Proposed high-speed train from airport to downtown Chicago
There are plans to have a high-speed train connect O'Hare International Airport with downtown Chicago. It could be a game-changer for many in Chicago -- as well as travelers from southeast Wisconsin who frequently fly out of Chicago. Wisconsin Live Desk spoke with Dave Lundy, O'Hare Flyer founder and CEO about the project -- and what we can expect in the years ahead.
There are plans to have a high-speed train connect O'Hare International Airport with downtown Chicago. It could be a game-changer for many in Chicago -- as well as travelers from southeast Wisconsin who frequently fly out of Chicago. Wisconsin Live Desk spoke with Dave Lundy, O'Hare Flyer founder and CEO about the project -- and what we can expect in the years ahead.
Flock camera concerns: Milwaukee officials field questions
There have been many questions about the use and misuse of the Flock system in police departments in southeast Wisconsin and across the U.S. FOX6's Jason Calvi joined Wisconsin Live Desk on Thursday, Aug. 27, to share the latest reaction to the concerns from a city leader.
There have been many questions about the use and misuse of the Flock system in police departments in southeast Wisconsin and across the U.S. FOX6's Jason Calvi joined Wisconsin Live Desk on Thursday, Aug. 27, to share the latest reaction to the concerns from a city leader.
North Carolina doctor accused of shooting 2 sisters in alleged interstate road rage attack
A North Carolina doctor was arrested Aug. 22 after he allegedly fired into a Jeep during an interstate road rage incident, wounding two sisters, ages 12 and 20, according to Virginia State Police.
A North Carolina doctor was arrested Aug. 22 after he allegedly fired into a Jeep during an interstate road rage incident, wounding two sisters, ages 12 and 20, according to Virginia State Police.
Dolly Parton remembered: Michigan corn maze to open
Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery in Grand Rapids, Michigan has found a way to honor the life and legacy of country music star Dolly Parton. It comes in the form of a massive corn maze. We learn more about this massive project on Wisconsin Live Desk.
Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery in Grand Rapids, Michigan has found a way to honor the life and legacy of country music star Dolly Parton. It comes in the form of a massive corn maze. We learn more about this massive project on Wisconsin Live Desk.
Milwaukee sexual assault, police seek suspect from November 2025
Milwaukee police need the public's help to identify and locate a suspect who the department said sexually assaulted a victim at a party last November.
Milwaukee police need the public's help to identify and locate a suspect who the department said sexually assaulted a victim at a party last November.
Secret Service aware of potential threat against Barron Trump: Reports
The U.S. Secret Service is aware of a video broadcast by Iranian state television discussing a potential plot to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump's youngest son, according to reports.
The U.S. Secret Service is aware of a video broadcast by Iranian state television discussing a potential plot to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump's youngest son, according to reports.
Wisconsin's Most Wanted: James Johnson arrested in Arkansas
U.S. Marshals are searching for James Johnson Jr. He's accused of killing Keyawn Davis at a Milwaukee smoke shop in July.
U.S. Marshals are searching for James Johnson Jr. He's accused of killing Keyawn Davis at a Milwaukee smoke shop in July.
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
NHC: Tropical Storm Dolly forms in the Atlantic
Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic, becoming the fourth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season.
Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic, becoming the fourth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season.
Milwaukee shootings Wednesday; 1 killed, 1 wounded
Milwaukee police are investigating two shootings that left one person dead and another wounded on Wednesday, Aug. 26.
Milwaukee police are investigating two shootings that left one person dead and another wounded on Wednesday, Aug. 26.
Milwaukee fatal pedestrian crash; 77-year-old in custody
A 75-year-old was killed after being hit while crossing the street in Milwaukee on Wednesday, Aug. 26.
A 75-year-old was killed after being hit while crossing the street in Milwaukee on Wednesday, Aug. 26.
