Milwaukee Water Works: Tips to prevent frozen, burst water pipes
Bitter cold air has descended on southeast Wisconsin and that often leads to pipes to freeze or burst. But there are steps you can take to prevent such damage in your home.
Bitter cold air has descended on southeast Wisconsin and that often leads to pipes to freeze or burst. But there are steps you can take to prevent such damage in your home.
Arctic air, potentially dangerous wind chills slated for Wisconsin
Bitter cold arctic air returns to Wisconsin. The National Weather Service may issue a Cold Weather Advisory for potentially dangerous wind chills Monday night and Tuesday morning.
Bitter cold arctic air returns to Wisconsin. The National Weather Service may issue a Cold Weather Advisory for potentially dangerous wind chills Monday night and Tuesday morning.
Outpost Natural Foods in Mequon; buying in bulk is big in 2025
Looking for ways to stretch your grocery dollar without compromising on quality? The team at Outpost Natural Foods can help.
Looking for ways to stretch your grocery dollar without compromising on quality? The team at Outpost Natural Foods can help.
Wisconsin State Fair: Comic Gabriel Iglesias on Main Stage Aug. 7, 2025
Wisconsin State Fair officials announced on Monday, Jan. 13 that comedian Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias will return to the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025.
Wisconsin State Fair officials announced on Monday, Jan. 13 that comedian Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias will return to the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025.
Juneau County semi rollover on I-90/94; Milwaukee truck driver hurt
A 50-year-old Milwaukee truck driver was hurt after a rollover crash of his semi on I-90/94 in Juneau County early Monday, Jan. 13.
A 50-year-old Milwaukee truck driver was hurt after a rollover crash of his semi on I-90/94 in Juneau County early Monday, Jan. 13.
Wauwatosa hit-and-run crash; man accused had infant in SUV: complaint
A 27-year-old Milwaukee man is accused in a hit-and-run crash – and fleeing the scene with an infant in the back seat of the car.
A 27-year-old Milwaukee man is accused in a hit-and-run crash – and fleeing the scene with an infant in the back seat of the car.
Glendale police chase of stolen SUV; speeds exceeded 90 mph
A 17-year-old Milwaukee boy is accused of leading police on a miles-long police chase in what was believed to be a stolen SUV.
A 17-year-old Milwaukee boy is accused of leading police on a miles-long police chase in what was believed to be a stolen SUV.
LA wildfires; apartment of Mequon man's brother burned to the ground
As the wildfires expand in Los Angeles, we are hearing more stories from survivors of the disaster. That includes the brother of a Mequon man.
As the wildfires expand in Los Angeles, we are hearing more stories from survivors of the disaster. That includes the brother of a Mequon man.
78-year-old Wisconsin Eagle Scout receives honor after decades
A Wisconsin man has finally achieved his dream of becoming an Eagle Scout. It only took him about 65 years to do so.
A Wisconsin man has finally achieved his dream of becoming an Eagle Scout. It only took him about 65 years to do so.
Caledonia barn fire; family's next steps
A massive barn fire broke out in Caledonia on Saturday evening, Jan. 11.
A massive barn fire broke out in Caledonia on Saturday evening, Jan. 11.
West Allis pedestrian struck, injured Sunday
A West Allis man was struck by a vehicle in West Allis on Sunday, Jan. 12.
A West Allis man was struck by a vehicle in West Allis on Sunday, Jan. 12.
Racine tactical situation resolved near Geneva and Hagerer streets
There was a significant police presence near the intersection of Geneva Street and Hagerer Street in Racine on Sunday, Jan. 12.
There was a significant police presence near the intersection of Geneva Street and Hagerer Street in Racine on Sunday, Jan. 12.
Milwaukee County pursuit stretches 7+ miles; driver cited for OWI
A 44-year-old Milwaukee man is accused of leading a Milwaukee County sheriff's deputy on a pursuit that stretched more than seven miles.
A 44-year-old Milwaukee man is accused of leading a Milwaukee County sheriff's deputy on a pursuit that stretched more than seven miles.
MPS teacher assaulted in class, student charged more than a year later
A man is accused of assaulting a Milwaukee Public Schools teacher in class when he was a student in 2023.
A man is accused of assaulting a Milwaukee Public Schools teacher in class when he was a student in 2023.
VISIT Milwaukee shares 'Things To Do' for January 2025
There is so much to see and do in the new year – and VISIT Milwaukee joined the WakeUp News team to sort it all out.
There is so much to see and do in the new year – and VISIT Milwaukee joined the WakeUp News team to sort it all out.
2025 Midwinter Gaming Convention in Pewaukee; ready to play?
Are you ready to play? Then you should make your way to the Midwinter Gaming Convention at The Ingleside Hotel in Pewaukee.
Are you ready to play? Then you should make your way to the Midwinter Gaming Convention at The Ingleside Hotel in Pewaukee.
Milwaukee County Jail inmate accused of assaulting officers
A Milwaukee County Jail inmate is accused of assaulting correctional officers during two different incidents last year.
A Milwaukee County Jail inmate is accused of assaulting correctional officers during two different incidents last year.
Milwaukee shooting Saturday; 23-year-old wounded
Milwaukee police say a 23-year-old was shot and wounded on Saturday, Jan. 11 – but they know little more about this crime.
Milwaukee police say a 23-year-old was shot and wounded on Saturday, Jan. 11 – but they know little more about this crime.
Milwaukee shootings Sunday; 2 wounded in separate incidents
Two people were shot and wounded in separate incidents in Milwaukee early Sunday, Jan. 12.
Two people were shot and wounded in separate incidents in Milwaukee early Sunday, Jan. 12.
Chase, crash into Milwaukee library construction site; man in court
A Milwaukee man appeared in court Saturday on charges related to a pursuit that ended with a crash into a library construction site.
A Milwaukee man appeared in court Saturday on charges related to a pursuit that ended with a crash into a library construction site.