Volunteers craft symbolic flowers for annual Alzheimer's walk
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- More than 5 million American's are living with Alzheimer's -- it's a disease that every 67 seconds someone develops.Folks in Southeastern Wisconsin are working to find a cure through the 20th annual Walk to End Alzheimer's -- and some local kids are stepping up to brighten the future of those effected.Ten little hands working together to make 3,500 flowers."It's really fun to work with your classmates and also people who you might not see every day.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- More than 5 million American's are living with Alzheimer's -- it's a disease that every 67 seconds someone develops.Folks in Southeastern Wisconsin are working to find a cure through the 20th annual Walk to End Alzheimer's -- and some local kids are stepping up to brighten the future of those effected.Ten little hands working together to make 3,500 flowers."It's really fun to work with your classmates and also people who you might not see every day.
Police called out to Kmart store in Wauwatosa for second bomb threat in as many days
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Wauwatosa police were called out to the Kmart store on Mayfair Road again Thursday, October 2nd for a bomb threat.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Wauwatosa police were called out to the Kmart store on Mayfair Road again Thursday, October 2nd for a bomb threat.
What are those green things painted on North Ave. in Wauwatosa?
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Drive through the heart of Wauwatosa and you'll notice something new -- and bright green!
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Drive through the heart of Wauwatosa and you'll notice something new -- and bright green!
Police: Bomb threat called into Kmart store on Mayfair Road
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Wauwatosa police tell FOX6 News a bomb threat was called into the Kmart store on Mayfair Road on Wednesday, October 1st.We're told the phone call came in shortly after 6:00 p.m.Law enforcement officials have deemed the threat isn't credible -- but the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office's K-9 unit was called to the scene.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Wauwatosa police tell FOX6 News a bomb threat was called into the Kmart store on Mayfair Road on Wednesday, October 1st.We're told the phone call came in shortly after 6:00 p.m.Law enforcement officials have deemed the threat isn't credible -- but the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office's K-9 unit was called to the scene.
Motorcyclist killed when bike, pickup truck collide near 67th and North Avenue in Wauwatosa
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A motorcyclist was killed on Monday afternoon, September 29th in a crash involving a pickup truck that occurred near 67th and North Avenue in Wauwatosa.Police say the motorcycle was headed eastbound on North Avenue and the pickup truck was headed northbound on N. 67th Street.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A motorcyclist was killed on Monday afternoon, September 29th in a crash involving a pickup truck that occurred near 67th and North Avenue in Wauwatosa.Police say the motorcycle was headed eastbound on North Avenue and the pickup truck was headed northbound on N. 67th Street.
Annual festival in Wauwatosa continues to grow
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Tosafest 2014 continues Wauwatosa's 38 year tradition of music, food, and family fun to celebrate the historic village and community spirit on September 5th through the 6th.There is something for everyone at this year's Tosafest -- and every year it grows."We have a much larger kids area with lots of rides and activities, and we put the stage all the way at the far end of a large parking lot so it gives the people the sense of space, I think it's a great addition," said Wauwatosa Mayor, Kathy Ehley.But tradition has kept this fest going."This has been a long standing tradition for the last 38 years," said Taste of Tosa Organizer, John Raisler.The Taste of Tosa is a cupcake and chilli tasting competition."This year, we're looking at 14 cupcakes across the whole bar and about 7 chilli's this year.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Tosafest 2014 continues Wauwatosa's 38 year tradition of music, food, and family fun to celebrate the historic village and community spirit on September 5th through the 6th.There is something for everyone at this year's Tosafest -- and every year it grows."We have a much larger kids area with lots of rides and activities, and we put the stage all the way at the far end of a large parking lot so it gives the people the sense of space, I think it's a great addition," said Wauwatosa Mayor, Kathy Ehley.But tradition has kept this fest going."This has been a long standing tradition for the last 38 years," said Taste of Tosa Organizer, John Raisler.The Taste of Tosa is a cupcake and chilli tasting competition."This year, we're looking at 14 cupcakes across the whole bar and about 7 chilli's this year.
