Milwaukee's 5th District approves sale of a property for Darick Spears' new bookstore-café complex, aiming to enhance the community with multiple facilities and job creation.

A teen was arrested after a high-speed chase and foot pursuit across I-43 in Milwaukee; the chase began when police recognized a car linked to an armed robbery. The suspect, a minor, faces several charges.

City Hall celebrates Black History Month with quilts by Ethel White and Dianne Pratt on display, showcasing over 200 quilts rich in African-American culture until the end of February.

Warren J. Grignon pled guilty to distributing fentanyl and involuntary manslaughter after an overdose death in a tribal jail, facing up to 28 years in prison.

A man from Keshena, Wisconsin, received a 115-month prison sentence for a violent domestic assault on his ex-wife, which included strangulation and left her with serious injuries.

A body was found in a burned car in Milwaukee; the cause of the fire and the person's identity remain unknown. Police investigate and seek information.

Wisconsin’s DNR offers 2-year-old oak seedlings for reforestation, highlighting four native types and requiring a minimum order of 300 for landscape and ecological benefits.

The National Weather Service has issued warnings for heavy snow in Milwaukee starting Wednesday, with 4-9 inches expected and possible travel disruptions.

Milwaukee officials invite locals to contribute their views on Villard Plaza's future at a community meeting hosted by Alderwoman Pratt on February 17.

City Hall hosts a quilt display by Ethel White and Dianne Pratt, celebrating Black History Month, with contributions from the local quilting group and emphasizing the storytelling power of art.

The Wisconsin DNR invites the public to discuss Shawano Lake walleye based on recent studies, during its "Spotlight Series" at Shawano Middle School or via Microsoft Teams.

Shorewood opens registration for its Police Department Citizens Academy, a seven-week program providing education and hands-on experiences about police operations.

The Lake Drive Reconstruction Project in Shorewood begins in February, with completion expected in late fall 2025, impacting WIS 32 traffic and local routes.