Nearly 24 years after her daughter vanished from a Milwaukee elementary school, a mother says she will sue the Milwaukee Police Department alleging misconduct and seeking $10 million.

An 18-year-old Milwaukee man who accidentally killed his mother while intervening in a domestic assault was sentenced to probation after an emotional court hearing. Prosecutors and the judge described him as a child put in an impossible position.

A Milwaukee County judge has allowed Timothy Olson—accused of kidnapping and linked to two death probes—to represent himself as a competency report lands next week.

The US Supreme Court ruled Trump's emergency tariffs, imposed under IEEPA, exceeded presidential powers and did not have clear congressional authorization.

Milwaukee County is reviewing its services to boost efficiency, equity, and cost savings and invites resident participation in its Future State Project.

Washington County's Facebook page congratulated Kewaskum native Jordan Stolz after his third medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics, but the post later appeared unavailable.

A 19-year-old was stabbed during an attempted robbery at the Super 8 near Mitchell Airport; two people were arrested and the case will go to the DA for review.

My Yo My’s Water Street shop closed Jan. 31 and the 1,180‑sq‑ft corner unit is listed for $359,000. The listing excludes equipment, leaving re‑build and licensing to any buyer.

Prosecutors allege nearly a dozen firearms were recovered from a Mukwonago Friesian ranch during a November search; the owner now faces gun charges as an animal‑welfare probe continues.

Milwaukee County held a Spring Primary for the Oak Creek-Franklin School District on February 17, with reminders about upcoming election dates and the use of MyVote.wi.gov for voter services.

Wauwatosa opens nominations for its 15th Annual POP Awards to honor exceptional upkeep of historic properties. Eligibility requires adherence to the city's historic guidelines.

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers called for a special session on gerrymandering in his final State of the State address, also discussing tax cuts and school funding.

Paul Bartolotta will open High Stakes by Bartolotta in the former Rumpus Room on Water Street, marking a new European-style steakhouse for downtown Milwaukee.