Racine shooting; massive police presence near Reschke and Prospect

There was a significant police presence near Reschke and Prospect in Racine on Tuesday afternoon, July 22 due to a shooting and standoff.

Shirtless man approaches state representative's Milwaukee home

The Wisconsin State Capitol Police Department is asking for the public's help to identify a man who showed up shirtless at a state representative's Milwaukee residence.

Wisconsin Lottery NASCAR Powerball Playoff; still time to redeem winning tickets

The Wisconsin Lottery is reminding players there is still time to redeem their winning tickets for the June 23, 2025, NASCAR Powerball Playoff Bonus Draw.

Milwaukee fatal hit-and-run crash; Xavier Perez made initial appearance in court

Xavier Perez, the 20-year-old Milwaukee man charged in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that happened on the city's south side in August 2024, made his initial appearance in court on Monday, July 21. Cash bond was set at $100,000.

Milwaukee's abandoned boat; online public auction for 'Deep Thought'

Milwaukee County Parks has launched an online auction for "Deep Thought," the abandoned boat recently removed from Lake Michigan.

Milwaukee shootings Monday; 2 wounded

Two people were wounded in separate shootings in Milwaukee on Monday, July 21.

Wisconsin officials warn of phone, text scams in July 2025

Your cellphone keeps you connected. It also makes you vulnerable. Scammers call and text constantly, hoping to catch you off-guard.

Wisconsin e-cigarette ban; businesses suing state to block

Wisconsin e-cigarette retailers are suing the state over a law that requires electronic vaping devices to be authorized by the FDA before they can be sold.

Wisconsin jails, ICE contracts; agenda to detain more immigrants

The ACLU of Wisconsin recently discovered that local Wisconsin county sheriffs made deals with ICE to house and transport detained immigrants.

Milwaukee fatal apartment fire; residents find items stolen

Former residents of Highland Court Apartments say they've tried to recover their belongings after a devastating fire, only to find items missing.

Elm Grove suspicious activity; police seek to ID door knocker

Elm Grove police are investigating reports of a person approaching homes, ringing doorbells, and in some cases pounding on doors before fleeing the area.

Milwaukee police chase, man fleeing officers crashes into tree

A 24-year-old Milwaukee man is accused of leading police on a high-speed chase before crashing into a tree and fleeing on foot.

Milwaukee County bus driver beaten near Florist and Teutonia

Milwaukee police say a Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver was beaten while on the bus on Friday, July 18.