Plan your vacation at the Ultimate Travel Expo in Brookfield

Does the bitter cold have you down? Maybe you're dreaming of going to someplace warmer? Look no further than the Ultimate Travel Expo happening in Brookfield.

Ultimate Travel Expo in Brookfield
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Are the frigid temperatures outside already having you think about your next vacation? Whether you’re planning a cruise, a luxury escape, or your next big adventure, the ultimate travel expo will help you plan your next big vacation. Peter Nys joined FOX6 WakeUp live from the Brookfield Conference Center with what you need to know.

Waukesha lacks 24-hour warming center, leader concerned

A nonprofit leader is raising concerns about Waukesha County's lack of a 24-hour warming center amid the current cold snap.

"Exploding trees" in extreme cold? Truth behind social media posts

There is a inaccurate rumor spreading online that the extreme cold that will blanket the Midwest will make trees explode. FOX6 News shows you the truth.

Trees will NOT explode in the cold weather
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There is a wild and inaccurate rumor spreading online that extreme cold, which will blanket the Midwest, will make trees explode. FOX6 News shows you the truth about what will actually happen to the trees.

‘Race to Feed’ in Waukesha County
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Hundreds of people are packing Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) in Pewaukee on Thursday night, Jan. 22, for a friendly competition. On the surface, the goal is to fill bags and boxes with food. But the "Race to Feed" is more about filling stomachs.

Battling food insecurity in Waukesha County; 'Race to Feed' aims to help

Hundreds of people are packing Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) in Pewaukee on Thursday night, Jan. 22, for a friendly competition.

Pewaukee racer competes for NASCAR Truck Series ride on reality show

A 24-year-old Pewaukee racer is competing on a national reality show where the winner earns a full-time NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series ride this season, airing on FOX6.

2025 Waukesha homicides; Nikita Casap videos, documents released

For the first time, we are hearing from the teenager who said he killed his parents and hid their bodies in his Village of Waukesha home.

Lac La Belle police: Reports of projectiles causing damage to vehicles

The Lac La Belle Police Department has received reports of projectiles causing damage to vehicles on State Highway 67 (also known as North Lake Road).

NARI NextGen challenge gives SE Wisconsin students trade experience

Milwaukee and Waukesha-area students are building a backyard oasis through a regional trades challenge, the NARI NextGen Trades Challenge, gaining hands-on experience and exploring careers in construction.

Milwaukee fatal shooting at 38th and North; Brookfield man accused

A 67-year-old Brookfield man is accused of fatally shooting a man near 38th and North in Milwaukee on Tuesday, Jan. 13.

New Manufacturing Facility in Muskego; Inpro reveals construction plans

Inpro, a global manufacturer of architectural products, announced plans on Tuesday, Jan. 20, to construct a new manufacturing facility in the Muskego Industrial Park.

Child sexual assault; former Waukesha County correctional officer charged

Prosecutors charged a former Waukesha County correctional officer with sexually assaulting a child in 2024, citing multiple incidents as 32-year-old Codey Houdek remains jailed on $75,000 bond.

Child sexual assault; Waukesha County man charged
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A former Waukesha County correctional officer is in jail after prosecutors charged him with sexually assaulting a child on multiple occasions.

Threat to shoot officer, Waukesha County woman charged: complaint

Waukesha County prosecutors accuse a woman of repeatedly threatening to shoot an officer in the face, and it's far from her first run-in with the law.

Minneapolis ICE shooting, Waukesha protest calls for change

Hundreds of people gathered at Waukesha's Cutler Park to protest the Trump administration and ICE. The Wisconsin GOP addressed ICE's actions.

Frying fish at the All-Canada Show
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Fishing is a big part of the All-Canada Show. Jim Crowley joined FOX6 WakeUp live once again with a chef to show us a tasty Canadian dish.

Jim Crowley and Lucky at the All-Canada Show
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The All-Canada show is known throughout the Midwest for offering exclusive access to Canadian resorts, lodges, and outfitters that offer the finest fishing and hunting adventures across all provinces of Canada. Jim Crowley joined FOX6 WakeUp live to give us an inside look at his seminars at the show this weekend.