Artist-led partner painting at The New Fashioned
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Valentine's Day is almost here and Bars & Rec is giving couples a chance to create a painting that symbolizes their unity, collaboration, and love. Mark Rhomberg joined FOX6 WakeUp live from The New Fashioned to tell us more about their Valentine's Day weekend experience.

Milwaukee Admirals fall to Rockford IceHogs; 3-1

The Milwaukee Admirals outshot the Icehogs 28-19 but couldn’t generate enough momentum to complete a comeback, falling 3-1 to the Rockford IceHogs on Saturday night, Feb. 7 at Panther Arena.

National Marquette Day; university's efforts to keep students safe
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For the 34th annual National Marquette Day, the university increased law enforcement presence and stationed ambulances on campus to prevent the medical emergencies seen in 2025.

Jen's Sweet Treats in Cudahy closing for good; 'This is not goodbye'

The owner of Jen's Sweet Treats in Cudahy announced on Saturday, Feb. 7 that after 11-and-a-half years, she will be closing the bakery at the end of May.

National Marquette Day; university's efforts to keep students safe

If you passed through downtown Milwaukee on Saturday, Feb. 7, you may have seen more than a few people sporting blue and gold. That is because it was National Marquette Day.

Marquette knocks off Butler at Fiserv Forum, 70-55

The Marquette Golden Eagles knocked off the Butler Bulldogs at Fiserv Forum on National Marquette Day, Feb. 7. The final was 70-55.

Milwaukee Public Schools: Budget priorities revealed by district

Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius proposed on Friday, Feb. 6, the district’s priorities for the 2026–27 budget.

Milwaukee fatal shooting; Samuel Dickerson sentenced to life in prison

On Friday, Samuel Dickerson was sentenced to life in prison for a fatal March 2025 shooting near Holton and Center in Milwaukee.

Milwaukee Police Department facial recognition technology banned

The Milwaukee Police Department announced on Friday, Feb. 6, that it will voluntarily issue a ban on the use of any and all facial recognition technology (FRT) use for the department.

Metro Market Black History Month kickoff with Chef Imani Graham

Joining FOX6 WakeUp in studio is Chef Imani Graham with his show-stopping black-eyed peas skillet that you can find later today at the Metro Market on State Street in Milwaukee.

Metro Market Black History Month kickoff
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Black History Month is about legacy and today, that legacy is on the plate. Joining FOX6 WakeUp in studio is Chef Imani Graham with his show-stopping black-eyed peas skillet that you can find later today at the Metro Market on State Street in Milwaukee.

J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue exotic pet surrender event in Milwaukee

J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue is hosting an exotic pet surrender event on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kosciuszko Community Center.

Exotic pet surrender event in Milwaukee
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This event isn't for cats or dog, it's for exotic pets. We're talking about the exotic pet surrender event happening in Milwaukee. Joining FOX6 WakeUp in studio is event coordinator Macy Wolke-Yohr.

Milwaukee Weather - Mostly sunny Saturday, snow returns tonight

Cold Saturday morning with wind chills below zero. Mostly sunny start to the weekend with increasing clouds during the afternoon. Highs in the low 20s.

MPD facial recognition technology banned
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The Milwaukee Police Department announced on Friday, Feb. 6, that it will voluntarily issue a ban on the use of any and all facial recognition technology (FRT) use for the department. But not everyone is on board.

Measles case confirmed via Milwaukee Mitchell Airport
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A case of measles has been confirmed in a person who traveled through Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport to Walworth County. Health officials provided a Friday update to the public.