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In Racine, JD Vance Responds To Backlash From New York Rally

In Racine, JD Vance Responds To Backlash From New York Rally

Crass comments about Puerto Rico, minority groups put Trump campaign on defensive.

Wisconsin’s Gun Laws Get a ‘C’ Grade, Milwaukee Leaders Want That To Change

Wisconsin’s Gun Laws Get a ‘C’ Grade, Milwaukee Leaders Want That To Change

Despite being on a downward trend, the city has seen more than 100 homicides already this year

Milwaukee Bucks Owners Bid To Bring WNBA Team To City

Milwaukee Bucks Owners Bid To Bring WNBA Team To City

WNBA set to expand from 12 teams to 15 in 2026. Will it be with the Milwaukee Does?

Steil, Barca At Odds In Southeastern Wisconsin Congressional Race

Steil, Barca At Odds In Southeastern Wisconsin Congressional Race

The race between US Rep. Bryan Steil and Democratic challenger Peter Barca hold differing views on many issues.

Ballot Drop Boxes Are Secure Says State Election Chief, But Communities Are Backing Away

Ballot Drop Boxes Are Secure Says State Election Chief, But Communities Are Backing Away

240,000 absentee ballots returned, but drop box use is well below 2020 levels.

Park-and-Ride Homeless Encampments Will Be Cleared

Park-and-Ride Homeless Encampments Will Be Cleared

Effort to find homes for 60 residents will be a 'heavy lift' official says. Housing for 80 previously found.

Surge in Election Observers At Polls Expected

Surge in Election Observers At Polls Expected

RNC plans 5,000 observers in Wisconsin.

Crime Continues to Decline in Milwaukee

Crime Continues to Decline in Milwaukee

Mirroring national trends, with reductions in murder, assault, burglaries this year.

Homeless Camps Expanding Across the County 

Homeless Camps Expanding Across the County 

Milwaukee County seeing rise in homelessness, rise in encampments.

Will Milwaukee’s Black Voters Turn Out for Harris? 

Will Milwaukee’s Black Voters Turn Out for Harris? 

After turning out big for Obama, some turned off by Biden. Can Harris turn that around?

Mount Pleasant, Racine in Legal Battle Over Water After Foxconn Failure

Mount Pleasant, Racine in Legal Battle Over Water After Foxconn Failure

Racine mayor says the city didn't get promised benefits, wants new water deal.

RNC Suit Claims Racine Didn’t Hire Enough Republican Poll Workers

RNC Suit Claims Racine Didn’t Hire Enough Republican Poll Workers

City's August primary poll workers included 8 Republicans and 7 Democrats.

Brookfield, New Berlin Ban Ballot Drop Boxes

Brookfield, New Berlin Ban Ballot Drop Boxes

Use of secured drop boxes increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, as did politicization of the practice.

Brewers Tailgate Used To Rally Native Americans To Vote

Brewers Tailgate Used To Rally Native Americans To Vote

Event organizers Wisconsin Native Vote hope to increase voter turnout among Native Americans.

Wisconsin State Parks Experienced Pandemic Boom, Now People Keep Coming Back

Wisconsin State Parks Experienced Pandemic Boom, Now People Keep Coming Back

Wisconsin Policy Forum report finds park sticker sales in 2023 were up nearly 50% from 2019.

Two Republicans Vying To Challenge Gwen Moore

Two Republicans Vying To Challenge Gwen Moore

Tim Rogers facing off against Purnima Nath in Aug. 13 primary. Winner faces Moore in November.

Microsoft Buys More Land in Mount Pleasant For Data Center  

Microsoft Buys More Land in Mount Pleasant For Data Center  

Spending $33.9 million on additional land for $3.3 billion development on Foxconn land.

MPS Recall Organizers Say They’ve Collected 37,000 Signatures, More Needed

MPS Recall Organizers Say They’ve Collected 37,000 Signatures, More Needed

"Anonymous donors" paying for canvassers

Charging Decision in Death of D’Vontaye Mitchell May Take Several Weeks

Charging Decision in Death of D’Vontaye Mitchell May Take Several Weeks

He died outside downtown hotel after four security guards held him down.

Mayor Calls for Stricter Gun Laws After Spate of Shootings in City

Mayor Calls for Stricter Gun Laws After Spate of Shootings in City

13 shootings in Milwaukee on Wednesday. Vos, Donovan disagree with Johnson.

