A Milwaukee County judge has allowed Timothy Olson—accused of kidnapping and linked to two death probes—to represent himself as a competency report lands next week.

Wisconsin has begun rule‑making to add Krabbe disease to its newborn screening panel; officials say lab setup and follow‑up could delay testing for up to two years. Advocates say the change could catch the rare, fast‑moving disorder in time for lifesaving treatment.

A 63-year-old was killed early Saturday near North 28th and West Locust on Milwaukee’s north side; police say they know who they’re looking for and are asking for tips.

Clear, chilly start in Milwaukee with a slight chance of light snow tonight and gusts expected Sunday.

Olive Flame opened in West Allis and says it serves the city's only shawarma. The new spot also offers kebabs, falafel and delivery through popular apps.

A county-hosted meeting next Thursday will let Greendale residents weigh in as officials negotiate a lease or sale of the historic Trimborn Farm.

Police posted photos and a detailed description after a child was allegedly assaulted last Saturday near Washington Park. Authorities are asking anyone with information to call (414) 935-7401.

Rumeal Campbell was sentenced to ten years for armed robberies in Milwaukee, where he and his accomplices stole over $23,000 and used violence to intimidate victims.

Washington County reminds residents to follow the Burn Ban due to extreme drought conditions that pose a high risk of rapid fire spread. Fire services are dealing with fast-moving brush fires and urge no outdoor burning.

A federal grand jury in Madison indicted an Ironwood man after social‑media posts allegedly threatened ICE agents; the FBI and local agencies have joined the probe.

A Milwaukee police pursuit ended at 60th and Silver Spring after a fleeing vehicle crashed. Two teenagers were arrested and the car was determined to be stolen.

Washington County firefighters visited a local school to teach children about fire safety and familiarize them with firefighter gear and responsibilities.

A La Crosse man was sentenced to three years in prison and 10 years of supervision after pleading guilty in a 2023 Milwaukee crash that killed one person. The sentence follows a November 2025 plea and surveillance-video evidence cited in court records.