The St. John Sheriff's Office is seeking Raishad Batiste after a high-speed chase in LaPlace led to a deputy's injury; Batiste fled at speeds up to 120 mph and an arrest warrant is issued.

A garage fire in Washington County prompted a multi-department response; quick actions from homeowners and responders averted injuries, while the fire was attributed to an accidental cause.

A Waukesha County deputy was injured by a dog during a domestic violence call; the suspect was detained and faces charges. The dog was killed to stop the attack.

Franklin County libraries will host the Legal Aid NC mobile unit in Louisburg and Youngsville on January 7, offering free legal guidance and resources to residents without requiring an appointment.

The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office warned against driving under the influence on New Year's Eve, promoting free bus rides and designated drivers as safer options.

Oak Creek readers can enjoy the Book Nook's $5 bag sale at the public library on select Saturdays, with proceeds benefiting the library. Cash-only transactions for books, audiobooks, and DVDs.

Milwaukee's forecast includes sunny skies with a high of 22 degrees today, clouds and a chance of snow by Sunday night, and temperatures rising to near 39 degrees by Monday.

The Greendale Public Health Department is hosting a free session on post-fall recovery for seniors, covering hospital stays, care, insurance, and fall prevention strategies.

The Shorewood Police Department posted a New Year's message on Facebook, thanking the community for their support and emphasizing the shared responsibility for safety and partnership. They encouraged vigilance and striving for a better year ahead.

The Wauwatosa Police Department warns against impaired driving, noting that in Wisconsin, someone is injured or killed in such crashes every two hours. They urge the use of safe rides home.

Aurora Health Care in Milwaukee celebrated the birth of their first baby of 2026, Alana Rubí, as well as other New Year's babies across their hospitals.

The New Berlin Police Department reminisced about ARES, a talking police robot from 1984, highlighting the advances in law enforcement technology since then.

Oak Creek announced on social media that city offices are closed in observance of New Year's Day, with services resuming January 2. Emergency services remain available, but trash pickup is delayed by a day.