Waukesha man wins $163,000 jackpot in Wisconsin Lottery's Badger 5 drawing
WAUKESHA -- A man from Waukesha is the lucky winner of a $163,000 jackpot from the Badger 5 drawing on Wednesday, November 18th.Ales Tompa purchased the winning ticket at the PDQ store located at 2302 E.
WAUKESHA -- A man from Waukesha is the lucky winner of a $163,000 jackpot from the Badger 5 drawing on Wednesday, November 18th.Ales Tompa purchased the winning ticket at the PDQ store located at 2302 E.
"A life-saving tool:" Drone assists with arrest in Middleton; more and more agencies using them
MIDDLETON -- When it happened, they had no idea they were the first ever to do it.
MIDDLETON -- When it happened, they had no idea they were the first ever to do it.
Located in good health: Waukesha police find nine-year-old Jason Staver
WAUKESHA -- The Waukesha Police Department say they have located nine-year-old Jason Staver in good health near his home.Staver was located shortly before 5 p.m. on Friday, November 13th -- after being reported missing around lunchtime.The police department thanks all of those who offered assistance in this matter.
WAUKESHA -- The Waukesha Police Department say they have located nine-year-old Jason Staver in good health near his home.Staver was located shortly before 5 p.m. on Friday, November 13th -- after being reported missing around lunchtime.The police department thanks all of those who offered assistance in this matter.
"I would never expect that:" Sex offender, living in RV, accused of lewd acts in "Park & Ride" lot
PEWAUKEE -- A convicted sex offender has been arrested again, and what he's accused of doing is shocking -- but where he allegedly did it, is even more disturbing.A "Park and Ride" lot in Pewaukee is part of a daily routine for many.
PEWAUKEE -- A convicted sex offender has been arrested again, and what he's accused of doing is shocking -- but where he allegedly did it, is even more disturbing.A "Park and Ride" lot in Pewaukee is part of a daily routine for many.
Man taken to hospital for mental health evaluation after tactical situation in Town of Vernon
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha County sheriff's officials say a man was taken into protective custody following a tactical situation on Thursday, November 5th.This was occurring on Green Mountain Drive (in a subdivision off Oakdale Drive) in the Town of Vernon on Thursday afternoon.Sheriff's officials say they were alerted to the situation by a family member of the suicidal man.Officials talked with the man for a lengthy period of time -- and he eventually came out of the residence he was in, and cooperated with sheriff's officials.No one was hurt during this incident.This incident began around 1:30 p.m., and the scene was cleared by about 5:00 p.m.The 47-year-old man was taken to a hospital for a mental health evaluation.
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha County sheriff's officials say a man was taken into protective custody following a tactical situation on Thursday, November 5th.This was occurring on Green Mountain Drive (in a subdivision off Oakdale Drive) in the Town of Vernon on Thursday afternoon.Sheriff's officials say they were alerted to the situation by a family member of the suicidal man.Officials talked with the man for a lengthy period of time -- and he eventually came out of the residence he was in, and cooperated with sheriff's officials.No one was hurt during this incident.This incident began around 1:30 p.m., and the scene was cleared by about 5:00 p.m.The 47-year-old man was taken to a hospital for a mental health evaluation.
Waukesha police: Firearm discharged during confrontation near Butler, Mt. Vernon Dr.
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha police say the public is not in any danger after an incident in which a firearm was discharged on Wednesday evening, November 4th.It happened near Butler Drive and Mt.
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha police say the public is not in any danger after an incident in which a firearm was discharged on Wednesday evening, November 4th.It happened near Butler Drive and Mt.
Men from Chicago accused in armed robbery in Waukesha that led to lockdown at Walmart in New Berlin
WAUKESHA/NEW BERLIN -- Criminal charges have been filed against three men from Chicago in connection with an armed robbery that occurred at the Verizon Wireless store on Silvernail Road in Waukesha.
