Wisconsin packaging plant to close, 48 employees laid off
GERMANTOWN, Wis. (WFRV) – A Wisconsin manufacturing plant that produces plastic packaging film and sheets will permanently close, resulting in the layoff of 48 workers. According to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) letter submitted to the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, Pregis...
Wauwatosa Officers Injured as Suspected Drunk Driver Hits Cruiser During Pursuit, Milwaukee Man Apprehended
Two Wauwatosa police officers sustained non-life-threatening injuries Monday night when their cruiser was struck by a suspected intoxicated driver during a pursuit, officials said. The officers were in chase of a different vehicle, a white Dodge Charger, which had previously evaded a traffic stop last Monday. The...
Milwaukee County Zoo hosting inaugural ride for their newest train, Engine No. 2025
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Milwaukee County Zoo announced an event to celebrate their newest train, Engine No. 2025 -- a 15” Tier 4 diesel hydraulic locomotive. Saturday, Sept. 13 the zoo will host Trains & Tracks, an event featuring activities from 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. and an inaugural ride of Engine No. 2025 at 10 a.m.
Mapped: Milwaukee Leads Metros Where Homes Are Selling the Fastest as U.S. Market Stalls
In Milwaukee, the median for-sale property remained unsold for just 32 days— making it the fastest-selling metro among the top 50.
Local nonprofits launch initiative to address racial disparities in Milwaukee real estate development
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Three local nonprofit organizations will be working together to take some steps toward addressing racial disparities in Milwaukee. They've announced $650,000 will be put towards the empowerment of minority-led development teams. Wednesday morning, leadership from the Community Development...
New $54 million community center breaks ground in northwest Milwaukee
Crews broke ground on a state-of-the-art community center and playfield at the former Browning School site in northwest Milwaukee.
Milwaukee’s Martin Luther King Jr. Library reopens after $38 million renovation
After two years of planning, construction, and anticipation, the branch has officially reopened—instantly becoming a new centerpiece for the Harambee neighborhood.
Milwaukee residents frustrated as flood debris piles up on river
More than a month after historic flooding hit Milwaukee, residents are growing frustrated with piles of trash and logs in the Milwaukee River with no clear plan for cleanup.
Car flips in West Allis crash near 71st and Rogers
Emergency crews responded to a crash near 71st and Rogers in West Allis Wednesday morning. It’s unclear what led to the crash or if anyone was injured.
Milwaukee, WI – Crime Arrest: Drugs, Firearms, and Stolen Vehicle Found During Traffic Stop
Milwaukee, WI – A traffic stop by Milwaukee police led to the arrest of two people and the seizure of drugs, firearms, and a stolen vehicle. According to the Milwaukee Police Department, the District 4 Violent Crime Reduction Team conducted the stop, which resulted in a warrant and the apprehension of the...
