Milwaukee homicides surge early in 2026, raising domestic violence concerns

Six people have been killed in Milwaukee in the first 15 days of 2026, prompting concern from advocates who say domestic violence may be a factor in several of the cases.

Corey Stingley death: Men plead guilty to murder, sentences deferred

Two men charged with felony murder in the death of 16-year-old Corey Stingley appeared in Milwaukee County court on Thursday.

Questions over pay raises for Milwaukee Mayor, Common Council members

Roughly two years ago, Milwaukee city leaders voted to give their own positions regular pay raises. Now those raises are kicking in, but there are questions about potential lawsuits.

Questions over pay raises for elected Milwaukee officials
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There are questions over the legality of pay raises for Milwaukee city leaders, including Common Council members and the Mayor.

Waukesha County woman arrested again; accused of threatening students

Waukesha County sheriff's deputies say a 70-year-old woman threatened kids on a school playground, again. Now, she's been arrested for the second time in just over a month.

Greenfield police chief more charges possible
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Greenfield's police chief, already charged with misconduct in office, could be facing additional criminal charges.

Greenfield police chief could face additional charges: prosecutors

Greenfield's police chief, already on paid leave and charged with misconduct in office, could be facing additional criminal charges.

Drunk bus driver hit, killed Greenfield pedestrian: complaint

A since-fired Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver is accused of driving drunk when he hit and killed a pedestrian last year.

Open Record: Power Surge

This week on Open Record, FOX6's Carl Deffenbaugh, Bryan Polcyn and Jason Calvi explore the extreme electricity demands and water use concerns of data centers.

Sheboygan's Above & Beyond Children’s Museum "Free Days of Play"

Mark your calendars! The Acuity-sponsored Free Days of Play at Above & Beyond Children's Museum in Sheboygan have been announced for 2026.

Oshkosh Defense lands $53M order for Common Bridge Transporters

Oshkosh Defense LLC announced on Thursday, Jan. 15, that U.S. Army Contracting Command has placed a $53 million order for Common Bridge Transporters.

Prevent frozen pipes, meters; Milwaukee Water Works shares tips

Milwaukee Water Works has tips for residents to reduce the risk of frozen pipes and water meters with sustained cold in the forecast.

2026 Fairest of the Fairs; Kenosha County's Kaelie Billingsley crowned

Wisconsin State Fair officials introduced on Wednesday evening, Jan. 14, the 2026 Wisconsin Fairest of the Fairs, a young woman from Kenosha County.

Milwaukee Walgreens theft, Zyren Stewart sentenced

One of two Milwaukee brothers charged with stealing an estimated $11,000 from Walgreens learned his sentence on Wednesday, Jan. 14.

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center; educational workshops, great programs

Next weekend, grab the kids and head to Schlitz Audubon Nature Center’s annual Hootenanny for a day filled with food, drinks, dancing and even owls.

Mother killed in Milwaukee fatal shooting
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Milwaukee police are investigating a fatal shooting near Appleton and Silver Spring that killed a 29-year-old woman on Wednesday, Jan. 14, as family members called the incident an act of domestic violence.