Fundraiser involving rubber ducks cancelled, legality questioned
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- A fundraiser for the arts in Waukesha is creating a bit of controversy, and it all centers around yellow rubber duckies.Volunteers thought it was a good idea, and worked long and hard on it over the summer.This Saturday, October 5th the West End Arts Association was going to launch hundreds of rubber ducks and race them in the Fox River to raise money for charity -- until they found out doing so may be illegal.The group planned to use rock and roll themed rubber duckies.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- A fundraiser for the arts in Waukesha is creating a bit of controversy, and it all centers around yellow rubber duckies.Volunteers thought it was a good idea, and worked long and hard on it over the summer.This Saturday, October 5th the West End Arts Association was going to launch hundreds of rubber ducks and race them in the Fox River to raise money for charity -- until they found out doing so may be illegal.The group planned to use rock and roll themed rubber duckies.
Two injured in shooting incident in Waukesha Thursday
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Officials in Waukesha are investigating after a 34-year-old man was shot in the lower abdomen on Thursday, September 26th.It happened just after 4:30 p.m. in the 2700 block of Albany Court.The man was taken to Froedtert Hospital via Flight for Life, and is in serious condition.A second subject suffered non life-threatening injuries and was taken to the hospital for treatment.No suspects are in custody at this time.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Officials in Waukesha are investigating after a 34-year-old man was shot in the lower abdomen on Thursday, September 26th.It happened just after 4:30 p.m. in the 2700 block of Albany Court.The man was taken to Froedtert Hospital via Flight for Life, and is in serious condition.A second subject suffered non life-threatening injuries and was taken to the hospital for treatment.No suspects are in custody at this time.
Waukesha investigators seek clues in cold case from the 1950s
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- The Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a letter that was received which states that in the late 1950’s, possibly fall of 1957 or 1958, a homicide occurred near a low-lying bridge on Okauchee Lake.
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- The Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a letter that was received which states that in the late 1950’s, possibly fall of 1957 or 1958, a homicide occurred near a low-lying bridge on Okauchee Lake.
Wauk. Fire Chief Jesse Alba appears before Police & Fire Comm.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha Fire Chief Jesse Alba came under fire on Thursday, September 12th during a disciplinary hearing.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha Fire Chief Jesse Alba came under fire on Thursday, September 12th during a disciplinary hearing.
Man arrested after police pursuit in Waukesha County
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- A 28-year-old Milwaukee man was taken into custody following a police pursuit in a stolen vehicle Tuesday, September 10th.
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- A 28-year-old Milwaukee man was taken into custody following a police pursuit in a stolen vehicle Tuesday, September 10th.
Victims of fatal crash identified by Waukesha County authorities
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- The Waukesha County Sheriff's Department released on Monday, September 9th, the identities of those who died after a crash on State Highway 16 in the Village of Nashotah.The crash happened around 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 8th.
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- The Waukesha County Sheriff's Department released on Monday, September 9th, the identities of those who died after a crash on State Highway 16 in the Village of Nashotah.The crash happened around 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 8th.
Police pursuit near Brookfield leads to traffic backup on I-94 EB
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- A police pursuit that ended near I-94 and Calhoun Rd.
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- A police pursuit that ended near I-94 and Calhoun Rd.
Woman claiming verbal assault by Waukesha Metro Transit bus driver
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Getting around the city of Waukesha involves public transportation or two feet for Melinda Slick -- but since August 23rd, riding has become more complicated.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Getting around the city of Waukesha involves public transportation or two feet for Melinda Slick -- but since August 23rd, riding has become more complicated.
Brucker remembered at memorial service in Town of Delafield
PEWAUKEE (WITI) -- Family and friends remembered Sarah Brucker in a memorial service on Monday, August 12th.
PEWAUKEE (WITI) -- Family and friends remembered Sarah Brucker in a memorial service on Monday, August 12th.
Man who serves on Waukesha's PFC accused of stealing scrap metal
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha city employees are accused of stealing scrap metal and pocketing close to $40,000 in cash, and one of the accused is in charge of hiring and firing law enforcement officials.The owner of Waukesha Recycling says these individuals were "regulars," and says he was surprised to hear they are accused of stealing.For years, Phil Rehberg saw Waukesha DPW employees bringing in city scraps."Everything from aluminum cans to scrap metal, even sometimes aluminum signs and stuff," Rehberg said.In return, three DPW employees got thousands in cash.That's why Rehberg was surprised when deputies showed up with questions."Normally, we see shady characters from time to time.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha city employees are accused of stealing scrap metal and pocketing close to $40,000 in cash, and one of the accused is in charge of hiring and firing law enforcement officials.The owner of Waukesha Recycling says these individuals were "regulars," and says he was surprised to hear they are accused of stealing.For years, Phil Rehberg saw Waukesha DPW employees bringing in city scraps."Everything from aluminum cans to scrap metal, even sometimes aluminum signs and stuff," Rehberg said.In return, three DPW employees got thousands in cash.That's why Rehberg was surprised when deputies showed up with questions."Normally, we see shady characters from time to time.
Waukesha officials warning neighbors about sex offender release
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Officials in Waukesha are warning folks about the upcoming release of a sex offender, who will live in the 1100 block of E.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Officials in Waukesha are warning folks about the upcoming release of a sex offender, who will live in the 1100 block of E.