Sheboygan police cover Flock cameras, seek contract termination
Flock cameras in Sheboygan are covered with trash bags – this time by the city's own police department. Now, they are asking the Sheboygan Common Council to end their contract with Flock.
Flock cameras in Sheboygan are covered with trash bags – this time by the city's own police department. Now, they are asking the Sheboygan Common Council to end their contract with Flock.
Police incident outside the FOX6 studios in Brown Deer
During the 9 p.m. broadcast on Wednesday, Aug. 26, a police scene unfolded right outside the FOX6 studios in Brown Deer. Several squad vehicles were at the intersection of Green Bay and Brown Deer, with a person on the grass next to the road with several officers standing over the person.
During the 9 p.m. broadcast on Wednesday, Aug. 26, a police scene unfolded right outside the FOX6 studios in Brown Deer. Several squad vehicles were at the intersection of Green Bay and Brown Deer, with a person on the grass next to the road with several officers standing over the person.
Sheboygan police ask common council to end Flock contract
Flock cameras in Sheboygan are now covered with trash bags. This time, it's by the city's own police department. And now it's asking the Sheboygan Common Council to end its contract with Flock.
Flock cameras in Sheboygan are now covered with trash bags. This time, it's by the city's own police department. And now it's asking the Sheboygan Common Council to end its contract with Flock.
Milwaukee 911 response delay, fallout after press conference
Two City of Milwaukee 911 call takers resigned following an investigation into the mishandling of a 911 call. But we still don't know basic answers to questions about this case that left a 99-year-old woman waiting hours for help. We were expecting those answers today after a press conference was called, but after two questions the conference was abruptly ended.
Two City of Milwaukee 911 call takers resigned following an investigation into the mishandling of a 911 call. But we still don't know basic answers to questions about this case that left a 99-year-old woman waiting hours for help. We were expecting those answers today after a press conference was called, but after two questions the conference was abruptly ended.
Caledonia head-on crash; 2 dead, child among others injured
Caledonia police said two people were killed and several others, including a child, were injured in a head-on crash Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 26.
Caledonia police said two people were killed and several others, including a child, were injured in a head-on crash Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 26.
Milwaukee Weather: Stray evening shower, sunny Thursday
Clear skies overnight. Temperatures settling in the 60s by sunrise. Mostly sunny and cooler on Thursday with highs in the upper 70s inland, mid-70s near the lake. Weather looks fantastic for the almost full lunar eclipse at 11:12pm on Thursday night in the SE sky. Mostly clear with temperatures in the 60s.
Clear skies overnight. Temperatures settling in the 60s by sunrise. Mostly sunny and cooler on Thursday with highs in the upper 70s inland, mid-70s near the lake. Weather looks fantastic for the almost full lunar eclipse at 11:12pm on Thursday night in the SE sky. Mostly clear with temperatures in the 60s.
Hartland swatting call, police response; 50-year-old woman arrested
A 50-year-old Hartland woman was arrested on Wednesday, Aug. 26, after police say she called 911 saying she was being held at gunpoint, which wasn't true. The police response involved a school lockdown and shelter-in-place order.
A 50-year-old Hartland woman was arrested on Wednesday, Aug. 26, after police say she called 911 saying she was being held at gunpoint, which wasn't true. The police response involved a school lockdown and shelter-in-place order.
Waukesha Civic Theatre kicks off 70th season with diverse lineup
The Waukesha Civic Theatre will soon kick off its 70th season. Directors hope one play in particular will challenge perceptions in the suburbs.
The Waukesha Civic Theatre will soon kick off its 70th season. Directors hope one play in particular will challenge perceptions in the suburbs.
Waukesha Civic Theatre kicks off 70th season with diverse lineup
The Waukesha Civic Theatre will soon kick off its 70th season. Directors hope one play in particular will challenge perceptions in the suburbs.
The Waukesha Civic Theatre will soon kick off its 70th season. Directors hope one play in particular will challenge perceptions in the suburbs.