Waukesha County

Susan Crawford Makes Her Case for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Judge and former prosecutor promises to 'give everybody a fair shake.'

How Wisconsin’s Investigations Into Police Shootings Protect Officers

Milwaukee Area Investigative Team gives them privileges other suspects don't get.

WISN 12 Hosts High-Profile Wisconsin Supreme Court Debate

Judge Crawford and Judge Schimel face off in debate on March 12

Another 10 Wisconsin Sheriffs Endorse Brad Schimel

“Lack of Urgency,” “No Pressure,” “Proud”- Behind the Scenes of Brad Schimel Delaying Justice for Victims

Hartford Man Sentenced to Prison for Stealing Employees’ 401(k) Funds

Red Cross: Donors needed now to build up the blood supply

$15 e-gift card for those who come to give blood or platelets by Feb. 28

Republican Bill Would Shield Police From John Doe Investigations

Officer Joseph Mensah, involved in 3 fatal shootings, testifies against Doe probes.

Waukesha County Executive Kills Sales Tax Plan, Warns of ‘Deep Service Cuts’

Paul Farrow gives in to opponents. Waukesha among just 2 counties without sales tax.

No Joke, Judge Brad Schimel Still Selling Out For Campaign Cash

Judge Brad Schimel Visits All 72 Counties

Nineteen Charged for Trafficking Fentanyl, Heroin, and Cocaine in the Greater Milwaukee Area

Brad Schimel Flaunts Anti-Abortion Agenda, Calls To “Shut Down” Issue of Reproductive Freedom

Supervisors Back Expedited Video Release Policy for Sheriff

Policy would require this when officers kill or injure anyone but Sheriff opposes it.

EPA Ruling on Air Quality Standards in Southeastern Wisconsin Misguided; Measure Hurts Existing Business, Limits Growth Potential

Coalition of area civic, business leaders formed to lobby against classification change

Members of the WI Congressional Delegation Endorse Judge Schimel

Senator Johnson, Representatives Steil, Van Orden, Fitzgerald, Grothman, Tiffany, and Wied endorse Judge Brad Schimel for the Wisconsin Supreme Court

In State Supreme Court Race Crawford Claims Schimel Soft on Some Crimes

Ads call him too easy on defendants in child pornography, other cases. Are they accurate?

Herzing University Celebrates 60 Years Of Career-Focused Education

Family-Founded Institution Launches Year-Long Celebration Of Educational Impact

Schimel Touts Endorsement From Sheriff Accused of Sexual Harassment

Sheriff Travis Hakes censured by 19-1 vote of Chippewa County Board.

Wisconsin’s Immigrant Rights Advocates Prepare for ‘Mass Deportation’

A key issue: how much will law enforcement authorities cooperate with effort?

Brad Schimel, Law Enforcement’s Choice for the Wisconsin Supreme Court

United Way Announces The Linda McFerrin African American Nonprofit Leadership Award

Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast (GSWISE) Announces Key Leadership Hires

GSWISE Strengthens Leadership Team with Appointments of Dionna L. Gavin as Chief People Officer and Kelly D’Amato-Turnquist as Chief Membership Officer

Discounted admission at area institutions, including the Racine Art Museum, during Milwaukee Museum Days

Wisconsin Supreme Court Hears Challenge to State Authority in PFAS Case

Top business group sued DNR, arguing it lacks power to make businesses clean up PFAS.

Meet Brad Schimel: Abysmal Record on Public Safety

Supreme Court Candidates Both Report ‘Historic’ Campaign Fundraising Totals

Dane County Judge Susan Crawford reports outraising former Republican Attorney General Brad Schimel by approximately $600,000.

Caught in the Act: Backlog Brad Tries to Rewrite History of His Failure to Keep Wisconsin Safe

UW-Milwaukee’s Shuttered Waukesha Campus Could Become Housing

Waukesha City Council approves land use plan change that allows for redevelopment.

Crawford, Schimel Will Clash in Wisconsin Supreme Court Race

Another high stakes high court race will decide its ideological balance.

GOP Lawmakers Move Quickly to Enshrine Wisconsin’s Voter ID Law

Early committee hearing to put a proposed constitutional amendment on the April ballot.

