What to know about ‘flesh-eating’ bacteria in the Gulf

Health officials warn of a potentially deadly bacteria lurking in warm coastal waters. Here’s the symptoms and who’s most at risk.

Mississippi River Challenge: What is it? Who's taking part?
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Two professional fishermen are taking on something called the Mississippi River Challenge. Keith Kavajecz, a pro walleye fisherman from Wisconsin, and Keith Poshe, a pro bass fisherman from Louisiana, have teamed up for this adventure. The pair joined Wisconsin Live Desk to tell us about the journey, why they are doing it, and what lies ahead.

Milwaukee Weather: Storm chances continue Friday

Drying out for a few hours this afternoon, then scattered thunderstorms will develop along an incoming cold front. There is a chance storms are strong to even severe, especially if SE WI sees sunshine and warming temperatures.

Fond du Lac man, 71, arrested for 5th OWI offense after traffic stop

A 71-year-old Fond du Lac man was arrested by the Wisconsin State Patrol for operating a motor vehicle under the influence, fifth offense.

US Labor Department cites Wisconsin manufacturer after 3 deaths

The U.S. Department of Labor cited a Wisconsin food manufacturer after two industrial kettle accidents involving hot steam and liquid left three workers dead and two injured.

8 dead after charter plane crashes in western Alaska

Eight passengers on board a charter plane were killed after the aircraft crashed in a remote part of western Alaska, according to military officials. 

Hayden Panettiere would have been 37 today: Latest on her death

Tributes poured in on August 21 as loved ones and fans marked what would have been Hayden Panettiere’s 37th birthday. Here’s the latest on the investigation into the star’s death.

Milwaukee shootings Friday; 2 wounded

Two shootings in Milwaukee on Friday, Aug. 21 left two people wounded.

Kenosha County pursuits; 3 arrested
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On Wednesday, Kenosha County Sheriff's deputies attempted to detain wanted suspects in Somers, which led to two police chases. Authorities eventually arrested all three suspects on several felony charges.

Milwaukee comptroller discusses city's budget problems
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A new report shows the City of Milwaukee's budget is in rough shape. That's despite the two-year-old sales tax increase and the fact its savings accounts are strong. FOX6's Sam Kraemer sat down with the comptroller, who says city leaders need to make changes.

Flock misuse, former Kenosha County deputy charged
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A former Kenosha County sheriff's deputy has been charged with felony misconduct, accused of misusing Flock cameras and GPS.

Conor Kennedy, RFK Jr.’s son and Taylor Swift’s ex, put on Russia's international wanted list: Reports

Conor Kennedy was placed on Russia’s wanted list for allegedly assisting Ukraine during the war after secretly joining its International Legion in 2022 before returning to the United States.

Town of Somers animal mistreatment case, woman faces 15 charges

They found the inside of the house covered in molding feces, maggots, and trash. That is the environment police say a Town of Somers woman kept her pets in.

Somers animal mistreatment case, woman faces 15 charges
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They found the inside of the house covered in moldy feces, maggots, and trash. That is the environment police say a Town of Somers woman kept her pets in.

Comptroller’s Office releases Milwaukee’s five-year financial forecast
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City Comptroller Bill Christianson released Milwaukee's first Five-Year Financial Forecast, a new annual planning resource intended to provide policymakers, City leadership, stakeholders, and residents with a clear view of the City’s long-term General Fund fiscal outlook. By identifying emerging financial pressures years in advance, the Comptroller’s Office is giving City leaders and stakeholders more time and information to plan ahead and develop solutions. FOX6's Sam Kraemer sat down with Christianson to dig into this forecast and learn more.

Postpartum psychosis: What is it? What is the treatment?
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Lindsay Clancy, 36, faces three counts of first-degree murder in connection with the deaths of her children — Cora, Dawson and Callan, all younger than 6, who were discovered strangled at the family's Duxbury, Massachusetts home in 2023. This case raises all kinds of questions about postpartum depression and postpartum psychosis. Dr. Julianne Zweifel from UW Health joined Wisconsin Live Desk to learn more about the diagnosis.