The Milwaukee Health Department confirms a measles outbreak in Waukesha County, urging vaccination and hygiene to prevent spread. Signs include fever, cough, and rash; seek medical help if symptoms appear.

The Franklin Police warn of a scam where a wrong number text leads to a scammer asking for money, often for a plane ticket, then blackmailing with explicit photos for cryptocurrency.

Elbow Room's Cedarburg outpost opened in December with smash burgers, bourbon and a 100-person event space at the former Galioto’s site.

Cudahy officials reduce road salt use to protect the environment and save costs, advocating for a balance between safety and sustainability during Salt Week.

A Pewaukee contractor faces 11 charges, including two felonies, after homeowners and state records say renovation work was left unfinished. The case traces back to projects in Mequon and Menomonee Falls.

Two suburban police departments dropped matter-of-fact but unsettling notices this week, flagging new and existing registered sex offenders living quietly in residential neighborhoods. The details, addresses, and legal backdrop behind why these alerts go out are raising fresh questions about how communities are kept in the loop.

Wisconsin reports its first 2023 measles case linked to international travel. Health officials are tracing contacts but urge the public to verify their immunization status against this highly contagious virus.

A West Allis man faces five felony counts after police say investigators found thousands of child sexual-abuse images and videos in his home.

The City of Waukesha, in partnership with Champion Force Athletics, is offering affordable youth cheerleading classes for kids aged 4-18, aiming to build confidence and skills.

West Allis, WI, suspends garbage and recycling due to weather, resuming with an adjusted schedule on Monday, Jan. 26. Collections postponed to next week with detailed pick-up days.

A former Riverside paraprofessional pleaded not guilty in Milwaukee court to battery of an 18-year-old student with disabilities; bond and a Feb. 23 hearing were set.

Waukesha County declared a State of Emergency due to extreme cold, closing facilities on January 23, but essential personnel will still report to work.

Janesville Water Utility shares guidelines to prevent frozen pipes, emphasizing insulation, heating, and letting water trickle, and highlights financial implications for homeowners.