A Dane County brief argues Wisconsin's 1897 ban on fusion voting violates the state constitution, reigniting debate over whether minor parties can cross‑endorse candidates. The filing asks the court to apply heightened review and strike the law.

Chucho's Red Tacos will open its fifth Milwaukee stall at Zócalo Food Park on April 21, serving slow‑cooked birria tacos with housemade consomé. The ribbon‑cutting is open to the public.

Milwaukee County plans Garden Medley Estates in Oak Creek — about 50 affordable homes for buyers at or below 80% AMI. The project pairs federal HUD funds with local partners, including Habitat and a high-school construction program.

A Michigan man allegedly stole an ambulance and led Green County deputies on an 11.5‑mile chase that ended in Brodhead; he was tasered and booked without reported injuries.

Part of a barn's roof collapsed Monday near County Line Road in Mequon; emergency crews are on scene and officials are checking for injuries.

Phil Garner, the scrappy former Brewers manager, died at 76. Milwaukee released a statement mourning his passing.

A 2-year-old was killed in Fond du Lac County after a 4-year-old sibling found a loaded gun in the family car. Authorities say the family is cooperating and investigators are working with the medical examiner.

Brittany, 45, was euthanized after a recent decline in health. Zoo officials say a UW‑Madison necropsy will follow and results may take months.

Crews contained a fire at the West Metro Auto Mall on April 10; hazmat teams were called after police said an electric vehicle may be involved.

Early approvals cleared for The Corners’ West End move the project closer to construction, promising roughly 277 apartments and new retail on Bluemound Road.

Daniel Rick, a former Christ Alone Lutheran School teacher, was sentenced to 18 months in prison and two years of supervision after pleading guilty to exposing intimate parts to a student.

Brookfield Ald. Kris Seals said he "won't admit or deny" posts on a deleted LinkedIn profile that targeted Muslims and immigrants, prompting local leaders to respond.

Wauwatosa police arrested a 29-year-old after surveillance tied his car to repeated City Hall mailbox thefts; officers recovered stolen mail and a universal "arrow" key.