A passenger died and two were injured after a single-vehicle crash on Little Coffee Road in the Town of Watertown; investigators are probing the cause.

Council President José G. Pérez is pushing to fold parklet permits into the city's licensing process to standardize rules and give neighbors a formal say. The move would align parklets with existing license requirements and could change how quickly restaurants open outdoor seating.

A 38-year-old was wounded Friday morning near 34th and National in Milwaukee during a robbery; police are searching for suspects.

A Milwaukee man was sentenced to about 16 years in federal prison after prosecutors tied him to a string of armed robberies across Milwaukee and Waukesha counties.

WisDOT released four conceptual designs to rework the I‑43/National Avenue interchange in Walker’s Point. Display boards and staff will be at a June 3 open house to take feedback.

Hank Azaria says he’s never been to Milwaukee and will play Summerfest on June 27; net proceeds will benefit his Four Through Nine Foundation.

A counter-service barbecue window opened at 7870 W. Appleton Ave., serving slow-smoked ribs, grilled meats and classic sides from owner Jeffrey McCloud.

A Menomonie man has been charged after his 56-year-old mother was found fatally stabbed in an Eau Claire apartment; court records say he admitted planning the attack.

Brewers players and the Brewers Community Foundation kicked off Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity’s 2026 build season. The nonprofit plans 40 new homes and nearly 200 repair projects.

Life‑threatening 3–6 foot waves and gusty northeast winds will hit Milwaukee's lakefront tonight. Avoid beaches and expect cooler shoreline temps through Thursday.

T‑Mobile will hand out free one‑day Summerfest general‑admission tickets at select Wisconsin stores on May 27; supplies are limited and a VIP prize drawing is included.

An overnight crash on Milwaukee’s north side near Fond du Lac and Roosevelt left at least one person dead. The medical examiner responded and police are investigating.

Jacob Misiorowski set a Statcast‑era mark with 57 pitches at 100+ mph and fanned 12 as the Brewers beat the Cardinals 5‑1. Christian Yelich’s first‑inning three‑run homer provided the margin.