Milwaukee standoff suspect charged after 14-hour armed barricade
Milwaukee police say Vance Lee threatened to kill his parents, fired at a police drone and barricaded himself during a 14-hour standoff before surrendering – and now faces 16 charges.
Milwaukee police say Vance Lee threatened to kill his parents, fired at a police drone and barricaded himself during a 14-hour standoff before surrendering – and now faces 16 charges.
Ashlee Simpson discusses 'The Masked Singer' win: ‘I learned so much’
"The Masked Singer" Season 14 finale crowned Ashlee Simpson (Galaxy Girl) as the winner of the Golden Mask Trophy.
"The Masked Singer" Season 14 finale crowned Ashlee Simpson (Galaxy Girl) as the winner of the Golden Mask Trophy.
Rapper Pooh Shiesty accused of Dallas armed kidnapping to force release from Gucci Mane's label
Federal authorities have charged nine individuals, including prominent Memphis rappers Lontrell Williams Jr., known as "Pooh Shiesty," and Rodney Wright Jr., known as "BIG30," in connection with the violent armed robbery and kidnapping of three people at a Dallas music studio.
Federal authorities have charged nine individuals, including prominent Memphis rappers Lontrell Williams Jr., known as "Pooh Shiesty," and Rodney Wright Jr., known as "BIG30," in connection with the violent armed robbery and kidnapping of three people at a Dallas music studio.
Wisconsin’s Best Burger Contest names 2026 Elite Eight finalists
The Wisconsin Beef Council on Thursday, April 2, announced eight finalists for its third annual Wisconsin’s Best Burger Contest, with judges now visiting restaurants before a winner is named April 24.
The Wisconsin Beef Council on Thursday, April 2, announced eight finalists for its third annual Wisconsin’s Best Burger Contest, with judges now visiting restaurants before a winner is named April 24.
Critically missing 20-year-old found safe: Milwaukee police
Milwaukee police need your help in finding a critically missing 20-year-old man, Josair Jackson.
Milwaukee police need your help in finding a critically missing 20-year-old man, Josair Jackson.
US Army's top uniformed officer asked to step down amid ongoing Iran war
Representatives from 35 nations gathered Thursday morning to discuss diplomatic solutions in reopening the strait, while the U.N. is looking to use 'all necessary measures' to continue shipping.
Representatives from 35 nations gathered Thursday morning to discuss diplomatic solutions in reopening the strait, while the U.N. is looking to use 'all necessary measures' to continue shipping.
Southeast Wisconsin weather: watches, warnings expire
The Storm Prediction Center has issued southern Wisconsin under an enhanced risk for severe storms Thursday afternoon and evening, April 2.
The Storm Prediction Center has issued southern Wisconsin under an enhanced risk for severe storms Thursday afternoon and evening, April 2.
2026 Waukesha County Parks camping season opens; reserve space online
Waukesha County Parks announced on Thursday, April 2, that it has opened its 2026 camping season. Reservations are available for campsites at four county parks.
Waukesha County Parks announced on Thursday, April 2, that it has opened its 2026 camping season. Reservations are available for campsites at four county parks.
Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman told to resign or be fired
The president of the 25-campus Universities of Wisconsin, Jay Rothman, said that he’s been told to either resign or be fired, but has been given no reason and won’t step aside.
The president of the 25-campus Universities of Wisconsin, Jay Rothman, said that he’s been told to either resign or be fired, but has been given no reason and won’t step aside.
Renee Good's family remembers her on her 38th birthday: 'We love and miss you'
Renee Good, who was fatally shot by ICE in Minneapolis in January, would have been 38 years old on Thursday, with her family saying they are grateful for the time they had with her, and they miss her.
Renee Good, who was fatally shot by ICE in Minneapolis in January, would have been 38 years old on Thursday, with her family saying they are grateful for the time they had with her, and they miss her.
Pam Bondi ousted as attorney general, Todd Blanche to become interim AG
President Donald Trump has fired Attorney General Pam Bondi. In a Truth Social post Thursday afternoon, Trump thanked Bondi for her service to his administration.
President Donald Trump has fired Attorney General Pam Bondi. In a Truth Social post Thursday afternoon, Trump thanked Bondi for her service to his administration.
Kenosha homicide; man accused found, taken into custody Thursday
A 30-hour manhunt ended with the arrest of a man accused of killing his estranged wife, a former Kenosha County correctional officer, on Thursday, April 2.
A 30-hour manhunt ended with the arrest of a man accused of killing his estranged wife, a former Kenosha County correctional officer, on Thursday, April 2.
Milwaukee officers shot, Tremaine Jones trial: Live updates April 2
Testimony continued Thursday in the trial of Tremaine Jones, the man accused of killing Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder and wounding Officer Christopher McCray in a shooting last summer.
Testimony continued Thursday in the trial of Tremaine Jones, the man accused of killing Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder and wounding Officer Christopher McCray in a shooting last summer.
Devil’s Lake State Park expands by 100 acres, 'breathtaking views'
The Wisconsin DNR has announced that a deal has been finalized to permanently protect land that will expand Devil’s Lake State Park by 100 acres.
The Wisconsin DNR has announced that a deal has been finalized to permanently protect land that will expand Devil’s Lake State Park by 100 acres.
Trump says he'll sign order to resume pay for Homeland Security
President Donald Trump says he'll sign an order to resume pay for the Department of Homeland Security. Here's what to know.
President Donald Trump says he'll sign an order to resume pay for the Department of Homeland Security. Here's what to know.
Islamic Society of Milwaukee president detained by ICE
The president of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
The president of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
Pleasant Prairie fatal house fire; 2 dead, cause under investigation
Two people have died following a house fire in Pleasant Prairie on Thursday morning, April 2.
Two people have died following a house fire in Pleasant Prairie on Thursday morning, April 2.
Turning Point USA tour featuring Karoline Leavitt visits George Washington University Thursday
A Turning Point USA event featuring White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is set for George Washington University.
A Turning Point USA event featuring White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is set for George Washington University.
Consumers urged to stop using male-to-male extension cords over fire, electrocution risk
Federal regulators warn that these extension cords pose deadly fire and electrocution risks, prompting major retailers to pull listings.
Federal regulators warn that these extension cords pose deadly fire and electrocution risks, prompting major retailers to pull listings.
2026 James Beard Awards; Milwaukee restaurant, Wauwatosa chef named finalists
A Milwaukee restaurant and Wauwatosa chef have been named as 2026 James Beard Award finalists.
A Milwaukee restaurant and Wauwatosa chef have been named as 2026 James Beard Award finalists.