Wisconsin’s Population Projected to Decline by 200,000 by 2050 

But Dane County population expected to increase by 38%, state report finds.

Waukesha County Student Killed in School Bus Crash

Students were on the bus when it struck the child in parking lot at Silver Spring Intermediate School.

Visit Milwaukee Announces Return of Hotel Month and Museum Days

Lakefront Brewery Welcomes Local Swedish Community for New Years Eve Event

Available to the public, Lakefront is celebrating Sweden's deep Wisconsin roots with a special public event this New Year's Eve.

State Superintendent Underly Seeks Reelection, Faces Challenger

Her opponent is Democrat and Sauk Prairie schools superintendent Jeff Wright.

Sun Badger Solar Customers Won’t Get Refund for Unfinished Projects

Company in receivership after alleged $500,000 embezzlement by former employee.

Milwaukee Repertory Theater Names Community Advocates Recipient of the A Christmas Carol Families Program

Plus, A Christmas Carol Community Tickets Participating Organizations Announced

Former Public Defender Travis Schwantes Charged With Paying Client for Sex, Fraud

Schwantes faces multiple charges related to solicitation of prostitution and acting as attorney for one of the women he was soliciting.

Environmental & Public Health Groups Urge Wisconsin Supreme Court to Reject Attempt by WMC to Undermine State’s Spills Law

Wisconsin Ranks Number ONE in the Nation During Fall Drug Take Back Collection

Village Of Mukwonago Seeks Grant For Acquisition Of Land

Grant Requested For Stewardship Project In Village Of Mukwonago

Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin Endorses Brad Schimel for Wisconsin Supreme Court

FlexRide Touted For Its Success

Winning recognition for connecting city residents to suburban jobs not reachable by bus.

Results Show Wisconsin GOP Is Now Trump’s MAGA Party

Trump outperformed underlying Republican candidates, reversing 2020 results.

Wilson Center Announces Two New Board Members

Vining Win Reduces Republican Majority in Assembly

Robyn Vining defeats Tom Michalski in newly remapped district.

How State’s Election Rules Have Changed

2020's false election claims led to 2022 rule changes in Wisconsin that are now overturned, even as lawsuits filed.

Can Harris Win Wisconsin?

Why Democrats are confident. And how the state's geography could upset expectations.

Sherman Park Harvest Fest Returns for Its Third Year This Saturday

Wisconsin’s Longest-Serving State Senator, A Republican, Endorses Harris

Sen. Robert Cowles called former President Donald Trump a 'totalitarian' in a radio interview

Former Waukesha County Sheriff’s Office Correctional Lieutenant Sentenced to Four Months’ Imprisonment

Waukesha Mayor Shawn Reilly Endorses Vice President Kamala Harris for President

Harris, Cheney Court Republican Voters in Waukesha County Event

Swing-state blitz includes appearance with Charlie Sykes.

Drug Take Back Day is October 26

Vance Courts Catholic Voters in Waukesha Stop

Vance talks abortion, inflation in stop at Waukesha airport.

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.

Waukesha Company Relocating to Downtown Milwaukee

MARS Solutions Group joins suburbs-to-city migration trend.

Waukesha County Could Determine Wisconsin Election Winner

Suburbs were once critical to the GOP to win Wisconsin. Now, both parties are competing for their votes.

More Wisconsin Absentees Ballots Already Returned Than Entire 2016 Election

Almost 200,000 ballots returned, with hundreds of thousands more already sent to voters.

More Federal Complaints Allege Title IX Violations By Wisconsin School Districts

Accusing 4 districts of 'hostile environments' for transgender and nonbinary students.

DNR Confirms Cases Of Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease In Chippewa, Jackson And Waukesha Counties

What’s Next For Fire Damaged Recycling Center?

Equipment is totaled, but building could be salvaged.

During La Crosse Town Hall, Trump Says Government, Insurance Should Cover IVF

Former president fields questions about inflation, southern border, jobs from Wisconsin residents during 30 minute appearance.

DHS to Mark International Overdose Awareness Day with New Investments to Reduce Drug Overdose Deaths

Strategies will focus on harm reduction services and supports

Commuter Rail Startup Has Big Vision, Lots of Questions

Regional system, say organizers, would use existing tracks, require no operating subsidy.

