The Green Lake County Sheriff's Office confirmed contact with Ryan Borgwardt, a Wisconsin man who had gone missing and was suspected of staging his own disappearance. His current location is unknown.

Jeffrey S. Polenske retired from his role at Milwaukee’s Department of Public Works after 31 years, planning to move to the private sector as VP at Michael Baker International.

Milwaukee experienced its first significant snowfall with 2-4 inches expected and wind advisories in effect. Conditions made for hazardous driving, but a return to calmer weather is forecasted post-event.

Manitowoc Police are searching for 43-year-old veteran Jason R. Neumann, who has been missing since Nov. 18. His abandoned SUV was found near Lake Michigan.

Three teens were arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Jaylan Powell at Milwaukee's Carver Park, heightening concerns over youth violence.

A 17-year-old was killed and two other teens were critically injured in a Milwaukee shooting. Police are investigating the incident with no suspects in custody yet.

The USS Beloit, a new Freedom-variant littoral combat ship, arrived at Milwaukee's lakefront for its commissioning, honoring the city's shipbuilding contributions.

The Kenosha Unified School District Board approved a $23 million annual operational referendum for enhanced school security and resources, facing diverse community reactions.

Southeast Wisconsin prepares for the first significant snowfall, with 2-4 inches expected. A Winter Weather Advisory cites potential travel hazards due to slushy roads and reduced visibility.

Gerald Boyle, the lawyer known for defending Jeffrey Dahmer, has died at 88. His death, without a specific cause, follows health struggles since 2017. He's remembered for a distinguished legal career beyond Dahmer's case.

A day care worker, Passion Watson, was sentenced to probation after a toddler in her care tested positive for cocaine. The child now has special needs, prompting discussion on child safety.

Emergency crews responded to a hazmat situation in Maitland Park after discovering barrels potentially containing battery acid. The incident began with a domestic violence call. The nature of the materials is being investigated.

Paul Vinson was sentenced to 35 years in prison after a fatal crash that killed his two sons during a police chase; he pleaded guilty to five charges.