Milwaukee 911 review after delayed response to attack on 99-year-old
The City of Milwaukee Department of Emergency Communications (DEC) is reviewing the handling of an emergency call involving a 99-year-old Milwaukee resident who was attacked in their home. Despite 911 calls made by a third party, emergency crews were not dispatched to the home until hours later.
The City of Milwaukee Department of Emergency Communications (DEC) is reviewing the handling of an emergency call involving a 99-year-old Milwaukee resident who was attacked in their home. Despite 911 calls made by a third party, emergency crews were not dispatched to the home until hours later.
Milwaukee Weather: Warmer Thursday, rain to end the week
Clear skies and comfortable overnight. Temperatures settling in the low 60s by sunrise. Mostly sunny and warm on Thursday. Wildfire smoke will return to our skies as well. Highs in the upper 80s with dew points in the low 60s. Showers and non-severe t-storms return on Friday afternoon into Friday night. Highs in the upper 70s on Friday. Lingering rain showers are possible on Saturday with highs in the mid-70s.
Clear skies and comfortable overnight. Temperatures settling in the low 60s by sunrise. Mostly sunny and warm on Thursday. Wildfire smoke will return to our skies as well. Highs in the upper 80s with dew points in the low 60s. Showers and non-severe t-storms return on Friday afternoon into Friday night. Highs in the upper 70s on Friday. Lingering rain showers are possible on Saturday with highs in the mid-70s.
Milwaukee 911 review after delayed response to attack on 99-year-old
The City of Milwaukee Department of Emergency Communications (DEC) is reviewing the handling of an emergency call involving a 99-year-old Milwaukee resident who was attacked in their home.
The City of Milwaukee Department of Emergency Communications (DEC) is reviewing the handling of an emergency call involving a 99-year-old Milwaukee resident who was attacked in their home.
New Milwaukee Crime Lab opens, accredited and processing evidence
The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) has a new Milwaukee Crime Lab.
The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) has a new Milwaukee Crime Lab.
New Milwaukee Crime Lab opens, processing evidence
The Wisconsin Department of Justice on Wednesday announced that the Division of Forensic Sciences’ (DFS) new Milwaukee Crime Lab has achieved accreditation and is now fully open for processing evidence. The lab replaces the former lab located at South 11th Street in Milwaukee.
The Wisconsin Department of Justice on Wednesday announced that the Division of Forensic Sciences’ (DFS) new Milwaukee Crime Lab has achieved accreditation and is now fully open for processing evidence. The lab replaces the former lab located at South 11th Street in Milwaukee.
Milwaukee water fluoride reduction due to supply chain issues
Due to national supply chain constraints impacting fluoride treatment additives, Milwaukee Water Works will temporarily reduce the amount of fluoride added to drinking water.
Due to national supply chain constraints impacting fluoride treatment additives, Milwaukee Water Works will temporarily reduce the amount of fluoride added to drinking water.
Milwaukee water to temporarily have less fluoride; here's why
Due to national supply chain constraints affecting fluoride treatment additives, Milwaukee Water Works will temporarily reduce the amount of fluoride added to drinking water. The City of Milwaukee Health Department is working with Milwaukee Water Works to provide residents with public health information throughout this temporary adjustment. The water remains safe to drink and continues to meet water quality standards. This temporary adjustment is related only to the availability of fluoride treatment additives and does not affect the overall safety or quality of Milwaukee’s drinking water.
Due to national supply chain constraints affecting fluoride treatment additives, Milwaukee Water Works will temporarily reduce the amount of fluoride added to drinking water. The City of Milwaukee Health Department is working with Milwaukee Water Works to provide residents with public health information throughout this temporary adjustment. The water remains safe to drink and continues to meet water quality standards. This temporary adjustment is related only to the availability of fluoride treatment additives and does not affect the overall safety or quality of Milwaukee’s drinking water.
Bodycam video: Tony Romo OWI arrest in Milwaukee
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was arrested for OWI, first offense, in Milwaukee on Thursday, July 23. Now, the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office released body camera video of the incident.
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was arrested for OWI, first offense, in Milwaukee on Thursday, July 23. Now, the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office released body camera video of the incident.
Tony Romo OWI arrest in Milwaukee, bodycam video released
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was arrested for OWI, first offense, in Milwaukee on Thursday, July 23. Five days later, the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office released body camera video of the incident.
