Wisconsin prison guard killed; teen pleads guilty, claims mental illness

A Wisconsin teen who killed a prison guard pleaded guilty to homicide but contends he doesn't deserve prison time because he was mentally ill.

Wisconsin Weather Experts | January 9, 2026
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The Wisconsin Weather Experts at FOX6 News Milwaukee share weather forecast trends and much more.

Wisconsin DNR snowmobile season safety tips, reminders

The Wisconsin DNR has tips and reminders for snowmobilers this winter, especially to be aware of unsafe ice and stay sober on the trails.

Milwaukee hit-and-run crash near 83rd and Lisbon; driver sought

Milwaukee police are asking for the public's help to locate a hit-and-run driver that crashed near 83rd and Lisbon on Thursday morning, Jan. 8.

Milwaukee fatal shooting near 39th and Lancaster; woman pleads not guilty

Jamica Mills pleaded not guilty on Friday, Jan. 9 to charges in connection to a fatal shooting that occurred near 39th and Lancaster in Milwaukee on Nov. 4, 2025.

2020 Milwaukee infant death; Davionte Allen sentenced to 8 years prison

A Milwaukee County judge sentenced Davionte Allen on Friday, Jan. 9, to eight years in prison in connection with the June 2020 death of his 3-month-old son.

Map: America's healthiest states have these things in common

America’s least healthy states also have a few things in common, according to a new report. Here's where your state ranks.

Packers, Bears Wild Card game at Soldier Field; snow outlook

Snow showers are expected throughout the day Saturday, including during game time Saturday night in Chicago. 1-2" of snow possible in southern Wisconsin.

Woman killed by ICE in Minneapolis: What we know about Renee Nicole Good

A female was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer, Department of Homeland Security officials confirmed Wednesday. Here's what we know.

Children locked in Milwaukee storage unit, woman pleads guilty to misdemeanor

One of the two people criminally charged in connection to the discovery of six young children locked in a Milwaukee storage unit has reached a plea agreement with prosecutors.

Milwaukee Mulch-O-Rama: Dispose of real Christmas trees on south side

The Garden District Neighborhood Association, City of Milwaukee, and the Department of Public Works are hosting a Christmas tree mulching event on Saturday, Jan. 10.

Milwaukee drug deal, fatal shooting; Travis Cooper pleads guilty

Travis Cooper pleaded guilty on Friday, Jan. 9 to felony murder in connection with a drug deal turned setup that left an Appleton man dead in March 2025.

Turner Hall burglary, man accused of stealing $18K in equipment, alcohol

An East Troy man has been charged with burglary, accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of alcohol and audio equipment from Turner Hall in Milwaukee.

Racine woman accused of threatening family member with scissors, BBQ fork

A 39-year-old Racine woman is accused of attacking a family member and threatening to stab her with a pair of scissors and barbecue fork.

Woman faces multiple charges after 'mermaid' skinny-dipping incident turns violent

A Louisiana woman allegedly attacked a sheriff’s deputy after skinny-dipping in a neighbor’s pond and claiming she was “trying to be a mermaid," authorities said.

December jobs report: 50,000 jobs added, capping off slow 2025

The U.S. economy added just 50,000 jobs in December, capping off the worst year for hiring since the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's what we know.