Milwaukee Receives $2.1M From HUD For Growing MKE Plan, Affordable Housing

Milwaukee Receives $2.1M From HUD For Growing MKE Plan, Affordable Housing

Milwaukee is 1 of 21 communities to receive grant from new PRO Housing program.

Democrats Look to Use Trump’s ‘Horrible City’ Comment Against Him

Democrats Look to Use Trump’s ‘Horrible City’ Comment Against Him

DNC launches billboards across Milwaukee with quote, Biden campaign creates t-shirt.

Donald Trump Holding Rally in Racine Tuesday

Donald Trump Holding Rally in Racine Tuesday

Trump will speak at a campaign event at Racine Festival Park.

Department of Transportation Towing Campers, Vehicles At Milwaukee Park and Ride Lots

Department of Transportation Towing Campers, Vehicles At Milwaukee Park and Ride Lots

Sites have become encampments in past year.

Wisconsin Tourism Has Second Straight Record-Breaking Year

Wisconsin Tourism Has Second Straight Record-Breaking Year

$25 billion economic impact beats prior record, supporting more than 178,000 jobs.

New Program Finds More Homes for Shelter Dogs

New Program Finds More Homes for Shelter Dogs

Milwaukee animal shelter offers ‘test drives’ with prospective adopters.

Milwaukee Kicks Off Peace Week

Milwaukee Kicks Off Peace Week

Second annual Peace Week's events seek to 'jump-start the summertime in Milwaukee on a very positive and peaceful note.'

Even With Murder Rate Decline, Domestic Violence Homicides Are Surging

Even With Murder Rate Decline, Domestic Violence Homicides Are Surging

Sojourner Family Peace Center says connecting victims of abuse to resources is vital.

President Joe Biden Will Visit Racine Next Week, His Fourth Trip To Wisconsin In 2024

President Joe Biden Will Visit Racine Next Week, His Fourth Trip To Wisconsin In 2024

Biden is expected to tout his "Investing in America" agenda

Milwaukee’s Rents Among Fastest Rising In U.S.

Milwaukee’s Rents Among Fastest Rising In U.S.

Up 6.4% in past year, 10th highest hike among metro areas in nation.

Property Owners Seek to Cash In on RNC

Property Owners Seek to Cash In on RNC

Metro area homes asking up to $7,000 a night during Republican National Convention.

Barca Announces Run For Congress, Challenging Steil

Barca Announces Run For Congress, Challenging Steil

Peter Barca, a Democrat, stepped down as secretary of Wisconsin’s Department of Revenue earlier this month.

Homicides in Milwaukee Down Nearly 50% in 2 Years

Homicides in Milwaukee Down Nearly 50% in 2 Years

Numbers continue to decline since pandemic but officials say more work still needed.

Maxwell Anderson Charged With Homicide In Missing Person-Found Leg Case

Maxwell Anderson Charged With Homicide In Missing Person-Found Leg Case

Anderson was charged with first-degree intentional homicide, mutilating a corpse and arson

We Energies Oak Creek Natural Gas Plant Will Be Running by 2028

We Energies Oak Creek Natural Gas Plant Will Be Running by 2028

Will replace coal-fired facility. Critics note it will release large amounts of methane.

Milwaukee Election Official Guilty of Election Fraud

Milwaukee Election Official Guilty of Election Fraud

Jury finds Kimberly Zapata guilty of a felony. Sentencing will take place on May 2.

Milwaukee Election Official Testifies in Defense of Accused Worker

Milwaukee Election Official Testifies in Defense of Accused Worker

Kimberly Zapata, on trial for election fraud, was a 'whistleblower,' her attorney says.

Trial Underway for Former Milwaukee Official Charged With Election Fraud

Trial Underway for Former Milwaukee Official Charged With Election Fraud

Opening statements were Monday for trial of Kimberly Zapata.

RNC Closed Hispanic Center in Milwaukee

RNC Closed Hispanic Center in Milwaukee

Closed in 2022, hasn't reopened since. Republicans closing centers focused on minority voters across the U.S.

UWM Will Close Waukesha Campus in 2025

UWM Will Close Waukesha Campus in 2025

Announcement cites declining enrollment, will mean layoffs of staff and faculty.