Waukesha hosts Special Olympics Outdoor Sports Tourney
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha played host this weekend to the Special Olympics State Outdoor Sports Tournament.Richie Hintz and his teammates with the New Berlin Bobcats softball team took the field in Waukesha this weekend.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha played host this weekend to the Special Olympics State Outdoor Sports Tournament.Richie Hintz and his teammates with the New Berlin Bobcats softball team took the field in Waukesha this weekend.
Waukesha detective suspended 30 days after OWI arrest
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- After he was arrested for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated, Detective Bradley Anderson of the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department was suspended for 30 days without pay, as of Tuesday, July 30th.According to a news release, the investigation into Anderson, who has worked for the Sheriff's Department for 23 years, is now complete.
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- After he was arrested for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated, Detective Bradley Anderson of the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department was suspended for 30 days without pay, as of Tuesday, July 30th.According to a news release, the investigation into Anderson, who has worked for the Sheriff's Department for 23 years, is now complete.
Investigation continues after suspicious package found in Waukesha
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Officials in Waukesha continue to look for the person(s) responsible for a bomb scare near the Fox River on Friday, July 26th.A suspicious package was discovered on a foot bridge spanning the river around 7:00 p.m. Friday.Waukesha Police and the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad were called to Bryant Street Bridge as hundreds gathered for “Friday Night Live.”The package was described as a box with duct tape around it, according to Waukesha Police.It was found between Main and Bank Streets in Waukesha.The Milwaukee County Bomb Squad responded to the scene, and was able to X-ray the package and determined it was not suspicious in nature.Officials say the package was made to appear as though it was a possible explosive device.Officials rendered the scene safe Friday night.No one is in custody in connection with this incident.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Officials in Waukesha continue to look for the person(s) responsible for a bomb scare near the Fox River on Friday, July 26th.A suspicious package was discovered on a foot bridge spanning the river around 7:00 p.m. Friday.Waukesha Police and the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad were called to Bryant Street Bridge as hundreds gathered for “Friday Night Live.”The package was described as a box with duct tape around it, according to Waukesha Police.It was found between Main and Bank Streets in Waukesha.The Milwaukee County Bomb Squad responded to the scene, and was able to X-ray the package and determined it was not suspicious in nature.Officials say the package was made to appear as though it was a possible explosive device.Officials rendered the scene safe Friday night.No one is in custody in connection with this incident.
Suspicious package leaves Waukesha residents uneasy
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- A bomb scare on Friday evening, July 26th has left many in Waukesha with an uneasy feeling.Waukesha Police and the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office Bomb Squad were called to Bryant Street Bridge around 7:30 p.m. as hundreds gathered for "Friday Night Live." They found an unattended box covered in duct tape with tubing protruding from the device."We grew up in Waukesha.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- A bomb scare on Friday evening, July 26th has left many in Waukesha with an uneasy feeling.Waukesha Police and the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office Bomb Squad were called to Bryant Street Bridge around 7:30 p.m. as hundreds gathered for "Friday Night Live." They found an unattended box covered in duct tape with tubing protruding from the device."We grew up in Waukesha.
Bomb Squad determines "suspicious package" in Waukesha not dangerous
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha Police responded to a report of a suspicious package near the Fox River.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha Police responded to a report of a suspicious package near the Fox River.
56-year-old man injured after being struck by train in Waukesha
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- A 56-year-old man was injured Tuesday evening, July 23rd when he was struck by a train in Waukesha.It happened in the 400 block of Arcadian Avenue.A spokesperson for the Canadian National Railway told FOX6 News one of the company's northbound trains struck a person just after 5:00 p.m. near Arcadian and Hartwell Ave.The pedestrian was taken to Froedtert Hospital via Flight for Life.He is said to be in stable condition, and under medical evaluation.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- A 56-year-old man was injured Tuesday evening, July 23rd when he was struck by a train in Waukesha.It happened in the 400 block of Arcadian Avenue.A spokesperson for the Canadian National Railway told FOX6 News one of the company's northbound trains struck a person just after 5:00 p.m. near Arcadian and Hartwell Ave.The pedestrian was taken to Froedtert Hospital via Flight for Life.He is said to be in stable condition, and under medical evaluation.
Man suffers medical emergency, dies on trail in Waukesha
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- A 56-year-old man from the Town of Genesee was found unresponsive on the Drumlin Trail near Grandview Boulevard and MacArthur Drive in Waukesha Monday night, July 22nd.Officials say the 56-year-old man was riding his bike on the Drumlin Trail when they believe he suffered a health emergency, and died.Few additional details have been released at this time, including exactly what led to the man's death.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this story.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- A 56-year-old man from the Town of Genesee was found unresponsive on the Drumlin Trail near Grandview Boulevard and MacArthur Drive in Waukesha Monday night, July 22nd.Officials say the 56-year-old man was riding his bike on the Drumlin Trail when they believe he suffered a health emergency, and died.Few additional details have been released at this time, including exactly what led to the man's death.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this story.
One killed, another injured in early morning crash in Waukesha
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Officials say a driver was killed in a crash in Waukesha that occurred on Sunday, July 21st just after 4:40 a.m.It happened in the 1100 block of E.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Officials say a driver was killed in a crash in Waukesha that occurred on Sunday, July 21st just after 4:40 a.m.It happened in the 1100 block of E.