A new Fire & Police Commission partnership lets UWM criminal justice graduates submit transcripts instead of taking the written MPD exam, giving them preference points and direct interviews.

A Milwaukee officer was charged with attempted misconduct in public office after prosecutors say he misused the department’s Flock license‑plate system. He remains suspended as the case moves through court.

Neighbors pressed reporters and experts about data center water, power and who will pay after a packed town hall at Turner Hall. The event laid out technical tradeoffs and a fast-moving regulatory showdown.

Neighbors near Lake Shore Middle School report near-daily coyote pack sightings and at least one pet attack. Mequon's five-level plan limits removal to verified attacks, leaving residents pushing for faster action.

A 62-year-old woman was found dead after deputies responded to a 911 disturbance north of Elkhorn; one person of interest is in custody as the investigation continues.

A Climate Central analysis finds Milwaukee's January averages are about 8.3°F warmer than in 1970, a shift already changing Lake Michigan ice, snow and winter recreation.

A phoned threat prompted a Ranger Alert at UW‑Parkside, briefly shutting down the campus and canceling events. Law enforcement cleared the scene and investigators are tracing the call.

Franklin's plan commission advanced creating a TIF district to help fund Land By Label's $83M mixed‑use project at 76th and Rawson. The proposal now heads to the Common Council.

A movable life‑ring cabinet has been placed along Pewaukee Lake after drownings last summer, offering bystanders a quick flotation device while crews respond.

Wisconsin has begun rule‑making to add Krabbe disease to its newborn screening panel; officials say lab setup and follow‑up could delay testing for up to two years. Advocates say the change could catch the rare, fast‑moving disorder in time for lifesaving treatment.

A county-hosted meeting next Thursday will let Greendale residents weigh in as officials negotiate a lease or sale of the historic Trimborn Farm.

Washington County firefighters visited a local school to teach children about fire safety and familiarize them with firefighter gear and responsibilities.

Linn County and Brookfield residents are warned of critical fire weather conditions, with authorities asking to avoid burning and sparking activities.