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was arrested for OWI, first offense, in Milwaukee on Thursday, July 23. Five days later, the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office released body camera video of the incident.
Milwaukee Weather: Full moon tonight
High pressure is taking hold and that means clear skies and great visibility for the Full "Buck" Moon in the southern sky overnight. Temperatures dropping into the 60s. Mostly sunny and warmer on Wednesday. Low humidity levels. Highs in the low-to-mid 80s inland, upper 70s near the lake.
High pressure is taking hold and that means clear skies and great visibility for the Full "Buck" Moon in the southern sky overnight. Temperatures dropping into the 60s. Mostly sunny and warmer on Wednesday. Low humidity levels. Highs in the low-to-mid 80s inland, upper 70s near the lake.
Milwaukee MMSD permit faces opposition from local nonprofit
The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District is looking to renew its permit with the Department of Natural Resources. But a local nonprofit is saying, "not so fast."
The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District is looking to renew its permit with the Department of Natural Resources. But a local nonprofit is saying, "not so fast."
MMSD wants permit renewal, Common Ground wants audit first
"Not so fast." That's what a Milwaukee non-profit is saying as the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) tries to renew its permit with the DNR. On Tuesday, July 28, the DNR held a public hearing on the matter.
"Not so fast." That's what a Milwaukee non-profit is saying as the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) tries to renew its permit with the DNR. On Tuesday, July 28, the DNR held a public hearing on the matter.
Repeated child sexual assault, trafficking; Milwaukee man sentenced
A Milwaukee man convicted of repeatedly sexually assaulting two girls for years will spend the rest of his life in prison.
A Milwaukee man convicted of repeatedly sexually assaulting two girls for years will spend the rest of his life in prison.
Milwaukee fatal pedestrian crash; 11th and Mitchell, driver remained on scene
A pedestrian died Monday night, July 27, after being struck by a vehicle in Milwaukee.
A pedestrian died Monday night, July 27, after being struck by a vehicle in Milwaukee.
Milwaukee Weather: Stray evening storm, less humid Tuesday
An isolated t-storm is possible through midnight. Otherwise mostly clear. Temperatures will drop into the 60s by sunrise. Mostly sunny, cooler and less humid. High around 80 inland, mid-70s near the lake with a northeast wind. Mostly sunny and quiet on Wednesday with highs in the low-to-mid 80s. The heat/humidity will return on Thursday with a heat index of 93.
An isolated t-storm is possible through midnight. Otherwise mostly clear. Temperatures will drop into the 60s by sunrise. Mostly sunny, cooler and less humid. High around 80 inland, mid-70s near the lake with a northeast wind. Mostly sunny and quiet on Wednesday with highs in the low-to-mid 80s. The heat/humidity will return on Thursday with a heat index of 93.
Milwaukee infant death 'suspicious,' 22-year-old woman arrested
Milwaukee police are investigating the death of an infant on Monday, July 27, and have arrested a woman in connection to that death.
Milwaukee police are investigating the death of an infant on Monday, July 27, and have arrested a woman in connection to that death.
Milwaukee girl abducted, family finding path forward
A Virginia man is in custody, charged in connection to the 2022 abduction of a Milwaukee girl. The victim's family is now finding a path forward.
A Virginia man is in custody, charged in connection to the 2022 abduction of a Milwaukee girl. The victim's family is now finding a path forward.
Milwaukee girl abducted, family finding path forward
A Virginia man is in custody, charged in connection to the 2022 abduction of a Milwaukee girl. The victim's family is now finding a path forward.
A Virginia man is in custody, charged in connection to the 2022 abduction of a Milwaukee girl. The victim's family is now finding a path forward.
Wisconsin's Most Wanted: Darnell Morton turns himself in
U.S. Marshals are looking for Darnell Morton, a lifetime registered sex offender convicted of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl.
U.S. Marshals are looking for Darnell Morton, a lifetime registered sex offender convicted of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl.
Milwaukee mall parking lot shooting, man sentenced
A Milwaukee man has been sentenced to prison for his role in what prosecutors described as a "wild-west style" shootout that killed two people.
A Milwaukee man has been sentenced to prison for his role in what prosecutors described as a "wild-west style" shootout that killed two people.