Milwaukee Weather: Gradually warming the rest of the week

The Northern Lights are possible overnight and again on Wednesday night. Blustery with temperatures dropping into the 30s.

West Allis, Wauwatosa consider fire department merger in meeting

West Allis and Wauwatosa leaders are reviewing a plan to merge their fire departments, aiming to save money and improve efficiency through a four-phase proposal.

Port Washington data center; residents unite against proposed power line routes

Fredonia and Saukville residents have united against proposed power lines for a Port Washington data center, saying the project threatens historic and rural properties.

Milwaukee temporarily closes STI clinic amid staffing shortage

Milwaukee’s STI Clinic is temporarily closed due to staffing shortages as the city works to rebuild capacity and ensure quality care, with same-day testing available elsewhere.

Milwaukee child death investigation; woman arrested, 'non-accidental trauma'

Milwaukee police arrested a 34-year-old woman after 3-year-old Da’Quarius Berry died last week from non-accidental injuries that will be reviewed by the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office.

Wauwatosa bringing back Fourth of July fireworks in 2026

Wauwatosa will bring back its Fourth of July fireworks in 2026 after a brief switch to drones in 2025, with the show planned near Hoyt Park on July 4 at 9:15 p.m.

Milwaukee THC debate; homicide prompts renewed call to outlaw products

A recent Milwaukee homicide is prompting a renewed push by a Wisconsin lawmaker to ban all THC products, as toxicology results are pending and hemp industry leaders warn against sweeping restrictions.

McGovern Park Senior Center closure; Milwaukee seniors press for reopening

McGovern Park Senior Center remains closed three months after flooding caused severe mold, and county leaders say repairs may be costly as seniors push for answers and a return to services on the northwest side.

Milwaukee veterans say Veterans Day help matters amid SNAP disruption

Milwaukee veterans say Festival Foods’ annual Veterans Day giveaway comes at a crucial time as the government shutdown disrupts SNAP benefits and rising prices make it harder for many veterans to afford food.

Wisconsin school, district report cards for 2024-25 released

Wisconsin grades schools and districts. The latest information released on Tuesday, Nov. 11, shows 94% of districts are meeting or exceeding expectations.

Milwaukee sex assault; Tremonte Kirk sentenced to 35 years prison

A Milwaukee County judge sentenced Tremonte Kirk to 35 years in prison in connection with the assault of a 54-year-old woman in an elevator in December 2024.

Baby formula recall linked to infant botulism outbreak is expanding: What to know

A baby formula has been recalled amid a growing outbreak of infant botulism which has now sickened at least 15 infants in 12 states. Here’s what to know.

Arctic blast cold-stuns iguanas in Florida during record-setting temperature plunge

A frozen iguana was spotted in Boca Raton, Florida on Tuesday, as the coldest air of the season spread across the eastern U.S., setting several low temperatures across the Sunshine State.

Milwaukee teen sex assault; Corey Kirkwood sentenced to 16 years prison

A Milwaukee County judge sentenced Corey Kirkwood on Tuesday, Nov. 11, to 16 years in prison following Kirkwood's conviction on child sex assault, soliciting and trafficking of a child charges.

Body found in woods; Waukesha man sentenced to life in prison

A judge sentenced Matthew Pahl to life in prison without the possibility of parole. This, after Pahl was found guilty of first-degree intentional homicide in the death of his girlfriend 3 years ago.