Milwaukee WI

Housing instability for young adults in Milwaukee is a growing problem. Looking for solutions, young adults, residents and leaders gathered at Wellpoint Care Network in late April to discuss systemic gaps and realities young adults face with renting and homeownership. “Homeownership is a privilege when it shouldn’t be,” Tamia Abney,...

On a warm evening in 1860, the Lady Elgin’s paddlewheels gently pushed her from Chicago’s passenger dock proceeded north. The boat was a pleasant and comfortable way for politicians, families on holiday, soldiers and prominent businessmen to travel up and down Lake Michigan. Two roomy decks, a promenade where couples lingered, and saloons with the fragrant scent of bay rum, fine cigars, and brandy...

OAK CREEK, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities in Wisconsin say one person is in custody and they are searching for another suspect involved in an incident that left an officer hurt after being run over. According to a release from the Oak Creek Police Department, an officer responded to a local business around 5:00 p.m. on […]

MADISON, Wis. — A man was deemed competent to stand trial on Wednesday for a 2024 homicide in Sun Prairie, online court records show.

Sometimes it is hard to find a place to eat. A lot of restaurants slip under the radar without us even noticing them, even though they serve really good food. That is especially true in Wisconsin, where small towns, roadside diners, and family-run kitchens often hide some of the best meals you can find.

Beginning June 12 and running every Friday – with the exception of July 3rd – through Aug. 21, Summer Sounds transforms Cedar Creek Park into a lively outdoor music experience. From country and indie rock to brass-fueled funk, blues, tribute bands, and even a saxophone-playing Bigfoot, this year’s...

WAUKESHA, Wis. — A Wisconsin school bus driver is on trial, accused of sexually assaulting young girls on his route. Thomas Felser, 63, faces 11 felony charges, including first-degree sexual assault of a child. The jury trial began Monday. A jury of 14 was seated, including seven men and...

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Milwaukee police are again touting ways people can share security cameras to help MPD gather information. Several recent crimes have been caught on security videos, and several suspects have been identified after their images were shared. The prevalence of video has been critical to building cases...

Julio Camacho watches the moment he was left in the street after a hit-and-run near 27th and Townsend, saying he’s lucky to be alive. Police are now searching for the driver responsible.

MILWAUKEE - A Milwaukee woman is facing multiple felony charges after prosecutors accused her of carrying out Medicaid fraud, PPP loan fraud and money laundering schemes tied to her home health care business. What we know:. The Wisconsin Department of Justice charged 44-year-old Debbie Long with five felonies, including fraud...