Rachel's Challenge: Catholic Memorial students take part in event

Catholic Memorial High School partnered with Rachel's Challenge to empower students and encourage kindness on Wednesday.

Waukesha Fire Safety House; officials hope to replace it

Waukesha fire officials are hoping a new donor steps in to help continue providing the Fire Safety House as an educational tool for kids.

Waukesha house fire; no one injured

A single-family home caught fire in Waukesha on Sunday, Oct. 13.

Slender Man stabbing: Morgan Geyser files another release request

A Wisconsin woman accused of stabbing her classmate in 2014 to please horror character Slender Man is asking a judge again to release her from a psychiatric hospital.

Waukesha County sales tax proposal, business group opposes

A Waukesha County commerce group on Wednesday voiced opposition to a proposed county sales tax, days after an ordinance was introduced.

Waukesha police standoff, suspect charged
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Prosecutors have charged the man they say was responsible for a seven-hour standoff in Waukesha this past weekend. Investigators say the man hurt two officers and a K-9 ? as well as a woman in the house.

Waukesha standoff; 62-year-old man accused, surrendered to K-9

Prosecutors have charged the man they say was responsible for a seven-hour standoff in Waukesha. Investigators say the man hurt two officers and a K-9 – as well as a woman in the house.

Waukesha standoff, tactical response; man taken into custody

An hours-long standoff in Waukesha ended with a man in handcuffs on Saturday night. It unfolded at a home on Moreland Boulevard.

Sentry Equipment 'Manufacturing Day;' students learn about careers

A 100-year-old manufacturer is recruiting from a new generation. Sentry Equipment Corp. in Oconomowoc held "Manufacturing Day" for students.

Waukesha rat problem; homeowners express concern

There have been more than 70 complaints from Waukesha homeowners about rat problems so far this year.

Luxury SUVs stolen from Waukesha dealership, Chicago man sentenced

A Waukesha County judge sentenced an 18-year-old man to two years in prison in connection with the February theft of high-end SUVs.

Free smoke detector installation in Waukesha
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Waukesha Fire Inspector Tom Koerner (and a special friend) joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk more about the importance of smoke detectors, and a free installation event happening Saturday, Sept. 28.

Free smoke alarm installation in Waukesha
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Mark Thomas from the American Red Cross joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk about how the organization is teaming up with the Waukesha Fire Department to check and install smoke detectors in homes.

Waukesha smoke detector push, safety check
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Waukesha Assistant Fire Chief Joseph Hoffman joined FOX6 WakeUp to share more about a free smoke detector check-up and installation, and what to look for in your home's smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.