A pedestrian was killed early Friday at 60th Street and Silver Spring Drive; the intersection remained closed as police investigated. City and county planners have long flagged the corridor for safety work.

A Milwaukee County bus operator rushed to help two teens struck by a passing car; the transit agency credits him with helping save their lives.

Crews contained a fire at the West Metro Auto Mall on April 10; hazmat teams were called after police said an electric vehicle may be involved.

A 35-year-old was shot Thursday night on the 6800 block of N. 107th Street; Milwaukee police are asking for tips as investigators follow leads.

Volunteer surveyors are cataloging thousands of Milwaukee properties to document repairs, pin responsibility on absentee landlords and steer resources to homeowners.

After a crowded community meeting, Mount Pleasant residents say Microsoft didn't answer questions about jobs, noise and local impacts.

County supervisors pressed Kenosha DA Xavier Solis over a mounting case backlog and staffing shortfalls; the county clerk says roughly 1,300 felonies are pending. Officials urged more public data and faster hiring.

A Cudahy High School staff member was arrested Thursday; the district says it is cooperating with law enforcement while details remain limited.

Early approvals cleared for The Corners’ West End move the project closer to construction, promising roughly 277 apartments and new retail on Bluemound Road.

Milwaukee election officials say 269 absentee ballots arrived the morning after the April 7 election. City staff will review envelopes to determine whether they meet state rules.

Light rain Friday morning with showers easing by 8 a.m. Weekend warms up with likely thunderstorms Sunday and gusts possible.

Daniel Rick, a former Christ Alone Lutheran School teacher, was sentenced to 18 months in prison and two years of supervision after pleading guilty to exposing intimate parts to a student.

Wioletta’s Polish Kitchen will close after about six months in Oak Creek; owners cite staffing and cost pressures and say their Wioletta’s market will remain open.