Missouri mother of 5 killed while buying slushies with children, police say

A Missouri mother of five was fatally shot while buying slushies with two of her young children after gunfire erupted outside a BP gas station.

Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman on critical incident
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Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman spoke about a critical incident that happened near Water and Knapp early Sunday, July 5. Officers fired shots and an officer was hurt in this incident.

Milwaukee police shooting; officer struck by fleeing driver, later arrested

A Milwaukee police officer was struck by a driver in a car early Sunday, July 5, during an incident in which officers discharged their weapons at the driver. This all unfolded near Knapp and Water.

Milwaukee shootings Saturday; 1 dead, 1 wounded

One person was killed and another person was wounded in two separate shootings in Milwaukee on Saturday, July 4.

America 250: Summerfest wraps up its season on the Fourth of July

Thousands came out for the final day of Summerfest on Saturday night. But while many waved goodbye to the festival, people also waved flags for the 250th Fourth of July celebrations.

150 new US citizens sworn in during special 4th of July ceremony at Mount Vernon

One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens. 

Lake Geneva boat capsized; children dead, remembered on July 4th

A sense of heaviness remains in Lake Geneva on the Fourth of July after three children died after their boat capsized in severe storms on Friday.

Racine house fire; 4 people, 6 pets uninjured

A fire damaged a Racine home near Douglas Avenue and Rapids Drive Friday afternoon. Four people and six pets made it out.

Nathan's hot dog eating contest champs Chestnut, Sudo win again in 2026

The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. 

Walworth County storm: Silo collapse, downed power lines among damage

The severe storm that barreled through Walworth County on Friday, July 3, caused extensive damage throughout, including in the Sharon and Darien areas.

Soulful Liners of MKE showcase easy moves for summer cookouts
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Good music is the perfect finishing touch for any summer cookout. The Soulful Liners of MKE showcase some easy dance moves to heat up your next barbecue. 

Fatal motorcycle crash in Sheboygan County, 1 dead

One person is dead following a motorcycle crash in Sheboygan County early Saturday morning, July 4.

Wauwatosa 4th of July Parade
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FOX6's Andrew Amouzou gives us a look at the Wauwatosa 4th of July Parade.

Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag for the 4th of July

As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country.  Here is the proper way to display Old Glory. 

Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag

As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country.  Here is the proper way to display Old Glory. 

4th of July deals and freebies

Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.

July 4th: What's open and closed

Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.