WAUKESHA/NEW BERLIN -- Criminal charges have been filed against three men from Chicago in connection with an armed robbery that occurred at the Verizon Wireless store on Silvernail Road in Waukesha.
Armed robbery in Waukesha leads to lockdown of Walmart in New Berlin; two in custody
NEW BERLIN -- An armed robbery in Waukesha, and a subsequent pursuit of the suspect vehicle led to a lockdown at the Walmart store on Greenfield Avenue in New Berlin on Saturday, October 24th.It all began around 3:20 p.m. -- when New Berlin police were advised of an armed robbery that had just occurred in Waukesha.Waukesha police tell FOX6 News it happened at the Verizon Wireless store on Silvernail Road.The suspects were identified as two or three black males, last seen driving a white SUV.Shortly before 3:30 p.m., a New Berlin officer spotted the suspect vehicle near the intersection of Greenfield Avenue and S.
NEW BERLIN -- An armed robbery in Waukesha, and a subsequent pursuit of the suspect vehicle led to a lockdown at the Walmart store on Greenfield Avenue in New Berlin on Saturday, October 24th.It all began around 3:20 p.m. -- when New Berlin police were advised of an armed robbery that had just occurred in Waukesha.Waukesha police tell FOX6 News it happened at the Verizon Wireless store on Silvernail Road.The suspects were identified as two or three black males, last seen driving a white SUV.Shortly before 3:30 p.m., a New Berlin officer spotted the suspect vehicle near the intersection of Greenfield Avenue and S.
"I was really scared:" Man tries to lure young girl into his car outside elementary school in Waukesha
WAUKESHA -- A Waukesha fifth-grader is speaking out after she says a man tried luring her into his car.
WAUKESHA -- A Waukesha fifth-grader is speaking out after she says a man tried luring her into his car.
Waukesha homicide: Nike sneaker left behind at crime scene leads to homicide charges for Justin Carl
WAUKESHA -- A shoe left behind at a crime scene has now led to homicide charges.
WAUKESHA -- A shoe left behind at a crime scene has now led to homicide charges.
Recognize these guys? Waukesha police seek suspects after armed robbery at Verizon store
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha police are seeking two suspects after the Verizon Wireless store on Silvernail Road in Waukesha was robbed at gunpoint on Thursday evening, October 8th.It happened around 6:00 p.m.Police say two male suspects entered the store, and one suspect displayed a handgun.The suspects were able to get away with an undisclosed amount of money and merchandise -- and both fled on foot towards Meadow Lane.No shots were fired, and no one was injured.No one is in custody.The Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department and New Berlin Police Department also responded to assist in this investigation.The descriptions of the suspects are as follows:Suspect #1: An African-American male between the ages of 19 and 25 -- with a slim build, wearing a hooded sweatshirt and red pants.Suspect #2: An African-American male -- with an average build, standing tall, wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt and dark pants.Police say suspect #2 is responsible for pointing the handgun in this case.Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Waukesha police.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha police are seeking two suspects after the Verizon Wireless store on Silvernail Road in Waukesha was robbed at gunpoint on Thursday evening, October 8th.It happened around 6:00 p.m.Police say two male suspects entered the store, and one suspect displayed a handgun.The suspects were able to get away with an undisclosed amount of money and merchandise -- and both fled on foot towards Meadow Lane.No shots were fired, and no one was injured.No one is in custody.The Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department and New Berlin Police Department also responded to assist in this investigation.The descriptions of the suspects are as follows:Suspect #1: An African-American male between the ages of 19 and 25 -- with a slim build, wearing a hooded sweatshirt and red pants.Suspect #2: An African-American male -- with an average build, standing tall, wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt and dark pants.Police say suspect #2 is responsible for pointing the handgun in this case.Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Waukesha police.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
Congressman Ryan: GE not telling full story about planned Waukesha plant closure
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Waukesha mayor issues letter to Gov. Walker, others on Export-Import Bank after GE announcement
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha Mayor Shawn Reilly has sent a letter to Governor Scott Walker, House Speaker John Boehner, Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow, and the Waukesha Common Council -- asking for the re-authorization of the U.S. Export-Import Bank.
