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Hackers infiltrate insurer Anthem, access customer details
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Health insurer Anthem said hackers infiltrated its computer network and gained access to a host of personal information for customers and employees, including CEO Joseph Swedish.
Another streetcar informational meeting to be held Thursday
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett continues his push for the downtown streetcar project.
Fire and Police Commission to hear Manney appeal
The Milwaukee police officer fired after shooting and killing Dontre Hamilton in Red Arrow Park will once again be the subject of a Fire and Police Commission meeting.
Attention beer lovers: Barley shortage could drive up price of some brews
Attention beer lovers - a shortage of barley has microbreweries scrambling.
Gov. Walker encourages vaccination, says he agrees with state requirements
As the measles outbreak continues to spread around the country there's a renewed debate about mandated vaccinations.
Police: Brookfield East student injures two teachers during fight
Two Brookfield East High School teachers were hurt in an altercation with a student Wednesday.
DNR Board members say plan to make them advisory is 'mistake'
Members of the state Department of Natural Resources board are calling Republican Gov. Scott Walker's proposal to strip the panel of its policymaking authority a mistake.
$1 million Powerball ticket sold in Fond du Lac still unclaimed
A $1 million lottery ticket was sold in Fond du Lac last week.
Spot forgotten by shovelers challenging for those using wheelchairs
Going out can be a challenge after it snows for those in wheelchairs.
St. Francis woman wakes up to find home invader standing over her bed
A woman in St. Francis woke up to find a man standing over her bed, demanding money.
Greenfield News and Hobby closing after almost 50 years
A family-owned business in Greenfield is closing after almost 50 years.
Hartland-area bridge set for long-term closure
It may be winter, but there's no escape from road construction in Wisconsin, especially in Waukesha County.
Make Believe Ball to return Feb. 21
The Make Believe Ball is coming up on Saturday, Feb. 21.
Man accused of stabbing baby, family friend to death pleads not guilty
The man accused of killing his 5-month-old daughter and another man was in court Wednesday.
Schools taking extra precautions to keep kids safe
After some snow and now cold temperatures, local schools are taking extra precautions to keep kids safe.
Packers free agent lineman arrested on drug, weapons allegations
A defensive tackle who contributed to the Packers' 2014 playoff run has been arrested on drugs and weapons allegations.
Caught on camera: Can you help Milwaukee police ID this armed robbery suspect?
The suspect is described as a black male, 25-30 years-old and 6’2”-6’4” tall. He had a medium build, slight moustache and shoulder-length black dreadlocks pulled back into a ponytail.