Child sex assault case, Milwaukee man gets 15 years in prison

A Milwaukee man convicted of child sexual assault in a case that involved a missing girl was sentenced to prison on Friday, Oct. 31.

Milwaukee County Jail occupant's death ruled accidental: sheriff

The Milwaukee County sheriff announced an in-custody death has been ruled accidental, related to an injury sustained before he was taken into custody.

Wisconsin FoodShare benefits will be delayed, DHS says

The Wisconsin DHS on Friday night announced FoodShare benefits will continue to be delayed, saying the Trump administration must release funds first.

Milwaukee firefighter, brother found not guilty in 2024 beating

A Milwaukee County jury acquitted a firefighter and his brother of all charges related to the beating of a man who they said entered their home uninvited.

Marquette, UWM food pantries seeing more students as need rises

Staff at both Marquette University and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee said they're seeing more hungry students compared to this time last year.

Milwaukee homicide: Man arrested, charged after Muskego police chase

A Milwaukee man is now charged with first-degree intentional homicide after prosecutors say he shot someone for "lying" about him.

Milwaukee bar districts plan for Halloween weekend crowds, safety

Halloween can be great for Milwaukee bar revenue. This weekend, businesses said they have a plan to keep people safe and crowds under control.

Waukesha teens collect food donations on Halloween

A group of Waukesha North High School students went door to door on Halloween, collecting donations for The FOOD Pantry Serving Waukesha County.

Some Head Starts to close due to shutdown funding lapse: What we know

When Head Start programs close, children are left without care, teachers aren’t getting paid, and parents may have to miss work or school.

SNAP benefits gone? How to get free or discounted groceries

As SNAP benefits will lapse for millions in November, several food delivery services are offering ways to get discounted groceries. Here are some options available.

Wisconsin school cellphone use limits, Evers signs bipartisan bill

Wisconsin became the 36th state to limit cellphones and other electronic devices in school Friday, when its Democratic governor signed a bill requiring districts to prohibit phone use during class time.

White House resuming public tours in December

Public tours of the White House will resume in December, offering the chance for visitors to see the People’s House decorated for the holiday season.

Wisconsin judge holds ruling that required citizenship check of voters

A Wisconsin judge put on hold his order that requires elections officials to verify the citizenship of all 3.6 million registered voters in Wisconsin before the next statewide election in February.

Milwaukee crash kills unborn child, man charged with OWI

A Milwaukee man is accused of driving drunk and causing a crash that seriously injured a pregnant woman and caused the death of her unborn child.