We Energies Will Spend $335 Million on Microsoft Development

We Energies Will Spend $335 Million on Microsoft Development

No Public Service Commission approval needed because project is on Foxconn land

Lights, Camera, Tax Breaks

Lights, Camera, Tax Breaks

Bipartisan bill would revive state tax incentives for film, TV productions shot in Wisconsin.

At Waukesha Visit, Jill Biden Calls Trump ‘Dangerous to Women’

At Waukesha Visit, Jill Biden Calls Trump ‘Dangerous to Women’

First Lady discussed abortion rights on her fourth visit to the state since August.

Narcan-Resistant ‘Tranq’ Linked To 1 in 5 of Milwaukee’s Overdose Deaths

Narcan-Resistant ‘Tranq’ Linked To 1 in 5 of Milwaukee’s Overdose Deaths

And the rate has doubled in early 2024. Xylazine is commonly mixed with fentanyl.

Milwaukee County Honors Civil Rights Pioneer Vel Phillips

Milwaukee County Honors Civil Rights Pioneer Vel Phillips

Barrier-shattering Phillips would have turned 100 on Sunday.

Bill Would Require Breathalyzers For Convicted Drunk Drivers

Bill Would Require Breathalyzers For Convicted Drunk Drivers

Sen. Chris Larson has introduced a similar measure 7 times

Here Come the Cicadas

Here Come the Cicadas

For first time since Thomas Jefferson was president, two rare broods of cicadas will emerge at same time. It could get loud.

Milwaukee Officials Urge Ambulance Policy Changes After Woman’s Death

Milwaukee Officials Urge Ambulance Policy Changes After Woman’s Death

Unanimous Common Council measure calls for future operating procedure updates.

Proposal Would Expand Silver Alert System To Include Children

Proposal Would Expand Silver Alert System To Include Children

Bill is backdoor way to expand Amber Alert system to support finding missing children.

Paramedics Never Left Ambulance to Look for Woman Who Froze to Death

Paramedics Never Left Ambulance to Look for Woman Who Froze to Death

Paramedics were on the scene for around 7 minutes, CEO says

Fire Department Reviewing 911 Calls After Women Falls on Ice, Dies

Fire Department Reviewing 911 Calls After Women Falls on Ice, Dies

Report says Milwaukee's 911 call system can lead to 'delays and frustration for the caller.'

Bucks GM Says Griffin Was Fired In Move To ‘Maximize The Talent’

Bucks GM Says Griffin Was Fired In Move To ‘Maximize The Talent’

Management declines to comment on reports they will hire veteran coach Doc Rivers

Kamala Harris Comes To Waukesha

Kamala Harris Comes To Waukesha

The first stop on vice-president's 'Fight for Reproductive Freedoms' tour is a speech in Waukesha County.

No More Humorous Highway Signs

No More Humorous Highway Signs

New federal DOT manual bars them, saying witty safety messages can be misunderstood.

The Herb Kohl Way

The Herb Kohl Way

"Living a life full of good deeds and service.' Hundreds gathered to honor US Senator and Bucks owner.

Federal Government Investigating Civil Rights Complaint About I-94 Expansion

Federal Government Investigating Civil Rights Complaint About I-94 Expansion

Groups oppose plan to expand, but not rebuild highway through Milwaukee's West Side.

Milwaukee Homicides Drop 21% in 2023, But Still Above Pre-Pandemic Levels

Milwaukee Homicides Drop 21% in 2023, But Still Above Pre-Pandemic Levels

For the first time in four years, Milwaukee doesn't set new record high.

Vacant Lots Becoming Public Healing Spaces

Vacant Lots Becoming Public Healing Spaces

City of Milwaukee program has found broad support from neighbors.

Wisconsin Communities Get Federal Funds for Street Safety

Wisconsin Communities Get Federal Funds for Street Safety

$11 million for eight local governments, including $4 million for Milwaukee.

Governor Signs Brewers Subsidy Agreement At American Family Field

Governor Signs Brewers Subsidy Agreement At American Family Field

Now Brewers must finalize lease with reconfigured stadium district.

Deputy Secretary of Commerce Visits With Milwaukee Latino Leaders

Deputy Secretary of Commerce Visits With Milwaukee Latino Leaders

Council President Pérez leads roundtable discussion at City Hall.

Mount Pleasant Approves Microsoft Deal on Foxconn Land

Mount Pleasant Approves Microsoft Deal on Foxconn Land

Tech company will buy 1,000 acres. Racine County Board must sill approve deal.

