Milwaukee Local News
Local police chiefs call for funding to reduce child abuse and neglect, prevent crime
MILWAUKEE - Milwaukee Police Chief Ed Flynn and Janesville Police Chief David Moore are releasing a report Wednesday that calls for the renewal of a federal-state program that would allow young moms and dads to get in-home help to become better parents.
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Give yourself extra travel time Wednesday morning
The Department of Public Works said they are done plowing the main roads, but there are more than 103 salt trucks on Milwaukee side streets this morning.
Vigil planned for UW-Milwaukee student who died over weekend
A vigil is planned tonight on UW-Milwaukee's campus for a student who unexpectedly died over the weekend.
UWM students, teachers to rally against Gov. Walker's $300 million budget cut to UW system
Students and staff from UW-Milwaukee are fighting back against Governor Walker's proposed $300 million dollar budget cut to the UW school system.
Pink cheese? You can find it in Wisconsin
What says romance in Wisconsin better than a bag full of cheese curds?
Vigil planned for UW-Milwaukee student who died over weekend
A vigil is planned tonight on UW-Milwaukee's campus for a student who unexpectedly died over the weekend.
Milwaukee King looks to remain unbeaten in conference play against South
Milwaukee South hopes to hand King its first conference loss of the season.
40-pound aluminum Smokey Bear stolen from Waukesha County
Smokey Bear has disappeared from Waukesha County, and a search is underway.
More snowfall means more cleanup for Wisconsinites
We didn't get a lot of snow Tuesday night, but the roads are slick.
Carbon monoxide leak sickens movie goers
Authorities say 30 people were checked or treated for carbon monoxide poisoning after a leak occurred at a movie theater in Price County
Orange road stripes find warm welcome in Zoo Interchange
MILWAUKEE -- Early this winter, the Department of Transportation decided to repaint some of the road stripes near the Zoo Interchange to help drivers better navigate the road construction there.
Sheriff David Clarke, Deputy Sheriff's Association suing Milwaukee County over budget issues
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke and the Milwaukee Deputy Sheriff’s Association (MDSA) filed a lawsuit against Milwaukee County Tuesday.
Sue Black picked to head Arizona State Park system
MILWAUKEE -- This August will mark three years since Sue Black was fired as the director of the Milwaukee County Parks system.
Sue Black takes 'dream job' leading Arizona State Parks
The former Milwaukee County Parks Director is leaving Wisconsin.
Woman with baby kangaroo asked to leave Beaver Dam McDonald's
Customers weren't loving what they discovered when they went to a McDonald's to grab a burger - it was an animal that's usually only seen down under.
Governor Walker to unveil two-year state budget Tuesday evening
Governor Scott Walker is set to release his two-year state budget Tuesday evening.
Firefighters, businesses asking you to 'shovel it forward'
We told you yesterday about the Greenfield firefighters who shoveled the driveway of a man who had a heart attack.
Experts: Use pacing, moderation to stay safe during shoveling
Shoveling and snowblowing can be dangerous if you're not physically fit.
Got cabin fever? Check out these travel deals
All this snow may have you dreaming about a warm sunny beach somewhere. Even if you can’t get away, there are still ways to get out of the snow and cold.