Self-deported MPS teacher's aide returns to Milwaukee a year later

There's a major update on a Milwaukee teacher’s aide who was forced to self-deport to El Salvador last June. She is now back in Milwaukee after more than a year away.

Self-deported MPS teacher's aide returns to Milwaukee
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There's a major update on a Milwaukee teacher’s aide who was forced to self-deport to El Salvador last June. Yessenia Ruano is now back in Milwaukee after more than a year away.

Milwaukee Weather: Heat returns Wednesday with storm chances

Humid overnight with temperatures dropping to around 70 overnight. There is a slight chance for a midday t-storm on Wednesday, otherwise hot and humid with a high of 90 and a heat index of 94. T-Storm chances go up on Wednesday night with wind/hail/heavy rain possible.

Milwaukee crime trending down, but problems remain
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New numbers show Milwaukee crime is down compared to this time last year. That's despite viral social media video showing violence over the weekend. At a news conference, city leaders talked about what is helping and hindering progress.

Vice President JD Vance to visit Milwaukee; political perspective
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Vice President JD Vance will visit Milwaukee on Wednesday, July 8. Vance will deliver remarks on the Trump Administration's work to combat fraud. UW-Milwaukee Professor Emeritus Mordecai Lee joined Wisconsin Live Desk to talk about the significance of this visit.

Meet FOX6's newest reporter, Ben Hanson
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He is Minnesota raised, but has ties to southeast Wisconsin. Wisconsin Live Desk introduces you to FOX6's newest reporter and storyteller, Ben Hanson. He will be reporting in Racine and Kenosha counties.

Cyclosporiasis outbreak, Wisconsin impacted
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Wisconsin is seeing a handful of Cyclosporiasis cases, part of an outbreak across the United States that's especially impacting Michigan. Dr. Jim Conway from UW Health joined Wisconsin Live Desk to talk about these cases, and what you need to know.

2026 Milwaukee Air & Water Show; lineup, venue upgrades, ticket info

Organizers of the 2026 Milwaukee Air & Water Show offered new information about this year's event that is set to take place on Milwaukee's lakefront on July 25-26.

Fond du Lac fentanyl overdose death; Milwaukee man gets 9 years in prison

Don Oden of Milwaukee was sentenced to 9 years in prison and 6 years of extended supervision for a fentanyl toxicity overdose death that occurred in Fond du Lac on January 5, 2025.

Wisconsin's Most Wanted: Stephan McGowan arrested, viewer tips help

A convicted sex offender is in more trouble after investigators say he tried luring a girl at her school. Stephan McGowan is charged and went on the run.

Milwaukee Bastille Days; The Hop announces extended service

The Hop is extending its service hours to accommodate crowds heading to the Bastille Days Festival in Cathedral Square Park.

Venezuela earthquakes: Milwaukee volunteers load donated relief supplies

Volunteers are gathering at Milwaukee’s Blessed Sacrament School on Tuesday, July 7, to load donated relief supplies for Venezuela earthquake victims.

World Cup: Milwaukee Simbas soccer club makes sport accessible

The athletes competing in the World Cup all started somewhere. The Milwaukee Simbas make soccer accessible by lowering financial barriers.