Two Creeks, Two Rivers and Mishicot asked Manitowoc County for a one‑year pause on new data centers while officials study water, energy and zoning impacts. The move forwards a county review and possible consistent rules.

Milwaukee County Supervisor Kathleen Vincent proposes an audit of the county's employee benefits contracts, citing governance concerns and potential risks from recent negotiations lacking compliance and oversight.

Three Rogers Behavioral Health employees were dismissed after organizers say they delivered a union petition; the union has filed charges and the NLRB has a case on record.

An Illinois investor paid about $100 million for two Pleasant Prairie apartment communities totaling 428 units. The sales arrive as the village advances a wave of new rental projects.

Two people were arrested after a Wauwatosa-led pursuit tied to a Kenosha attempted-homicide probe; officers used stop sticks and Milwaukee police assisted.

Clear, chilly morning gives way to sun and a high near 46°F. Patchy fog overnight may make Saturday’s early commute slick.

One person died in a crash on I-41 in Washington County after their sedan struck a highway truck's trailer and guardrail.

A 15-year-old was arrested at Bradford High after police found magazines and ammunition; KUSD says it is weighing controlled entrances and weapons screening.

Lenard L. Hale was charged with attempted homicide for running over an ex-co-worker after being fired. The victim suffered severe injuries but Hale's motives are unclear.

A man in Oak Creek attacked vehicles and a citizen, resisted arrest, and damaged a police car; he was subdued with a Taser and faces multiple charges.

Chettinadu House has opened in Bay View, blending South Indian recipes with Indo‑Chinese plates in the former Sabor Tropical space. The menu is halal and the kitchen emphasizes scratch cooking.

An employee at the Milwaukee DA's office resigned after improperly leaking case info involving Marty Brooks and José Pérez. Charges won't be pressed against Brooks, as the DA focuses on privacy and legal integrity.

Greek Fest is moving to the Waukesha County Expo Center after 20 years at State Fair Park. The festival will continue its traditions and introduce new features to enhance the cultural experience.