Waukesha police shooting following hostage situation at Meijer

A hostage situation at the Waukesha Meijer on Sunset Drive led to a police shooting on Thursday evening, July 30.

Waukesha police briefing on Meijer incident
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Waukesha police offered new information about an incident that unfolded inside a Meijer store in which an officer discharged his service weapon.

Waukesha police incident at Meijer, witness interviews
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FOX6 is on scene of a large police scene at the Waukesha Meijer on Sunset Drive on Thursday, July 30. FOX6 spoke to several shoppers who were in or near the store when the incident happened.

Waukesha Dairy Queen Miracle Treat Day benefits Children's Wisconsin

A blizzard in July? No, the FOX6 Weather Experts are not tracking snow. It’s all about the famous treats at Dairy Queen, where going out for ice cream Thursday will help kids at Children's Wisconsin.

Waukesha DQ Miracle Treat Day benefits Children's Wisconsin
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A blizzard in July? No, the FOX6 Weather Experts are not tracking snow. It’s all about the famous treats at Dairy Queen, where going out for ice cream Thursday will help kids at Children's Wisconsin.

Waukesha County Board honors Paul Farrow, interim executive appointed

On Tuesday, July 28, the Waukesha County Board of Supervisors approved a formal resolution honoring the life, leadership, and dedicated public service of County Executive Paul Farrow.

Waukesha County sheriff candidates on bodycams, leadership

With no challenger from Democrats, whoever wins the August Republican primary for Waukesha County sheriff will take the job.

Oconomowoc fatal hit-and-run; man pleads no contest, sentenced

The man charged in a fatal hit-and-run in Oconomowoc back in 2025 pleaded no contest and was sentenced to prison.

Child sex assault, Pewaukee bus driver gets 60 years in prison

Thomas Felser, a former school bus driver convicted of sexually assaulting Pewaukee children, will spend the rest of his life in prison, a judge ruled.

HAWS Waukesha adoption, long-term dogs in need of homes

The Humane Animal Welfare Society in Waukesha needs help finding homes for a bunch of long-term guests.

Menomonee Falls Target theft; $2,399 worth of electronics stolen

The Menomonee Falls Police Department is asking for help identifying a suspect accused of stealing $2,399 worth of electronics from Target.

Waukesha father accused of abusing baby gets $1 million bond

A Waukesha father, who prosecutors said physically abused his 1-month-old son, appeared in court Thursday. His cash bond was set at $1 million.

Town of Delafield referendum, Fire & Rescue on August ballot

Town of Delafield voters will have a $450,000 question on the August ballot, a referendum tied to Lake Country Fire & Rescue services.

Waukesha crash: Man killed, family seeks help with home repairs

A Waukesha man who said his son was hit by a dump truck and killed earlier this month needs the public’s help while he grieves.

Former Big Bend DPW superintendent punched man, gets probation

The former Big Bend DPW superintendent, who prosecutors said punched a man in the face during an argument over a parking space, has been sentenced.

Child porn case, former Whitnall Middle School teacher sentenced

A former Whitnall Middle School teacher, convicted in a 2024 child pornography possession case, has been sentenced to prison.

EAA AirVenture traffic impacted by Waukesha County Airport runway closure

Aviation enthusiasts are preparing for the annual EAA AirVenture event in Oshkosh next week, but runway construction at Waukesha County Airport has forced a temporary closure of the main runway.