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.

Waukesha FD smoke alarm installations
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The Waukesha Fire Department and American Red Cross are teaming up to install dozens of smoke alarms this weekend. FOX6 WakeUp stopped at Waukesha Fire Station 1 to learn more.

2020 Waukesha North High School graduates continue mural tradition

Waukesha North High School is celebrating its 50th anniversary. And for some alumni who returned on Friday, the celebration meant closure.

Family Fun at the Retzer Nature Center
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Janet Barthel joined FOX6 WakeUp with all the details on all the family fun that can be had at the Retzer Nature Center, including 'Partners in the Pines' and 'Passport Expedition.'

Retzer Nature Center learning center
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Anna Reinhardtsen from the Retzer Nature Center joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk more about what you can expect inside the learning center.

Retzer Nature Center fall fun; Apple Market, Scarecrow Lane, more

There's plenty of fall family fun – and learning – at Retzer Nature Center in Waukesha. There are some special events available for everyone.

Scarecrow Lane at Retzer Nature Center
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Anna Reinhardtsen from the Retzer Nature Center in Waukesha joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the 'Scarecrow Lane' and story hike.

Apple Market at Retzer Nature Center
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Of the many fall activities you can take part in at the Retzer Nature Center in Waukesha, one of them is the Apple Market. It's filled with many different varieties of apples! Janet Barthel joined FOX6 WakeUp to share more.