Marquette University sex assault; suspect in custody, wanted in separate case

A man is in custody in connection to a Marquette University sexual assault earlier this month, and the man has been wanted for more than a year in another sexual assault case.

West Allis-Wauwatosa joint fire department’s new name debate
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The West Allis and Wauwatosa common councils approved the creation of a joint fire department earlier this week, and it has ignited a debate over its new name: Milwaukee Metro Fire Rescue.

Marquette University sex assault; suspect in custody
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A man is in custody in connection to a Marquette University sexual assault earlier this month, and the man has been wanted for more than a year in another sexual assault case.

West Allis-Wauwatosa joint fire department's new name ignites debate

The West Allis and Wauwatosa common councils approved the creation of a joint fire department, and it has ignited a debate over its new name.

Milwaukee DPW: Reserve neighborhood cleanup boxes for spring 2026

Milwaukee Sanitation Services announced on Friday, Feb. 27, that it will be providing roll-off boxes (dumpsters) for neighborhood cleanups this spring.

Child fentanyl death; Waukesha mother sentenced to 18 years prison

A Waukesha County judge sentenced Elida Tejeda on Friday, Feb. 27, to 18 years in prison in the May 2024 death of her 1-year-old daughter.

Walworth County barn fire, 14 sheep killed

Fourteen sheep were killed after a fire tore through a barn in Walworth County on Friday morning, Feb. 27.

Spring on Friday, then back to wintry weather Saturday

Snow returns on Saturday with 1-2" possible in and around Milwaukee, and 2-4" across far northern counties.

$112,668 winning Fast Play lottery ticket sold in West Allis

It was a quick, and big, win for a shopper in West Allis. On Thursday, a shopper at the Pick ‘n Save at 108th and Cleveland won $112,668 by purchasing a "Platinum Payout" Fast Play ticket.

Milwaukee's Wicked Hop remains closed; additional roach activity found

The Wicked Hop will remain closed after City of Milwaukee Health Department inspectors observed additional live roach activity on Friday.

Milwaukee spring leaf cleanup; rake leaves into street before March 15

The Milwaukee Department of Public Works (DPW) announced on Friday, Feb. 27, that it is offering a one-time spring leaf cleanup opportunity.

Racine drug bust, young children found in home; 2 arrested

Two people were arrested following a drug bust at a home in Racine on Thursday, and two young children were taken from the home by Child Protective Services.

Milwaukee domestic dispute shooting; 1 wounded, suspect sought

One person was taken to the hospital after a domestic dispute led to a shooting in Milwaukee on Friday, Feb. 27.

Milwaukee shooting; 20-year-old accused of firing shots after crash

A 20-year-old Milwaukee man is accused of firing multiple shots and wounding a man after a car crash on the city's south side on Feb. 23.

2026 Wisconsin elk hunt; DNR application period opens March 1

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced the application period for the 2026 elk hunt will open Sunday, March 1 and continues through Sunday, May 31.

2026 Milwaukee Camper, Travel & RV Show at State Fair Expo Center

Brian Kramp at the 2026 Milwaukee Camper, Travel & RV Show checking out a vehicle that’s much more than just a camper van.