Washington Post ordered to reinstate columnist fired over Charlie Kirk post

An arbitrator ordered The Washington Post to reinstate an opinion writer terminated over social media posts following the death of Charlie Kirk.

Slender Man stabbing: Geyser release petition filed with court

Morgan Geyser has filed a petition for her release from a state psychiatric hospital, according to Wisconsin Circuit Court records and her attorney.

Wisconsin Enbridge natural gas pipeline rupture, haze covers site

A truck collided with a pipe at a Wisconsin natural gas pipeline excavation site Tuesday, spilling liquids and covering the site in a haze as crews responded.

Enbridge natural gas line struck in Iron County, Wisconsin
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An unoccupied vehicle rolled into and struck a natural gas line in Iron County, Wisconsin on Tuesday, Aug. 25, causing it to rupture. Video Credit: David Joe Bates

Milwaukee County Zoo: Child gets inside animal enclosure
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An official with the Milwaukee County Zoo talked about an incident that happened at an outdoor enclosure at the zoo on Monday, Aug. 24. The incident involved a child who was able to get into the savannah enclosure, but managed to get out safety with the help of a relative. 

Winning Powerball tickets sold in Brown Deer, Beaver Dam

A handful of winning lottery tickets were sold in Wisconsin on Monday, Aug. 24, including two Powerball tickets and a Badger 5 ticket.

Here's when Social Security COLA update is expected to be announced

Retirees can start planning: The Social Security Administration is expected to announce the 2027 cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, soon. Here's when.

Wisconsin Point sees first piping plover nesting in nearly 50 years

For the first time in nearly half a century, piping plovers have been spotted nesting on Wisconsin Point. This shorebird has been endangered for decades.

Milwaukee's The Garage 'NO PLAY LIST' backlash, bar responds

The Garage, a Milwaukee bar, responded to backlash Tuesday after a “NO PLAY LIST" of Black rap artists was posted at the bar's DJ booth.

Tom Tiffany campaign visit in Hales Corners
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Republican candidate for Wisconsin governor Tom Tiffany made a campaign stop in Hales Corners on Tuesday, Aug. 25. After making a statement, Tiffany fielded questions from political reporters in attendance.

Wisconsin August primary election results certified Tuesday

The chair of the Wisconsin Elections Commission will certify the results of the August primary election on Tuesday, Aug. 25.

Pennsylvania confirms first measles-related deaths in 35 years

Two unvaccinated people in Lancaster County have died after contracting measles, marking the state's first measles-related deaths in 35 years, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health. 

New Berlin council to address mayor's anti-Muslim social media posts

New Berlin Mayor Dave Ament faces backlash over Facebook posts disparaging Islam and Muslims. The Common Council will consider a resolution denouncing the messages Tuesday night.

2 Milwaukee rappers killed in shooting, man criminally charged

A Milwaukee man says he killed two rappers because one of them took his gun. 28-year-old Kelven Harris is now charged with shooting and killing them inside a recording studio near 31st and Cameron on Aug. 17.

Milwaukee fatal shooting, vigil held for 39th and Townsend victim

The family of 39-year-old Shamarla Hare held a vigil outside her home on 39th and Townsend Monday. It's where prosecutors say Thomas Zollicoffer shot and killed her earlier this month.

Family recovering after I-41 crash in Washington County

A Dodge County family is recovering after a crash left their car pinned between semi-trucks on I-41 in Washington County. The couple and their 3-year-old daughter spent days in the hospital.