Milwaukee spring leaf cleanup; rake leaves into street before March 15
The Milwaukee Department of Public Works (DPW) announced on Friday, Feb. 27, that it is offering a one-time spring leaf cleanup opportunity.
The Milwaukee Department of Public Works (DPW) announced on Friday, Feb. 27, that it is offering a one-time spring leaf cleanup opportunity.
Racine drug bust, young children found in home; 2 arrested
Two people were arrested following a drug bust at a home in Racine on Thursday, and two young children were taken from the home by Child Protective Services.
Two people were arrested following a drug bust at a home in Racine on Thursday, and two young children were taken from the home by Child Protective Services.
Milwaukee domestic dispute shooting; 1 wounded, suspect sought
One person was taken to the hospital after a domestic dispute led to a shooting in Milwaukee on Friday, Feb. 27.
One person was taken to the hospital after a domestic dispute led to a shooting in Milwaukee on Friday, Feb. 27.
Americans hit with soaring electricity bills as price hikes outpace inflation nationwide
Electricity prices have risen faster than the pace of inflation in the last year. Here's how much costs are up from a year ago.
Electricity prices have risen faster than the pace of inflation in the last year. Here's how much costs are up from a year ago.
Milwaukee shooting; 20-year-old accused of firing shots after crash
A 20-year-old Milwaukee man is accused of firing multiple shots and wounding a man after a car crash on the city's south side on Feb. 23.
A 20-year-old Milwaukee man is accused of firing multiple shots and wounding a man after a car crash on the city's south side on Feb. 23.
2026 Wisconsin elk hunt; DNR application period opens March 1
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced the application period for the 2026 elk hunt will open Sunday, March 1 and continues through Sunday, May 31.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced the application period for the 2026 elk hunt will open Sunday, March 1 and continues through Sunday, May 31.
Nine US Navy sailors in San Diego, another suspect arrested for vicious assault at house party last year
Following a months-long investigation by the San Diego County Sheriff's Office and the U.S. Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), nine U.S. Navy sailors and another suspect have been arrested in connection with a violent assault last year.
Following a months-long investigation by the San Diego County Sheriff's Office and the U.S. Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), nine U.S. Navy sailors and another suspect have been arrested in connection with a violent assault last year.
‘The Wire’ actor Bobby J. Brown dies in barn fire: report
Bobby J. Brown, known for playing Officer Bobby Brown on HBO’s “The Wire," died Wednesday after being caught in a barn fire, according to TMZ.
Bobby J. Brown, known for playing Officer Bobby Brown on HBO’s “The Wire," died Wednesday after being caught in a barn fire, according to TMZ.
2026 Milwaukee Camper, Travel & RV Show at State Fair Expo Center
Brian Kramp at the 2026 Milwaukee Camper, Travel & RV Show checking out a vehicle that’s much more than just a camper van.
Brian Kramp at the 2026 Milwaukee Camper, Travel & RV Show checking out a vehicle that’s much more than just a camper van.
Milwaukee judge calls out marijuana odor in courthouse
A Milwaukee County judge on Thursday, Feb. 26, criticized the smell of marijuana inside the courthouse during a sentencing hearing, calling it inappropriate and illegal as visitors described the odor as common.
A Milwaukee County judge on Thursday, Feb. 26, criticized the smell of marijuana inside the courthouse during a sentencing hearing, calling it inappropriate and illegal as visitors described the odor as common.
Milwaukee courthouse marijuana odor draws criticism from judge
A Milwaukee County judge on Thursday, Feb. 26, criticized the smell of marijuana inside the courthouse during a sentencing hearing, calling it inappropriate and illegal as visitors described the odor as common.
A Milwaukee County judge on Thursday, Feb. 26, criticized the smell of marijuana inside the courthouse during a sentencing hearing, calling it inappropriate and illegal as visitors described the odor as common.
US military accidentally shoots down own drone at Texas border, lawmakers say
The U.S. military accidentally used a "laser-based" anti-drone system to shoot down a Customs and Border Protection drone Thursday night in Texas, lawmakers say.
The U.S. military accidentally used a "laser-based" anti-drone system to shoot down a Customs and Border Protection drone Thursday night in Texas, lawmakers say.
Oak Creek reckless driving stop leads to drug bust; 4 arrested
Oak Creek police arrested four people on Wednesday, Feb. 26, after a reckless driving stop uncovered methamphetamine, fentanyl and cocaine, with two suspects having outstanding warrants for their arrests.
Oak Creek police arrested four people on Wednesday, Feb. 26, after a reckless driving stop uncovered methamphetamine, fentanyl and cocaine, with two suspects having outstanding warrants for their arrests.
Milwaukee affordable housing; emerging developers get more involved
There is a new push in Milwaukee to get people into homes they can afford; more affordable housing. But what exactly does that mean?
There is a new push in Milwaukee to get people into homes they can afford; more affordable housing. But what exactly does that mean?
Milwaukee affordable housing; emerging developers get more involved
There is a new push in Milwaukee to get people into homes they can afford; more affordable housing. But what exactly does that mean?
There is a new push in Milwaukee to get people into homes they can afford; more affordable housing. But what exactly does that mean?
College student found in snow-covered car dies of carbon monoxide poisoning during Rhode Island blizzard
A college student was found unconscious inside a snow-covered car during a Rhode Island blizzard and later died of carbon monoxide poisoning, the Newport Police Department said Tuesday.
A college student was found unconscious inside a snow-covered car during a Rhode Island blizzard and later died of carbon monoxide poisoning, the Newport Police Department said Tuesday.
Vice President JD Vance visits Plover, Wisconsin
Vice President JD Vance visited on Thursday, Feb. 26, a machining facility in Plover. The facility is in Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District.
Vice President JD Vance visited on Thursday, Feb. 26, a machining facility in Plover. The facility is in Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District.
Milwaukee fatal shooting of 15-year-old boy; Christian Martin sentenced
A Milwaukee County judge sentenced Christian Martin on Thursday, Feb. 26, to life in prison in connection with the shooting and killing a 15-year-old boy at a bus stop on Milwaukee's south side in October 2024. Martin will not be eligible for extended supervision for 45 years.
A Milwaukee County judge sentenced Christian Martin on Thursday, Feb. 26, to life in prison in connection with the shooting and killing a 15-year-old boy at a bus stop on Milwaukee's south side in October 2024. Martin will not be eligible for extended supervision for 45 years.
Milwaukee students bring Black history to life at Hawthorne School
Students at Milwaukee's Hawthorne School are retracing the steps of the Million Man March, turning halls into a living Black History Month Wax Museum.
Students at Milwaukee's Hawthorne School are retracing the steps of the Million Man March, turning halls into a living Black History Month Wax Museum.
'Ripoff Romeo' Timothy Olson disputes his competency ruling in court
A doctor says Timothy Olson is competent to stand trial in the 2022 kidnapping of an elderly woman. Olson himself disagrees.
A doctor says Timothy Olson is competent to stand trial in the 2022 kidnapping of an elderly woman. Olson himself disagrees.