Map: Milwaukee County air quality reaches worst-ever level
Milwaukee County's air quality officially reached its worst ever level on Thursday as wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota blanketed the area.
Milwaukee County's air quality officially reached its worst ever level on Thursday as wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota blanketed the area.
Wildfires, wildfire smoke more prevalent in recent decades?
Wildfires and wildfire smoke has been noted a lot more in recent decades. FOX6 Chief Meteorologist Rob Haswell spoke with Shel Winkley with Climate Central, to explain what might be happening to cause this.
Wildfires and wildfire smoke has been noted a lot more in recent decades. FOX6 Chief Meteorologist Rob Haswell spoke with Shel Winkley with Climate Central, to explain what might be happening to cause this.
Wildfire smoke: Impact on Milwaukee city services
Milwaukee city leaders talk about the wildfire smoke and its impact on city services.
Milwaukee city leaders talk about the wildfire smoke and its impact on city services.
Cyclosporiasis in Wisconsin: 61 cases reported from May 1 to July 15
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has updated the number of cases of cyclosporiasis to 61 from May 1 to July 15, 2026.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has updated the number of cases of cyclosporiasis to 61 from May 1 to July 15, 2026.
LIVE UPDATES: Wisconsin air quality, wildfire smoke blankets region
A thick blanket of smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota has reached southeast Wisconsin, creating unhealthy air quality and hazy conditions across the area.
A thick blanket of smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota has reached southeast Wisconsin, creating unhealthy air quality and hazy conditions across the area.
Winning $122K Badger 5 Jackpot split; tickets sold in Wausau, Hartford
A $122,000 Badger 5 jackpot from the July 14 drawing is being split between two winning tickets purchased at a Kwik Trip in Wausau and Hartford's Gill's Petro, LLC.
A $122,000 Badger 5 jackpot from the July 14 drawing is being split between two winning tickets purchased at a Kwik Trip in Wausau and Hartford's Gill's Petro, LLC.
Wisconsin wildfire smoke; City of Milwaukee suspends some services
Due to poor air quality, the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) and Department of Public Works (DPW) are modifying operations to help protect employee health and safety.
Due to poor air quality, the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) and Department of Public Works (DPW) are modifying operations to help protect employee health and safety.
Wildfire smoke in Wisconsin: Pictures, videos from FOX6 viewers
A thick blanket of smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota has reached southeast Wisconsin, creating unhealthy air quality and hazy conditions.
A thick blanket of smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota has reached southeast Wisconsin, creating unhealthy air quality and hazy conditions.
We Energies looking for next 'ambassadog,' cast your vote now
Voting is officially open to select the next We Energies safe digging "ambassadog"!
Voting is officially open to select the next We Energies safe digging "ambassadog"!
Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman, 1-on-1 with Open Record
FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn sits down with Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman. They discuss the recent charges against a police officer and detective for misusing license plate camera technology for personal reasons. Plus, Bryan and FOX6's Carl Deffenbaugh talk to Arthur Hollis of the Milwaukee Alliance about efforts to impose new restrictions on the police department's pursuit policy.
FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn sits down with Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman. They discuss the recent charges against a police officer and detective for misusing license plate camera technology for personal reasons. Plus, Bryan and FOX6's Carl Deffenbaugh talk to Arthur Hollis of the Milwaukee Alliance about efforts to impose new restrictions on the police department's pursuit policy.
Milwaukee Flock camera misuse prompts woman to seek review of her case
A Milwaukee woman is hoping investigators will take another look at her case after two police officers were charged with misconduct for misusing the Flock camera system.
A Milwaukee woman is hoping investigators will take another look at her case after two police officers were charged with misconduct for misusing the Flock camera system.
Wisconsin high temperatures: Heat advisory Wednesday, July 15
The NWS issued a heat advisory for all of southeast Wisconsin – and many communities saw triple-digit heat and heat indices – on Wednesday, July 15.
The NWS issued a heat advisory for all of southeast Wisconsin – and many communities saw triple-digit heat and heat indices – on Wednesday, July 15.
Waukesha County OWI arrest; Wisconsin man arrested for 4th offense
A 51-year-old man from Sun Prairie was arrested in Waukesha County on Wednesday, July 15 for operating a motor vehicle under the influence, 4th offense.
A 51-year-old man from Sun Prairie was arrested in Waukesha County on Wednesday, July 15 for operating a motor vehicle under the influence, 4th offense.
Milwaukee County Transit System proposes 25% service cuts for 2027
Big changes could be coming for the Milwaukee County Transit System. MCTS is proposing an approximate 25% reduction in service starting in 2027.
Big changes could be coming for the Milwaukee County Transit System. MCTS is proposing an approximate 25% reduction in service starting in 2027.
Back-to-school online shopping, Wisconsin officials issue warning
Wisconsin officials are warning back-to-school online shoppers about scammers posting fake social media ads in search of personal information and money.
Wisconsin officials are warning back-to-school online shoppers about scammers posting fake social media ads in search of personal information and money.
Wisconsin wildfire smoke, people adjusting their outdoor plans
Wildfire smoke is settling across most of Wisconsin, bringing visible haze as far south as Milwaukee County.
Wildfire smoke is settling across most of Wisconsin, bringing visible haze as far south as Milwaukee County.
Cream Puff 5K and Golden Memories at State Fair Park
Just ahead of the Wisconsin State Fair, two big events took place at State Fair Park on Wednesday, July 15: Gold Memories and the Cream Puff 5K.
Just ahead of the Wisconsin State Fair, two big events took place at State Fair Park on Wednesday, July 15: Gold Memories and the Cream Puff 5K.
Milwaukee crash near 12th and Atkinson, family mourns man killed
People gathered tonight on Milwaukee's north side to mourn the loss of a 70-year-old man killed Tuesday night, July 14, as he was crossing the street. He is the third person in Milwaukee this week to die after being killed in the crosswalk.
People gathered tonight on Milwaukee's north side to mourn the loss of a 70-year-old man killed Tuesday night, July 14, as he was crossing the street. He is the third person in Milwaukee this week to die after being killed in the crosswalk.
Wisconsin wildfire smoke, people adjusting their outdoor plans
The wildfire smoke is drifting into parts of southeast Wisconsin. FOX6's Sam Kraemer talked with people in Sheboygan about how they're handling it.
The wildfire smoke is drifting into parts of southeast Wisconsin. FOX6's Sam Kraemer talked with people in Sheboygan about how they're handling it.
Zoo Interchange motorcycle crash, 2 people injured
Two people were injured in a motorcycle crash on the Zoo Interchange on Wednesday evening, July 15.
Two people were injured in a motorcycle crash on the Zoo Interchange on Wednesday evening, July 15.