Milwaukee's 2026 budget, presented to the Common Council, aims to tackle a $100-million gap with no planned layoffs, tax and fee increases, and reserve fund usage while investing in city services, safety, infrastructure, and development.

A pedestrian was intentionally hit by a vehicle in Oak Creek due to a property dispute, leading to a police pursuit and the suspect's arrest in Kenosha County. The victim survived, and charges are pending.

A 15-year-old girl named Azoria Jones was shot and killed in Milwaukee, with no suspects identified; police are investigating the city's 18th youth homicide of the year.

Milwaukee police confirm that the critically missing 36-year-old Colton Pulaski has been found safe; details on his disappearance and return remain undisclosed.

Kenneth Cubero was charged following a Milwaukee police shooting after he fled a traffic stop and allegedly dropped a gun, which led to him being shot.

Alderman Peter Burgelis appeals to the EPA to keep its authority to regulate greenhouse gases amidst reconsideration of the 2009 Endangerment Finding.

The Governor Tommy G. Thompson Fish Hatchery open house offers educational family fun with fish demos and tours.

Alderman Burgelis rebuts Senator Wanggaard's claims on Milwaukee budget management, emphasizing adherence to Act 12 and criticizing what he views as political theater over resolving actual fiscal issues.

Milwaukee's forecast includes overcast skies with a slight chance of midweek showers, highs around 70°F, and a shift toward sunnier conditions by the weekend.

Karma Sanchez, a 16-year-old from Milwaukee, was found safe after being reported as critically missing earlier in the day. She was last seen Sunday night in Washington Heights.

Oak Creek Public Library is hosting a Haunted Library: Open Mic Night for adults on October 21, where attendees can share brief, clean ghost stories, with Dr. Diana Ahmad emceeing. Registration is required for storytellers.

Wisconsin DHS reports a significant increase in fall-related emergencies, emphasizing the need for fall prevention and awareness during Falls Prevention Week.

The Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund reached a $3 million milestone in efforts to protect the state's natural habitats, supported mainly by donations from hunting and fishing license purchases.