DWD: Wisconsin Burger King franchisee broke thousands of child labor laws
Wisconsin is cracking down on an employer it says had the largest number of child labor violations in modern state history.
Wisconsin is cracking down on an employer it says had the largest number of child labor violations in modern state history.
DWD: Wisconsin Burger King franchisee broke thousands of child labor laws
An Illinois-based Burger King franchise faces more than a thousand child labor law violations in Wisconsin.
An Illinois-based Burger King franchise faces more than a thousand child labor law violations in Wisconsin.
National Marquette Day celebrations; underage drinking enforcement
Marquette University's "National Marquette Day" celebrations are on, but festivities will look a little different in 2026.
Marquette University's "National Marquette Day" celebrations are on, but festivities will look a little different in 2026.
Franklin hit-and-run crash; police seek fleeing vehicle, driver
Franklin police are asking for the public's help to track down a hit-and-run driver that struck two vehicles on Thursday evening, Feb. 5.
Franklin police are asking for the public's help to track down a hit-and-run driver that struck two vehicles on Thursday evening, Feb. 5.
Dashcam video: Greenfield police chase ends in crash
Greenfield police were involved in a high-speed chase after officers found a stolen vehicle on Thursday, Feb. 5, which then fled a traffic stop.
Greenfield police were involved in a high-speed chase after officers found a stolen vehicle on Thursday, Feb. 5, which then fled a traffic stop.
What's Up in the Ward? February events
Jordan Dechambre with the Historic Third Ward Association shares events to take note of in February.
Jordan Dechambre with the Historic Third Ward Association shares events to take note of in February.
2026 Train Show is back at Mitchell Park Domes; check out the exhibit
Get ready for an immersive event that allows you to take a step inside history at The Mitchell Park Domes.
Get ready for an immersive event that allows you to take a step inside history at The Mitchell Park Domes.
Milwaukee fatal stabbing near 36th and National, man in custody
Milwaukee police are investigating a fatal stabbing that happened Thursday, Feb. 5 near 36th and National.
Milwaukee police are investigating a fatal stabbing that happened Thursday, Feb. 5 near 36th and National.
Milwaukee Weather: Colder, blustery evening ahead
Blustery and colder this evening with temperatures falling through the 20s, all the way into the single digits by Saturday morning. Sunny Saturday with temperatures in the low 20s, then a chance for morning snow Sunday and temperatures around 30°.
Blustery and colder this evening with temperatures falling through the 20s, all the way into the single digits by Saturday morning. Sunny Saturday with temperatures in the low 20s, then a chance for morning snow Sunday and temperatures around 30°.
MPD details facial recognition technology plans; concerns persist
Milwaukee police discussed facial recognition technology at a packed City Hall meeting on Thursday night, Feb. 5, as many public commenters opposed a proposed data-sharing deal and raised concerns about misuse and bias.
Milwaukee police discussed facial recognition technology at a packed City Hall meeting on Thursday night, Feb. 5, as many public commenters opposed a proposed data-sharing deal and raised concerns about misuse and bias.
Board approves proposal to limit ICE in MKE County Parks
The Milwaukee County Board on Thursday, Feb. 5, approved a proposal that would limit law enforcement agencies in parks across the county, such as ICE.
The Milwaukee County Board on Thursday, Feb. 5, approved a proposal that would limit law enforcement agencies in parks across the county, such as ICE.
MPD facial recognition proposal faces hours of public opposition
Milwaukee police discussed facial recognition technology at a packed City Hall meeting on Thursday night, Feb. 5, as many public commenters opposed a proposed data-sharing deal and raised concerns about misuse and bias.
Milwaukee police discussed facial recognition technology at a packed City Hall meeting on Thursday night, Feb. 5, as many public commenters opposed a proposed data-sharing deal and raised concerns about misuse and bias.
Milwaukee Weather: Snow Friday morning
Snow moves through between 2am-8am. This will be a wetter/slushier snow amounting to about 1" in spots. This will slicken up roads. So watch for a slick early Friday AM commute.
Snow moves through between 2am-8am. This will be a wetter/slushier snow amounting to about 1" in spots. This will slicken up roads. So watch for a slick early Friday AM commute.
Milwaukee no-heat evacuation highlights statewide landlord complaints
Tenants evacuated from a Milwaukee apartment building due to a loss of heat are now allowed to return, as state data shows landlord-tenant disputes remain Wisconsin’s top consumer complaint.
Tenants evacuated from a Milwaukee apartment building due to a loss of heat are now allowed to return, as state data shows landlord-tenant disputes remain Wisconsin’s top consumer complaint.
Milwaukee leaders discuss ongoing police officer recruitment efforts
Milwaukee leaders on Thursday discussed efforts to recruit new police officers, including a recruitment video and website.
Milwaukee leaders on Thursday discussed efforts to recruit new police officers, including a recruitment video and website.
Milwaukee County health insurance contract approved after lapse
Milwaukee County's health care debacle is almost fixed. On Thursday the Milwaukee County Board approved a new contract with UnitedHealthcare and Optum Rx.
Milwaukee County's health care debacle is almost fixed. On Thursday the Milwaukee County Board approved a new contract with UnitedHealthcare and Optum Rx.
Feeding America PB&J Challenge kicks off; here's how you can help
Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin kicked off its 23rd annual PB&J Challenge, and Bucks star Bobby Portis is back as the campaign ambassador.
Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin kicked off its 23rd annual PB&J Challenge, and Bucks star Bobby Portis is back as the campaign ambassador.
Epstein files: Milwaukee recruiter tried to find assistant, emails show
A Milwaukee recruiter and real estate mogul for the rich tried to send a made-to-order personal assistant to Jeffrey Epstein.
A Milwaukee recruiter and real estate mogul for the rich tried to send a made-to-order personal assistant to Jeffrey Epstein.
2022 Milwaukee shooting, man now charged with intentional homicide
Milwaukee County prosecutors have now charged a man with killing a woman on the city's north side more than three years ago.
Milwaukee County prosecutors have now charged a man with killing a woman on the city's north side more than three years ago.
Greenfield gas station shooting; several rounds fired at truck driver
Greenfield police arrested a Milwaukee man following a shots-fired incident at a Speedway gas station on Thursday, Feb. 5.
Greenfield police arrested a Milwaukee man following a shots-fired incident at a Speedway gas station on Thursday, Feb. 5.