2026 Waukesha County Parks camping season opens; reserve space online
Waukesha County Parks announced on Thursday, April 2, that it has opened its 2026 camping season. Reservations are available for campsites at four county parks.
Waukesha County Parks announced on Thursday, April 2, that it has opened its 2026 camping season. Reservations are available for campsites at four county parks.
Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman told to resign or be fired
The president of the 25-campus Universities of Wisconsin, Jay Rothman, said that he’s been told to either resign or be fired, but has been given no reason and won’t step aside.
The president of the 25-campus Universities of Wisconsin, Jay Rothman, said that he’s been told to either resign or be fired, but has been given no reason and won’t step aside.
Renee Good's family remembers her on her 38th birthday: 'We love and miss you'
Renee Good, who was fatally shot by ICE in Minneapolis in January, would have been 38 years old on Thursday, with her family saying they are grateful for the time they had with her, and they miss her.
Renee Good, who was fatally shot by ICE in Minneapolis in January, would have been 38 years old on Thursday, with her family saying they are grateful for the time they had with her, and they miss her.
Pam Bondi ousted as attorney general, Todd Blanche to become interim AG
President Donald Trump has fired Attorney General Pam Bondi. In a Truth Social post Thursday afternoon, Trump thanked Bondi for her service to his administration.
President Donald Trump has fired Attorney General Pam Bondi. In a Truth Social post Thursday afternoon, Trump thanked Bondi for her service to his administration.
Kenosha homicide; man accused found, taken into custody Thursday
A 30-hour manhunt ended with the arrest of a man accused of killing his estranged wife, a former Kenosha County correctional officer, on Thursday, April 2.
A 30-hour manhunt ended with the arrest of a man accused of killing his estranged wife, a former Kenosha County correctional officer, on Thursday, April 2.
Milwaukee officers shot, Tremaine Jones trial: Live updates April 2
Testimony continued Thursday in the trial of Tremaine Jones, the man accused of killing Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder and wounding Officer Christopher McCray in a shooting last summer.
Testimony continued Thursday in the trial of Tremaine Jones, the man accused of killing Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder and wounding Officer Christopher McCray in a shooting last summer.
Devil’s Lake State Park expands by 100 acres, 'breathtaking views'
The Wisconsin DNR has announced that a deal has been finalized to permanently protect land that will expand Devil’s Lake State Park by 100 acres.
The Wisconsin DNR has announced that a deal has been finalized to permanently protect land that will expand Devil’s Lake State Park by 100 acres.
Trump says he'll sign order to resume pay for Homeland Security
President Donald Trump says he'll sign an order to resume pay for the Department of Homeland Security. Here's what to know.
President Donald Trump says he'll sign an order to resume pay for the Department of Homeland Security. Here's what to know.
Islamic Society of Milwaukee president detained by ICE
The president of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
The president of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
Pleasant Prairie fatal house fire; 2 dead, cause under investigation
Two people have died following a house fire in Pleasant Prairie on Thursday morning, April 2.
Two people have died following a house fire in Pleasant Prairie on Thursday morning, April 2.
Turning Point USA tour featuring Karoline Leavitt visits George Washington University Thursday
A Turning Point USA event featuring White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is set for George Washington University.
A Turning Point USA event featuring White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is set for George Washington University.
Consumers urged to stop using male-to-male extension cords over fire, electrocution risk
Federal regulators warn that these extension cords pose deadly fire and electrocution risks, prompting major retailers to pull listings.
Federal regulators warn that these extension cords pose deadly fire and electrocution risks, prompting major retailers to pull listings.
2026 James Beard Awards; Milwaukee restaurant, Wauwatosa chef named finalists
A Milwaukee restaurant and Wauwatosa chef have been named as 2026 James Beard Award finalists.
A Milwaukee restaurant and Wauwatosa chef have been named as 2026 James Beard Award finalists.
National Burrito Day 2026: Deals and freebies from Chipotle, Qdoba and more
From free burritos to big rewards, National Burrito Day is back on April 2 with tasty perks from top chains.
From free burritos to big rewards, National Burrito Day is back on April 2 with tasty perks from top chains.
Trump outlines next steps in military action against Iran in address to nation
President Donald Trump addressed the nation Wednesday night to provide an update on U.S. military operations against Iran.
President Donald Trump addressed the nation Wednesday night to provide an update on U.S. military operations against Iran.
Fond du Lac County fatal rollover crash; vehicle hit culvert, woman dead
A 30-year-old Waukesha woman is dead following a crash in Fond du Lac County on Wednesday, April 1.
A 30-year-old Waukesha woman is dead following a crash in Fond du Lac County on Wednesday, April 1.
Milwaukee Weather: Wintry mix early, severe storms late day
Thursday is a classic early April split setup across southern Wisconsin. We start with freezing rain and quickly pivot into a high-shear severe weather environment by late afternoon and evening.
Thursday is a classic early April split setup across southern Wisconsin. We start with freezing rain and quickly pivot into a high-shear severe weather environment by late afternoon and evening.
Milwaukee weekend standoff began as family dispute, search warrant says
Milwaukee police arrested a 33-year-old man after a weekend standoff that began as a family dispute, with officers later finding 10 guns inside the home.
Milwaukee police arrested a 33-year-old man after a weekend standoff that began as a family dispute, with officers later finding 10 guns inside the home.
Remembering Sade Robinson; loved ones gather 2 years after death
Friends and family gathered at Warnimont Park on Wednesday to remember Sade Robinson two years after her death and raise awareness for a foundation supporting crime victims.
Friends and family gathered at Warnimont Park on Wednesday to remember Sade Robinson two years after her death and raise awareness for a foundation supporting crime victims.
Ted Bundy linked to unsolved 1974 death of Utah teen after new DNA testing
Utah officials on Wednesday announced that new DNA testing has linked infamous serial killer, Ted Bundy, to the 1974 murder of 17-year-old Laura Ann Aime.
Utah officials on Wednesday announced that new DNA testing has linked infamous serial killer, Ted Bundy, to the 1974 murder of 17-year-old Laura Ann Aime.