Semitrailer carrying 11,000 pounds of Kit Kat bars overturns on Mississippi interstate: Reports
A semitrailer reportedly carrying 11,000 pounds of Kit Kat bars overturned on a Mississippi interstate on Memorial Day.
A semitrailer reportedly carrying 11,000 pounds of Kit Kat bars overturned on a Mississippi interstate on Memorial Day.
85-year-old hailed as hero after foiling alleged kidnapping attempt, suspect arrested
An 85-year-old man is being praised for helping stop an alleged kidnapping attempt at a rural Oregon mobile home park.
An 85-year-old man is being praised for helping stop an alleged kidnapping attempt at a rural Oregon mobile home park.
Milwaukee shootings Wednesday; 1 dead, 1 wounded
Milwaukee police said one person was killed and another wounded in two different shootings Wednesday, May 27.
Milwaukee police said one person was killed and another wounded in two different shootings Wednesday, May 27.
2026 Wisconsin State Fair promotions; what you need to know
The 175th Wisconsin State Fair will be here before you know it – and community partners are helping fairgoers celebrate with some deals and discounts.
The 175th Wisconsin State Fair will be here before you know it – and community partners are helping fairgoers celebrate with some deals and discounts.
Cluster of mpox cases identified in Wisconsin; prevention resources
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) encourages Wisconsinites to take steps to prevent mpox after cases were recently confirmed in southeastern and northern Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) encourages Wisconsinites to take steps to prevent mpox after cases were recently confirmed in southeastern and northern Wisconsin.
'Emily in Paris' actor Pierre Deny dies at 69: Reports
Pierre Deny, a French actor best known for his role in Netflix’s “Emily in Paris," died on Monday from ALS-related complications.
Pierre Deny, a French actor best known for his role in Netflix’s “Emily in Paris," died on Monday from ALS-related complications.
2026 Waukesha County Fair; new food vendors announced
The Waukesha County Fair has officially revealed its food lineup for July 15–19, 2026, featuring a mix of exciting new vendors and classic fair favorites.
The Waukesha County Fair has officially revealed its food lineup for July 15–19, 2026, featuring a mix of exciting new vendors and classic fair favorites.
FDA advisers considering updating COVID vaccine for new subvariant
An FDA advisory panel is considering updating the COVID vaccine to target the new XFG subvariant.
An FDA advisory panel is considering updating the COVID vaccine to target the new XFG subvariant.
Israeli researchers say Iran behind Los Angeles transit system attack
Israeli security researchers have tied the Iranian group to a cyberattack on the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority. The attackers allegedly stole hundreds of files and disrupted internal networks.
Israeli security researchers have tied the Iranian group to a cyberattack on the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority. The attackers allegedly stole hundreds of files and disrupted internal networks.
Pleasant Prairie fatal crash; driver hit tree, speed believed to be factor
One person is dead following a single-vehicle accident in Pleasant Prairie on Wednesday morning, May 27.
One person is dead following a single-vehicle accident in Pleasant Prairie on Wednesday morning, May 27.
'Flash bang' device found in West Bend St. Vincent de Paul donation pile
An investigation is underway after a "flash bang" device was discovered among donated items at a St. Vincent de Paul store in West Bend on Tuesday, May 26.
An investigation is underway after a "flash bang" device was discovered among donated items at a St. Vincent de Paul store in West Bend on Tuesday, May 26.
Trump administration pushes NDAs to curb federal media leaks
The Trump administration wants all current and future federal employees to sign non-disclosure agreements, part of a continuing crackdown on leaks to the media.
The Trump administration wants all current and future federal employees to sign non-disclosure agreements, part of a continuing crackdown on leaks to the media.
Milwaukee shootings Tuesday; 1 dead, 1 wounded
Separate shootings in Milwaukee on Tuesday, May 26 left one man dead and another person wounded.
Separate shootings in Milwaukee on Tuesday, May 26 left one man dead and another person wounded.
Critically missing Milwaukee teen found safe
Milwaukee police say 15-year-old Kan'liya Hillard has been found safe.
Milwaukee police say 15-year-old Kan'liya Hillard has been found safe.
Critically missing Milwaukee woman located safe
Police said Xiahara Rivera-Colon was located safely and the missing alert was canceled.
Police said Xiahara Rivera-Colon was located safely and the missing alert was canceled.
Glendale police chase; 2 Milwaukee residents arrested after crash
Glendale police said two 26-year-old Milwaukee residents were arrested Tuesday after a pursuit crossed I-43, involved a minor crash and ended near 8th Street in Milwaukee.
Glendale police said two 26-year-old Milwaukee residents were arrested Tuesday after a pursuit crossed I-43, involved a minor crash and ended near 8th Street in Milwaukee.
Intermodal Station safety concerns; Milwaukee leaders seek changes
Milwaukee city leaders are calling for safety upgrades at the Intermodal Station after a recent bathroom sexual assault, while WisDOT says it has sought changes as well.
Milwaukee city leaders are calling for safety upgrades at the Intermodal Station after a recent bathroom sexual assault, while WisDOT says it has sought changes as well.
Milwaukee County public pool season in jeopardy
Milwaukee County supervisors approved funding for a Washington Park splash pad, as McCarty Pool and the Hales Corners pool remain closed ahead of summer amid access concerns.
Milwaukee County supervisors approved funding for a Washington Park splash pad, as McCarty Pool and the Hales Corners pool remain closed ahead of summer amid access concerns.
Milwaukee County pools; supervisors weigh closures, splash pads
Milwaukee County supervisors approved funding for a Washington Park splash pad as McCarty Pool and the Hales Corners pool remain closed ahead of summer amid access concerns.
Milwaukee County supervisors approved funding for a Washington Park splash pad as McCarty Pool and the Hales Corners pool remain closed ahead of summer amid access concerns.
Milwaukee Weather: Cooler near the lake ahead
Partly cloudy and warm overnight. Temperatures dropping into the 60s. Partly sunny on Wednesday with a chance for an isolated t-storm at night. Highs in the mid-to-upper 80s inland, upper 70s near the lake. Cooler with sunshine on Thursday with a high around 70 inland, mid-60s near the lake. Warmer on Friday with sunny skies and highs the mid-70s near the lake, 80 inland.
Partly cloudy and warm overnight. Temperatures dropping into the 60s. Partly sunny on Wednesday with a chance for an isolated t-storm at night. Highs in the mid-to-upper 80s inland, upper 70s near the lake. Cooler with sunshine on Thursday with a high around 70 inland, mid-60s near the lake. Warmer on Friday with sunny skies and highs the mid-70s near the lake, 80 inland.