Last day of 2022 Wisconsin State Fair: 'This is about memories'
Before the Wisconsin State Fair vendors, rides and farmers pack it up for next year, FOX6 found crowds taking advantage of all that's available at the fair, including first-timers eager to try new foods and families who've created traditions at the fair.
Before the Wisconsin State Fair vendors, rides and farmers pack it up for next year, FOX6 found crowds taking advantage of all that's available at the fair, including first-timers eager to try new foods and families who've created traditions at the fair.
Milwaukee man guilty, West Allis hit-and-run
Martin Aurelio Martinez Rodriguez pleaded guilty Wednesday in connection with the January hit-and-run crash that killed Donniesha Harris. He told police he didn't stop at the scene because he "didn't want to answer questions."
Martin Aurelio Martinez Rodriguez pleaded guilty Wednesday in connection with the January hit-and-run crash that killed Donniesha Harris. He told police he didn't stop at the scene because he "didn't want to answer questions."
West Allis mom guilty in 6-year-old's death
Tasha Rockow, a West Allis mother charged in connection with the death of her 6-year-old son pleaded guilty Wednesday. The boy, who lived with his father until his dad passed away, was chronically abused.
Tasha Rockow, a West Allis mother charged in connection with the death of her 6-year-old son pleaded guilty Wednesday. The boy, who lived with his father until his dad passed away, was chronically abused.
Wisconsin State Fair closes Hank Aaron Trail section, cyclists protest
Part of the Hank Aaron State Trail has been closed during the Wisconsin State Fair. Fair officials said it's due to safety concerns, leading to frustration for some who use the trail.
Part of the Hank Aaron State Trail has been closed during the Wisconsin State Fair. Fair officials said it's due to safety concerns, leading to frustration for some who use the trail.
Wisconsin State Fair closes Hank Aaron Trail section, cyclists protest
Part of the Hank Aaron State Trail has been closed during the Wisconsin State Fair. Fair officials said it's due to safety concerns, leading to frustration for some who use the trail.
Part of the Hank Aaron State Trail has been closed during the Wisconsin State Fair. Fair officials said it's due to safety concerns, leading to frustration for some who use the trail.
Wisconsin State Fair fights, 10 disturbances Saturday alone
After a series of fights at the Wisconsin State Fair, organizers are reminding that if you're under 18, you must be with a parent or legal guardian after 6 p.m., and that person must be 21 or older.
After a series of fights at the Wisconsin State Fair, organizers are reminding that if you're under 18, you must be with a parent or legal guardian after 6 p.m., and that person must be 21 or older.
West Allis man found safe, reported missing Saturday
The West Allis Police Department asked the public for help in the search for missing disabled man Willard Andrews.
The West Allis Police Department asked the public for help in the search for missing disabled man Willard Andrews.
Hank Aaron Trail portion closed during run of Wisconsin State Fair
Runners, walkers and bicyclists are disappointed by the closure of a portion of the Hank Aaron State Trail from 76th Street to 84th Street. It is closed during the run of Wisconsin State Fair.
Runners, walkers and bicyclists are disappointed by the closure of a portion of the Hank Aaron State Trail from 76th Street to 84th Street. It is closed during the run of Wisconsin State Fair.
Shots fired near West Allis park; police seek to ID suspect
The West Allis Police Department is asking the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspect involved in a shots fired incident that happened Monday, Aug. 1 at a park.
The West Allis Police Department is asking the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspect involved in a shots fired incident that happened Monday, Aug. 1 at a park.
Wisconsin State Fair opens; transportation, safety changes to know
For the 2022 Wisconsin State Fair, because of driver shortages, the Milwaukee County Transit System isn't running its Freeway Flyers from park and ride lots. The shuttle out of Waukesha County isn't running this year either.
For the 2022 Wisconsin State Fair, because of driver shortages, the Milwaukee County Transit System isn't running its Freeway Flyers from park and ride lots. The shuttle out of Waukesha County isn't running this year either.
2022 Wisconsin State Fair opening ceremony
Officials are taking part in the Wisconsin State Fair opening ceremony for 2022. The fair runs through Aug. 14 -- and officers food, farm animals, fun and more.
Officials are taking part in the Wisconsin State Fair opening ceremony for 2022. The fair runs through Aug. 14 -- and officers food, farm animals, fun and more.
Wisconsin State Fair cream puff volunteers fill staffing gaps
Ahead of the 2022 Wisconsin State Fair, a lot of the prep work went into finding staff, and that's why you'll see some new kiosks on the grounds this year.
Ahead of the 2022 Wisconsin State Fair, a lot of the prep work went into finding staff, and that's why you'll see some new kiosks on the grounds this year.
Wisconsin State Fair cream puff volunteers fill staffing gaps
Ahead of the 2022 Wisconsin State Fair, a lot of the prep work went into finding staff, and that's why you'll see some new kiosks on the grounds this year.
Ahead of the 2022 Wisconsin State Fair, a lot of the prep work went into finding staff, and that's why you'll see some new kiosks on the grounds this year.
Wisconsin State Fair 2022 Sporkies winner: Peño Pretzel Popper Brat
The Wisconsin State Fair announced on Tuesday, Aug. 2 the winner of the 2022 Sporkies competition. And the top prize goes to the Peño Pretzel Popper Brat, presented by Gertrude's Pretzels.
The Wisconsin State Fair announced on Tuesday, Aug. 2 the winner of the 2022 Sporkies competition. And the top prize goes to the Peño Pretzel Popper Brat, presented by Gertrude's Pretzels.
Wisconsin State Fair prep for rides, vendors ahead of Day 1
For Wisconsin State Fair vendors new and old, the days leading up to the start of the fair Thursday, Aug. 4 involve the culmination of months of planning.
For Wisconsin State Fair vendors new and old, the days leading up to the start of the fair Thursday, Aug. 4 involve the culmination of months of planning.
Wisconsin State Fair Giant Slide: Ride free thanks to UWM, here's how
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is giving away free rides on the Wisconsin State Fair Giant Slide. Here's how!
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is giving away free rides on the Wisconsin State Fair Giant Slide. Here's how!
Death investigation underway in West Allis: police
West Allis police are conducting a death investigation of an adult male near 99th and Lincoln Saturday morning, the deputy chief said.
West Allis police are conducting a death investigation of an adult male near 99th and Lincoln Saturday morning, the deputy chief said.
Nathan Hale student tased; women sentenced to probation
The Milwaukee women charged in connection to a Nathan Hale High School incident in which a student was tased have now been sentenced to probation.
The Milwaukee women charged in connection to a Nathan Hale High School incident in which a student was tased have now been sentenced to probation.
72nd and Greenfield homicide: Milwaukee man charged; cash bond $500K
A 25-year-old Milwaukee man is charged with first-degree intentional homicide in connection with a fatal shooting that happened near 72nd and Greenfield in West Allis.
A 25-year-old Milwaukee man is charged with first-degree intentional homicide in connection with a fatal shooting that happened near 72nd and Greenfield in West Allis.
Milwaukee man charged, Navy sailor killed in West Allis protecting friend
Derrick Williams of Milwaukee is charged with first-degree intentional homicide in the shooting death of Phoenix Castanon, 19, near 84th and Becher in May.
Derrick Williams of Milwaukee is charged with first-degree intentional homicide in the shooting death of Phoenix Castanon, 19, near 84th and Becher in May.