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.

Milwaukee shooting Wednesday, 57th and Hadley; 9-year-old injured

Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that injured a 9-year-old near near 57th and Hadley on Wednesday, April 29, hours after a 2-year-old died after accidentally shooting themselves.

Milwaukee shots fired; 3 juveniles arrested after pursuit, crash

Milwaukee police say a shots fired incident tied to an attempted car theft led to a pursuit, crash and arrest of three juveniles, ages 14, 16 and 11, in a stolen vehicle on Wednesday, April 29.

Critically missing Milwaukee woman found safe

The Milwaukee Police Department says Marquetta Richardson has been found safe.

Milwaukee school board reelects Missy Zombor as president

The Milwaukee Board of School Directors unanimously reelected Missy Zombor to a second term as president and elected James Ferguson as vice president.

Brewers, Aurora surprise breast cancer survivor with spa day

The Brewers and Aurora Health Care came together to give a Milwaukee cancer survivor a heartwarming surprise on Wednesday.

Wisconsin's Most Wanted for April 2026
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These are Wisconsin's Most Wanted fugitives being sought by U.S. Marshals in April 2026.

Waukesha Christmas parade attack memorials show visible cracks

Waukesha's two memorials for the victims of the 2021 Christmas parade attack are both showing signs of damage. They have only been up for a few years.

Germantown traffic stop; 2 arrested, officer exposed to fentanyl

Germantown police say a traffic stop led to two arrests and the recovery of cocaine and fentanyl, after an officer was exposed to a suspected substance and treated with Narcan.

Video: Muskego Taco Bell fight leads to gunshots, 3 people charged

The Muskego Police Department on Wednesday released video of a fight that led to gunshots outside a Taco Bell. Three people have been charged.

Milwaukee Weather: Staying chilly, more rain chances plus some frost

Rain ends later this evening and clouds slowly decrease by morning. Patchy frost will be possible overnight, and again Friday and Saturday morning.

Ridglan Farms beagle deal; about 1,500 dogs set for rescue

A rescue deal could move about 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms, as new reporting sheds light ahead of a major announcement and questions remain about hundreds of dogs not included.

Milwaukee leaf collection change aimed at reducing floods, DPW says

Leaders with Milwaukee's Department of Public Works on Wednesday announced two major changes after heavy rain earlier this month flooded streets and basements around the city.

Milwaukee intentional vehicle strike; 1 hurt during dispute, man arrested

Milwaukee police said a 39-year-old suffered life-threatening injuries after being intentionally struck by a vehicle on Wednesday. A man was later arrested.

Milwaukee man wanted for killing barber near Burleigh and Lisbon

A Milwaukee man with a criminal history spanning more than four decades is wanted for shooting and killing Pierre Smith near Lisbon and Burleigh.

Milwaukee 30th Street bike, pedestrian trails proposed; feedback sought

The Milwaukee County Department of Transportation is seeking public feedback on bicycle and pedestrian trail concepts along the 30th Street Corridor.

Milwaukee sex assault, burglary; person of interest in custody

Milwaukee police are asking for the public's help to identify and locate a man wanted in connection to a sexual assault and burglary that happened near 50th and Burleigh on Sunday evening, April 19.