Milwaukee leaders push tougher landlord penalties amid no-heat shutdowns

Milwaukee leaders are pushing tougher fines for landlords after multiple buildings were shut down for lack of heat, including a 36-unit complex that displaced more than 50 residents.

Waukesha County measles case confirmed
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State and county health officials have confirmed a case of measles in a Waukesha County resident, the first in Wisconsin for 2026.

Milwaukee leaders push tougher landlord penalties
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Milwaukee city leaders are calling out landlords they say are failing to provide basic standards for tenants, including heat, after a growing number of properties were temporarily shut down this winter.

Former MPS paraprofessional accused of slapping special needs student

Former MPS paraprofessional Demitrios Visvardis is charged with misdemeanor battery. Prosecutors say he slapped a special needs student at Riverside University High School in November 2025.

Beet juice, molasses, pickle brine: Eco-friendly options to avoid icy roads

Eco-friendly alternatives such as beet juice, molasses, cheese brine and even pickle brine are being used to decrease the amount of salt being spread on the roadways and the environment during winter storms.

Waukesha County measles case confirmed, Wisconsin health officials say

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and Waukesha County Health and Human Services confirmed on Monday, Jan. 26, one case of measles in a resident of Waukesha County.

Who is Greg Bovino? Border Patrol’s acting commander seen in city sweeps

Greg Bovino has become the public face of the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown, seen going from city to city in big sweeps. Here’s what to know amid his rise in the Border Patrol and its immigration enforcement.

ICE in Minnesota lawsuit: Judge hears arguments seeking to block immigration operations

A federal judge heard arguments Monday on whether she should temporarily halt the immigration crackdown in Minnesota, which has led to three shootings, including two fatal shootings, by federal officials this month. The judge did not rule on the case during the hearing, saying she plans to issue a written opinion but did not specify when.

6 killed after business jet crashes at Maine airport

Federal Aviation Administration officials said the private aircraft crashed on takeoff from Bangor International Airport in Maine Sunday night.

PHOTOS: LiveNOW viewers share winter storm pictures

The massive winter storm that dumped sleet, freezing rain and snow across much of the U.S. over the weekend, left millions of Americans digging out. Viewers across the country shared photos with LiveNOW from FOX of the snow and ice where they live.

Brookfield retail theft at Kohl's; police seek to identify 2 women

Brookfield police are seeking the public's help to identify two women they say stole various merchandise from the Kohl's on N. 124th Street.

Brookfield Burlington retail theft; $1K worth of merchandise stolen

Brookfield police are looking for three people who they say stole more than $1,000 in merchandise from the Burlington store on Jan. 18.

Wisconsin State Fair; Lindsey Stirling takes Main Stage on Aug. 14

Electronic violinist, dancer and artist Lindsey Stirling will perform at the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026.

Two teens died in sledding accidents amid major winter weekend storm

The two teenagers died in separate sledding accidents in Arkansas and Texas over the weekend as a huge winter storm hit multiple states.

Lake Country Classical Academy senior helped build team at new school

John Calvin Walker, a senior at Lake Country Classical Academy, helped build a team at a new school. Some family inspiration also has him focus on a career path that helps people.

Lake Country Classical Academy senior helped build team at new school
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John Calvin Walker, a senior at Lake Country Classical Academy in Oconomowoc, helped build a team at a new school. Some family inspiration also has him focus on a career path that helps people.

Milwaukee County highlights community violence intervention efforts

County Executive David Crowley hosted a roundtable discussion on Monday to highlight Milwaukee County’s Credible Messenger Program.