Mount Pleasant Deal With Microsoft Has No Public Subsidies

Mount Pleasant Deal With Microsoft Has No Public Subsidies

And no infrastructure. And would help village pay off Foxconn TIF district.

Could Brewers ‘Sea of Parking’ Lots Be Developed?

Could Brewers ‘Sea of Parking’ Lots Be Developed?

Bucks, Packers have built restaurants, hotel, apartments. Brewers urged to do the same.

Milwaukee Seeks Change In State Law To Fight Reckless Driving

Milwaukee Seeks Change In State Law To Fight Reckless Driving

Mayor Cavalier Johnson signs Alderman Lamont Westmoreland's proposal, calls for legislative action.

Police Chief Injured In Car Crash Leaving Reckless Driving Press Conference

Police Chief Injured In Car Crash Leaving Reckless Driving Press Conference

Chief Jeffrey Norman's vehicle struck by truck.

EPA Giving Milwaukee $17 Million For Sewer Project

EPA Giving Milwaukee $17 Million For Sewer Project

Relocating lakefront sewer overflow part of much larger environmental cleanup project.

Mayor Calls For Action on Gun Laws

Mayor Calls For Action on Gun Laws

Though homicides down 20% this year, non-fatal shootings are up. Guns a key part of problem, Johnson says.

After 7 Cyclist Deaths In 2022, Will More Protected Bike Lanes Help?

After 7 Cyclist Deaths In 2022, Will More Protected Bike Lanes Help?

Milwaukee is seeing an increase in bicyclist and pedestrian injuries and deaths.

State Officials “More Than Likely” To Reduce Local Contribution To Ballpark Subsidy

State Officials “More Than Likely” To Reduce Local Contribution To Ballpark Subsidy

City and county would otherwise be forced to pick up $200 million of $600 million tab, cut services.

Historic Frank Lloyd Wright House For Sale

Historic Frank Lloyd Wright House For Sale

East Side's Frederick C. Bogk House is on National Register of Historic Places.

MKE County: County’s Homeless Population Rises
MKE County

County’s Homeless Population Rises

Milwaukee, a national leader in reducing problem, saw an increase last year.

Black City Residents Still More Likely to Be Stopped, Frisked by Police

Black City Residents Still More Likely to Be Stopped, Frisked by Police

Report finds Black drivers 4.5 times more likely to get stopped than white drivers.

MPS Hopeful New Filters Will Keep Water Safe

MPS Hopeful New Filters Will Keep Water Safe

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions donates $2.2 million dollars in water filtration systems to schools.

Kaul Announces Funding for Office of School Safety

Kaul Announces Funding for Office of School Safety

Attorney General reallocates federal ARPA dollars to provide temporary funding.

Program Aims To Help Inmates Avoid Opioid Addiction After Release

Program Aims To Help Inmates Avoid Opioid Addiction After Release

Behind The Walls operates from within Milwaukee's Community Reintegration Center.

Mayor Johnson Hosts 2,000 Kids at Brewers Game

Mayor Johnson Hosts 2,000 Kids at Brewers Game

Part of Safer City MKE initiative, partnership with Neighborhood House of Milwaukee, Brewers Community Foundation.

Former Gov. Scott Walker Says Overturning Act 10 Would Set ‘Horrible Precedent’

Former Gov. Scott Walker Says Overturning Act 10 Would Set ‘Horrible Precedent’

Walker says newly-liberal court shouldn't touch his signature policy measure.

VP Kamala Harris Visits Wisconsin To Tout Nokia Bringing 200 Jobs To State

VP Kamala Harris Visits Wisconsin To Tout Nokia Bringing 200 Jobs To State

New jobs are a result of "Bidenomics" says VP at event with Secretary of Commerce, Sen. Baldwin.

14% of Shooting Victims in Milwaukee This Year Are Under The Age of 17

14% of Shooting Victims in Milwaukee This Year Are Under The Age of 17

Percentage has nearly doubled. Police attribute issue to easy access to guns.

Cardinal Stritch Campus Sold for $24 Million

Cardinal Stritch Campus Sold for $24 Million

Purchased by Ramirez Family Foundation, which runs St. Augustine Preparatory Academy.

West Allis Fire Department Offering Medication to Prevent Overdoses

West Allis Fire Department Offering Medication to Prevent Overdoses

Will offer people buprenorphine, approved by FDA to treat opioid use disorders.

