Strong gusts on Milwaukee’s north side appear to have lifted a home’s foundation off temporary jacks, causing a partial collapse near 24th and Locust. City inspectors have blocked the block and warned residents to stay clear.

Milwaukee police say a 41-year-old was found stabbed near 37th and Concordia; detectives have launched a homicide investigation.

A Bureau of Indian Affairs draft assessment moved the Menominee‑Hard Rock casino in Kenosha one step closer to federal approval, but critics say traffic, jobs and transparency remain unresolved.

A 19-year-old was seriously injured Friday evening in a road-rage shooting on Milwaukee's northwest side; police are investigating and seeking suspects.

Cork Wine & Cocktail Bar adds a cozy, wine-forward spot to Walker's Point with flights, whiskey cocktails and intimate tastings led by owner Chris Homayouni.

BLS data show Milwaukee‑Waukesha payrolls fell about 7,900 jobs in December 2025, a 0.9% dip analysts tie to weakness in office‑using sectors.

A late-winter system will move in Saturday night through Monday, bringing rain, heavy snow and gusts up to 50 mph; travel may be hazardous across the metro.

Kenosha police say detectives have probable cause to arrest Curtiss Tolefree Jr. in a sexual‑assault investigation and are asking the public to help locate him.

Cree Lighting will close its Racine‑area plant, idling 172 workers amid restructuring and supplier disputes. State workforce teams stand ready to help.

Milwaukee City Parks will present early concepts and gather neighborhood feedback at a community design review next Thursday for 51st & Stack Park.

Palermo’s West Milwaukee plant adds a high‑hydration dough line and custom manufacturing capacity, expanding the family company into a much larger pizza market.

The Whisker Society will open a cat lounge April 24 in downtown Oconomowoc, pairing adoptable cats from local rescues with a café coming early summer.

A 35-year-old Hartford-area man was arrested after police say evidence recovered during a search linked him to several vehicle break-ins in Sussex. Investigators are asking anyone with tips to call 262-446-5070.