Milwaukee WI

WEST ALLIS, Wis. (CBS 58) -- West Allis has reached the final round of the national Strongest Town contest, beating out larger cities including Chicago along the way. Voting is now closed and the winner, either West Allis or Madison, Wis., will be announced Monday, April 6. Mayor Dan Devine...

Where are old businesses and young entrepreneurs finding success in Milwaukee? Lincoln Avenue. From nearly 98-year-old bike shops to brand new beauty salons Lincoln Avenue is a south side hub for business.

The scent of a sizzling cheeseburger and a basket of fresh golden fries has a way of stopping people in their tracks, especially in Wisconsin. Across the state, this classic combo isn’t just a quick meal, it’s practically a local tradition. From nostalgic drive-ins to welcoming neighborhood grilles,...

A man in Wisconsin is accused of threatening to fatally shoot his parents and leading law enforcement on a 14-hour standoff during which he allegedly warned he "would kill everyone." Vance Lee, 33, stands charged with failure to comply with an officer's attempt to take person into custody, disorderly conduct,...

Milwaukee wing fans might want to clear some calendar space in April. Two new Wingstop restaurants are targeting mid-April openings, which would bring the city's total up to six locations if everything goes according to plan. The newcomers are planned for the East Side at 2935 N. Oakland Ave. near...

A welfare check near 10th and Hadley in Milwaukee turned into an hourslong tactical standoff on Friday, April 3, ending when a 24-year-old man surrendered to police and was arrested. Officers said they discovered a domestic violence incident at the address, set up a command perimeter and called in crisis negotiators....

SULLIVAN, Wis. — The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning for the Root River at Franklin affecting Milwaukee County, and the Root River Canal at Raymond affecting Racine County until 1:00 a.m. on Sunday, April 5. The warning also impacts the Fox River Lower near New Munster...

Want to find eerie destinations in Wisconsin that might make you jump?. These 6 haunted locations offer chilling tales and unforgettable scares!. 1. The Pfister Hotel (Milwaukee) This grand hotel towers over downtown Milwaukee with style and class. The gorgeous building looks like something from a fancy movie. But...

Ever wonder where all the good stuff people donate actually ends up?. Ultimate Thrift in Greenfield, Wisconsin is the answer, and it’s glorious. This place isn’t playing around when it comes to size or selection. We’re talking about a genuine warehouse full of secondhand treasures that’ll make your...

A 33-year-old man was shot and wounded just after midnight Friday near the intersection of 37th Street and North Avenue on Milwaukee's north side. Officers found the victim shortly after 12 a.m., and he was taken to a local hospital for treatment. The case remains under investigation, and police say no arrests have...