Hundreds take polar plunge at Milwaukee's lakefront

Hundreds of people took the polar plunge at Milwaukee's lakefront on New Year's Day, an annual tradition at Bradford Beach.

Milwaukee lakefront Cool Fool Kite Festival, family fun

The 39th annual Cool Fool Kite & Snow-Carving Festival drew people to Veterans Park at Milwaukee's lakefront on New Year's Day.

Polar bears unite on Milwaukee's lakefront
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Hundreds of people went to Bradford Beach on Milwaukee's lakefront to take in the annual polar bear event held on New Year's Day

Milwaukee man found safe, reported critically missing Thursday

Milwaukee police requested the public's help to find critically missing 32-year-old Jared Bratchett. He was last seen on Thursday morning, Jan. 1.

Milwaukee shooting at 13th and Concordia; 18-year-old wounded

Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened near 13th and Concordia on the city's north side early Thursday, Jan. 1.

Greendale High School Marching Band performs in the 2026 Rose Parade
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The Greendale High School Marching Band performs in the 2026 Rose Parade on Thursday, Jan. 1. They braved rainy weather to wow the crowds gathered in Pasadena.

Your 2026 tax guide: All the changes to know before filing

New tax deductions have been enacted for many working Americans and seniors. Here’s what you need to know about the new laws that could impact your return.

Rose Parade 2026: How to watch, what you need to know

Celebrate the first day of 2026 by embracing the fun and excitement of the Rose Parade in Pasadena, California.

Burn Boot Camp in Brookfield; mission to inspire, empower women

If you’re stuck in a rut when it comes to your workout routine the team at Burn Boot Camp wants to help mix things up.

Milwaukee Weather - First day of 2026, coldest day of the week

Wind chills 0 to -8F Thursday morning. Temps remain in the mid teens during the day with wind chills in the single digits.

Plymouth rings in new year with annual Big Cheese Drop

Plymouth welcomed in the new year on Wednesday, Dec. 31, with its 19th annual Big Cheese Drop, an event presented by the Plymouth Arts Center and Sartori Cheese, that drew families downtown with a festive countdown.

Plymouth rings in 2026 with annual Big Cheese Drop
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Plymouth welcomed in the new year on Wednesday, Dec. 31, with its 19th annual Big Cheese Drop, an event presented by the Plymouth Arts Center and Sartori Cheese, that drew families downtown with a festive countdown.

Crews respond to Mr. B’s Steakhouse blaze in Brookfield; no injuries

Brookfield firefighters knocked down a commercial fire at Mr. B’s Steakhouse on Capitol Drive Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 31, with no injuries reported and only minor damage to the building.