Evers Vetoed Funding for Republican National Convention

Evers Vetoed Funding for Republican National Convention

GOP legislators gave Milwaukee tourism bureau $10 million for 2024 convention.

Wisconsin Officials Urge Fireworks Safety On Fourth of July

Wisconsin Officials Urge Fireworks Safety On Fourth of July

Dry conditions call for more caution, state fire officials stress.

State’s Pedestrian Deaths Rise By 50%

State’s Pedestrian Deaths Rise By 50%

2022 was Wisconsin's worst year since 1981. Report cites dangerous driving and larger heavier vehicles as factors.

City’s Homicides, Shootings Down in 2023

City’s Homicides, Shootings Down in 2023

But more progress needed said MPD Assistant Chief Nicole Waldner. 'There's just too many guns.'

Will Common Council Approve Sales Tax?

Will Common Council Approve Sales Tax?

State deal requires two-thirds vote of council. Seven of 15 members have expressed concerns.

Labor Leaders, Politicians Rally To Keep Master Lock in Milwaukee

Labor Leaders, Politicians Rally To Keep Master Lock in Milwaukee

400 workers will otherwise lose their job following surprise announcement.

City Program Seeks to Get Kids Off the Streets

City Program Seeks to Get Kids Off the Streets

"Safer City MKE" offers camping trips, city tours, art classes and more.

Survey of Wisconsin High Schoolers Finds Increase In Depression, Screen Time

Survey of Wisconsin High Schoolers Finds Increase In Depression, Screen Time

50% report having anxiety, 33% depression. Recreational use of digital devices growing.

MLB Commissioner Expresses Confidence In Brewers Subsidy Agreement

MLB Commissioner Expresses Confidence In Brewers Subsidy Agreement

Comments come as fight over funding American Family Field repairs and upgrades heats up.

Advocates Push for City-Owned Public Utility

Advocates Push for City-Owned Public Utility

Replacing We Energies would lead to lower rates and fewer power outages, they declare.

Vos Doubles Down On Sales Tax Referendum

Vos Doubles Down On Sales Tax Referendum

Milwaukee would get sales tax, but only if voters approve it in referendum.

Low Pay Causes Shortage of Public Defenders, Prosecutors

Low Pay Causes Shortage of Public Defenders, Prosecutors

Paid far less than private attorneys, WPF study finds, causing shortages across state.

New Froedtert, MCW Program Will Treat Veterans, First Responders

New Froedtert, MCW Program Will Treat Veterans, First Responders

$12.5 million donation from national nonprofit will fund treatment of traumatic brain injuries.

Johnson Calls For Abortion Referendum

Johnson Calls For Abortion Referendum

'I have a hard time believing people would allow abortion past about 12 weeks.'

Former Wisconsin Parole Commission, Racine Alderman Charged With Felonies

Former Wisconsin Parole Commission, Racine Alderman Charged With Felonies

John Tate II is alleged to have used Racine position for his own improper benefit.

Amid National Decline, Milwaukee Little League is Booming

Amid National Decline, Milwaukee Little League is Booming

Leaders say Beckum Stapleton Little League's ties to Black community have helped it to succeed

Microsoft Will Pay $50 Million For Mount Pleasant Data Center Site

Microsoft Will Pay $50 Million For Mount Pleasant Data Center Site

Some of the money will go to Foxconn.

The Rise of Non-Alcoholic Bars

The Rise of Non-Alcoholic Bars

Bars in Milwaukee, Racine, La Crosse offer a new experience for the 'drunkest' state in the nation.

Milwaukee Could Benefit From DNC in Chicago

Milwaukee Could Benefit From DNC in Chicago

Visit Milwaukee hopes for side tourism to this city by Democratic convention goers.

Millennial Homeownership in Milwaukee Up 157% in Five Years

Millennial Homeownership in Milwaukee Up 157% in Five Years

Third-fastest growth in U.S., behind only Richmond, Virginia, and Las Vegas.

Northside House Fire Kills Three Overnight

Northside House Fire Kills Three Overnight

Seven people have died in house fires in Milwaukee so far this year.

Microsoft Data Center Proposed for Foxconn Land

Microsoft Data Center Proposed for Foxconn Land

Mount Pleasant seeking other tenants. Not clear how many jobs this plan would create.

