Surveying storm damage in Waukesha County
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FOX6's Abril Preciado and Bret Lemoine surveyed damage from severe weather in Waukesha County on Wednesday, April 15. 

Brookfield Kohl’s retail theft; suspect stole nearly $2K in jewelry

Brookfield police are searching for a woman accused of stealing two gold chains worth $1,825 from a Kohl’s store and leaving in a Buick Regal earlier this month.

Tornado damages church in Lisbon, Wisconsin
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Lisbon Presbyterian Church is roughly a half-mile from where a NWS said the tornado touched down. The church's siding was ripped off, and members said a chimney collapsed through the roof.

Brookfield theft of athletic shoes, backpack from Dick's Sporting Goods

Brookfield police are asking for the public's help to identify a pair of men who they said stole athletic shoes and a backpack from the Dick's Sporting Goods on Discovery Drive.

Milwaukee police chase into Brookfield, driver arrested

A Milwaukee police chase into Brookfield ended with the driver in custody on Tuesday morning, April 14.

Brookfield alderman resigns after controversial Muslim, immigrant comments

Brookfield Alderman Kris Seals is resigning after controversial comments he made about Muslims and immigrants, first reported by FOX6 News, sparked online backlash.

Mukwonago horse farmer headed to trial, investigated for new crime
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In court on Monday, April 13, a Waukesha County court commissioner decided Ralinda Howard was headed to trial. Prosecutors charged Howard with eleven counts of possession of a firearm by a felon. 

Woman killed Sussex family's dog, sentenced in separate gun case

A Wisconsin woman, previously convicted of killing a dog and later accused of breaking into a home and stealing guns, has been sentenced to prison.

Cream City Skatepark closing in Butler, owners seek new location

Cream City Skatepark will officially close its doors in Butler this Sunday, but not before getting in one last celebration.

Cudahy teacher charged in drug case, subject of FBI investigation

A Cudahy High School teacher, arrested Thursday after a search of his home uncovered illegal drugs, is the subject of an FBI investigation.

Brookfield alderman stands by Muslim, immigrant comments
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Brookfield Ald. Kris Seals is standing by controversial comments on his since-deleted LinkedIn profile about Muslims and immigrants after a resident shared them with FOX6 News.

Waukesha racers qualify for K1 Speed national championship

Three racers from K1 Speed Milwaukee won Wisconsin titles in Waukesha and will represent the state at the K1 Speed U.S. National Championship in California in May.

Waukesha mayor race: Alicia Halvensleben wins upset by under 500 votes

Alicia Halvensleben defeated Republican Scott Allen by fewer than 500 votes to become Waukesha’s next mayor on Tuesday, a Democratic win in a longtime Republican stronghold city.

Waukesha Mayor-Elect Alicia Halvensleben speaks with FOX6
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Waukesha Mayor-Elect Alicia Halvensleben spoke with Waukesha County reporter Bret Lemoine the day after securing a victory in the spring election. 

2026 Wisconsin spring election; Waukesha, Brookfield mayoral races

In Waukesha County, Alicia Halvensleben defeated Scott Allen in the Waukesha mayor’s race by fewer than 500 votes on Tuesday, April 7, while Brookfield voters re-elected Mayor Steve Ponto.