No Room Left: Milwaukee animal shelter overwhelmed by influx of cats and dogs
The Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission is struggling with an overcrowding crisis and asks the community for help.
Waukesha County police chase; speed tops 95 mph, Milwaukee man arrested
CHENEQUA, Wis. - A Milwaukee man is in custody following a high-speed police chase that started in the Village of Chenequa and ended with a crash in Oconomowoc early Tuesday, Sept. 16. Chenequa police chase. What we know:. A Chenequa police officer spotted a vehicle on Highway 16 near County...
A touring Black farmer documentary comes to Milwaukee
Last week, a national tour came to Milwaukee. Bay Area artist James Shields is on his third nationwide tour to interview Black farmers about Black agriculture and history. Previous legs of the tour brought Shields across the South and Northeast. Now he’s tracing the Midwest, stopping in Milwaukee to interview farmers...
Death of 9-day-old baby under investigation in Milwaukee
Police were called to the 6000 block of West Port Avenue around 8:40 a.m. Wednesday. They found a nine-day-old baby unresponsive. Despite life-saving measures, the newborn was pronounced dead.
FM 102/1 says goodbye with theme days and a final party at The New...
Want to catch a concert near you? Don't forget to check out our monthly concert listings!. While we’re all mourning the loss of FM 102/1 on our radio dials, the station is going out with a bang, and they’re looking back at the history of WLUM-FM in the process.
Discovery World employees move to unionize
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Discovery World employees announced Wednesday, Sept. 17, that they are forming a union with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. The Milwaukee science museum workers say they are seeking fair compensation, clearer paths for career advancement and a stronger voice in...
‘Do better’: Milwaukee leaders call on parents, community after several violent incidents
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- City leaders gathered Wednesday to discuss several tragedies that have occurred recently in Milwaukee. Mayor Cavalier Johnson said he is extremely upset by Tuesday's violent incidents, especially as two acts involved children or teenagers. He noted that not far from where a child was shot and...
Trial date set for man charged with killing Milwaukee police officer
MILWAUKEE — A trial date is set for the man accused of killing Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder. The 22-year-old is charged with three felonies: first-degree intentional homicide, attempted first-degree intentional homicide, and first-degree recklessly endangering safety — all with use of a dangerous weapon....
MCTS bus driver praised for quick actions helping missing girl get home safe
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- A Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus driver is being praised for his actions after a missing girl boarded his bus, and he took quick action to get her to safety. Video from the incident was released by MCTS. According to MCTS, driver Johnny R. was...
Milwaukee launches $400k Good Neighbor Grant to strengthen neighborhoods
MILWAUKEE– Milwaukee city leaders are rolling out a new grant program aimed at strengthening communities and reducing violence. The Good Neighbor Grant Fund was announced Wednesday by Alderman Mark Chambers and Scott Spiker, along with Mayor Cavalier Johnson and Executive Director of Safe and Sound, Bridget Whitaker....