Here's how much your family needs to earn to have a stay-at-home parent
How much does one parent need to earn for the other to stay home with a young child? A new ranking reveals huge state-by-state gaps.
Goo Goo Dolls with Neon Trees concert set for Aug. 6 at BMO Pavilion
Goo Goo Dolls will take to the stage with Neon Trees at the BMO Pavilion on Milwaukee's lakefront on Aug. 6, 2026.
Real Milwaukee | December 8, 2025
The Real Milwaukee team talks about what's trending in southeast Wisconsin on December 8, 2025
Think like an organizer; Holiday decorating tips from Move Over Mess Organizing
Julia Hornung, owner of Move Over Mess Organizing, talks us through some holiday decorating and decoration storage strategies.
'Five Nights at Freddy's 2'; Gino at the Movies
'Five Nights at Freddy's 2' is in theaters now
'Black Nativity by Langston Hughes'; Dec. 11-14 at Marcus Performing Arts Center
Tickets are on sale now for 'Black Nativity by Langston Hughes'
Town of Dover barn fire; extreme cold made firefighting a challenge
Racine County firefighters battled a barn fire in the Town of Dover late on Sunday evening, Dec. 7.
2025 Waukesha Christmas Parade; police investigate concerning social post
Waukesha police announced on Monday, Dec. 8 that officers investigated a publicly shared social media post that raised safety concerns related to the City of Waukesha Christmas Parade.
Summerfest 2026: David Lee Roth to rock BMO Pavilion on June 20
Summerfest announced that rock and roll icon David Lee Roth will be the headliner for the BMO Pavilion with Miller Lite on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
New Berlin West multi-sport athlete flying to new heights
Spencer Phelps was given the nickname “The Mayor" in middle school because of his infectious personality. He attributes his work ethic to his dad, and is taking his passions to new heights.
DEN Emporium in Elm Grove; local artisans sell one-of-a-kind creations
Brian Kramp is in Elm Grove checking out the rustic decor and gifts you can find for the holidays at this great locally owned shop.
Milwaukee 2025 Holiday Drive celebration; donations support Red Cross
County Executive David Crowley and Mayor Cavalier Johnson on Monday, Dec. 8 celebrated the end of the 2025 Holiday Drive.
Milwaukee County Zoo Rhino Care Center opens to public on Dec. 9
The Milwaukee County Zoo will open to the public the Ladish Co. Foundation Rhino Care Center. A news release says the new building includes Robert Dohmen Hippo Indoor Haven.
Milwaukee fire near 27th and Juneau; house, duplex damaged
A Milwaukee home and duplex near 27th and Juneau were damaged by a fire early Monday morning, Dec. 8.
2025 Waukesha Christmas Parade symbolizes holiday spirit, resilience
The City of Waukesha held its annual Christmas parade on Dec. 7. It was a time for the community to come together to embrace the holiday and remember those lost in the attack on the parade in 2021.
2 separate crashes involving Wauwatosa police officers; 4 taken to hospital
Two separate car crashes involving Wauwatosa police officers occurred on Sunday, Dec. 7.
Milwaukee shooting near 35th and Pierce; 2 wounded
Milwaukee police say two people were shot and wounded near 35th and Pierce on the city's south side on Sunday evening, Dec. 7.
Wisconsin's Most Wanted: Geraldo Gomez sought for workplace shooting
A workplace argument leads to a shooting. It happened nearly three decades ago. Police say the man who pulled the trigger has been on the run ever since.
Milwaukee Weather -- Lake effect snow overnight
Lake effect snow along the lakeshore overnight, especially from Milwaukee and south where around 1" or so could fall through 10am on Monday. Cloudy skies on Monday after morning lake effect snow along the lakeshore (MKE and south). Cold. Sunrise temperatures in the teens and a high around 26.
Green Bay Packers fans relish victory over Chicago Bears
Green Bay Packers are relishing a victory over the Chicago Bears on Sunday, Dec. 7. Fans in Milwaukee mirrored the rivalry that played out on the gridiron in Titletown.