Gordo's Bubble Waffles will open a Brookfield shop in February, extending the Milwaukee family's dessert brand to the suburbs.

Parents and students packed a Mukwonago school board meeting after a proposal surfaced to end 4th- and 5th-grade band and orchestra as sixth-graders shift to a new middle school.

Gabby Voit at UWM studies zebrafish embryonic development to gain insights into human brain development and genetic mutations related to fertility issues. Her research could help understand developmental disabilities and genetic conditions.

Milwaukee faces a cold week with advisories for harsh winter conditions, including snow flurries and dangerous wind chills expected to reach -10°F during the day and even colder at night.

Oak Creek's government highlighted the city's decade of growth, emphasizing the development of Drexel Town Square and the Civic Center since 2015, and invited residents to share memories on social media.

Waukesha's JanBoree festival concluded, featuring winter activities with a cosmic twist, supported by Generac. Community participation was highlighted, including the Goosechase Scavenger Hunt winners.

Wisconsin reports its first 2023 measles case linked to international travel. Health officials are tracing contacts but urge the public to verify their immunization status against this highly contagious virus.

Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman faced criticism for attending a counterterrorism training in Israel, with activists concerned about the implications for local law enforcement amid conflict in Gaza.

Don Toliver is set to headline Summerfest 2026 in Milwaukee on June 19, with tickets going on sale January 30. The festival lineup includes notable artists and is expected to sell out quickly.

The Milwaukee Police Department warns of winter ice dangers, citing CDC statistics of 1 million injuries and 17,000 deaths annually. Their social media post advises using salt, proper footwear, and handrails to prevent accidents.

GO Riteway has taken over the Washington County Shared Ride Taxi service to maintain safe, reliable transport, with no major immediate disruptions to users.

A West Allis man faces five felony counts after police say investigators found thousands of child sexual-abuse images and videos in his home.

A 17-year-old faces an armed robbery charge after prosecutors say a Facebook Marketplace iPad sale on Jan. 18 ended with the seller threatened at knifepoint.