Democratic lawmakers introduced a bill to cap annual lot‑rent hikes, require inspections and give residents a 60‑day window to bid on communities. Supporters say it preserves affordable homeownership.

Marinette police say Gabriella Cartagena has been located; a person of interest was jailed after a high-speed chase and family fundraising indicates she has died. Investigators are asking the public for camera footage from Feb. 4.

AB 818 would create a "demonstration" charter designation and add roughly $6,863 per pupil for a Madison-area charter, prompting union pushback and a committee vote.

A Milwaukee man, Mile Dukic, is charged with fatally stabbing Amanda Varisco 22 times after an argument; he had messaged her child admitting to the killing.

A Racine man has been charged in a 2019 garage shooting after investigators re‑examined the case and used new digital leads to identify a suspect. The preliminary hearing is set for Feb. 19.

The Brewers traded Caleb Durbin to the Red Sox in a swap that sends Kyle Harrison, Shane Drohan and David Hamilton to Milwaukee and reshapes both clubs' depth. The move arrives as teams finalize rosters ahead of spring.

Waukesha launched its 1st Annual Sweets Wauk, offering dessert samples from local businesses to visitors strolling downtown on March 21, promoting community and economic growth.

An Illinois driver was stopped on I‑41/94 in Racine County and arrested on suspicion of an eighth OWI, state patrol officials say.

The West Allis Police Department has opened registration for its 10-week Community Police Academy, offering residents insights into police operations through interactive sessions.

The Milwaukee Fire Department honored African-American members' impact during Black History Month, including the department's first black firefighter and leadership trailblazers.

A retail theft on Bluemound Road set off a multi‑jurisdiction police chase that ended near I‑94 and Highway 100; two suspects are in custody and two people were treated and released.

Wisconsin's seasonal frozen road law is in effect, allowing heavier loads for trucks on highways. The WisDOT monitors road conditions to confirm they can support the increased weight.

Milwaukee police fatally shot Joshua John Wippert, 38, during a vehicle chase following a traffic stop. Wippert, armed and non-compliant, later died; officers are on administrative duty, pending investigation.