Three Transgender Women Killed In Milwaukee in Nine Months

Three Transgender Women Killed In Milwaukee in Nine Months

Local LGBTQ+ community leaders concerned about trend echoing national data.

Gov. Evers Proposes $5 Million To Advance Bronzeville Center for the Arts

Gov. Evers Proposes $5 Million To Advance Bronzeville Center for the Arts

Nonprofit group pursuing $55 million project for King Drive and North Ave.

Portion of Bayshore Parking Garage Collapses

Portion of Bayshore Parking Garage Collapses

No injuries as suburban shopping center sees multiple floors of concrete fall.

Officer Shoots, Kills 31-Year-Old Man

Officer Shoots, Kills 31-Year-Old Man

Video posted on social media Tuesday shows officers allegedly dragging the victim's body.

Mayor Johnson’s Plan to Nearly Double Milwaukee’s Population

Mayor Johnson’s Plan to Nearly Double Milwaukee’s Population

Hopes to grow city's population from 577,222 to 1 million. How will he do it?

Hundreds Attend Funeral For Police Officer

Hundreds Attend Funeral For Police Officer

Slain officer Peter Jerving served with the Milwaukee Police Department for 4 years.

Local Officials Hope Lawsuit Settlement Funds Can Reduce Drug Overdoses

Local Officials Hope Lawsuit Settlement Funds Can Reduce Drug Overdoses

644 overdose deaths in county in 2021. 'We're finally getting some resources.'

Former Foxconn Employee Alleges Company Commits Wage Theft

Former Foxconn Employee Alleges Company Commits Wage Theft

Company is alleged to be altering time sheets.

Milwaukee a Leader on Helping Homeless But Still Needs More Housing

Milwaukee a Leader on Helping Homeless But Still Needs More Housing

County has fewest unsheltered homeless people per capita in US, but numbers growing.

State Has Severe Workforce Housing Shortage

State Has Severe Workforce Housing Shortage

Suburbs often unaffordable for their workers. Waukesha County has worst shortage.

NBA ‘Michael Jordan’ MVP Trophy Made in Milwaukee

NBA ‘Michael Jordan’ MVP Trophy Made in Milwaukee

New trophy manufactured by Vanguard Sculpture Services on city's North Side.

Despite New Homicide Record, Violent Crime in Milwaukee Fell 7% in 2022
Milwaukee Leaders Decry Homicides, Call For Change

Milwaukee Leaders Decry Homicides, Call For Change

City had 214 murders in 2022, up from 193. 'We need it to stop today.'

Slate of Foxconn Opponents Running for Mount Pleasant Board

Slate of Foxconn Opponents Running for Mount Pleasant Board

Four candidates hope to gain a majority of the village board this spring.

State Gained 16,000 People Through Net Migration in 2022

State Gained 16,000 People Through Net Migration in 2022

Illinois lost 141,656 residents and Minnesota gained about 5,700.

Legal Experts Argue 10 Is Too Young For Adult Charges In Milwaukee Shooting

Legal Experts Argue 10 Is Too Young For Adult Charges In Milwaukee Shooting

The case of a 10-year-old Milwaukee boy accused of killing his mother could end up back in juvenile court.

County Officials Say Northridge Lake Murder-Suicide Could Have Been Prevented

County Officials Say Northridge Lake Murder-Suicide Could Have Been Prevented

26-year-old mother drove herself and 7-year-old daughter into lake after 911 call about possible suicide

Why Is A Wauwatosa School Board Member Suing His Colleagues?

Why Is A Wauwatosa School Board Member Suing His Colleagues?

Mike Meier alleges open meetings violation in approval of gender identity curriculum.

Wisconsin Voters Endorse Marijuana Legalization, Abortion Rights In Referendums

Wisconsin Voters Endorse Marijuana Legalization, Abortion Rights In Referendums

But county-level referendums were only advisory

Will Darrell Brooks Appeal His Conviction?

Will Darrell Brooks Appeal His Conviction?

Waukesha Parade killer says he plans to do so. Experts say a successful appeal is unlikely.

Darrell Brooks Found Guilty Of All Charges

Darrell Brooks Found Guilty Of All Charges

Jury finds him guilty of six counts of intentional homicide and 70 other charges in Waukesha Christmas parade killings.

Darrell Brooks Trial Goes to Jury

Darrell Brooks Trial Goes to Jury

Brooks accused of killing six people, injuring dozens by driving through Waukesha Christmas parade.

