Milwaukee River strange ice formation seen near West Bend

The FOX6 Weather Experts were very excited to get these amazing pictures from FOX6 viewer Amanda H. in the West Bend area. This is what is known as frazil ice.

Fond du Lac homicide; victim's friend speaks out, bond set

A $2 million cash bond was set for Annaka Trudell on Tuesday, Feb. 20, the woman accused in a Fond du Lac homicide of a West Bend woman.

Franklin police, 27th and Drexel; search warrant executed

The Franklin Police Department assisted the West Bend Police Department with serving a residential search warrant near 27th and Drexel early Tuesday, Feb. 13.

Warm weather impacting winter activities

Little Switzerland in Slinger is adapting for guests to still hit the slopes.

Pike Lake debate continues, Hartford residents speak out

A landowner wants the Town of Hartford to shut down one of the three public access points to Pike Lake.

Tractor gathering honors late Washington County farmer

More than 100 people left their farm to line a street in Allenton and show their respect for the family of Curtis Nehm.

State Farm hail damage assessments, Wisconsin homeowners frustrated

Washington County homeowners are frustrated with State Farm as assessments for hail damage after a 2023 storm conflict with contractors.

OWI arrests: West Bend woman drove drunk to pick up man from jail

Police arrested a West Bend woman for OWI after she drove to the Washington County Sheriff's Office to pick up her boyfriend, who was also arrested for OWI just hours earlier.

Pike Lake debate; Hartford residents talk land ownership

The Town of Hartford is considering cutting off access to one of the public access points at Pike Lake.

Washington County pursuit, crash; 17-year-old driver charged

A Washington County teen has been charged after a Saturday, Jan. 27 high-speed pursuit and crash. He was previously convicted of OWI.

Albino deer; Wisconsin hunter finds rare roadkill

It’s not uncommon to see roadkill in southeastern Wisconsin, but a dead deer a man recently discovered in Washington County was anything but common.

Ski lessons at Little Switzerland in Slinger
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Steve Faller joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk about ski lessons at Little Switzerland. The beginner area uses 'terrain-based learning' which includes 5 stations to help you feel confident and spend more time sliding on snow right from the start.

Having fun at Little Switzerland in Slinger
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Brandon Wagner from Little Switzerland in Slinger joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk about all the fun you can have at the ski area, which may not necessarily include any skiing or snowboarding.

Enjoying Slinger's Little Switzerland despite warm, wet weather

FOX6 stopped by Little Switzerland in Slinger to learn more about everything the ski area has to offer, and learn more about how it's dealing with the recent warm-up.

Snow Grooming at Slinger's Little Switzerland
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Lead Groomer Hunter Goodreau at Slinger's Little Switzerland talked with FOX6 about grooming the snow and trails, and keeping them in tip-top shape despite the recent warm and wet weather.

Checking out Little Switzerland in Slinger
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The recent rainy weather is not putting a damper on the fun at Little Switzerland in Slinger. Owner Rick Schmitz joined FOX6 WakeUp to share more.

UW-Milwaukee agreement with 4 regional technical colleges

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) has reached new agreements with four regional technical colleges that will guarantee admission for their graduates.