Brookfield, New Berlin Ban Ballot Drop Boxes

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

WOW Counties Turning Less Republican

Ozaukee and Waukesha now less red while Washington County resists the trend.

Good Harvest Market hosts Bag Toss Tournament to benefit The Women’s Center

Wake Boats on Wisconsin Lakes Cause Controversy

Surfers love the waves; others cite impact on fishing, canoeing, shoreline erosion.

Milwaukee Senate and Assembly Races

A handful of partisan primaries will also determine the winner of the general election in November.

What Tuesday’s Election Tells Us

Two cynical structured and timed amendments and one race for Waukesha County DA that ignores actual data.

Senator Baldwin Announces Over $8 Million for Infrastructure and Safety Improvements at Wisconsin Airports

Waukesha County, Ashland County airports receive funding to upgrade runways, improve safety

Details Announced for PULSE, A Health & Wellness Fest For All

Powered by Aurora Health Care and Milwaukee World Festival, Inc., Sunday, September 8 at Henry Maier Festival Park

Rep. Janel Brandtjen Sues State Ethics Commission

Menomonee Falls Republican fighting charges against her in campaign fundraising scheme.

Wisconsin State Patrol welcomes 23 new officers at graduation, including first lateral recruit class

Conservative Wisconsin Law Firm Builds Ties with Local School Boards

Waukesha board members attend WILL summit, quit WI Association of School Boards.

Former Waukesha County Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Pleads Guilty to Smuggling Contraband

Officers From 103 Outside Police Departments Will Guard RNC

And that's before counting federal agencies and private security guards.

Milwaukee County and Waukesha County Unveil Enhanced Emergency Communication System to Promote Public Safety

Summerfest Tech Sees Big Results for Seventh Annual Conference with Record Number of Registrants, Expanded Programming, and More

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce More Than $408,000 in Technical Education Equipment Grants to Serve About 4,600 Students

Students at 17 school districts across the state will benefit from new advanced manufacturing training for high-demand jobs

Home Affordability in Wisconsin Hits All-Time Low

Realtors Association says it's the worst since group began tracking it in 2009.

Supreme Court To Hear Case Of Brothers Fired For Stealing From School District

Oconomowoc Area School District fired men after they admitted to stealing scrap metal.

All 4 Liberal Justices Back Crawford’s Wisconsin Supreme Court Campaign

Endorsing just 2 days after Dane County Judge Susan Crawford announces her candidacy.

Donald Trump Holding Rally in Racine Tuesday

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

Dane County Judge Susan Crawford Will Run for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Seeks to maintain court's 4-3 liberal majority after Justice Ann Walsh Bradley retires.

Nearly Half of Legislature Won’t Run in Old Districts

Redistricting shakes up Legislature for both Democrats and Republicans.

Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. and Aurora Health Care Launch Aurora Pavilion Stage and Announce New FREE Health and Wellness Fest with Special Guest Donald Driver

Summerfest and Briggs & Stratton Highlight Stage Lineup, Experiences, and Community Impact During Festival’s Three Weekends

Briggs & Stratton Volunteers to Plant Flowers May 28 at Henry Maier Festival Park

Republican Party of Milwaukee County Hosting Tulsi Gabbard

WisDOT, Waukesha County promote work zone safety ahead of summer travel season

Wisconsin Ranks Number Two in the Nation During Spring Drug Take Back Day

Wisconsin Lacks Clear System for Tracking Police Caught Lying

Prosecutors across the country maintain ‘Brady lists’ of officers with a credibility problem.

Rights Clash in Records Dispute

Battle over voting by those deemed mentally incompetent is complicated.

Milwaukee Vegan Cafe Owner Appears With Trump, Assails Migrants

Trump vows to eat at cafe, though he's not 'into that vegan stuff.' It opened under Biden.

Trump Blasts Biden’s Economic Record in Waukesha Visit

Former president rallied in Wisconsin during a break from his criminal trial in New York.

UW-Platteville Vacating Richland Campus

Democrats blame Republicans for cutting UW system funding.

Kaul Argues State Law Doesn’t Prohibit Absentee Ballot Boxes

Lawsuit asks state Supreme Court to overturn decision barring drop boxes.

The Long Road To End Solitary Confinement in Wisconsin

"The hole" is torture on those confined to it argue opponents at legislative action day.