Milwaukee County news

Bomb-making supplies seized from West Allis business; Milwaukee man charged

January 5, 2026 4:07pm CST

A Milwaukee man is charged with possessing materials to make improvised explosive devices after police seized bomb-making components from his workplace following an anonymous tip.

Milwaukee shooting, 1 injured after gun was mishandled and discharged

January 5, 2026 4:01pm CST

One person was injured in a shooting in Milwaukee on Monday, Jan. 5, after another person was mishandling a gun, causing it to discharge.

FOX6 Future Forecaster audition event set for Monday, Jan. 19

January 5, 2026 1:08pm CST

FOX6 is holding a Future Forecaster audition event at the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum (929 E. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee) on Monday, Jan. 19 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Peter Feigin stepping down as Bucks President; Josh Glessing to take over

January 5, 2026 12:22pm CST

Milwaukee Bucks President Peter Feigin is transitioning away from his role, and Josh Glessing will take over.

Daniel Vogelbach returning to Milwaukee Brewers as hitting coach

January 5, 2026 12:00pm CST

Former Milwaukee Brewers player Daniel Vogelbach is returning to the organization as a hitting coach on manager Pat Murphy’s staff.

Ebenezer Child Care: Check out Bay View’s newest childcare center

January 5, 2026 7:36am CST

Ebenezer is a not-for-profit, community-rooted organization dedicated to providing nurturing, developmentally enriching early childhood programs.

Milwaukee fatal shootings Sunday; 2 dead, 1 in custody

January 4, 2026 6:15pm CST

Milwaukee police are investigating two unrelated fatal shootings that occurred within hours on Sunday, Jan. 4, leaving two victims dead and one suspect in custody as police investigate.

Milwaukee police chase, man accused wanted for earlier pursuit

January 4, 2026 5:35pm CST

A Milwaukee man accused of threatening his 13-year-old daughter with a gun and leading police on multiple chases is now in custody, facing several felony charges.

Jordan Stolz rebounds from fall to lead 500 at Olympic trials

January 4, 2026 3:14pm CST

Jordan Stolz recovered from an early stumble to win the 500 at the U.S. Olympic speedskating trials, while Erin Jackson led the women as final Olympic spots remain undecided.

Missing Greenfield woman located, safe

January 4, 2026 9:56am CST

Police said Christine Duffy was located and safely returned to her home.

Milwaukee shooting in alley near high school; 18-year-old charged

January 4, 2026 8:52am CST

A 18-year-old Milwaukee man is accused of firing gunshots in an alley not far from a high school on the city's north side.

Milwaukee Weather - Sunshine and calm morning, wintry mix this afternoon

January 4, 2026 6:30am CST

Starting off Sunday with sunshine and temps in the single digits inland to teens near the lake.

Milwaukee unpaid parking ticket towing enforcement begins

January 3, 2026 8:56pm CST

Milwaukee drivers are at risk of getting their cars towed and impounded after the latest phase of an unpaid parking ticket crackdown took effect on Jan. 1.

60th and Vliet crash, Milwaukee man pronounced dead at the scene

January 3, 2026 6:02pm CST

A Milwaukee man was pronounced dead at the scene of a crash at 60th and Vliet on Saturday morning, Jan. 3.

Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan resigns in wake of conviction

January 3, 2026 5:09pm CST

Hannah Dugan, the Milwaukee County Circuit Court judge convicted in federal court last month of obstructing federal agents, submitted her resignation.

Milwaukee County Transit System: Transit Plus riders join WisGo in 2026

January 3, 2026 9:21am CST

Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is modernizing fare payment for Transit Plus paratransit riders.

Milwaukee Art Museum family art-making activities

January 3, 2026 8:14am CST

The Milwaukee Art Museum's director of youth and family programs, joined FOX6 WakeUp News with details on all the family fun.