Canvas system back online after cyberattack disrupted thousands of schools
Tens of thousands of students studying for final exams around the world Friday regained access to Canvas after a cyberattack knocked it offline. Here's what to know.
Tens of thousands of students studying for final exams around the world Friday regained access to Canvas after a cyberattack knocked it offline. Here's what to know.
New poll shows broad support for age caps, term limits in Congress
A new poll shows overwhelming bipartisan support for age caps and term limits in Congress as debate grows over aging political leaders.
A new poll shows overwhelming bipartisan support for age caps and term limits in Congress as debate grows over aging political leaders.
Missing, endangered Sheboygan County teen; last seen on stolen bike
The Sheboygan County Sheriff's Office needs your help in finding a missing and endangered teenager, 14-year-old Mason Sleva.
The Sheboygan County Sheriff's Office needs your help in finding a missing and endangered teenager, 14-year-old Mason Sleva.
What's Up in the Ward? May events
Jordan Dechambre from the Historic Third Ward Association shares what's coming up in May.
Jordan Dechambre from the Historic Third Ward Association shares what's coming up in May.
Disney cruise workers busted in child porn sting, hauled off ships for deportation
Disney Cruise Line workers were among 28 arrested on ships in San Diego.
Disney Cruise Line workers were among 28 arrested on ships in San Diego.
Chicago suburb expands cash handouts as race-based reparations program faces major legal battle
As cities across the U.S. continue to experiment with direct cash transfers, a prominent Chicago suburb is extending its guaranteed income program while simultaneously defending a first-of-its-kind reparations initiative that pays Black residents $25,000.
As cities across the U.S. continue to experiment with direct cash transfers, a prominent Chicago suburb is extending its guaranteed income program while simultaneously defending a first-of-its-kind reparations initiative that pays Black residents $25,000.
Most popular baby names in US revealed: See the list
America’s top baby names for 2025 are out — with familiar favorites holding strong and a surprising newcomer breaking into the top 10.
America’s top baby names for 2025 are out — with familiar favorites holding strong and a surprising newcomer breaking into the top 10.
St. Francis police chase, crash: Fleeing driver hit barrier, tased by officer
A 44-year-old Cudahy woman was taken into custody on Friday morning, May 8, following a police chase in St. Francis.
A 44-year-old Cudahy woman was taken into custody on Friday morning, May 8, following a police chase in St. Francis.
Milwaukee food truck hours; judge issues temporary restraining order
A judge has issued a temporary restraining order against a Milwaukee ordinance that curtails food truck operating hours. The order will run until the next hearing in June.
A judge has issued a temporary restraining order against a Milwaukee ordinance that curtails food truck operating hours. The order will run until the next hearing in June.
Virginia Supreme Court strikes down Democrats' redistricting plan
The Virginia Supreme Court on Friday struck down a voter‑approved Democratic congressional redistricting plan, delivering a major setback to the party in a nationwide fight with Republicans for an edge in this year’s midterm elections.
The Virginia Supreme Court on Friday struck down a voter‑approved Democratic congressional redistricting plan, delivering a major setback to the party in a nationwide fight with Republicans for an edge in this year’s midterm elections.
Wisconsin State Fair; 2026 Bank Five Nine Amphitheater lineup revealed
Wisconsin State Fair officials revealed on Friday, May 8 the headliners for the Bank Five Nine Amphitheater during the 2026 run of the fair.
Wisconsin State Fair officials revealed on Friday, May 8 the headliners for the Bank Five Nine Amphitheater during the 2026 run of the fair.
Iran latest: US forces disable two Iranian vessels violating blockade
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) released video Friday of U.S. forces disabling two Iranian-flagged unladen oil tankers attempting to pull into an Iranian port in the Gulf of Oman in violation of the ongoing U.S. blockade.
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) released video Friday of U.S. forces disabling two Iranian-flagged unladen oil tankers attempting to pull into an Iranian port in the Gulf of Oman in violation of the ongoing U.S. blockade.
Juneteenth celebration at Summerfest; experiences, events June 18-20
Summerfest and Northcott Neighborhood House invite the community to extend the Juneteenth celebration at Summerfest with a variety of experiences and events from June 18 through June 20.
Summerfest and Northcott Neighborhood House invite the community to extend the Juneteenth celebration at Summerfest with a variety of experiences and events from June 18 through June 20.
US passports will be revoked for parents who owe child support, State Dept. says
Parents who owe more than $2,500 in back child support will soon have their U.S. passports revoked, the State Department announced.
Parents who owe more than $2,500 in back child support will soon have their U.S. passports revoked, the State Department announced.
2024 Milwaukee fatal shooting, 27th and Capitol; man found guilty at trial
A Milwaukee County jury on Thursday, May 7 convicted Eddie Ivy in the fatal shooting of a man near 27th and Capitol in December 2024.
A Milwaukee County jury on Thursday, May 7 convicted Eddie Ivy in the fatal shooting of a man near 27th and Capitol in December 2024.
Trump administration begins to release new UFO files to the public
The Pentagon on Friday released some never-before-seen images and video of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) as part of a historical effort the Trump administration has vowed to declassify.
The Pentagon on Friday released some never-before-seen images and video of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) as part of a historical effort the Trump administration has vowed to declassify.
Cyberattack hits Canvas system; thousands of schools impacted
Canvas, a school learning platform, was back online Friday after it went down during a cyberattack.
Canvas, a school learning platform, was back online Friday after it went down during a cyberattack.
Milwaukee fatal crash; driver hit tree near 84th and Hampton
One person is dead after a crash near 84th and Hampton in Milwaukee on Thursday night, May 7.
One person is dead after a crash near 84th and Hampton in Milwaukee on Thursday night, May 7.
Milwaukee Weather: Warmer weekend; cooler next week
After another frosty start Friday morning, southern Wisconsin is heading into a much milder stretch with highs warming well into the 60s and even flirting with 70 inland by Saturday.
After another frosty start Friday morning, southern Wisconsin is heading into a much milder stretch with highs warming well into the 60s and even flirting with 70 inland by Saturday.
Milwaukee police Flock cameras; debate over use, new framework
The Milwaukee FPC asked for communication from the police department about its use of Flock cameras and automated license plate reader system.
The Milwaukee FPC asked for communication from the police department about its use of Flock cameras and automated license plate reader system.