Former principal files federal lawsuit against Raymond School District
A former Wisconsin principal of the year is taking his former school district to federal court. According to the complaint, Jeffrey Peterson claims Raymond School District leaders and political operatives conspired to harass, defame, and fire him because of his sexual orientation.
A former Wisconsin principal of the year is taking his former school district to federal court. According to the complaint, Jeffrey Peterson claims Raymond School District leaders and political operatives conspired to harass, defame, and fire him because of his sexual orientation.
Milwaukee Central Count mishap delays primary results, what happened?
The Wisconsin primary election did not come without some controversy. In Milwaukee, there was a nearly two-hour delay on getting results due to what officials say was a "human error." Five of the nine memory sticks brought to the courthouse did not actually have the election results on them. Instead, they had something called audit logs downloaded. Election officials had to go re-download the results and then make their way back to the courthouse.
The Wisconsin primary election did not come without some controversy. In Milwaukee, there was a nearly two-hour delay on getting results due to what officials say was a "human error." Five of the nine memory sticks brought to the courthouse did not actually have the election results on them. Instead, they had something called audit logs downloaded. Election officials had to go re-download the results and then make their way back to the courthouse.
Milwaukee crash, 2 people hit by vehicle near State Fair Park
Two people were hit by a vehicle near State Fair Park on Wednesday evening, Aug. 12.
Two people were hit by a vehicle near State Fair Park on Wednesday evening, Aug. 12.
Critically missing 10-year-old girl found safe: Milwaukee police
UPDATE: Milwaukee police said 10-year-old Jalynn Lacefield was found safe.
UPDATE: Milwaukee police said 10-year-old Jalynn Lacefield was found safe.
Crash that killed 2 Marquette students, man accused heading to trial
A Marquette University grad is heading to trial in a crash that killed two of his lacrosse teammates last year. 22-year-old Peter McColgan was driving an SUV last fall when it hit another car trying to turn at a yellow light at 27th and St. Paul. On Wednesday, Aug. 12, a judge found probable cause for the case to go forward.
A Marquette University grad is heading to trial in a crash that killed two of his lacrosse teammates last year. 22-year-old Peter McColgan was driving an SUV last fall when it hit another car trying to turn at a yellow light at 27th and St. Paul. On Wednesday, Aug. 12, a judge found probable cause for the case to go forward.
Racine's Party on the Pavement vendor fees double, spark backlash
Increased fees for a festival in downtown Racine has vendors upset, with some of them even bowing out of the event in protest.
Increased fees for a festival in downtown Racine has vendors upset, with some of them even bowing out of the event in protest.
Racine's Party on the Pavement vendor fees double, spark backlash
Increased fees for a festival in downtown Racine have vendors upset, with some of them even bowing out of the event in protest.
Increased fees for a festival in downtown Racine have vendors upset, with some of them even bowing out of the event in protest.
Milwaukee Weather: Perseid meteor shower tonight and more fog
Clearing skies tonight. Great viewing for the peak of the Perseid Meteor Shower overnight. Start looking NE after 11pm. Fog will be developing. Increasing clouds on Thursday with morning fog. Midday rain showers are likely with a quarter of an inch or less. Highs in the mid-70s. Mostly cloudy with a slight chance for t-storms. Highs in the mid-to-upper 70s. We might smell wildfire smoke at the surface late Thursday into Friday.
Clearing skies tonight. Great viewing for the peak of the Perseid Meteor Shower overnight. Start looking NE after 11pm. Fog will be developing. Increasing clouds on Thursday with morning fog. Midday rain showers are likely with a quarter of an inch or less. Highs in the mid-70s. Mostly cloudy with a slight chance for t-storms. Highs in the mid-to-upper 70s. We might smell wildfire smoke at the surface late Thursday into Friday.
Waukesha man charged with child abuse faces new child porn charges
New details have emerged in the case against the Waukesha father accused of beating his 1-month-old son. Police looked through the dad's cell phone and charged him with new crimes.
New details have emerged in the case against the Waukesha father accused of beating his 1-month-old son. Police looked through the dad's cell phone and charged him with new crimes.
Waukesha child abuse case, accused faces new charges
New details have emerged in the case against the Waukesha father accused of beating his 1-month-old son. Police looked through the dad's cell phone and charged him with new crimes.
New details have emerged in the case against the Waukesha father accused of beating his 1-month-old son. Police looked through the dad's cell phone and charged him with new crimes.
Wisconsin governor race: Candidates nominated, how we got here
The 2026 Wisconsin August primary election results are in. David Crowley narrowly won the Democratic primary for governor, Tom Tiffany ran away with the Republican nomination. FOX6's Jason Calvi explains how we got here and what's next.
The 2026 Wisconsin August primary election results are in. David Crowley narrowly won the Democratic primary for governor, Tom Tiffany ran away with the Republican nomination. FOX6's Jason Calvi explains how we got here and what's next.
Ridglan Farms beagles: Last dogs released from Wisconsin facility
The last Ridglan Farms beagles left the Wisconsin facility on Wednesday, marking an end to a years-long animal rights campaign and legal battle.
The last Ridglan Farms beagles left the Wisconsin facility on Wednesday, marking an end to a years-long animal rights campaign and legal battle.
Milwaukee shooting Wednesday, 15-year-old wounded
A teenager was shot and wounded in Milwaukee on Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 12.
A teenager was shot and wounded in Milwaukee on Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 12.
Ridglan Farms beagles; last of the dogs released
The last of the Ridglan Farms beagles have been released from the research facility in Blue Mounds, Wisconsin. FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn joined Wisconsin Live Desk to talk about how the dogs are faring.
The last of the Ridglan Farms beagles have been released from the research facility in Blue Mounds, Wisconsin. FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn joined Wisconsin Live Desk to talk about how the dogs are faring.
Wisconsin primary 2026: Sifting through the big races
Wisconsin Live Desk was joined by UW-Milwaukee Professor Emeritus Mordecai Lee to talk about the primary election; the winners and losers.
Wisconsin Live Desk was joined by UW-Milwaukee Professor Emeritus Mordecai Lee to talk about the primary election; the winners and losers.
Milwaukee homicides, wanted suspect arrested after standoff
Milwaukee police arrested a man, wanted for shooting and killing three people, after a standoff Tuesday afternoon.
Milwaukee police arrested a man, wanted for shooting and killing three people, after a standoff Tuesday afternoon.
What's Up in the Ward? August events
Jordan Dechambre with the Historic Third Ward Association highlights events happening in August.
Jordan Dechambre with the Historic Third Ward Association highlights events happening in August.
TSA at Mitchell International Airport: Touchless ID, summer travel
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) on Wednesday, Aug. 12 discussed TSA PreCheck Touchless ID and summer travel at Mitchell International Airport.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) on Wednesday, Aug. 12 discussed TSA PreCheck Touchless ID and summer travel at Mitchell International Airport.
David Crowley accepts the Democratic nomination for Wisconsin governor
David Crowley accepted the Democratic nomination for Wisconsin governor at Sherman Phoenix in Milwaukee on Wednesday, Aug. 12.
David Crowley accepted the Democratic nomination for Wisconsin governor at Sherman Phoenix in Milwaukee on Wednesday, Aug. 12.
Wisconsin primary election results, Tuesday takeaways
The 2026 Wisconsin August primary election results are in. Here's a look at some of the key takeaways.
The 2026 Wisconsin August primary election results are in. Here's a look at some of the key takeaways.