Waukesha burglary ring: Chilean nationals accused, held on $250K bond
WAUKESHA, Wis. - Three men from Chile are now charged in a string of burglaries in Waukesha County. But there is a connection this case has to others across the country. Prosecutors presented evidence on Wednesday, Dec. 17 that the three men are part of a larger group of Chileans who came to the United States...
Wisconsin Weather Warning: Snow Squall Potential Behind Strong Cold Front This Evening
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Milwaukee and much of southeast Wisconsin face the potential for snow squalls later today as a strong cold front moves through the region, according to the National Weather Service in Milwaukee/Sullivan....
Franklin mayor investigated for possible misconduct, search warrant says
West Allis police are investigating Franklin Mayor John Nelson for possible misconduct in public office, according to a newly unsealed search warrant. The warrant alleges a conflict of interest and misuse of city funds tied to social media and marketing work connected to the mayor. Nelson has not been charged...
Milwaukee man dies in rollover crash on Highway 41 in Oconto County
The 34-year-old driver was partially ejected and died at the scene after the vehicle drifted into the median, lost control, and overturned near Brookside Road in the Town of Pensaukee.
Emergency food helpers share how to support Wisconsin food pantries with a click
Community leaders, pantry workers share how a virtual food drive is making it easier than ever to help stock nearly 70 food pantries, meal sites and shelters across Wisconsin — all with a few clicks.
High-speed pursuit in Wisconsin ends with two arrests
(WFRV) — Two people were arrested Tuesday night after leading law enforcement on a high-speed pursuit that reached speeds of up to 140 mph in southeastern Wisconsin. Authorities said the pursuit began around 9:45 p.m. after a stolen vehicle was reported traveling northbound on Interstate 94 at speeds exceeding 130...
Historic Milwaukee lakefront mansion built in 1890 listed for $4.9 million
It's your chance to own a bit of history. A Milwaukee lakefront mansion that was built in 1890 is on the market for $4.9 million.
New rhino & hippo habitat marks completion of Zoo’s Adventure Africa effort
The Milwaukee County Zoo opened its new Ladish Co. Foundation Rhino Care Center to the public on Tuesday, Dec. 9. It's the final phase of the more than $50 million Adventure Africa upgrade. The Milwaukee County Zoo opened its new Ladish Co. Foundation Rhino Care Center to the public on...
Four apartment complexes sold in Milwaukee for $30 million
Four apartment complexes with a combined total of 358 units were sold in Milwaukee. Commercial real estate firm CBRE announced that Brookfield-based Coachlight Communities LLC bought a four-property portfolio from Milwaukee-based Metropolitan Associates for $29.65 million. The garden-style apartments are in the...
‘Informed’ by Catholic faith, Milwaukee parish members protest ICE presence downtown
The office is quiet at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church on Friday mornings. Most parish employees take the day to rest or work from home, preparing for the weekend services ahead. But social justice director Steve Szymanski — rather than starting his end-of-week mornings with a leisurely cup of...
