Kevin Lychwick will represent himself at a Waukesha homicide trial starting June 8. Prosecutors point to a firearm and a handwritten "hit list" as key evidence.

Hunger Task Force officials say rising rents are pushing more working families in Milwaukee to food pantries, swelling monthly visits and stretching volunteer-run sites. Local programs are expanding summer meals as need climbs.

Milwaukee’s council voted 15‑0 to let the city attorney hire outside counsel as federal agents contact local election officials over the 2020 vote. The move gives the city flexibility to bring in specialized lawyers and experts.

A 37-year-old man was shot during a robbery near 25th and Hope on Tuesday morning. Milwaukee police are investigating and asking witnesses to come forward.

A popular Milwaukee food truck has bought a Hopkins Street storefront and is seeking city approval to open a pickup-focused counter-service spot.

A crash and fire on the I-894 westbound off-ramp at 60th Street in Greenfield left at least one person dead and closed the ramp while deputies investigated.

A fire forced Lucky's Ice House near American Family Field to close; owners say everyone is safe and shuttles are suspended.

Hikers at Lion's Den Gorge say signs, rope and a trail camera are blocking a longtime Lake Michigan route north toward Port Washington.

An automated threat call put Brookfield East on lockdown Monday; police cleared the campus and kept an increased presence while investigating.

A large blaze hit the upper floors of a Glendale apartment building Monday afternoon. Firefighters credited sprinklers with limiting spread and no injuries were reported.

Boat owners in Port Washington report orange, rust‑like stains across boats and docks; some blame the nearby power plant while the company says tests show no link.

Sunny, mild Tuesday with highs near 72°F. A fast warm‑up brings near‑90°F heat Thursday and late‑week storm chances.

Neu Tool & Supply's Springdale Road headquarters sold for $8.45 million, covering roughly 7.2 acres. The deal highlights steady demand for owner‑user industrial properties in Waukesha County.