Midyear figures show homicides and non‑fatal shootings down roughly 28% in Milwaukee through July 5, 2026, even as thefts rose slightly. City leaders outlined the numbers at a planned news conference.

A jury convicted a Milwaukee man of making a Facebook death threat against a county judge; he received two years' probation and court-ordered counseling instead of prison.

Kohler Food & Wine marks its 25th year Oct. 22–25 with Tyler Florence, Dan Jacobs and more than 80 events. Overnight packages go on sale July 14 and general tickets July 28.

A Milwaukee man pleaded no contest and was sentenced to 15 years after prosecutors tied his fentanyl to a Fond du Lac County overdose; multiple drug counts were dismissed under the deal.

Street Coffee Collective will take over 2008 N. Farwell Ave on Milwaukee’s East Side. The founders plan a café plus classes, pop-ups and event catering aimed for August 2026.

An unidentified body was found inside a burned, stolen car near N. 21st St. and W. Concordia Ave. Monday night; police are investigating and seeking tips.

Raising Cane's is pursuing a Glendale site as it broadens its Wisconsin footprint, adding to recent suburban openings. Local approvals are still pending.

A pedestrian was killed Monday afternoon on Highway 164 at Lawnsdale Road in the village of Waukesha. The sheriff’s office says the crash is under investigation.

Milwaukee is stepping in to help fund the renovation of the Mitchell Street building at 1101–1113 W. Historic Mitchell St., shifting plans from demolition toward affordable housing and storefronts.

Milwaukee police are probing a deadly crash Monday night near Union Cemetery that left at least one person dead. Investigators processed the scene around 21st and Townsend.

Caf Corazn is closing its Bay View restaurant, affecting 26 employees. Riverwest and Brown Deer locations remain listed on the chain's site.

Sunny and mild today in Milwaukee. Showers and thunderstorms increase Wednesday night into Thursday, with some heavy rain and gusty winds possible.

A 26‑year‑old Milwaukee man was charged this week in a June 23 East Side shooting that killed one man and wounded two others.