Milwaukee Weather: Cool weather continues, slight chances of rain

Cool overnight with temperatures dropping through the 40s. Mostly cloudy and cool again on Thursday with a few midday light rain showers possible. Highs in the low 50s near the lake, upper 50s inland.

Unknown substance kills 3, injures first responders in New Mexico

At least two first responders were seriously injured from exposure to an unknown substance in New Mexico that left three people dead.

'Peanuts' music owner sues US government, 3 companies alleging illegal use of its tunes

The owner of the iconic “Peanuts" music catalog is taking legal action against multiple companies and even the U.S. government, claiming the beloved classics were used without permission.

Kenosha County stolen mail drug bust, 4 arrested

A Kenosha County mail theft investigation led to a drug bust and the arrests of four people, the sheriff's office said Wednesday.

South side Milwaukee Brewers-backed mural celebrates community, sunset

A Milwaukee Brewers community mural, "South Side en la Hora Mágica," was completed Wednesday near 18th and Lincoln, highlighting south side landmarks, sunset colors and nostalgia.

Milwaukee leaf collection policy; council seeks notice before DPW changes

The Milwaukee Common Council’s Public Works Committee advanced a proposal requiring DPW to notify council members before future leaf pickup changes are made public.

Milwaukee leaf collection policy
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Milwaukee residents will have two options for leaf pickup this fall after the city reversed course on a plan that would have required leaves to be bagged.

Milwaukee sex assault, man accused now charged in stabbing

A Milwaukee man, already accused of sexually assaulting a woman at gunpoint earlier this year, is now charged with attempted homicide and more.

Former Hartford Fire & Rescue lieutenant sentenced for child porn

Former Hartford Fire Department Lieutenant Aaron Moratz was sentenced to nine years in prison following his conviction of attempted child sexual exploitation and possession of child pornography.

Cop killer Ted Oswald's early release petition
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Convicted cop killer Ted Oswald is seeking early release after serving 32 years for a deadly 1994 bank robbery and shootout that killed Waukesha Police Captain James Lutz.

SpaceX reveals plans for what could be the biggest-ever IPO

On Wednesday, SpaceX submitted documents to move forward with its highly anticipated initial public offering (IPO). Here's what to know.

Sheriff: Man threatened Walmart mass shooting if hantavirus led to lockdown

An Arkansas man is facing felony charges after authorities say he threatened to carry out a mass shooting at a Walmart if the country went into another lockdown because of the hantavirus.

Cop killer Ted Oswald's early release petition; qualifies for consideration

Convicted cop killer Ted Oswald is petitioning to be let out of prison early. But the district attorney who prosecuted the case in the 1990s vows to fight it.

Jan. 6 officers sue to block payouts from Trump’s new ‘Anti-Weaponization’ fund

Two of the officers who defended the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, are suing to prevent a new $1.776 billion settlement fund from making payments to anyone, including supporters of President Donald Trump accused of participating in the assault that day.

Iowa man sues Nintendo over denied Pokémon Professor status

An Iowa man sued Nintendo after being denied Pokémon Professor certification despite scoring 100% on the exam.

Planet Fitness free summer pass returns for teens: What to know

Planet Fitness is bringing back its free Summer Pass, giving teens ages 14-19 free gym access. Here’s what to know.

Target reports best quarterly sales growth since 2022 under new CEO

Still facing backlash over several boycott attempts, Target is reportedly seeing a surge in sales after launching a major turnaround plan under its new CEO.