Matthew Novak, involved in a 38-hour standoff, is deemed not competent for trial due to mental incompetency; his $1 million bond remains as future hearings are scheduled.

The Milwaukee Fire Department celebrates 150 years, showcasing historical events from their past, including several notable fires from June 9 across different years.

The Wisconsin DNR announced the winners of the 2025 Invasive Species Action Awards, recognizing efforts against invasive species in various forms across the state.

The West Allis Night Out event on July 21 will offer family activities at the farmers market, followed by neighborhood block parties on July 22 with visits from McGruff the Crime Dog and first responders.

West Allis announces a July 2-4 Independence Day celebration with a parade, Becher Street feature, and a concert by Failure to Launch, ending in Festival Food Fireworks.

Milwaukee man Giovanni Kais, previously reported as critically missing, has been found safe. No further details on his temporary disappearance were provided.

Milwaukee County won the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Culture of Health Prize for its health and racial equity efforts, receiving $250,000 in recognition.

Milwaukee's I-894 is undergoing weekend construction, affecting westbound lanes first and eastbound lanes the following weekend. Local authorities advise drivers to plan for delays.

Historic Tank Creek Bridge on Great River State Trail was destroyed by fire on May 15, with authorities seeking public tips to determine the cause. No injuries were reported.

The Milwaukee Job Corps Center is closing, impacting over 200 students and around 100 employees, and disrupting plans, like the partnership for veterans' tiny homes project.

Milwaukee's Common Council to host AKA sorority members for discussions on youth and lead exposure issues during the 11th Annual AKA Day at City Hall.

Anna Mae Robertson, WWII vet of the all-Black female "Six Triple Eight" battalion, passed away at 101, leaving a legacy honored with a Congressional Gold Medal and a posthumous Grand Marshal role at Milwaukee's Juneteenth celebration.

Employees at a FedEx facility in Menomonee Falls had a violent altercation involving gunfire; no injuries were reported and the suspect fled, with police investigating.