Milwaukee drug deal, fatal shooting; 2 men sentenced to prison
Two men, both convicted of felony murder in what prosecutors described as a drug-deal-turned-setup that left Cory Fritz dead, were both sentenced to prison on Thursday, Aug. 20.
Two men, both convicted of felony murder in what prosecutors described as a drug-deal-turned-setup that left Cory Fritz dead, were both sentenced to prison on Thursday, Aug. 20.
Milwaukee Weather: Storm chances continue Friday
Drying out for a few hours this afternoon, then scattered thunderstorms will develop along an incoming cold front. There is a chance storms are strong to even severe, especially if SE WI sees sunshine and warming temperatures.
Drying out for a few hours this afternoon, then scattered thunderstorms will develop along an incoming cold front. There is a chance storms are strong to even severe, especially if SE WI sees sunshine and warming temperatures.
Milwaukee shootings Friday; 2 wounded
Two shootings in Milwaukee on Friday, Aug. 21 left two people wounded.
Two shootings in Milwaukee on Friday, Aug. 21 left two people wounded.
Milwaukee budget faces $104.5 million gap by 2031, report shows
A new report shows the City of Milwaukee's budget is in rough shape.
A new report shows the City of Milwaukee's budget is in rough shape.
Milwaukee comptroller discusses city's budget problems
A new report shows the City of Milwaukee's budget is in rough shape. That's despite the two-year-old sales tax increase and the fact its savings accounts are strong. FOX6's Sam Kraemer sat down with the comptroller, who says city leaders need to make changes.
A new report shows the City of Milwaukee's budget is in rough shape. That's despite the two-year-old sales tax increase and the fact its savings accounts are strong. FOX6's Sam Kraemer sat down with the comptroller, who says city leaders need to make changes.
Comptroller’s Office releases Milwaukee’s five-year financial forecast
City Comptroller Bill Christianson released Milwaukee's first Five-Year Financial Forecast, a new annual planning resource intended to provide policymakers, City leadership, stakeholders, and residents with a clear view of the City’s long-term General Fund fiscal outlook. By identifying emerging financial pressures years in advance, the Comptroller’s Office is giving City leaders and stakeholders more time and information to plan ahead and develop solutions. FOX6's Sam Kraemer sat down with Christianson to dig into this forecast and learn more.
City Comptroller Bill Christianson released Milwaukee's first Five-Year Financial Forecast, a new annual planning resource intended to provide policymakers, City leadership, stakeholders, and residents with a clear view of the City’s long-term General Fund fiscal outlook. By identifying emerging financial pressures years in advance, the Comptroller’s Office is giving City leaders and stakeholders more time and information to plan ahead and develop solutions. FOX6's Sam Kraemer sat down with Christianson to dig into this forecast and learn more.
West Allis-West Milwaukee DPW fire, building under construction
A three-alarm fire broke out at the under-construction West Allis-West Milwaukee Department of Public Works building on Thursday morning, Aug. 20. It happened near 53rd and Burnham.
A three-alarm fire broke out at the under-construction West Allis-West Milwaukee Department of Public Works building on Thursday morning, Aug. 20. It happened near 53rd and Burnham.
Collegiate volleyball featured at Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum
The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) is excited to reveal the eight teams that will be part of 2026 AVCA First Serve at Milwaukee’s Fiserv Forum, August 21–23. This year’s event will include all four of the 2025 NCAA Championship semifinalists—national champion Texas A&M, Kentucky, Pittsburgh, and Wisconsin—as well as Arizona State, Louisville, SMU, and Texas. Jaime Gordon, AVCA CEO, joined Wisconsin Live Desk to talk more about this event.
The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) is excited to reveal the eight teams that will be part of 2026 AVCA First Serve at Milwaukee’s Fiserv Forum, August 21–23. This year’s event will include all four of the 2025 NCAA Championship semifinalists—national champion Texas A&M, Kentucky, Pittsburgh, and Wisconsin—as well as Arizona State, Louisville, SMU, and Texas. Jaime Gordon, AVCA CEO, joined Wisconsin Live Desk to talk more about this event.
