Texas leaders approve Bible stories as required reading in schools
The Texas Board of Education has approved controversial changes to required reading lists for Texas public school students. They now include Bible passages.
The Texas Board of Education has approved controversial changes to required reading lists for Texas public school students. They now include Bible passages.
Massachusetts House passes bill protecting libraries from book bans
Lawmakers in Massachusetts are hoping to put into law a bill to give librarians more authority to protect against book bans in schools and libraries.
Lawmakers in Massachusetts are hoping to put into law a bill to give librarians more authority to protect against book bans in schools and libraries.
Colorado mom allegedly bought alcohol daily for 16-year-old daughter found dead with 173 empty bottles
A Colorado mother has been charged in connection with the death of her 16-year-old daughter, who prosecutors say drank herself to death and had 173 empty alcohol bottles hidden in her bedroom.
A Colorado mother has been charged in connection with the death of her 16-year-old daughter, who prosecutors say drank herself to death and had 173 empty alcohol bottles hidden in her bedroom.
Embracing World Cup fun; South Milwaukee hosts Open Record
Open Record talks about some of the big moments from the World Cup, predictions for the United States in the knockout stage, and who our hosts think will win the tournament.
Open Record talks about some of the big moments from the World Cup, predictions for the United States in the knockout stage, and who our hosts think will win the tournament.
World Cup excitement in South Milwaukee: Open Record Live
Open record is taking its talents down to South Milwaukee! In first ever live podcast, Carl Deffenbaugh and Bryan Polcyn are joined by Howie Magner, former managing editor of Milwaukee Magazine, to talk about the FIFA World Cup 2026 from the Moran’s pub Block party. You’re about some of the big moments from the tournament so far, predictions for the United States in the knockout stage, and who our hosts think will win the World Cup.
Open record is taking its talents down to South Milwaukee! In first ever live podcast, Carl Deffenbaugh and Bryan Polcyn are joined by Howie Magner, former managing editor of Milwaukee Magazine, to talk about the FIFA World Cup 2026 from the Moran’s pub Block party. You’re about some of the big moments from the tournament so far, predictions for the United States in the knockout stage, and who our hosts think will win the World Cup.
Milwaukee man pleads guilty to felony murder, sentenced to prison
A Milwaukee man who pleaded guilty to felony murder in the killing of another man on the city's south side back in 2025 was sentenced to prison.
A Milwaukee man who pleaded guilty to felony murder in the killing of another man on the city's south side back in 2025 was sentenced to prison.
Mistrial declared after jury deadlocks in Palisades Fire trial
A federal judge declared a mistrial in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged with setting a fire that officials said eventually became the Palisades Fire.
A federal judge declared a mistrial in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged with setting a fire that officials said eventually became the Palisades Fire.
Giraffe that escaped Texas ranch spotted by helicopter, manager says
A giraffe that escaped a ranch in the Texas Hill Country two weeks ago has been located, according to the manager of the ranch.
A giraffe that escaped a ranch in the Texas Hill Country two weeks ago has been located, according to the manager of the ranch.
Cedarburg Strawberry Festival
From strawberry, beer, and wine to hundreds of artists and vendors, Cedarburg is about to get a whole lot sweeter this weekend. FOX6's Brian Kramp has a preview of this weekend’s Strawberry Festival.
From strawberry, beer, and wine to hundreds of artists and vendors, Cedarburg is about to get a whole lot sweeter this weekend. FOX6's Brian Kramp has a preview of this weekend’s Strawberry Festival.
More Buc-ee's locations announced in national expansion
Popular mega-gas station chain Buc-ee’s opened up their first location in Arizona this week, bringing their nationwide total to 56 locations across 13 states.
Popular mega-gas station chain Buc-ee’s opened up their first location in Arizona this week, bringing their nationwide total to 56 locations across 13 states.
Local Milwaukee pharmacy to open 2nd location amid others closing
A local pharmacy is expanding and filling a need on Milwaukee's northwest side at a time when many national chain locations are shutting down.
A local pharmacy is expanding and filling a need on Milwaukee's northwest side at a time when many national chain locations are shutting down.
New Milwaukee pharmacy set to open amid others closing
A local pharmacy is expanding and filling a need on Milwaukee's northwest side at a time when many national chain locations are shutting down. Xperience Pharmacy is about to open its second shop in the city.
A local pharmacy is expanding and filling a need on Milwaukee's northwest side at a time when many national chain locations are shutting down. Xperience Pharmacy is about to open its second shop in the city.
Social Security July payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security July payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Social Security July payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
I-41/US-45 northbound crash near Appleton Avenue cleared
A crash on I-41/US-45 at Appleton Avenue in Milwaukee shut down the northbound lanes on Friday morning, June 26.
A crash on I-41/US-45 at Appleton Avenue in Milwaukee shut down the northbound lanes on Friday morning, June 26.
Milwaukee overnight shooting, 1 wounded on city's Lower East Side
One person was critically injured in a shooting on Milwaukee's Lower East Side early Friday morning, June 26.
One person was critically injured in a shooting on Milwaukee's Lower East Side early Friday morning, June 26.
Wisconsin Weekend Riding Forecast for July 26-28, 2026
A slow warmup is in store for Wisconsin -- and the rain will hold off for most of the weekend. FOX6's Tom Wachs has your Weekend Riding Forecast for June 26-28, 2026.
A slow warmup is in store for Wisconsin -- and the rain will hold off for most of the weekend. FOX6's Tom Wachs has your Weekend Riding Forecast for June 26-28, 2026.
Soccer fans celebrate Team USA in South Milwaukee
Hundreds of people turned out in South Milwaukee on Thursday evening to back Team USA in the World Cup. FOX6's Sam Kraemer captured the atmosphere.
Hundreds of people turned out in South Milwaukee on Thursday evening to back Team USA in the World Cup. FOX6's Sam Kraemer captured the atmosphere.
Sheridan Park bluff stability study funding OK'd by Milwaukee County Board
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors approved on Thursday, June 25, a resolution authorizing more than $1.1 million to fund design and permitting work for the Sheridan Park Bluff Stability project.
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors approved on Thursday, June 25, a resolution authorizing more than $1.1 million to fund design and permitting work for the Sheridan Park Bluff Stability project.
Rogers Behavioral Health expansion; more beds, therapy
Rogers Behavioral Health is opening two new residential treatment centers in Oconomowoc this summer despite widespread industry funding cuts.
Rogers Behavioral Health is opening two new residential treatment centers in Oconomowoc this summer despite widespread industry funding cuts.
Rogers Behavioral Health expansion; more beds, therapy for those in need
Finding specialized care for a severe mental health crisis can often feel like an uphill battle, especially as community clinics struggle to stay afloat. But there is help on the way.
Finding specialized care for a severe mental health crisis can often feel like an uphill battle, especially as community clinics struggle to stay afloat. But there is help on the way.