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 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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
Tenants return to Milwaukee apartment after heat, water pipes fixed
No heat. No running water. And pipes bursting. That's what tenants at a Milwaukee apartment complex were faced with before they were evacuated back in January. Now, many of them are back home.
No heat. No running water. And pipes bursting. That's what tenants at a Milwaukee apartment complex were faced with before they were evacuated back in January. Now, many of them are back home.
Tenants return to Milwaukee apartment after heat, water pipes fixed
No heat. No running water. Pipes bursting. That's what tenants at a Milwaukee apartment complex were faced with before they were evacuated back in January.
No heat. No running water. Pipes bursting. That's what tenants at a Milwaukee apartment complex were faced with before they were evacuated back in January.
National Marquette Day celebrations; underage drinking enforcement
Marquette University is increasing police presence and reducing ambulance wait times to ensure student safety for the National Marquette Day celebrations.
Marquette University is increasing police presence and reducing ambulance wait times to ensure student safety for the National Marquette Day celebrations.
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.