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha Mayor Shawn Reilly has sent a letter to Governor Scott Walker, House Speaker John Boehner, Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow, and the Waukesha Common Council -- asking for the re-authorization of the U.S. Export-Import Bank.
"The public has to be protected:" FOX6 learns of second incident involving Waukesha school intruder
WAUKESHA -- Last week, he stormed his way into Lowell Elementary School in Waukesha and hit several people.
WAUKESHA -- Last week, he stormed his way into Lowell Elementary School in Waukesha and hit several people.
"He hits me in the face with a closed fist:" Upset parent speaks out on Lowell Elementary School intruder
WAUKESHA -- An elementary school in Waukesha was locked down this week -- as a teen pushed his way in.
WAUKESHA -- An elementary school in Waukesha was locked down this week -- as a teen pushed his way in.
Not guilty: Peter Knebel, Waukesha pastor accused of sexual assault in court for arraignment
WAUKESHA COUNTY -- A Waukesha pastor accused of sexually assaulting a child has pleaded not guilty.
WAUKESHA COUNTY -- A Waukesha pastor accused of sexually assaulting a child has pleaded not guilty.
Police say three girls, one boy accused of taking inappropriate photos with school-issued iPads
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha police call it a growing issue: Students using school-issued equipment, like iPads, to take inappropriate photos.The most recent case happened at Horning Middle School last Friday, September 25th.Police reported students were using their school-issued iPads to take nude photos.No charges have been filed, but police say this case involves three girls and one boy, who could be looking at felony charges."It could be child pornography, using a computer to facilitate a sex act -- depending on how they are sharing that photo," Waukesha Police Sgt.
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha police call it a growing issue: Students using school-issued equipment, like iPads, to take inappropriate photos.The most recent case happened at Horning Middle School last Friday, September 25th.Police reported students were using their school-issued iPads to take nude photos.No charges have been filed, but police say this case involves three girls and one boy, who could be looking at felony charges."It could be child pornography, using a computer to facilitate a sex act -- depending on how they are sharing that photo," Waukesha Police Sgt.
Intruder enters Waukesha school, assaults office workers and parent
WAUKESHA -- A spokesperson for the Waukesha School District says an unidentified man entered Lowell Elementary School on Tuesday morning, September 29th -- but was stopped by office personnel.A news release indicates the man entered the school just after 9 a.m. When questioned by two clerical staff members, the man then assaulted them -- and then proceeded to exit the building.
WAUKESHA -- A spokesperson for the Waukesha School District says an unidentified man entered Lowell Elementary School on Tuesday morning, September 29th -- but was stopped by office personnel.A news release indicates the man entered the school just after 9 a.m. When questioned by two clerical staff members, the man then assaulted them -- and then proceeded to exit the building.
Busted: 17-year-old boy arrested after three sexual assaults near Carroll University
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha police say a suspect has been taken into custody in connection with three sexual assaults that occurred near the Carroll University campus on Friday, September 18th.On Tuesday evening, September 22nd, after releasing a photo of a suspect in this case, police say they received many calls and tips on Facebook indicating the identity of the sexual assault suspect.The suspect was taken into custody and is currently at the Racine County Jail.Police say the person in custody is a 17-year-old white male.
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha police say a suspect has been taken into custody in connection with three sexual assaults that occurred near the Carroll University campus on Friday, September 18th.On Tuesday evening, September 22nd, after releasing a photo of a suspect in this case, police say they received many calls and tips on Facebook indicating the identity of the sexual assault suspect.The suspect was taken into custody and is currently at the Racine County Jail.Police say the person in custody is a 17-year-old white male.
"Really scary situation:" Three sexual assaults near Carroll University campus; can you help police?
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha police are calling on the public to help identify a sexual assault suspect.
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha police are calling on the public to help identify a sexual assault suspect.