Workers at two Milwaukee gas stations say nightly thefts escalated into an on-camera assault; managers filed police reports and police say they are investigating.

A 6-year-old in Tigerton received the first rabies shot after a bat tested positive; local officials urge quick wound care and pet vaccinations.

A pre-dawn blaze ripped through Lincoln Avenue School on Milwaukee's south side; firefighters reported heavy smoke and flames from the roof. Authorities say the cause and injuries are still under investigation.

Dangerous heat and humidity hit Milwaukee Monday–Tuesday; expect highs in the 90s and heat-index values over 100°F.

Cloudy, muggy morning with a high near 74°F. A rapid warm-up Monday brings multi-day highs in the 90s and dangerous heat-index readings.

Rep. Francesca Hong paid off nearly $29,344 in credit‑card debt and a Capital One lawsuit filed in late May was dismissed on June 26, clearing a legal question for her campaign.

Dozens protested a West Allis Police and Fire Commission policy critics say lets local officers assist ICE without a judge‑signed warrant, raising due‑process concerns.

Geovonnie Amie, 18, was shot in Mount Pleasant and later crashed and died in Racine. Mount Pleasant police have identified persons of interest and are asking for tips.

A 25-year-old man died after a late Thursday two-vehicle crash at County Highways V and K in Caledonia. Police are asking witnesses to contact Detective Kelsey Burnside.

New Berlin will host July sessions to explain a possible public safety referendum that could increase funding for police, fire and EMS. The council could vote in August on whether to place a question on the Nov. 3 ballot.

Brookfield police are investigating after a person was found dead inside a car Tuesday in the Pick 'n Save parking lot on W. Greenfield Avenue. Authorities say there is no known threat as detectives work to determine the cause.

At a Milwaukee town hall, Democratic governor hopefuls sketched competing plans for Wisconsin’s roughly $2.5B surplus — schools, BadgerCare and housing topped the list, but disagreements over rebates and revenue‑sharing set the tone.

A former Mishicot teacher and coach was sentenced to 28 years in federal prison after prosecutors said he sexually abused students and recorded the assaults.