Milwaukee officials have organized a "How to Protest Safely" event to educate residents on protest rights and safety, featuring local elected officials, law enforcement, and civil society representatives.

A judge found an 89-year-old woman accused in a Cudahy hit-and-run not competent to stand trial and ordered her committed to state care while doctors evaluate her. Court dates were set for March and May.

A Racine County jury on Feb. 10 acquitted William Bunch in the 2021 killing of Vanessa Anderson and her unborn child. The verdict closes a long-running criminal case tied to an Oct. 2021 slaying.

MPS is weighing legal action to recover about $43.5M used to stabilize lead paint at roughly 100 schools, a move that would carry legal risk and budget implications.

R&B veteran Charlie Wilson will headline Summerfest's BMO Pavilion on June 18. Reserved seats go on sale Feb. 13; general admission seating remains first-come, first-served.

A Milwaukee driver's 33rd suspended‑license ticket after a 106 mph stop spotlights a legal gap that lets chronic offenders keep driving.

Supervisor Steve F. Taylor criticized Milwaukee County's handling of its healthcare contract in an overnight email, demanding transparency, accountability, and stronger leadership from County Executive David Crowley.

Milwaukee police have towed 47 vehicles since lawmakers let officers impound cars on a first reckless‑driving offense; advocates praise the move while critics warn of heavy fees.

After years on Packard Avenue, Jen's Sweet Treats will close its Cudahy shop on May 31 as owner Jen prepares to run a cottage bakery in Mississippi.

Superintendent Brenda Cassellius outlined a budget that caps class sizes and prioritizes hires at hard‑to‑staff schools while MPS races to close an audit‑identified $46M shortfall.

Supervisor Deanna Alexander calls for accountability after a lapse in Milwaukee County's health insurance contract with UnitedHealthcare affected employees' coverage. She emphasizes the need for structural reforms to prevent similar issues.

The Janesville Senior Center is organizing a nostalgic trip featuring a chocolate factory tour, I Love Lucy-themed lunch, and a presentation on the show. It costs $110-$120 and registration ends March 5.

A 57-year-old Burlington man was killed Thursday night after being struck by a Dodge minivan near Douglas Avenue and Scott's Way in Caledonia. Police are investigating and seeking witnesses.