Madison protests: Encampment cleared, police make arrests

Madison police arrested several people and cited others after protests that followed removal of an encampment where police shot and killed Corey Ruiz.

Merton culvert failure, Highway E closed to through traffic

The Waukesha County Department of Public Works shut down a stretch of highway in Merton after a culvert failed.

National Night Out: Mount Pleasant police give community insight

The Mount Pleasant Police Department used its National Night Out to invite community members to connect with officers in their neighborhoods.

Child sex assault, longtime Milwaukee radio fixture accused

Prosecutors charged a former Milwaukee radio executive and longtime fixture in the city’s radio and music scene with child sexual assault.

Wisconsin State Fair: Sporkies, Drinkies winners revealed for 2026

The Wisconsin State Fair Sporkies and Drinkies winners for 2026 have been revealed. Check out the fair food creations that claimed top honors this year.

Madison police protest encampment cleared, demonstrations continues
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City of Madison crews cleared out an encampment near Williamson and Baldwin streets on Tuesday, Aug. 4, which had been established to protest the fatal police shooting of Corey Ruiz. This led to tensions between authorities and demonstrators, which led to additional arrests. 

Madison police use pepper spray, 2 arrested after protest encampment cleared
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City of Madison crews cleared out an encampment near Williamson and Baldwin streets on Tuesday, Aug. 4, which had been established to protest the fatal police shooting of Corey Ruiz. This video shows police using pepper spray on demonstrators, and two people were taken into custody. 

Wisconsin's Most Wanted: John Luckett arrested, found hiding in attic

U.S. Marshals said John Luckett was arrested. He was charged with smuggling drugs into jail that killed his cellmate, bonded out and went on the run.

Slinger construction worker airlifted after falling from ladder into basement

Flight for Life airlifted a construction worker to the hospital Tuesday, August 4, after they fell from a ladder at a Slinger construction site.

Clear the Shelters 2026 adoption event: 60 animals arrive on rescue flight

HAWS kicked off Clear the Shelters 2026 on Tuesday, Aug. 4, welcoming a rescue transport flight to Waukesha. A total of 60 animals arrived on the flight.

Pirates defeat Brewers for the 6th time in 7 games this season

Spencer Horwitz hit a three-run double and the Pittsburgh Pirates extended their dominance over the Brewers this season, beating Milwaukee 4-3 on Monday night in the opener of a four-game series.

Brew Crew Tuesday returns to FOX6 as 50-50 Raffle helps Milwaukee

Crew Tuesday is back on FOX6 on Aug. 4. Catch the Brewers face the Pirates at 6:30 p.m., while FOX6 News celebrates the team with fans all day long.

Lincoln Avenue Elementary school supply drive hosted by MPD District 2

Milwaukee police are asking you to help students, staff, and families impacted by the Lincoln Avenue School fire by donating to a supply drive.

Grafton dam repairs approved by village board after public debate

The Grafton Village Board passed a motion to repair the Grafton dam and solicit bids. The decision came after three hours of public comment, featuring no time limit for public comment and a packed high school auditorium.

Wauwatosa mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus, more cases likely

The weather this time of year brings out one of the most annoying insects. West Nile was recently found in mosquitoes in Wauwatosa. An expert says more cases are likely.

Grafton Dam meeting, public comment; motion passed to repair dam
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The future of a Grafton landmark was up for debate on Monday night, Aug. 3, after a mechanical failure left the Bridge Street Dam inoperable. The Village met to decide if the dam should be repaired, removed or redesigned, and that meeting went for several due to the lengthy public comment. Ultimately, the motion passed to repair dam and start soliciting bids.

Milwaukee Weather: T-Storm chances return Tuesday afternoon

Clear skies overnight with temperatures dropping into the 60s by sunrise. Increasing clouds on Tuesday with a chance for afternoon/nighttime t-storms. Warm and humid with highs in the mid-80s.

Pilot lands helicopter in Cabela's parking lot in Richfield
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The Washington County Sheriff's Office releases some body camera footage showing a deputy walk up to a helicopter that was parked in the Cabela's parking lot in Richfield. Turns out, there were no violations or arrests.

Wisconsin appeals court election lines ruling could impact future

The Wisconsin Appeals Court ruled against the DNC and sided with the RNC in a case from 2024 that could impact future elections.