Dousman Hit-and-Run Suspect Busted in Wendy’s Lot Drug Case
Matthew Brennecke, 50, the Dousman man charged last year in a fatal Oconomowoc hit-and-run, was arrested on a new drug possession complaint earlier this month while still out on cash bond. The latest arrest unfolded after police contacted Brennecke in a Waukesha parking lot, and court filings show he now faces addition
Community reacts to recent surge of reckless driving deaths
The Sunday night hit-and-run crash that killed Amy Austin and May Daiber near Teutonia and Vienna caused shock and heartbreak in the community. Unfortunately, though, reckless driving incidents including the one that killed the women as they walked across the street are all too common. North Side resident Keith Winters
2 arrested after Greenfield pursuit ends in New Berlin
NEW BERLIN, Wis. (CBS 58) — A man and a woman were taken into custody Thursday after a vehicle pursuit that began in Greenfield and ended in New Berlin. According to the New Berlin Police Department, the pursuit began shortly after 10:15 a.m. when the Greenfield Police Department was chasing a vehicle for reckless driv
Waukesha County campers happy to move inside for while under poor air quality
Poor air quality has pushed Waukesha County summer day camps indoors, with some programs combining for the day to keep children safe.
Wildfire smoke puts essential workers at risk, proposed natural gas plant faces opposition, veteran...
Good morning, Wisconsin. Here’s what you need to know today. Wildfire smoke will bring air quality concerns for many again, though there is potential for improvement for western and southwestern areas. As the smoke lifts steamy weather will be possible. There is a chance for storms across northern areas through the eve
Greenfield chase leads to lengthy manhunt, arrest in New Berlin
After a nearly seven-hour manhunt, a reckless driving suspect with outstanding felony warrants was taken into custody in New Berlin.
Woman Charged With Burglarizing Burnett Residence, Assaulting Neighbor
BURNETT COUNTY — A criminal case filed in Burnett County Circuit Court alleges that a Milwaukee woman assaulted a resident, broke into a nearby home, and stole a Louis Vuitton bag with an iPad inside before being located by law enforcement in a wooded area. Upon being found, Randi...
Man wanted for Rockford murder arrested in Milwaukee
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A wanted suspect in a Machesney Park man’s murder is arrested in Milwaukee, Rockford police shared Thursday. Synakhone “Sid” Pannha, 46, is accused of killing 43-year-old Nathanael Fansler. Friday, July 10, police were called to the 700 block of 7th Ave. for a...
Smoky Skies Choke Milwaukee As Health Alert Hangs Over City
Milwaukee woke up under a thick, smoky haze on Thursday, July 16, 2026, with local observations reporting smoky conditions, temperatures around 73°F, and visibility trimmed to roughly 1 to 1.5 miles at some stations. The smoke is giving the sky a milky tint and is set to make outdoor plans uncomfortable for much of the
Wisconsin’s Oldest County Fair Turns 184 Years Old!
Come kick it in Waukesha this weekend! Waukesha is celebrating their 184th year as Wisconsin's oldest county fair! Check it out for live music, animals, rides and more. We have a friend from Waukesha State bank telling us why they are excited to be a part of the Fun & supporting such strong community events in their to
