Wisconsin Democrats host governor candidate forum in Glendale

Wisconsin Democratic candidates for governor answered voter questions on healthcare, education and leadership Sunday, May 17, during a forum at Nicolet High School.

West Allis homeowner says someone set fire to house as she slept

A West Allis homeowner says surveillance video shows someone dousing her home and setting it on fire while she slept inside early Sunday morning, May 17.

Milwaukee Weather: Warming up on Monday

A warm front will push through which means rising temperatures overnight. A weakening line of t-storms is expected overnight as well. Morning showers and t-storms on Monday, otherwise warm by afternoon with highs in the low 80s.

Wisconsin's Most Wanted: Erin Conley sought for child sex assault

Investigators say a Milwaukee woman preyed on a little girl, then threatened her life. Erin Conley was charged with repeated sexual assault of a minor and went on the run.

Milwaukee fatal hit-and-run crash; man pleads guilty, sentenced

A Milwaukee man who was charged with hit-and-run resulting in death in connection with a crash on the city's south side back in May 2025 was sentenced to prison.

Kenosha Correctional Center inmate escape, man charged

A man has been criminally charged after prosecutors say he escaped the Kenosha Correctional Center and went on the run for more than a week.

Car crashes into school bus; Milwaukee man sentenced

A Milwaukee man, accused of crashing into a school bus and causing it to tip onto its side in February 2025, was sentenced to the House of Correction.

Holy Redeemer Church celebrates 40th anniversary with free concert
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Holy Redeemer Institutional Church of God In Christ has been a cornerstone in the Milwaukee community for 40 years. Senior Executive Pastor Dr. Valerie Daniels-Carter joined us in studio to reflect on the church's impact and to discuss an upcoming gospel concert. 

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant opens new location in Pleasant Prairie
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Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant is expanding in Southeastern Wisconsin. General Manager Jim Alexander gives us a look at the wine offerings at the new Pleasant Prairie location. 

NARI Milwaukee 2026 Tour of Homes
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The NARI Milwaukee 2026 Tour of Homes gives people the opportunity to experience exceptional remodeling work up close, meet the professionals behind the projects, and gather inspiration for your own home. Louis Weiher joined FOX6 WakeUp live to give us a tour of a house that's in the tour.

Delavan vehicle vs. scooter crash; 12-year-old seriously injured

A child who was riding a scooter was seriously injured when they were involved in a crash with a vehicle in Delavan on Friday, May 15.

Boy hit in West Allis recovering, mother grateful he's still alive

A 4-year-old boy was hit by a car while crossing the street in West Allis on Friday. His mother is grateful he is still alive.

Wisconsin governor race, Republicans endorse Tiffany at convention

In the race for governor, the Republican Party of Wisconsin officially endorsed Tom Tiffany at its state convention on Saturday, May 16.

African stork in Wisconsin: Safari Lake Geneva owner recalls rescue

A stork native to Africa had been spotted across northeast Wisconsin for weeks. Now, it has a home – for now – at Safari Lake Geneva.

UWM graduation: Mother, son earn degrees at same time

UWM's commencement ceremony is this weekend. For the Peters family, it is an extra special occasion with both mother and son graduating.

Racine stabbing dispute leads to shooting, man charged: prosecutors

Racine County prosecutors say a man shot a woman, and nearly hit three other people, during a dispute about a stabbing earlier this month.

Racine lifeguard training, rescue robot demonstration

The Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project held Lake Michigan water safety training for lifeguards on Saturday, and demonstrated a "lifesaving" robot.

Black Women's Forum returns to Racine
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The Black Women's Forum returns to Racine for a third year. Organizer, April Harris, says the event will include a powerful panel and conversation set to inspire and uplift women of color. 

Milwaukee crash kills woman, grandson; man sentenced

A Milwaukee man convicted in a crash that killed a woman and her grandson – while he was one of "Wisconsin's Most Wanted" – has been sentenced to prison.