Local Stories Spotlighted for Black History Month
Milwaukee media highlights community figures and history
Milwaukee parent charged in school attack
Old German Beer Hall Celebrates 21st Annual Fred Usinger Day with Free Brats
Crime
Ex-MPS Aide Pleads Guilty in Student Slapping Incident
Demitrios Visvardis faces conditions to avoid criminal charges after slapping a special education student at Riverside High School.

Teen Injured in Milwaukee Shooting Near 74th and Silver Spring
Police investigating incident that left 15-year-old with nonfatal injuries
Milwaukee Police Release Body Cam Footage of Fatal Shooting
Incident follows traffic stop, chase, and foot pursuit on city's northwest side
Politics
Hundreds Protest ICE Killings in Downtown Milwaukee
Activists, students, and community members gather to denounce deaths at the hands of federal immigration agents.

Proposed ordinance would add step to Milwaukee historic building demolition process
The ordinance would require historic building documentation before demolition as a condition of approving a certificate of appropriateness.
EPA Repeals Greenhouse Gas Regulation, But Emissions Testing Remains in Wisconsin
The Trump administration's move to end federal authority over greenhouse gas emissions will not impact vehicle emissions testing requirements in southeastern Wisconsin.
Weather
Milwaukee Water Main Break Repaired by DPW
Crews fix 16-inch line near Clement and Dakota

Milwaukee Weather: Morning Rain, Afternoon Sun
Strong southwest winds could gust over 40 mph, creating an elevated fire weather concern.
Milwaukee Weather: Rain and Chance of Thunder
Above-normal temps continue through Thursday despite cooler Tuesday
Health
Milwaukee Public Schools Celebrates 20 Years of Cardiac Safety Partnership
Project ADAM program has saved over 250 lives nationwide and 10 lives within the district

Wisconsin Lawmakers Urged to Protect State's Hemp Industry
Hundreds of farmers, manufacturers, and retailers are counting on legislators to save the $700 million hemp industry and 3,500 jobs.
Measles Case Confirmed in Walworth County, Wisconsin
Health officials investigating exposure at Milwaukee airport
Sports
Brewers Projected as .500 Team Despite 97-Win Season
One popular projection system sees Milwaukee struggling in 2026 after record-breaking year.

Milwaukee Marathon Seeks Volunteers for April 11-12 Events
Runners will pass through Discovery World, Lincoln Memorial Drive, and more during the marathon and half marathon.
Brewers' Yelich Praised for Leadership Role Ahead of 2026 Season
Manager Pat Murphy highlights star player's deep understanding of the game and ability to inspire the team.