nearby business.
Wisconsin severe thunderstorms, flooding Tuesday
The National Weather Service issued severe thunderstorm and flash flood warnings for parts of southeast Wisconsin on Tuesday night, May 28.
Milwaukee transgender woman killed, Clayton Hubbird pleads guilty
A Milwaukee man pleaded guilty in the 2022 death of a transgender woman on Tuesday, May 28. Regina "Mya" Allen was shot and killed near 26th and Wells.
Milwaukee missing teenage girl, infant found safe
Milwaukee police said Kamila and Kyree Stewart have been located and are safe.
Milwaukee shootings Tuesday; 3 injured, 1 with life-threatening injuries
Three people are injured, one with life-threatening injuries, after different shootings in Milwaukee on Tuesday, May 28.
Milwaukee's Riverwest Co-op to remain open for business
The Riverwest Co-op will remain open for business thanks to community support and the Greater Milwaukee Foundation.
RNC 2024: Milwaukee event spaces face boom-or-bust scenario
Downtown Milwaukee event spaces are faced with a boom-or-bust scenario with the 2024 Republican National Convention less than two months away.