Ridglan Farms beagle rescue; Wisconsin shelters prepare for dogs

About 1,500 beagles are set to be rescued from Ridglan Farms, with hundreds headed to Wisconsin shelters as officials ask for foster families and donations to prepare for the influx.

Milwaukee I-794: Public weighs in on options
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WisDOT is hosting public hearings to decide the future of the 50-year-old I-794 Lake Interchange, which stretches from the Marquette Interchange to the Hoan Bridge.

Ridglan Farms beagles: Rescue groups pay for release of 1,500 dogs

Two organizations, including a Florida-based dog rescue with ties to the Trump family, will pay Ridglan Farms for the release of 1,500 beagles.

Milwaukee sex assault of teenage girl; Daniel Hawkins pleads guilty

A Milwaukee man accused of sexually assaulting a girl who went missing from a mental health facility in April 2025 has pleaded guilty to the two charges against him.

Masonic lodge theft, Milwaukee County judge denies bond change

A Milwaukee County judge denied a suburban Freemason lodge’s request to modify bond conditions for a husband and wife accused of stealing.

Milwaukee I-794: WisDOT hearings give public option to share feedback

Rethinking I-794 is what a public hearing at the Milwaukee Marriott is all about on Thursday, April 30. This, as the Wisconsin Department of Transportation looks for feedback on the proposed project.

Shot fired at Milwaukee building inspector, 11-year-old boy arrested

Milwaukee's Department of Neighborhood Services said a building inspector was the person who was shot at during an attempted carjacking.

UW-Milwaukee student trafficked for months, man accused

A Johnson Creek man is accused of trafficking a University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee student for months, collecting thousands of dollars from her.

Ridglan Farms beagles: Humane Society gets involved
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We learned how humane societies are getting involved in the release of the Ridglan Farms beagles. Amy Good spoke with FOX6's Mary Stoker Smith on Wisconsin Live Desk on Thursday, April 30. 

Glendale street takeover police chase, Illinois man charged

An Illinois man is accused of leading Glendale police on a high-speed chase after a weekend street takeover.

2026 Henry Maier Festival Park bag policy updates; what you should know

Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. (MWF) announced on Thursday, April 30, that it will implement a new bag policy and security protocols for all events at Henry Maier Festival Park this year.

Milwaukee Weather: Frost advisory, staying chilly

Sprinkles continue this evening, then partly cloudy overnight with a chance of frost as temperatures drop to low and middle 30s.

Glendale Chick-fil-A car theft attempt, woman arrested

Glendale police arrested a woman who they said tried to steal a delivery driver's car outside Chick-fil-A on Thursday, but didn't make it very far.

Wisconsin Lottery; 6 winning tickets sold, combined $8M in winnings

Six lucky Powerball tickets—totaling a combined $8,000,000 in winnings—were sold across Wisconsin for the April 29 draw.

Milwaukee DPW annual compost bin sale; pre-order by May 31, 2026

The City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works is hosting its 15th annual Backyard Compost Bin Sale, featuring the Home Composter, a compost bin not available in stores.

West Bend construction accident; worker killed, pinned under lumber

A worker was pinned underneath lumber and killed after an accident at a town of West Bend construction site on Wednesday morning, April 29.

Wisconsin gas prices surge; what caused the spike, drivers feel impact

Gas prices are rising across Wisconsin, with drivers and businesses feeling the impact, while a Milwaukee gas station owner offers free gas to seniors every other week.

Okauchee Lions Club theft caught on camera; police investigate

The Okauchee Lions Club says thieves stole about $2,000 in materials from its volunteer-run park, with surveillance video showing suspects loading a pickup truck before leaving.

Milwaukee leaf collection changes coming
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Milwaukee DPW says new leaf collection rules will require residents to bag leaves starting this fall, as neighbors react to ongoing curbside buildup and concerns about clogged drains.