Gale Klappa will retire from WEC's board after May's annual meeting and be named chairman emeritus as CEO Scott Lauber is expected to take the chair.

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 Kenosha police officer shot a dog after it escaped and attacked several people, including responders, on Jan. 3. An investigation by KRAIT is underway.

A Waukesha County deputy was injured by a dog during a domestic violence call; the suspect was detained and faces charges. The dog was killed to stop the attack.

South Milwaukee had a robust economic development year, including 13 new businesses and a $52 million Bucyrus Campus redevelopment. The city updated its zoning code, adopted a long-term plan, and negotiated for a new Piggly Wiggly store.

Oak Creek is promoting itself as an event-hosting destination with its "MOMENTUM MONDAY," encouraging potential event planners to view their promotional video and consider the city's facilities for their gatherings.

Milwaukee police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash involving a suspected impaired driver who has been arrested. The victim, Robin Dieringer, died after being struck by a vehicle.

Milwaukee's Beans & Barley and Pomona Cider Co. are closing due to an affordability crisis, as local businesses struggle with financial pressures and competition from large corporations.

Visit Stallis opens an online pop-up shop with special discounts on hometown gear until December 3rd, offering an array of merchandise celebrating Stallis pride.

Milwaukee's Lakefront Brewery launched THC-infused beverage High Jinx, despite a federal ban on hemp-derived THC products. The non-alcoholic drink is vegan, gluten-free, and contains 10mg of Delta-9 THC per can.

The Oak Creek Farmers Market experienced significant growth in 2025 with sales over $1.1 million, despite extreme weather, and remains a vital community hub.

Janesville invites participants for its Jolly Jingle Holiday Lighted Parade on December 6, with awards for best floats and a warning about fake parade social media pages.

Husar's House of Fine Diamonds in West Bend, Wisconsin, is closing after 75 years. Owners Mike Husar and Mary Husar Martin are retiring. The store will close when inventory runs out, possibly before Christmas.