Wisconsin's turkey hunters achieved a 14% increase in harvest this spring, totaling 50,287 birds, reflecting effective DNR management and a robust hunting culture.

Wisconsin DNR reminds hunters and trappers to apply for fall bobcat, fisher, and sharp-tailed grouse permits before the Aug. 1 deadline, highlighting a preference point lottery system and habitat restoration efforts.

The Milwaukee Fire Department is marking 150 years of service with social media posts about historic fires, showcasing their long-standing dedication.

A 7-year-old Milwaukee boy was kidnapped and later found unharmed. Two men, Fabian Johnson and Corey Williams, have been charged with felony kidnapping in the case. The crime was initially intended as a robbery.

A large bar fight with around 60 participants in Oak Creek left two injured and one hospitalized for intoxication; the event coincided with a commemorative gathering.

Joseph Mensah resigns from the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department due to personal and professional reasons, amid controversies from prior police shootings.

Matthew L. Brennecke was arrested for a fatal hit-and-run in Oconomowoc that led to the death of 87-year-old Allan Eighmy. He could face fines and prison if convicted.

A Wisconsin man, Gavin Thompson, was arrested in Nebraska after a high-speed chase, and a body believed to be that of missing Dodgeville woman Dorinda Segebrecht was found in his vehicle.

Milwaukee County received a $21M federal grant to improve the PurpleLine bus route, aimed at reducing travel times, adding shelters, and enhancing safety by 2027.

The Wisconsin DNR stocked over 5 million fish in 2024, aiding local ecosystems and angling traditions, with species including trout, sturgeon, and walleye.

A new city ordinance requires immediate marking of waste tires by recyclers to combat illegal dumping, strengthening previous regulations and increasing penalties.

Chala Davis-Bell, a 37-year-old mother, was killed by a stray bullet in Racine during an exchange of gunfire between suspects. A vigil was held in her memory.

Summerfest 2025 saw a 602,231 attendance over nine days, an 8% increase from the previous year, with over 900 live music hours by 600 artists, and featured local Milwaukee vendors and sold-out headline shows.