Darrell Brooks Jr. Begins Defense in Waukesha Christmas Parade Killings Trial

Darrell Brooks Jr. Begins Defense in Waukesha Christmas Parade Killings Trial

Facing 76 criminal offenses and representing himself, Brooks gives opening statement.

How Will Evers, Michels Handle Crime?

How Will Evers, Michels Handle Crime?

Challenger hammering key issue for Republicans, independents. What solutions does each candidate for governor offer?

Prosecutors To Conclude Their Case in Darrell Brooks Trial Wednesday

Prosecutors To Conclude Their Case in Darrell Brooks Trial Wednesday

Brooks, who is representing himself, will begin his defense the same day.

Despite Disruptions, Darrell Brooks’ Trial Begins

Despite Disruptions, Darrell Brooks’ Trial Begins

Judge says Brooks, who faces 77 charges for driving through Waukesha Christmas Parade, is making "mockery" of process.

What’s Happened So Far With the Waukesha Parade Trial?

What’s Happened So Far With the Waukesha Parade Trial?

Defendant Darrell Brooks Jr. has offered sovereign citizen defense, dropped his public defenders and been removed from court room.

Outbursts Delay First Day of Trial for Waukesha Parade Murders

Outbursts Delay First Day of Trial for Waukesha Parade Murders

Defendant Darrell Brooks Jr., representing himself, was removed from court room.

Brooks Ditches Attorneys, Will Represent Himself

Brooks Ditches Attorneys, Will Represent Himself

Accused Waukesha Christmas Parade killer faces 77 criminal charges, including 6 counts of first-degree intentional homicide

Home Heating Bills Could Rise By 17%

Home Heating Bills Could Rise By 17%

We Energies says typical customer could pay $25 more per month. Low-income payers hit hardest.

Milwaukee Eighth in Nation for Vehicle Thefts

Milwaukee Eighth in Nation for Vehicle Thefts

Two years ago Milwaukee was 66th.

Brady Street Shootings Raise Concerns

Brady Street Shootings Raise Concerns

Third major shooting in area in three months worries some in the neighborhood.

President Touts Unions, Disses MAGA Republicans in Milwaukee Visit

President Touts Unions, Disses MAGA Republicans in Milwaukee Visit

With less than two months until midterm election, Biden spoke at Laborfest Monday

Legislators Still Sitting on Opioid Funding

Legislators Still Sitting on Opioid Funding

Democrats, health officials says lives could be lost if settlement funds not used to fight drug epidemic.

Marquette Students Protest Lack of Diversity

Marquette Students Protest Lack of Diversity

Black Student Council of Marquette says students of color don't feel welcome on campus.

Lawsuit Decries Lack of State Public Defenders

Lawsuit Decries Lack of State Public Defenders

‘Constitutional crisis’, backlog of 35,000 cases because of shortage.

Michels Attacks Evers on 2020 Kenosha Unrest

Michels Attacks Evers on 2020 Kenosha Unrest

On two-year anniversary Republican tours city. Evers slams GOP for ‘false’ claims.

State’s Suicide Hotline Gets 6k Calls in First Month

State’s Suicide Hotline Gets 6k Calls in First Month

Department of Health Services launched suicide and crisis line July 16.

Milwaukee County Experiencing Record Overdose Deaths

Milwaukee County Experiencing Record Overdose Deaths

2022 outpacing 2021, which saw a record number of overdose deaths.

Will RNC Have $200 Million Impact on City?

Will RNC Have $200 Million Impact on City?

Some experts doubt it, pointing to convention’s 2016 impact for Cleveland.

Waukesha County Declares Fentanyl a ‘Health Crisis’

Waukesha County Declares Fentanyl a ‘Health Crisis’

92 people died of overdoses in Waukesha County last year.

Pence Calls Kleefisch ‘Proven Conservative’

Pence Calls Kleefisch ‘Proven Conservative’

The former vice president joined Kleefisch at a law enforcement event in Waukesha County.

Last Home in Foxconn Site Could Be Sold

Last Home in Foxconn Site Could Be Sold

Mount Pleasant officials discuss buying property of holdout homeowners Kim and Jim Mahoney.

Plan for Kenosha Casino Sparks Debate

Plan for Kenosha Casino Sparks Debate

Menominee Tribe would own and operate facility in partnership with Hard Rock International.