A court-watch group's new report says judges gave lighter sentences than prosecutors recommended in most reckless-driving cases. Volunteers want judges to use tougher penalties to curb dangerous driving.

Children’s Wisconsin has hired veteran pediatric executive Jonathan Brouk as president and COO to run its Milwaukee and Neenah hospitals.

Greenfield officials advanced a plan to add a new Loomis Crossing technology park, moving a multi‑building business campus closer to construction and city approval.

The City of Waukesha will host free Moonwalk dance classes on January 22 during the annual JanBoree festival. Sessions are scheduled for 6:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Participants of all skill levels can sign up online to learn the iconic dance move and take part in the community event.

The Milwaukee Health Department's new blog post discusses the city's Community Health Assessment (CHA) as a tool for guiding future public health initiatives.

Janesville residents are invited to discuss the city's Long-Range Transportation Plan at an open house and online, shaping the area's transport future until 2055.

Court records show a warrant after new cellphone evidence tied a man to a 2017 north‑side murder. Prosecutors charged 40‑year‑old Rickey Brown Jr. with reckless homicide.

A 25-year-old was wounded near Washington Park Saturday morning; police say the investigation is active and are asking for tips.

A suspicious device near the Target at Deer Trace Shopping Center triggered a partial evacuation Saturday; explosive ordnance teams removed the item and police are investigating.

A hit-and-run driver damaged two homes near 16th and Memorial in Racine early Saturday, ripping off a porch and damaging a gas meter. Police are investigating and searching for the driver.

A Sentry Foods on Milwaukee’s northwest side posted a notice that the 64th and Silver Spring location will close, adding to recent grocer shutdowns that worry neighbors. The move follows a nearby Aldi closure and raises fresh-food access concerns.

A Saturday night shooting inside a Sheboygan home left a 19-year-old dead and an 18-year-old injured. Police say suspects fled and are asking anyone with information to call 920-459-3333.

Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones of Milwaukee will participate in a series of community events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., involving volunteer work and discussions on unity, peace, and justice.