Community Leader Lamarr Franklin Dies at 80, Legacy Lives On in $16M Housing Development
Lamarr Franklin's decades of work revitalizing Milwaukee's north side and mentoring young leaders are honored with an affordable housing complex bearing his name.
Wisconsin Native Jordan Stolz Breaks Olympic Record
Milwaukee City Council Introduces 'ICE Out Milwaukee' Legislative Package
Crime
Threat Against Milwaukee Student Walkout Prompts Police Investigation
Milwaukee Public Schools says the threat was directed at a planned walkout at Bay View High School, but the person who made it was not a student.

Milwaukee Man Charged with Murdering Roommate After Argument
Suspect allegedly stabbed woman 22 times and texted her daughter about the killing
Milwaukee man charged with arson and homicide in pregnant girlfriend's death
Cameron C. Washington accused of killing his 22-year-old girlfriend and their unborn child
Health
Health Officials Monitoring Six Milwaukee Residents After Potential Measles Exposure
No new measles cases identified after infected passenger traveled through Milwaukee airport

Men Face Hidden Heart Risk Years Earlier Than Women
Study suggests younger males develop cardiovascular disease sooner than females
Milwaukee Mental Health Providers Scramble to Aid Patients After Red Oak Counseling Closure
Sudden shutdown of Optum-owned clinics leaves many seeking new care options in a strained system.
Lifestyle
Milwaukee Marks 100 Years of Black History Month at City Hall
Event focuses on supporting and uplifting Black professionals in the community.

New French-inspired Bistro Opens in Milwaukee's Third Ward
The restaurant, led by a James Beard-nominated chef, offers an accessible "French country cooking" style.
Milwaukee Entrepreneur Preserves African Culture Through Retail
Mchete's African Treasures owner Monica Ashery brings authentic African products and traditions to Milwaukee.
Politics
Milwaukee Mayor Names New Violence Prevention Czar After Surprise Resignation
Karin Tyler, a longtime city employee, will lead the newly formed Department of Community Wellness and Safety.

Milwaukee Names New Community Wellness & Safety Director
Karin Tyler, a longtime department veteran, will lead the newly formed division.
Wisconsin Appeals Court election upended after candidate kicked off ballot
A high-spending race to replace a liberal judge on the Wisconsin Court of Appeals District 2 was derailed when one candidate was disqualified for improper paperwork.
Travel
Racine man charged after leading police on two chases
The suspect has multiple outstanding warrants and now faces 10 felony charges.

American Cruise Lines to Debut Great Lakes Itinerary with Sheboygan Stops
New nine-day Lake Michigan and Upper Peninsula tour will include four stops in the Wisconsin city.
National Plan for Vacation Day: What's Trending in Travel for 2026
Travel expert shares top destinations and booking tips for the year ahead