Milwaukee braces for extreme cold with wind chills down to -20°F, as the National Weather Service issues a Hazardous Weather Outlook. The cold persists throughout the week, with slight warming by Thursday.

Emilio A. Arner-Ortiz has been charged with multiple crimes, including child sexual assault and pointing a gun at police during an officer-involved shooting in Milwaukee.

The National Weather Service forecasts early snow and cold conditions in Milwaukee, with highs near 29°F and a significant chance of snowfall and frigid temperatures into next week.

Milwaukee's South Side welcomes the reopening of Fire Station 31, enhancing local fire and emergency response services, and reinforcing community protection and engagement.

The Wisconsin DNR offers candlelight events for winter outdoor activities, like hiking and skiing, with warm drinks and bonfires in state parks and trails.

A 14-year-old boy was arrested in Milwaukee for a social media post threatening violence at Pulaski High School. Charges are pending, and the investigation is ongoing.

The Lowell Park ice skating rink in Waukesha is now open, while Buchner rink remains closed. Skaters must bring their own skates as no rentals are available.

South Milwaukee has unveiled a public health vending machine outside City Hall, offering free health supplies, including Narcan and fentanyl test kits, to improve health equity and access.

A 19-year-old wanted man was shot and injured by Milwaukee police during a confrontation when he reportedly pulled out a gun, leading to a struggle and his hospitalization.

A Wausau man, Lewis, received a 12.5-year sentence for leading a drug trafficking operation involving meth and cocaine, after pleading guilty to distribution and firearm charges.

Family mourns Joseph Lee at a vigil, seeking answers after his death from an assault in Racine County Jail, where he was allegedly placed naked in a trash bin post-attack. Suspect Davonte Carraway faces homicide charges.

The NWS has issued a winter weather advisory for Milwaukee, Racine, and Kenosha, predicting 1-2 inches of snow today and low temperatures down to 14 degrees tonight.

The Wisconsin DNR invites public comments on proposed changes to deer management unit boundaries through a virtual hearing and online submissions until Jan. 10, 2025.