Brookfield North Shore Bank robbery, police seek suspect
Brookfield police are looking for the person wanted in connection to a bank robbery that happened on Thursday afternoon, Aug. 20.
Brookfield police are looking for the person wanted in connection to a bank robbery that happened on Thursday afternoon, Aug. 20.
Waukesha homicide: Kevin Lychwick sentenced to life in prison
Kevin Lychwick, the Waukesha man convicted of killing his neighbor and hiding the body in 2024, was sentenced to life in prison on Thursday.
Kevin Lychwick, the Waukesha man convicted of killing his neighbor and hiding the body in 2024, was sentenced to life in prison on Thursday.
West Allis-West Milwaukee DPW fire, building under construction
A three-alarm fire broke out at the under-construction West Allis-West Milwaukee Department of Public Works building on Thursday morning, Aug. 20. It happened near 53rd and Burnham.
A three-alarm fire broke out at the under-construction West Allis-West Milwaukee Department of Public Works building on Thursday morning, Aug. 20. It happened near 53rd and Burnham.
Collegiate volleyball featured at Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum
The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) is excited to reveal the eight teams that will be part of 2026 AVCA First Serve at Milwaukee’s Fiserv Forum, August 21–23. This year’s event will include all four of the 2025 NCAA Championship semifinalists—national champion Texas A&M, Kentucky, Pittsburgh, and Wisconsin—as well as Arizona State, Louisville, SMU, and Texas. Jaime Gordon, AVCA CEO, joined Wisconsin Live Desk to talk more about this event.
The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) is excited to reveal the eight teams that will be part of 2026 AVCA First Serve at Milwaukee’s Fiserv Forum, August 21–23. This year’s event will include all four of the 2025 NCAA Championship semifinalists—national champion Texas A&M, Kentucky, Pittsburgh, and Wisconsin—as well as Arizona State, Louisville, SMU, and Texas. Jaime Gordon, AVCA CEO, joined Wisconsin Live Desk to talk more about this event.
Wisconsin E. coli, Salmonella outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts
The Wisconsin DHS said 17 people have been sickened, one of them hospitalized, due to E. coli and/or Salmonella from alfalfa sprouts.
The Wisconsin DHS said 17 people have been sickened, one of them hospitalized, due to E. coli and/or Salmonella from alfalfa sprouts.
Wisconsin tornado count hits second-highest yearly total on record
A confirmed tornado Tuesday in southern Washington County brought the statewide total to 47, the second highest on record since records began in 1950.
A confirmed tornado Tuesday in southern Washington County brought the statewide total to 47, the second highest on record since records began in 1950.
Kenosha County pursuits; 3 arrested, multiple felony charges referred
On Wednesday, Aug. 19, Kenosha County Sheriff's deputies attempted to detain wanted suspects in Somers, which led to two police chases. All three suspects were eventually arrested on a range of felony drug charges.
On Wednesday, Aug. 19, Kenosha County Sheriff's deputies attempted to detain wanted suspects in Somers, which led to two police chases. All three suspects were eventually arrested on a range of felony drug charges.
Milwaukee Weather: Scattered storms Friday, possibly severe
Spotty light showers possible Friday morning, then scattered thunderstorms through Friday night. These may impact high school football games. A few storms could be severe with all modes of severe weather possible, including a weak tornado.
Spotty light showers possible Friday morning, then scattered thunderstorms through Friday night. These may impact high school football games. A few storms could be severe with all modes of severe weather possible, including a weak tornado.
Milwaukee County Zoo's 'A la Carte' event kicks off 40th anniversary celebration
The Milwaukee County Zoo's annual "A la Carte" festival is taking place from Aug. 20-23. The event features dozens of food vendors, music performances and more.
The Milwaukee County Zoo's annual "A la Carte" festival is taking place from Aug. 20-23. The event features dozens of food vendors, music performances and more.
Hayden Panettiere boyfriend Brian Hickerson’s attorney issues statement on her death: Report
Brian Hickerson’s attorney is speaking out following Hayden Panettiere’s death, as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death, according to TMZ.
Brian Hickerson’s attorney is speaking out following Hayden Panettiere’s death, as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death, according to TMZ.
St. Francis fatal crash Thursday; 2 dead
Two people were killed in a crash in St. Francis on Thursday morning, Aug. 20.
Two people were killed in a crash in St. Francis on Thursday morning, Aug. 20.
College students can now pay tuition with PayPal or Venmo at some universities
Some universities are now allowing students and their families to pay tuition through PayPal and Venmo. Here's what to know.
Some universities are now allowing students and their families to pay tuition through PayPal and Venmo. Here's what to know.
Sanitation worker dies after falling from truck on first day on job
A South Carolina sanitation worker died after falling from the rear platform of a garbage truck on his first day on the job.
A South Carolina sanitation worker died after falling from the rear platform of a garbage truck on his first day on the job.
Waukesha gas station armed robbery, suspect sought
Waukesha police are looking for a suspect after a gas station convenience store employee was robbed at gunpoint early Thursday morning, Aug. 20.
Waukesha police are looking for a suspect after a gas station convenience store employee was robbed at gunpoint early Thursday morning, Aug. 20.
Honolulu bill could fine, jail homeless residents over shopping cart use
Honolulu is considering a crackdown on unauthorized shopping cart use, with penalties of up to $2,000 and 30 days in jail. Critics warn the proposal could hit homeless residents hardest.
Honolulu is considering a crackdown on unauthorized shopping cart use, with penalties of up to $2,000 and 30 days in jail. Critics warn the proposal could hit homeless residents hardest.
West Allis-West Milwaukee DPW fire, building under construction
A three-alarm fire broke out at the under-construction West Milwaukee Department of Public Works building on Thursday morning, Aug. 20.
A three-alarm fire broke out at the under-construction West Milwaukee Department of Public Works building on Thursday morning, Aug. 20.
West Milwaukee structure fire; West Allis assistant fire chief provides brief
Armando Suarez Del Real, the assistant chief for the West Allis Fire Department, provided an update on a three-alarm fire at the future site of the West Allis-West Milwaukee DPW building.
Armando Suarez Del Real, the assistant chief for the West Allis Fire Department, provided an update on a three-alarm fire at the future site of the West Allis-West Milwaukee DPW building.
Critically missing 14-year-old girl found safe: Milwaukee police
The Milwaukee Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a critically missing 14-year-old girl, Khloe Johnson.
The Milwaukee Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a critically missing 14-year-old girl, Khloe Johnson.
Flock security camera in Germantown park causing controversy
Flock Safety has sparked another controversy in southeast Wisconsin, this time over a camera at Germantown's Kinderberg Park.
Flock Safety has sparked another controversy in southeast Wisconsin, this time over a camera at Germantown's Kinderberg Park.
Waukesha homicide: Kevin Lychwick sentenced to life in prison
Kevin Lychwick, the Waukesha man convicted of killing his neighbor and hiding the body in 2024, was sentenced to life in prison on Thursday, Aug. 20.
Kevin Lychwick, the Waukesha man convicted of killing his neighbor and hiding the body in 2024, was sentenced to life in prison on Thursday, Aug. 20.