Ex-Milwaukee City Attorney Tearman Spencer faces new bail jumping charge
There is a new twist in the legal saga of former Milwaukee City Attorney Tearman Spencer. He was already facing felony charges. Now, weeks before his trial, Spencer is accused of bail jumping.
There is a new twist in the legal saga of former Milwaukee City Attorney Tearman Spencer. He was already facing felony charges. Now, weeks before his trial, Spencer is accused of bail jumping.
Milwaukee County Zoo mourns Chinese alligator Yin, resident since 1995
Milwaukee County Zoo said Yin, a nearly 41-year-old Chinese alligator who arrived in 1995, was euthanized earlier this month after months of mobility issues and treatment for a spinal lesion.
Milwaukee County Zoo said Yin, a nearly 41-year-old Chinese alligator who arrived in 1995, was euthanized earlier this month after months of mobility issues and treatment for a spinal lesion.
Marquette students killed in crash, lacrosse teammate now charged
Two Marquette University student-athletes were killed in a crash last September. Now, one of their former lacrosse teammates is charged.
Two Marquette University student-athletes were killed in a crash last September. Now, one of their former lacrosse teammates is charged.
Milwaukee hit-and-run; pedestrian killed, man charged
A Milwaukee man is accused of hitting Marshall Hill with his car, killing him, before fleeing the scene near Hopkins and Silver Spring last week.
A Milwaukee man is accused of hitting Marshall Hill with his car, killing him, before fleeing the scene near Hopkins and Silver Spring last week.
Milwaukee shooting Monday; teen wounded near Brady and Cambridge
Milwaukee police said a 17-year-old was shot and wounded on Monday night, May 18.
Milwaukee police said a 17-year-old was shot and wounded on Monday night, May 18.
MPS budget plan advances without changes amid $46M deficit debate
The MPS board committee advanced Superintendent Brenda Cassellius’ $1.6 billion budget without changes Tuesday night as the district works to close a $46 million deficit.
The MPS board committee advanced Superintendent Brenda Cassellius’ $1.6 billion budget without changes Tuesday night as the district works to close a $46 million deficit.
Milwaukee officers respond to 2 scenes near lakefront Monday night
Milwaukee police and Milwaukee County sheriff’s deputies arrested a reckless driver Monday evening after an incident involving a large SUV at Veterans Park; they also responded to a fatal motorcycle crash nearby.
Milwaukee police and Milwaukee County sheriff’s deputies arrested a reckless driver Monday evening after an incident involving a large SUV at Veterans Park; they also responded to a fatal motorcycle crash nearby.
Milwaukee teens discuss takeovers, summer safety at listening session
Milwaukee teens discussed takeovers, youth safety and summer resources Monday during a Peace Week listening session with city and community leaders at the Neu-Life center.
Milwaukee teens discussed takeovers, youth safety and summer resources Monday during a Peace Week listening session with city and community leaders at the Neu-Life center.
Veterans Park arrest; Milwaukee police stop reckless SUV driver
Milwaukee police and Milwaukee County sheriff’s deputies arrested a reckless driver Monday evening, May 18, after an incident involving a large SUV at Veterans Park.
Milwaukee police and Milwaukee County sheriff’s deputies arrested a reckless driver Monday evening, May 18, after an incident involving a large SUV at Veterans Park.
Milwaukee Weather: Late night storms into Tuesday morning
T-Storms possible overnight between 12am-4am. A few could be strong with gusty winds, hail and heavy rain. Temperatures will drop into the 60s. A few t-storms possible on Tuesday through 3pm, although they will remain fairly widely scattered. Windy with a midday high in the low 70s, dropping later in the day.
T-Storms possible overnight between 12am-4am. A few could be strong with gusty winds, hail and heavy rain. Temperatures will drop into the 60s. A few t-storms possible on Tuesday through 3pm, although they will remain fairly widely scattered. Windy with a midday high in the low 70s, dropping later in the day.
Fatal Milwaukee motorcycle crash shuts down eastbound I-794 lanes
A motorcyclist died Monday night after crashing into a wall on I-794 near the Lake Interchange and going over the barrier, closing eastbound lanes at Van Buren Street for about two hours.
A motorcyclist died Monday night after crashing into a wall on I-794 near the Lake Interchange and going over the barrier, closing eastbound lanes at Van Buren Street for about two hours.
Milwaukee police presence at 11th and Ring
The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office has been dispatched to a residence near 11th and Ring on Monday, May 18. There is a significant police presence in the neighborhood.
The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office has been dispatched to a residence near 11th and Ring on Monday, May 18. There is a significant police presence in the neighborhood.
Milwaukee domestic violence incident ends with suspect dead
Milwaukee police said a domestic violence-related incident near 11th and Ring ended when officers found an armed suspect dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound on Monday, May 18.
Milwaukee police said a domestic violence-related incident near 11th and Ring ended when officers found an armed suspect dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound on Monday, May 18.
Summerfest, Aurora Health Care hosting 'Rock On to Wellness'
Summerfest and Aurora Health Care are welcoming the community to Rock On to Wellness, a free workout event on Saturday, June 13 at Urban Park.
Summerfest and Aurora Health Care are welcoming the community to Rock On to Wellness, a free workout event on Saturday, June 13 at Urban Park.
2026 Famous Racing Sausages 5K & 10K Run/Walk set for July 11
Join us for the Famous Racing Sausages 5K & 10K Run/Walk on Saturday, July 11 at American Family Field.
Join us for the Famous Racing Sausages 5K & 10K Run/Walk on Saturday, July 11 at American Family Field.
Milwaukee police investigating battery in parking garage
Milwaukee police are investigating a battery that occurred in the MacArthur Square parking garage on Monday morning, May 18.
Milwaukee police are investigating a battery that occurred in the MacArthur Square parking garage on Monday morning, May 18.
2026 Summerfest: Lineup of experiences, activities, and events
Summerfest is unveiling the lineup of experiences, interactive activities, and events for fans throughout the three weekends of Summerfest.
Summerfest is unveiling the lineup of experiences, interactive activities, and events for fans throughout the three weekends of Summerfest.
Southeast Wisconsin weather: Strong to severe storms into Tuesday
Several days of strong to severe storms are possible early this week. The Storm Prediction Center has put southeastern Wisconsin under a risk level each day.
Several days of strong to severe storms are possible early this week. The Storm Prediction Center has put southeastern Wisconsin under a risk level each day.
Milwaukee Memorial Day tribute; volunteers place flags at Veterans Park
We're just a week away from Memorial Day and volunteers are already doing their part to honor fallen service members across Southeast Wisconsin.
We're just a week away from Memorial Day and volunteers are already doing their part to honor fallen service members across Southeast Wisconsin.
Milwaukee stabbing near 14th and Orchard; 1 injured
One person was taken to the hospital after Milwaukee fire crews responded to a report of a stabbing Sunday night, May 17.
One person was taken to the hospital after Milwaukee fire crews responded to a report of a stabbing Sunday night, May 17.