Wisconsin tornado count hits second-highest yearly total on record

A confirmed tornado Tuesday in southern Washington County brought the statewide total to 47, the second highest on record since records began in 1950.

Kenosha County pursuits; 3 arrested, multiple felony charges referred

On Wednesday, Aug. 19, Kenosha County Sheriff's deputies attempted to detain wanted suspects in Somers, which led to two police chases. All three suspects were eventually arrested on a range of felony drug charges.

Milwaukee Weather: Scattered storms Friday, possibly severe

Spotty light showers possible Friday morning, then scattered thunderstorms through Friday night. These may impact high school football games. A few storms could be severe with all modes of severe weather possible, including a weak tornado.

Milwaukee County Zoo's 'A la Carte' event kicks off 40th anniversary celebration

The Milwaukee County Zoo's annual "A la Carte" festival is taking place from Aug. 20-23. The event features dozens of food vendors, music performances and more.

Hayden Panettiere boyfriend Brian Hickerson’s attorney issues statement on her death: Report

Brian Hickerson’s attorney is speaking out following Hayden Panettiere’s death, as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death, according to TMZ.

St. Francis fatal crash Thursday; 2 dead

Two people were killed in a crash in St. Francis on Thursday morning, Aug. 20.

Sanitation worker dies after falling from truck on first day on job

A South Carolina sanitation worker died after falling from the rear platform of a garbage truck on his first day on the job.

Waukesha gas station armed robbery, suspect sought

Waukesha police are looking for a suspect after a gas station convenience store employee was robbed at gunpoint early Thursday morning, Aug. 20.

Honolulu bill could fine, jail homeless residents over shopping cart use

Honolulu is considering a crackdown on unauthorized shopping cart use, with penalties of up to $2,000 and 30 days in jail. Critics warn the proposal could hit homeless residents hardest.

West Allis-West Milwaukee DPW fire, building under construction

A three-alarm fire broke out at the under-construction West Milwaukee Department of Public Works building on Thursday morning, Aug. 20.

West Milwaukee structure fire; West Allis assistant fire chief provides brief
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Armando Suarez Del Real, the assistant chief for the West Allis Fire Department, provided an update on a three-alarm fire at the future site of the West Allis-West Milwaukee DPW building. 

Critically missing 14-year-old girl found safe: Milwaukee police

The Milwaukee Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a critically missing 14-year-old girl, Khloe Johnson.

Flock security camera in Germantown park causing controversy

Flock Safety has sparked another controversy in southeast Wisconsin, this time over a camera at Germantown's Kinderberg Park.

Waukesha homicide: Kevin Lychwick sentenced to life in prison

Kevin Lychwick, the Waukesha man convicted of killing his neighbor and hiding the body in 2024, was sentenced to life in prison on Thursday, Aug. 20.

Milwaukee stabbing; 1 seriously injured near Custer and Long Island

Milwaukee police are investigating a stabbing that left a 35-year-old with life-threatening injuries near Custer Avenue and Long Island Drive.

West Allis Nathan Hale football coaches resign amid investigation

Seven of the West Allis Nathan Hale High School football team's 11 coaches have resigned amid an ongoing internal investigation.

Flock misuse, former Kenosha County deputy charged

A former Kenosha County sheriff's deputy has been charged with felony misconduct, accused of misusing Flock cameras.

Attack outside Milwaukee pizza shop, man charged
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A Milwaukee man is accused of beating another man outside a south side pizza shop in a caught-on-camera attack that happened earlier this month. The Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office charged 24-year-old Angel Garcia-Santibanez with substantial battery.