Water rescue caught on camera after father and son jump into raging river to...
MILWAUKEE (WDJT) – Police in a northwest Milwaukee suburb have released dramatic bodycam video of the water rescue of a father and son. Historic rainfall from last weekend made the river much higher and with faster running currents than usual. Several departments worked together in Menomonee Falls to save...
One person injured after car crashes into Milwaukee County Transit System bus
MILWAUKEE — One person is in the hospital after a car crashed into a Milwaukee County Transit System bus Thursday morning. It happened around 8:05 a.m. on N. 6th Street and W. Wisconsin Avenue in downtown Milwaukee. Authorities say the car was traveling southbound on 6th Street and ran...
How this Black pilot in Milwaukee earned his license to fly at age 18
In 2023, Arian Rice became a private pilot at age 18. Now 20, he’s working toward his goal of flying commercial planes and encouraging Black children to explore their dreams. “After getting the news about getting my license, I can look back and say that I didn’t sit and...
Milwaukee police chase stolen car; 17-year-old arrested, passenger sought
MILWAUKEE - Police arrested a 17-year-old after a police chase in Milwaukee on Thursday, Aug. 14, and are also looking for the passenger. According to the Milwaukee Police Department, at about 12:51 p.m., officers saw a person driving recklessly near 40th and Lisbon. Officers tried to conduct a traffic stop,...
‘I cried’: Potawatomi guests lose more than transportation in valet parking flood
MILWAUKEE (CBS58) — A night at Potawatomi Casino Hotel turned into heartbreak for dozens of guests who lost their cars to flooding. They were able to access their cars Thursday, and some people tell us they lost more than just transportation. One viewer says their car is among them...
West Allis flooding victims question why homes were built over Honey Creek
West Allis residents demand changes after weekend flooding devastates homes built over Honey Creek. MMSD explains why their deep tunnel system couldn't prevent the disaster.
Iconic Kopp’s Cows out to pasture temporarily
The 20 fiberglass cows that have stood on pedestals outside the popular custard stand since 2004 are temporarily gone, leaving many customers wondering what happened.
Wisconsin DOJ raising awareness of missing child alerts
MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WKBT) -- The Wisconsin Department of Justice is highlighting the importance of Wisconsin's Missing Child Alerts, which was launched in 2024.
Milwaukee shootings Wednesday; 2 dead
MILWAUKEE - Separate shootings in Milwaukee on Wednesday, Aug. 13 left two people dead. A 23-year-old sustained fatal gunshot injuries around 4:36 p.m. The circumstances leading up to the shooting are under investigation. Police continue to seek anyone involved. 42nd and Hope. What we know:. The Milwaukee Police...
Milwaukee woman sentenced to 32 years in connection with fatal 2024 shooting
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- A 23-year-old Milwaukee woman, who pleaded guilty to first-degree reckless homicide in the shooting death of a 14-year-old, learned her fate. Thursday, Aug. 14, a judge sentenced Zariah Johnson to 32 years with 15 years of extended supervision. The shooting happened Aug. 15, 2024 near 39th...