Milwaukee Weather: Scattered storms Friday, possibly severe
Spotty light showers possible Friday morning, then scattered thunderstorms through Friday night. These may impact high school football games. A few storms could be severe with all modes of severe weather possible, including a weak tornado.
Spotty light showers possible Friday morning, then scattered thunderstorms through Friday night. These may impact high school football games. A few storms could be severe with all modes of severe weather possible, including a weak tornado.
Milwaukee County Zoo's 'A la Carte' event kicks off 40th anniversary celebration
The Milwaukee County Zoo's annual "A la Carte" festival is taking place from Aug. 20-23. The event features dozens of food vendors, music performances and more.
The Milwaukee County Zoo's annual "A la Carte" festival is taking place from Aug. 20-23. The event features dozens of food vendors, music performances and more.
St. Francis fatal crash Thursday; 2 dead
Two people were killed in a crash in St. Francis on Thursday morning, Aug. 20.
Two people were killed in a crash in St. Francis on Thursday morning, Aug. 20.
West Allis-West Milwaukee DPW fire, building under construction
A three-alarm fire broke out at the under-construction West Milwaukee Department of Public Works building on Thursday morning, Aug. 20.
A three-alarm fire broke out at the under-construction West Milwaukee Department of Public Works building on Thursday morning, Aug. 20.
West Milwaukee structure fire; West Allis assistant fire chief provides brief
Armando Suarez Del Real, the assistant chief for the West Allis Fire Department, provided an update on a three-alarm fire at the future site of the West Allis-West Milwaukee DPW building.
Armando Suarez Del Real, the assistant chief for the West Allis Fire Department, provided an update on a three-alarm fire at the future site of the West Allis-West Milwaukee DPW building.
Critically missing 14-year-old girl found safe: Milwaukee police
The Milwaukee Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a critically missing 14-year-old girl, Khloe Johnson.
The Milwaukee Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a critically missing 14-year-old girl, Khloe Johnson.
Milwaukee stabbing; 1 seriously injured near Custer and Long Island
Milwaukee police are investigating a stabbing that left a 35-year-old with life-threatening injuries near Custer Avenue and Long Island Drive.
Milwaukee police are investigating a stabbing that left a 35-year-old with life-threatening injuries near Custer Avenue and Long Island Drive.
West Allis Nathan Hale football coaches resign amid investigation
Seven of the West Allis Nathan Hale High School football team's 11 coaches have resigned amid an ongoing internal investigation.
Seven of the West Allis Nathan Hale High School football team's 11 coaches have resigned amid an ongoing internal investigation.
Attack outside Milwaukee pizza shop, man charged
A Milwaukee man is accused of beating another man outside a south side pizza shop in a caught-on-camera attack that happened earlier this month. The Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office charged 24-year-old Angel Garcia-Santibanez with substantial battery.
A Milwaukee man is accused of beating another man outside a south side pizza shop in a caught-on-camera attack that happened earlier this month. The Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office charged 24-year-old Angel Garcia-Santibanez with substantial battery.
Nathan Hale High School football coaches put on leave, several resign
We are two nights away from the start of the high school football season. And at West Allis Nathan Hale, there's already drama, but not over the game itself. Seven of the team's eleven coaches have resigned amid an ongoing investigation.
We are two nights away from the start of the high school football season. And at West Allis Nathan Hale, there's already drama, but not over the game itself. Seven of the team's eleven coaches have resigned amid an ongoing investigation.
Racine County Sheriff's Office Flock misuse, investigator suspended
A flock of problems surrounds another case of a law enforcement officer improperly using Flock cameras. It raises the question of how different agencies deal with abuse.
A flock of problems surrounds another case of a law enforcement officer improperly using Flock cameras. It raises the question of how different agencies deal with abuse.
Wisconsin State Patrol begins annual 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' campaign
The Wisconsin State Patrol is launching its annual "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign. The campaign works to raise awareness to the dangers of impaired driving and offers tips to avoid impaired driving, particularly over the Labor Day weekend.
The Wisconsin State Patrol is launching its annual "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign. The campaign works to raise awareness to the dangers of impaired driving and offers tips to avoid impaired driving, particularly over the Labor Day weekend.