Wildfire smoke in Milwaukee, people deal with the terrible air quality
Most of this week – heat and humidity were the enemies of comfort. But this smoke is a whole different level of annoyance and concern.
Most of this week – heat and humidity were the enemies of comfort. But this smoke is a whole different level of annoyance and concern.
Wildfire smoke in Wisconsin, hardware store staying busy
You can actually smell the smoke in the air right now, and visibility across the city has dropped significantly throughout the day. Health officials say its simply not safe to be outside breathing this in, pushing many to take the right steps to be safe.
You can actually smell the smoke in the air right now, and visibility across the city has dropped significantly throughout the day. Health officials say its simply not safe to be outside breathing this in, pushing many to take the right steps to be safe.
Family discovers photo of themselves at San Diego Airbnb: ‘Insane’
A family staying at a San Diego Airbnb was shocked to discover a framed beach photo on the wall that appeared to feature themselves.
A family staying at a San Diego Airbnb was shocked to discover a framed beach photo on the wall that appeared to feature themselves.
Tiefenthaler Park shots fired incident, homes struck by gunfire
The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shots-fired incident at Tiefenthaler Park in Milwaukee on Thursday afternoon, July 16.
The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shots-fired incident at Tiefenthaler Park in Milwaukee on Thursday afternoon, July 16.
Milwaukee floods, clogged sewer pipe investigation underway
MMSD said contractors have unclogged a sewer overflow pipe on Jones Island. Now, it's trying to determine if that clog contributed to flooding in Bay View.
MMSD said contractors have unclogged a sewer overflow pipe on Jones Island. Now, it's trying to determine if that clog contributed to flooding in Bay View.
Waukesha nonprofit making crafting affordable
A new Waukesha nonprofit named Scraps and Sparks is opening an art supply thrift store.
A new Waukesha nonprofit named Scraps and Sparks is opening an art supply thrift store.
These states have the most residents in financial distress, data shows
A new WalletHub report reveals which states are facing the greatest financial strain, highlighting rising bankruptcy filings and lower credit scores.
A new WalletHub report reveals which states are facing the greatest financial strain, highlighting rising bankruptcy filings and lower credit scores.
Mount Pleasant homicide: Family seeks justice for 18-year-old victim
Mount Pleasant police are searching for the suspect who shot and killed 18-year-old Geovonnie Amie. It comes as one of Geovonnie’s relatives remembers a young life – taken right when it was getting started.
Mount Pleasant police are searching for the suspect who shot and killed 18-year-old Geovonnie Amie. It comes as one of Geovonnie’s relatives remembers a young life – taken right when it was getting started.
Marquette students killed in crash: McColgan plea deal falls apart
Nearly a month after a jury acquitted a woman of criminal wrongdoing in a crash that killed two Marquette University lacrosse players, a planned plea appears to have fallen apart for the men's teammate.
Nearly a month after a jury acquitted a woman of criminal wrongdoing in a crash that killed two Marquette University lacrosse players, a planned plea appears to have fallen apart for the men's teammate.
Wildfire smoke in Wisconsin, first responders brave the conditions
Milwaukee has some of the worst air in the whole country, but, for first responders – there's no option to stay inside.
Milwaukee has some of the worst air in the whole country, but, for first responders – there's no option to stay inside.
Wildfire smoke in Wisconsin; outdoor activities cancel, pivot
Wildfire smoke forced many outdoor activities to either cancel or pivot on Thursday, from pools and beer gardens to events and camps.
Wildfire smoke forced many outdoor activities to either cancel or pivot on Thursday, from pools and beer gardens to events and camps.
Waukesha nonprofit hopes to make crafting affordable, sustainable
Scraps and Sparks, a new nonprofit in Waukesha, aims to make arts and crafts hobbies affordable and sustainable.
Scraps and Sparks, a new nonprofit in Waukesha, aims to make arts and crafts hobbies affordable and sustainable.
Giannis Antetokounmpo introduced by Miami Heat
The Miami Heat introduced Giannis Antetokounmpo to the team's fans on Thursday, July 16. Wisconsin Live Desk spoke with FOX6's Lily Zhao about Giannis' future in Florida, as well as his impact in Milwaukee.
The Miami Heat introduced Giannis Antetokounmpo to the team's fans on Thursday, July 16. Wisconsin Live Desk spoke with FOX6's Lily Zhao about Giannis' future in Florida, as well as his impact in Milwaukee.
Two families sue North Dakota hospital on allegations babies were switched at birth
Two families are suing a North Dakota hospital, alleging hospital staff mistakenly switched two baby boys at birth more than 36 years ago.
Two families are suing a North Dakota hospital, alleging hospital staff mistakenly switched two baby boys at birth more than 36 years ago.
Southwest Airlines expands nonstop service from Milwaukee
Southwest Airlines continues to expand its nonstop lineup from Milwaukee Mitchell International (MKE). Starting next March, travelers can fly directly to Northwest Florida Beaches International (ECP) in Panama City, Florida.
Southwest Airlines continues to expand its nonstop lineup from Milwaukee Mitchell International (MKE). Starting next March, travelers can fly directly to Northwest Florida Beaches International (ECP) in Panama City, Florida.
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.