"I just couldn't believe how much I loved this dog:" Greyhound lovers gather for annual Gala
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- The dog days have finally arrived in Waukesha County!
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- The dog days have finally arrived in Waukesha County!
ARRESTED: Three police agencies come together to apprehend armed robbery suspect in Butler
BUTLER (WITI) -- Police officers with the Butler Police Department, the Wauwatosa Police Department and the Brookfield Police Department on Thursday afternoon, October 16th came together to arrest an armed robbery suspect.The call came in to the Wauwatosa Police Department just before 12:30 p.m. Thursday from a business in the 4700 block of N. 124th Street -- reporting a suspicious person on their property.Wauwatosa police say before officers arrived at the scene, the subject displayed a handgun and stole a bottle of Gatorade -- before fleeing.Responding officers got a description of the man, and he was spotted soon after officers arrived.Wauwatosa police officers attempted to make contact with the man, but he fled into a wooded area -- toward a railroad yard east of 124th Street and west of Highway 45.Several squad cars responded to the scene.The man was taken into custody shortly after officers arrived.
BUTLER (WITI) -- Police officers with the Butler Police Department, the Wauwatosa Police Department and the Brookfield Police Department on Thursday afternoon, October 16th came together to arrest an armed robbery suspect.The call came in to the Wauwatosa Police Department just before 12:30 p.m. Thursday from a business in the 4700 block of N. 124th Street -- reporting a suspicious person on their property.Wauwatosa police say before officers arrived at the scene, the subject displayed a handgun and stole a bottle of Gatorade -- before fleeing.Responding officers got a description of the man, and he was spotted soon after officers arrived.Wauwatosa police officers attempted to make contact with the man, but he fled into a wooded area -- toward a railroad yard east of 124th Street and west of Highway 45.Several squad cars responded to the scene.The man was taken into custody shortly after officers arrived.
Menomonee Falls police take two into custody following armed bank robbery, pursuit
MENOMONEE FALLS (WITI) -- Menomonee Falls police say two people are in custody following an armed bank robbery and subsequent pursuit.Police were made aware of an armed robbery that occurred at the Associated Bank on Main Street in Menomonee Falls shortly after 4:15 p.m. Tuesday, October 14th.Police say the suspects fled in a vehicle and headed eastbound on Main Street.
MENOMONEE FALLS (WITI) -- Menomonee Falls police say two people are in custody following an armed bank robbery and subsequent pursuit.Police were made aware of an armed robbery that occurred at the Associated Bank on Main Street in Menomonee Falls shortly after 4:15 p.m. Tuesday, October 14th.Police say the suspects fled in a vehicle and headed eastbound on Main Street.
Semi jackknifes, leads to backups on NB I-43 west of Hale Interchange
MILWAUKEE CO. (WITI) -- A semi tractor trailer jackknifed on northbound I-43 at 124th St.
MILWAUKEE CO. (WITI) -- A semi tractor trailer jackknifed on northbound I-43 at 124th St.
Volunteers needed! Waukesha Police Department's Reserve Unit seeking interested citizens
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- The Waukesha Police Department Reserve Unit is seeking highly motivated and interested citizens from the Waukesha area to assist the Police Department throughout the year during emergency situations, special events, and other related assignments.The Reserves are a non-sworn, unpaid, volunteer organization that takes pride in serving their community, sometimes at a moment’s notice.Areas where Reserves members have helped out include: parades, run/walk events, Friday Night Live, Fiesta Waukesha, and various other events throughout the calendar year.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- The Waukesha Police Department Reserve Unit is seeking highly motivated and interested citizens from the Waukesha area to assist the Police Department throughout the year during emergency situations, special events, and other related assignments.The Reserves are a non-sworn, unpaid, volunteer organization that takes pride in serving their community, sometimes at a moment’s notice.Areas where Reserves members have helped out include: parades, run/walk events, Friday Night Live, Fiesta Waukesha, and various other events throughout the calendar year.
SENTENCED: More than one year in prison for 30-year-old man accused of stalking 13-year-old girl
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- Accused of stalking a 13-year-old girl, 30-year-old Shannon Bailey will spend one year and six months in prison.
