Wisconsin extreme heat; Milwaukee families find ways to cool down

Families in Milwaukee cooled off Monday with frozen custard and splash pads as an extreme heat warning remained in effect through Wednesday evening, with heat index values near 107.

Milwaukee Weather: Extreme Heat Warning Extended

Extreme Heat Warning for ALL OF SE WI until 7pm Wednesday. Partly cloudy and hot tonight. The heat index will not fall below 80 all night. T-Storms are possible on Tuesday morning. Windy, hot and humid on Tuesday afternoon. Highs in the mid-90s with a heat index of 108.

Milwaukee families use aquatic park to cool off
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Families spent Monday at Schulz Aquatic Park at Lincoln Park as an extreme heat warning remained in effect.

Wisconsin extreme heat; Milwaukee families use aquatic park to cool off

Families cooled off Monday at Schulz Aquatic Park in Milwaukee as an extreme heat warning remained in effect and officials urged people to hydrate and avoid direct sunlight.

Waukesha planetarium seeks $200K to replace aging equipment

The Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium in Waukesha is trying to raise $200,000 by the end of the year to replace aging equipment leaders say can no longer be upgraded.

Milwaukee crash near 40th and Douglas leaves 4 people injured

Four people were taken to the hospital Monday after a multi-vehicle crash near 40th and Douglas in Milwaukee, where hazmat was called for a leaking fuel tank.

Venezuela earthquake relief; Milwaukee Brewers players, coach engaged
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Rescuers are racing against time to pull survivors from the rubble in Venezuela after a pair of devastating earthquakes. In Milwaukee, there is a new effort to provide some relief. 

Venezuela earthquake relief; Milwaukee Brewers players, coach engaged

Rescuers are racing against time to pull survivors from the rubble in Venezuela after a pair of devastating earthquakes. In Milwaukee, there is a new effort to provide some relief.

America 250: How Wisconsin businesses shaped our nation's history

America is about to turn 250 years old, and it would be a very different country without the contributions of Wisconsin companies.

Wisconsin extreme heat; Urban Ecology Center offers way to keep cool

If you are struggling to stay cool and keep kids occupied, you have options. In fact, there is a completely free way to cool off in southeast Wisconsin every Tuesday through Saturday.

Brewers, Salvation Army team up to help feed kids in Milwaukee area

The Brewers and Salvation Army packed 600 lunches Monday for the annual Feed the Kids program, which provides free weekday meals to Milwaukee County children through Aug. 21.

Milwaukee police shooting near 84th and Lynx: Bodycam video released

The Milwaukee Police Department released on Monday, June 29, body camera video associated with the police shooting of an armed 22-year-old man following a standoff near 84th and Lynx.

Extreme, excessive heat in Milwaukee; cooling sites and safety tips

The extreme heat has arrived in southeast Wisconsin, and the City of Milwaukee Health Department is urging residents to take precautions.

Summerfest 2026 artist lineup for July 2-4

Don’t miss the biggest performances on the T-Mobile Stage, amazing food and endless festival fun. FOX6 will be there too with live updates and highlights throughout the weekend.

Lake Mills drowning, 14-year-old recovered near Sandy Beach Park

A 14-year-old died in a drowning in Lake Mills on Sunday, June 28, in what authorities described as "a tragic accident."

Operation Wax: DIY scented candles and much more
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If you’re looking to tap into your creative side or just need help making your home smell better, there’s a unique new spot in Greendale you'll want to check out. FOX6's Brian Kramp is at Operation Wax at Southridge Mall seeing how one local family is redefining the DIY candle-making experience.

Whitefish Bay freshman's zest for running leads her to national stage

Whitefish Bay freshman Karstin McCabe's competitive spirit was evident from her first breath. Now, her zest for running has led her to a national stage.