$112,668 winning Fast Play lottery ticket sold in West Allis

It was a quick, and big, win for a shopper in West Allis. On Thursday, a shopper at the Pick ‘n Save at 108th and Cleveland won $112,668 by purchasing a "Platinum Payout" Fast Play ticket.

Milwaukee's Wicked Hop remains closed; additional roach activity found

The Wicked Hop will remain closed after City of Milwaukee Health Department inspectors observed additional live roach activity on Friday.

Mortgage rates fall below 6% for first time since 2022

A key milestone for homebuyers: the average 30-year mortgage rate has fallen below 6% for the first time since 2022. Here's what to know.

Milwaukee spring leaf cleanup; rake leaves into street before March 15

The Milwaukee Department of Public Works (DPW) announced on Friday, Feb. 27, that it is offering a one-time spring leaf cleanup opportunity.

Racine drug bust, young children found in home; 2 arrested

Two people were arrested following a drug bust at a home in Racine on Thursday, and two young children were taken from the home by Child Protective Services.

Milwaukee domestic dispute shooting; 1 wounded, suspect sought

One person was taken to the hospital after a domestic dispute led to a shooting in Milwaukee on Friday, Feb. 27.

Milwaukee shooting; 20-year-old accused of firing shots after crash

A 20-year-old Milwaukee man is accused of firing multiple shots and wounding a man after a car crash on the city's south side on Feb. 23.

2026 Wisconsin elk hunt; DNR application period opens March 1

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced the application period for the 2026 elk hunt will open Sunday, March 1 and continues through Sunday, May 31.

Nine US Navy sailors in San Diego, another suspect arrested for vicious assault at house party last year

Following a months-long investigation by the San Diego County Sheriff's Office and the U.S. Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), nine U.S. Navy sailors and another suspect have been arrested in connection with a violent assault last year.

‘The Wire’ actor Bobby J. Brown dies in barn fire: report

Bobby J. Brown, known for playing Officer Bobby Brown on HBO’s “The Wire," died Wednesday after being caught in a barn fire, according to TMZ.

2026 Milwaukee Camper, Travel & RV Show at State Fair Expo Center

Brian Kramp at the 2026 Milwaukee Camper, Travel & RV Show checking out a vehicle that’s much more than just a camper van.

Milwaukee judge calls out marijuana odor in courthouse
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A Milwaukee County judge on Thursday, Feb. 26, criticized the smell of marijuana inside the courthouse during a sentencing hearing, calling it inappropriate and illegal as visitors described the odor as common.

Milwaukee courthouse marijuana odor draws criticism from judge

A Milwaukee County judge on Thursday, Feb. 26, criticized the smell of marijuana inside the courthouse during a sentencing hearing, calling it inappropriate and illegal as visitors described the odor as common.

US military accidentally shoots down own drone at Texas border, lawmakers say

The U.S. military accidentally used a "laser-based" anti-drone system to shoot down a Customs and Border Protection drone Thursday night in Texas, lawmakers say. 

Oak Creek reckless driving stop leads to drug bust; 4 arrested

Oak Creek police arrested four people on Wednesday, Feb. 26, after a reckless driving stop uncovered methamphetamine, fentanyl and cocaine, with two suspects having outstanding warrants for their arrests.

Milwaukee affordable housing; emerging developers get more involved
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There is a new push in Milwaukee to get people into homes they can afford; more affordable housing. But what exactly does that mean?

Milwaukee affordable housing; emerging developers get more involved

There is a new push in Milwaukee to get people into homes they can afford; more affordable housing. But what exactly does that mean?

College student found in snow-covered car dies of carbon monoxide poisoning during Rhode Island blizzard

A college student was found unconscious inside a snow-covered car during a Rhode Island blizzard and later died of carbon monoxide poisoning, the Newport Police Department said Tuesday.