Waukesha flooding, Fox River nears record levels

Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow declared a state of emergency on Monday as the Fox River nears record-high flood levels.

Waukesha County state of emergency declared over flooding

The Waukesha County Executive has declared a state of emergency – and the Fox River in Waukesha is nearing record levels.

Historic flooding aftermath
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Communities across southeastern Wisconsin are still dealing with the aftermath of historic rainfall and flash flooding that occurred on Aug. 9 and Aug. 10, 2025.

Severe weather hits Waukesha County; homes flooded, cars stranded

Heavy overnight rainfall slammed Waukesha County, leaving behind reports of flooded homes, stranded vehicles and warnings from city officials that the Fox River could hit a record high.

Silver Alert canceled: Missing Waukesha man found safe

A Silver Alert has been canceled for a missing 69-year-old Waukesha man. Michael Taylor has been found safe.

Waukesha County K-9 motorcycle ride fundraiser supports safety

Dozens of motorcycle riders took off for a fundraiser to support the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department K-9 unit on Saturday morning.

Slender Man stabbing: Court approves release plan for Morgan Geyser

Morgan Geyser, one of two people convicted in the Slender Man stabbing that took place more than a decade ago, appeared in court on Thursday for a motion hearing on her conditional release plan.

HAWS Waukesha shelter open house celebrates 60th anniversary

The Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County (HAWS) celebrated its 60th anniversary with an open house on Saturday.

Waukesha fatal shooting: Grandmother killed, man pleads no contest

The Waukesha man accused of shooting and killing his grandmother pleaded no contest to first-degree intentional homicide on Friday.

Joseph Mensah resigning from Waukesha County Sheriff's Department

Joseph Mensah, the Waukesha County sheriff's detective and former Wauwatosa police officer, is leaving the "law enforcement profession."

Slender Man stabbing: Judge OKs release plan for Morgan Geyser

Morgan Geyser, one of two people convicted in the Slender Man stabbing that took place more than a decade ago, appeared in court on Thursday, July 17.

Waukesha intersection safety concerns
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Changes could be coming to a Waukesha intersection after a teenager was killed at Sunset and Guthrie in late 2024. Neighbors are divided about some of the potential solutions to slow drivers down.

Waukesha intersection safety concerns; city leaders to discuss options

Changes could be coming to a Waukesha intersection after a teenager was killed at Sunset and Guthrie in late 2024. Neighbors are divided about some of the potential solutions to slow drivers down.

Carroll University threats: Timothy Hoeller trial scheduled

Timothy Hoeller, the Milwaukee man accused of making terrorist threats against Carroll University, is finally set for trial.