West Allis-Wauwatosa joint fire department's new name ignites debate
The West Allis and Wauwatosa common councils approved the creation of a joint fire department, and it has ignited a debate over its new name.
The West Allis and Wauwatosa common councils approved the creation of a joint fire department, and it has ignited a debate over its new name.
Milwaukee DPW: Reserve neighborhood cleanup boxes for spring 2026
Milwaukee Sanitation Services announced on Friday, Feb. 27, that it will be providing roll-off boxes (dumpsters) for neighborhood cleanups this spring.
Milwaukee Sanitation Services announced on Friday, Feb. 27, that it will be providing roll-off boxes (dumpsters) for neighborhood cleanups this spring.
Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office won't use facial recognition tech
The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office has decided not to use facial recognition technology.
The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office has decided not to use facial recognition technology.
Child fentanyl death; Waukesha mother sentenced to 18 years prison
A Waukesha County judge sentenced Elida Tejeda on Friday, Feb. 27, to 18 years in prison in the May 2024 death of her 1-year-old daughter.
A Waukesha County judge sentenced Elida Tejeda on Friday, Feb. 27, to 18 years in prison in the May 2024 death of her 1-year-old daughter.
Walworth County barn fire, 14 sheep killed
Fourteen sheep were killed after a fire tore through a barn in Walworth County on Friday morning, Feb. 27.
Fourteen sheep were killed after a fire tore through a barn in Walworth County on Friday morning, Feb. 27.
Spring on Friday, then back to wintry weather Saturday
Snow returns on Saturday with 1-2" possible in and around Milwaukee, and 2-4" across far northern counties.
Snow returns on Saturday with 1-2" possible in and around Milwaukee, and 2-4" across far northern counties.
Milwaukee Weather: Snow returns Saturday, cold weekend
Falling temperatures tonight with accumulating snow between 8am-6pm Saturday.
Falling temperatures tonight with accumulating snow between 8am-6pm Saturday.
Bird flu confirmed in Jefferson County commercial poultry flock
Avian influenza, also known as bird flu, has been identified in a commercial poultry flock in Jefferson County.
Avian influenza, also known as bird flu, has been identified in a commercial poultry flock in Jefferson County.
$112,668 winning Fast Play lottery ticket sold in West Allis
It was a quick, and big, win for a shopper in West Allis. On Thursday, a shopper at the Pick ‘n Save at 108th and Cleveland won $112,668 by purchasing a "Platinum Payout" Fast Play ticket.
It was a quick, and big, win for a shopper in West Allis. On Thursday, a shopper at the Pick ‘n Save at 108th and Cleveland won $112,668 by purchasing a "Platinum Payout" Fast Play ticket.
Milwaukee's Wicked Hop remains closed; additional roach activity found
The Wicked Hop will remain closed after City of Milwaukee Health Department inspectors observed additional live roach activity on Friday.
The Wicked Hop will remain closed after City of Milwaukee Health Department inspectors observed additional live roach activity on Friday.
Milwaukee spring leaf cleanup; rake leaves into street before March 15
The Milwaukee Department of Public Works (DPW) announced on Friday, Feb. 27, that it is offering a one-time spring leaf cleanup opportunity.
The Milwaukee Department of Public Works (DPW) announced on Friday, Feb. 27, that it is offering a one-time spring leaf cleanup opportunity.
Racine drug bust, young children found in home; 2 arrested
Two people were arrested following a drug bust at a home in Racine on Thursday, and two young children were taken from the home by Child Protective Services.
Two people were arrested following a drug bust at a home in Racine on Thursday, and two young children were taken from the home by Child Protective Services.
Milwaukee domestic dispute shooting; 1 wounded, suspect sought
One person was taken to the hospital after a domestic dispute led to a shooting in Milwaukee on Friday, Feb. 27.
One person was taken to the hospital after a domestic dispute led to a shooting in Milwaukee on Friday, Feb. 27.
Milwaukee shooting; 20-year-old accused of firing shots after crash
A 20-year-old Milwaukee man is accused of firing multiple shots and wounding a man after a car crash on the city's south side on Feb. 23.
A 20-year-old Milwaukee man is accused of firing multiple shots and wounding a man after a car crash on the city's south side on Feb. 23.
2026 Wisconsin elk hunt; DNR application period opens March 1
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced the application period for the 2026 elk hunt will open Sunday, March 1 and continues through Sunday, May 31.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced the application period for the 2026 elk hunt will open Sunday, March 1 and continues through Sunday, May 31.
2026 Milwaukee Camper, Travel & RV Show at State Fair Expo Center
Brian Kramp at the 2026 Milwaukee Camper, Travel & RV Show checking out a vehicle that’s much more than just a camper van.
Brian Kramp at the 2026 Milwaukee Camper, Travel & RV Show checking out a vehicle that’s much more than just a camper van.
Milwaukee judge calls out marijuana odor in courthouse
A Milwaukee County judge on Thursday, Feb. 26, criticized the smell of marijuana inside the courthouse during a sentencing hearing, calling it inappropriate and illegal as visitors described the odor as common.
A Milwaukee County judge on Thursday, Feb. 26, criticized the smell of marijuana inside the courthouse during a sentencing hearing, calling it inappropriate and illegal as visitors described the odor as common.
Milwaukee courthouse marijuana odor draws criticism from judge
A Milwaukee County judge on Thursday, Feb. 26, criticized the smell of marijuana inside the courthouse during a sentencing hearing, calling it inappropriate and illegal as visitors described the odor as common.
A Milwaukee County judge on Thursday, Feb. 26, criticized the smell of marijuana inside the courthouse during a sentencing hearing, calling it inappropriate and illegal as visitors described the odor as common.
Oak Creek reckless driving stop leads to drug bust; 4 arrested
Oak Creek police arrested four people on Wednesday, Feb. 26, after a reckless driving stop uncovered methamphetamine, fentanyl and cocaine, with two suspects having outstanding warrants for their arrests.
Oak Creek police arrested four people on Wednesday, Feb. 26, after a reckless driving stop uncovered methamphetamine, fentanyl and cocaine, with two suspects having outstanding warrants for their arrests.
Milwaukee affordable housing; emerging developers get more involved
There is a new push in Milwaukee to get people into homes they can afford; more affordable housing. But what exactly does that mean?
There is a new push in Milwaukee to get people into homes they can afford; more affordable housing. But what exactly does that mean?