Milwaukee Public Schools: Budget priorities revealed by district

Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius proposed on Friday, Feb. 6, the district’s priorities for the 2026–27 budget.

Milwaukee fatal shooting; Samuel Dickerson sentenced to life in prison

On Friday, Samuel Dickerson was sentenced to life in prison for a fatal March 2025 shooting near Holton and Center in Milwaukee.

Milwaukee Police Department facial recognition technology banned

The Milwaukee Police Department announced on Friday, Feb. 6, that it will voluntarily issue a ban on the use of any and all facial recognition technology (FRT) use for the department.

Metro Market Black History Month kickoff with Chef Imani Graham

Joining FOX6 WakeUp in studio is Chef Imani Graham with his show-stopping black-eyed peas skillet that you can find later today at the Metro Market on State Street in Milwaukee.

Metro Market Black History Month kickoff
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Black History Month is about legacy and today, that legacy is on the plate. Joining FOX6 WakeUp in studio is Chef Imani Graham with his show-stopping black-eyed peas skillet that you can find later today at the Metro Market on State Street in Milwaukee.

K9 Kibble at Kenosha Snow Daze Festival
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Nicole Centeno joined FOX6 WakeUp live from her business K9 Kibble in Kenosha during the Winter Daze Festival.

J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue exotic pet surrender event in Milwaukee

J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue is hosting an exotic pet surrender event on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kosciuszko Community Center.

Exotic pet surrender event in Milwaukee
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This event isn't for cats or dog, it's for exotic pets. We're talking about the exotic pet surrender event happening in Milwaukee. Joining FOX6 WakeUp in studio is event coordinator Macy Wolke-Yohr.

Kenosha Snow Daze Festival preview
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Downtown Kenosha will feature more than 40 unique ice sculptures during the Snow Daze Festival. Daniel Gaitan joined FOX6 WakeUp live to show us what you can do at the event.

Align Wellness Center at Kenosha Snow Daze
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If you are looking for a fun way to brave the cold, you can go down and chill at the Kenosha Snow Daze Festival. There will be over 40 ice sculptures on display and plenty of other fun winter activities. Felicia Pavlica joined FOX6 WakeUp live with more on why she's participating for the first time this year.

Snow Daze Festival happening Saturday in downtown Kenosha

Downtown Kenosha and Veterans Memorial Park will transform into a winter wonderland with dozens of stunning and unique ice sculptures to explore during the 12th annual Snow Daze Festival!

Franks Diner at the Kenosha Snow Daze Festival
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Downtown Kenosha is transforming into a winter wonderland with more than 40 unique ice sculptures during the Snow Daze Festival. Kevin Ervin joined FOX6 WakeUp live from Franks Diner with more on his experience with the event as a small business owner.

Johnson Creek OWI, driver arrested with a child in the vehicle

A man was arrested in Johnson Creek for driving while intoxicated with a child in the vehicle on Friday, Feb. 6.

Milwaukee Weather - Mostly sunny Saturday, snow returns tonight

Cold Saturday morning with wind chills below zero. Mostly sunny start to the weekend with increasing clouds during the afternoon. Highs in the low 20s.

MPD facial recognition technology banned
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The Milwaukee Police Department announced on Friday, Feb. 6, that it will voluntarily issue a ban on the use of any and all facial recognition technology (FRT) use for the department. But not everyone is on board.

Measles case confirmed via Milwaukee Mitchell Airport
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A case of measles has been confirmed in a person who traveled through Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport to Walworth County. Health officials provided a Friday update to the public.

Fond du Lac County police chase
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A 44-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman were arrested Wednesday after fleeing a traffic stop on State Highway 26 in a vehicle that had previously struck a squad car in Brown County.