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- Accused of stalking a 13-year-old girl, 30-year-old Shannon Bailey will spend one year and six months in prison.
"She should get prison for life:" Mother, grandmother of two-year-old girl kicked and killed speak out
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- The mother of a two-year-old girl who died this week after she was apparently kicked by her father's girlfriend is now speaking out.
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- The mother of a two-year-old girl who died this week after she was apparently kicked by her father's girlfriend is now speaking out.
CHARGED: Waukesha woman told police she kicked a two-year-old girl, causing the toddler's death
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- A 31-year-old Waukesha woman has been officially charged in connection with the death of a two-year-old girl.
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- A 31-year-old Waukesha woman has been officially charged in connection with the death of a two-year-old girl.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Crews working on water main break on Cleveland Avenue in New Berlin
NEW BERLIN (WITI) -- New Berlin police are warning drivers of a water main break that occurred Tuesday, October 7th in the area of Cleveland Avenue -- just east of Moorland Road.Police say both directions of travel remain open, but drivers may experience delays and congestion -- especially around rush hour.Police say crews will be working throughout the day in the area.
NEW BERLIN (WITI) -- New Berlin police are warning drivers of a water main break that occurred Tuesday, October 7th in the area of Cleveland Avenue -- just east of Moorland Road.Police say both directions of travel remain open, but drivers may experience delays and congestion -- especially around rush hour.Police say crews will be working throughout the day in the area.
Waukesha police investigating the death of a two-year-old child
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha police say they are investigating the death of a two-year-old child.Police say just after 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 6th, they were dispatched to a residence on Barstow Avenue for a report of a child who wasn't breathing.Paramedics began life-saving procedures and transported the child to the hospital.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha police say they are investigating the death of a two-year-old child.Police say just after 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 6th, they were dispatched to a residence on Barstow Avenue for a report of a child who wasn't breathing.Paramedics began life-saving procedures and transported the child to the hospital.
NOT GUILTY: Charged with domestic-related disorderly conduct, Waukesha Co. detective makes plea
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- A Waukesha County detective whom co-workers have called "a hazard on the job" has pleaded not guilty to a charge of domestic-related disorderly conduct.Pete Korns has been a detective at the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department for 26 years.He has been reprimanded nine times since 2011 for misconduct, and co-workers say they're upset he's gotten to keep his job.Korns is currently on administrative leave, and his police powers have been suspended while this case works its way through court.Korns will next be in court on October 27th.Related stories:
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- A Waukesha County detective whom co-workers have called "a hazard on the job" has pleaded not guilty to a charge of domestic-related disorderly conduct.Pete Korns has been a detective at the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department for 26 years.He has been reprimanded nine times since 2011 for misconduct, and co-workers say they're upset he's gotten to keep his job.Korns is currently on administrative leave, and his police powers have been suspended while this case works its way through court.Korns will next be in court on October 27th.Related stories:
"Heat U.P. Wisconsin" program: Heating homes and warming hearts
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Kettle Moraine Heating & Air Conditioning answered a call for help after learning that a Waukesha family is in desperate need on Saturday, October 4th.Through Heat U.P. Wisconsin, Bill Brink and his crew with Kettle Moraine Heating & Air Conditioning are installing a new furnace in the Gauger family home."Lennox donated all of the furnaces, as well as the HEPA filtration system.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Kettle Moraine Heating & Air Conditioning answered a call for help after learning that a Waukesha family is in desperate need on Saturday, October 4th.Through Heat U.P. Wisconsin, Bill Brink and his crew with Kettle Moraine Heating & Air Conditioning are installing a new furnace in the Gauger family home."Lennox donated all of the furnaces, as well as the HEPA filtration system.
SENTENCED: Two years probation for former Sheriff's Lt. accused of stealing pills from sick grandmother
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- Former Waukesha County Sheriff's Lieutenant Sarah Massa was sentenced on Monday, September 29th -- accused of stealing prescription medication from her sick grandmother.It was an emotional afternoon in Waukesha County, as Massa admitted she had an addiction to opiates after being prescribed drugs for past injuries.