One dead following three-vehicle crash in Wauwatosa
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Wauwatosa police, fire and EMS responded to a three-vehicle crash near N.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Wauwatosa police, fire and EMS responded to a three-vehicle crash near N.
THE LATEST: Fr. James Dokos pleads not guilty to charge of felony theft
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A former Milwaukee-area priest accused of stealing from his church pleaded not guilty on Tuesday, August 26th to a charge of felony theft.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A former Milwaukee-area priest accused of stealing from his church pleaded not guilty on Tuesday, August 26th to a charge of felony theft.
SUV rolls near 103rd and Burleigh, female driver is injured
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Wauwatosa police say one person was injured in a rollover crash that occurred on Sunday evening, August 24th near 103rd and Burleigh.Police say it appears a woman lost control of her SUV -- which flipped as the woman over-corrected her steering and lost control.The woman suffered a minor injury to her arm, and she was transported to the hospital.Police say the woman was headed westbound on Burleigh, and the accident slowed traffic as crews worked the scene.Police say their investigation into this incident is ongoing.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Wauwatosa police say one person was injured in a rollover crash that occurred on Sunday evening, August 24th near 103rd and Burleigh.Police say it appears a woman lost control of her SUV -- which flipped as the woman over-corrected her steering and lost control.The woman suffered a minor injury to her arm, and she was transported to the hospital.Police say the woman was headed westbound on Burleigh, and the accident slowed traffic as crews worked the scene.Police say their investigation into this incident is ongoing.
Wauwatosa police: Missing 32-year-old Kerry Jochen located, returned home safely
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Wauwatosa police tell FOX6 News 32-year-old Kerry Jochen -- reported missing on Sunday, July 27th in Wauwatosa has been located, and returned home safely.The news that Jochen has been found came from police just before 7:30 p.m. Sunday.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Wauwatosa police tell FOX6 News 32-year-old Kerry Jochen -- reported missing on Sunday, July 27th in Wauwatosa has been located, and returned home safely.The news that Jochen has been found came from police just before 7:30 p.m. Sunday.
Five teenagers in custody: Pursuit ends in Wauwatosa early Wednesday morning
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police on Wednesday morning, June 11th were involved in a vehicle pursuit that ended near N. 106th and W.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police on Wednesday morning, June 11th were involved in a vehicle pursuit that ended near N. 106th and W.
Can you help Wauwatosa police capture a bank robber?
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Wauwatosa police need your help identifying the suspect responsible for a bank robbery at the BMO Harris Bank on W.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Wauwatosa police need your help identifying the suspect responsible for a bank robbery at the BMO Harris Bank on W.
Days Inn in Wauwatosa to house international high school students
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- The Wisconsin International Academy now owns the Days Inn Hotel in Wauwatosa.The group paid more than $2.6 million for the building, which includes the Bluemound Gardens restaurant.It will be turned into a center for foreign students attending local high schools.The renovation will be completed this summer.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- The Wisconsin International Academy now owns the Days Inn Hotel in Wauwatosa.The group paid more than $2.6 million for the building, which includes the Bluemound Gardens restaurant.It will be turned into a center for foreign students attending local high schools.The renovation will be completed this summer.
Mayfair Collection opens to thousands of excited customers
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- The Mayfair Collection kicked off its much-anticipated grand opening in Wauwatosa on Thursday, April 3rd.The cold, wet and downright dreary weather did not dampen the spirits of the thousands of people who ventured there to shop.Sue Binter joined a steady stream of shopping visiting the new collection of shops near Highway 45 and Burleigh."I'm thrilled to see all the cars that are here, all the people that have come," said Binter." "People in Wauwatosa, I think, are very excited to see this."But the Mayfair Collection is not important just for Wauwatosa, it's important to Milwaukee County as well because it'll generate significant sales tax from the stores.FOX6 News has been told 60 percent of the Mayfair Collection's Phase One retailers are up and running.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- The Mayfair Collection kicked off its much-anticipated grand opening in Wauwatosa on Thursday, April 3rd.The cold, wet and downright dreary weather did not dampen the spirits of the thousands of people who ventured there to shop.Sue Binter joined a steady stream of shopping visiting the new collection of shops near Highway 45 and Burleigh."I'm thrilled to see all the cars that are here, all the people that have come," said Binter." "People in Wauwatosa, I think, are very excited to see this."But the Mayfair Collection is not important just for Wauwatosa, it's important to Milwaukee County as well because it'll generate significant sales tax from the stores.FOX6 News has been told 60 percent of the Mayfair Collection's Phase One retailers are up and running.
Body of 57-year-old man discovered in wooded area in Wauwatosa
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office says a "skeletonized body" has been discovered near Underwood Parkway and Bluemound in Wauwatosa.The body, said to be that of a 57-year-old man was discovered on Sunday, March 30th just after 4:00 p.m.According to the Medical Examiner's Office, the body was discovered by a father and son who had been hiking through the wooded area looking for deer antlers.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office says a "skeletonized body" has been discovered near Underwood Parkway and Bluemound in Wauwatosa.The body, said to be that of a 57-year-old man was discovered on Sunday, March 30th just after 4:00 p.m.According to the Medical Examiner's Office, the body was discovered by a father and son who had been hiking through the wooded area looking for deer antlers.
Wauwatosa police seek Subway armed robbery suspect
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Wauwatosa police are asking for the public's help in identifying the suspect responsible for the armed robbery of the Subway restaurant at 67th and North Ave.Police say the armed robbery occurred on Sunday, March 16th.Police say their initial investigation shows an unknown male approached the counter at about 6:30 p.m., displayed a handgun, demanded and obtained money, and fled the scene on foot.The suspect is described as 5'6" to 5'8" with brown hair and a goatee.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Wauwatosa police are asking for the public's help in identifying the suspect responsible for the armed robbery of the Subway restaurant at 67th and North Ave.Police say the armed robbery occurred on Sunday, March 16th.Police say their initial investigation shows an unknown male approached the counter at about 6:30 p.m., displayed a handgun, demanded and obtained money, and fled the scene on foot.The suspect is described as 5'6" to 5'8" with brown hair and a goatee.
Wauwatosa Fire officials say alert neighbor noticed fire, called 911
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Wauwatosa Fire officials say an alert neighbor noticed smoke coming from a home on Palmetto Avenue on Monday morning, March 24th -- and called 911.Responding fire crews observed visible fire and smoke coming from the rear of the building.The fire was under control within about 30 minutes.Fire officials say the fire appears to have started due to smoking materials discarded into an outside trash bin, which quickly extended into the attic.The home is said to have suffered moderate damage.Fire crews were able to rescue the family cat from the home's basement.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- Wauwatosa Fire officials say an alert neighbor noticed smoke coming from a home on Palmetto Avenue on Monday morning, March 24th -- and called 911.Responding fire crews observed visible fire and smoke coming from the rear of the building.The fire was under control within about 30 minutes.Fire officials say the fire appears to have started due to smoking materials discarded into an outside trash bin, which quickly extended into the attic.The home is said to have suffered moderate damage.Fire crews were able to rescue the family cat from the home's basement.
Wauwatosa police need public's help to ID bank robbery suspect
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- The Wauwatosa Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a bank robbery suspect.
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- The Wauwatosa Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a bank robbery suspect.
Prison guard arrested in alleged domestic violence incident
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Sheriff's officials say a state of Wisconsin Department of Corrections prison guard has been arrested.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Sheriff's officials say a state of Wisconsin Department of Corrections prison guard has been arrested.
Pothole problem so bad, road in Wauwatosa is shut down
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- The problem of potholes on a road in Wauwatosa is so bad, officials have shut it down!
WAUWATOSA (WITI) -- The problem of potholes on a road in Wauwatosa is so bad, officials have shut it down!