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- Former Waukesha County Sheriff's Lieutenant Sarah Massa was sentenced on Monday, September 29th -- accused of stealing prescription medication from her sick grandmother.It was an emotional afternoon in Waukesha County, as Massa admitted she had an addiction to opiates after being prescribed drugs for past injuries.
Waukesha Co. correctional officer charged with possession of child porn, suspended without pay
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha County Sheriff's officials say a correctional officer has been arrested -- accused of possessing child pornography.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha County Sheriff's officials say a correctional officer has been arrested -- accused of possessing child pornography.
Saving lives for 30 years: Flight For Life marks a milestone
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Flight For Life is marking its 30th year!
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Flight For Life is marking its 30th year!
Cleaning out the medicine cabinet? Where to dispose properly of prescription drugs
WAUKESHA/GREENFIELD (WITI) -- Prescription drugs are meant to help in times of sickness and pain, but they can also be harmful if they get into the wrong hands -- or not disposed of properly.Bottles, handfuls, and bags of prescription medications are dumped into a box at the Waukesha Police Department on Saturday, September 27th.Local police agencies and the Drug Enforcement Administration gave community members a chance to help prevent things like pill abuse and theft during a national pharmaceutical take-back initiative."We know with prescription drug abuse, some of the reports are saying it's double that of illegal drugs, they can be harmful if they are in the wrong hands," said Lieutenant Joe Hendricks.By turning in unwanted or unused pills they can now be disposed of safely and help not only public safety but public health by protecting the environment."When you look at the magnitude of prescription drugs we take in every year, if that is not taken in by us and disposed of properly and safely, it could be dumped into the sewer system, garbage, etc," said Captain of the Greenfield Police Department, Jay Johnson.During the DEA sponsored event last year, 390 tons of pills were collected nationwide.
WAUKESHA/GREENFIELD (WITI) -- Prescription drugs are meant to help in times of sickness and pain, but they can also be harmful if they get into the wrong hands -- or not disposed of properly.Bottles, handfuls, and bags of prescription medications are dumped into a box at the Waukesha Police Department on Saturday, September 27th.Local police agencies and the Drug Enforcement Administration gave community members a chance to help prevent things like pill abuse and theft during a national pharmaceutical take-back initiative."We know with prescription drug abuse, some of the reports are saying it's double that of illegal drugs, they can be harmful if they are in the wrong hands," said Lieutenant Joe Hendricks.By turning in unwanted or unused pills they can now be disposed of safely and help not only public safety but public health by protecting the environment."When you look at the magnitude of prescription drugs we take in every year, if that is not taken in by us and disposed of properly and safely, it could be dumped into the sewer system, garbage, etc," said Captain of the Greenfield Police Department, Jay Johnson.During the DEA sponsored event last year, 390 tons of pills were collected nationwide.
Child sex sting: Police bust Turkish native at Brookfield Square Mall
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- A Turkish-native visiting on business, is taken out of Brookfield Square Mall in handcuffs.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- A Turkish-native visiting on business, is taken out of Brookfield Square Mall in handcuffs.
Now in custody: 43-year-old Donald Berry arrested by Waukesha Co. authorities
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- Waukesha County Sheriff’s officials say 43-year-old Donald Berry has been caught.
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- Waukesha County Sheriff’s officials say 43-year-old Donald Berry has been caught.
Search for wanted man: Have you seen 43-year-old Donald Berry?
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- Waukesha County Sheriff's officials say they are looking for a wanted man who was last seen in the southeastern part of Waukesha County.Sheriff's officials say on Monday evening, September 22nd, they were investigating a report of a man walking on I-43 in the area of Big Bend.
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- Waukesha County Sheriff's officials say they are looking for a wanted man who was last seen in the southeastern part of Waukesha County.Sheriff's officials say on Monday evening, September 22nd, they were investigating a report of a man walking on I-43 in the area of Big Bend.
"I heard the engine sputtering:" Plane crashes on the Bugline Trail in Lannon
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- A small plane crashed along the Bugline Trail in the Village of Lannon during the lunch hour on Monday, September 22nd -- sending two people to the hospital.Two people were inside the plane.
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- A small plane crashed along the Bugline Trail in the Village of Lannon during the lunch hour on Monday, September 22nd -- sending two people to the hospital.Two people were inside the plane.