Milwaukee Local News

Emergency workers flooded with calls during bitter cold

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 9:51pm
When temperatures plunge like this, emergency workers have a hard time keeping up with calls for service.

Video released of Pewaukee Sky Zone robbery

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 9:44pm
PEWAUKEE -- Surveillance video has been released of four suspects who robbed a Sky Zone in Pewaukee on December 27.

DNR asks US Supreme Court to review night deer ruling

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 8:10pm
State attorneys have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to strike down a federal appellate decision ordering a judge to revisit a ruling barring Wisconsin's Chippewa tribes from hunting deer at night.

Donations to homeless shelters aren't just nice - they can save lives

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 6:53pm
Donations aren't just a nice thing, they can save lives.

Racine Case swim coach is Packers Fan Hall of Fame finalist

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 5:37pm
Frank has been a high school swim coach for two decades and lifelong Green Bay fan. One of his two sons nominated him for the Packers Fan Hall of Fame.

Bitter cold adds aggravation for drivers with car trouble

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 5:17pm
The bitter cold is causing problems for drivers all over southeastern Wisconsin.

Brewcity Bruisers release bobble design on National Bobblehead Day

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 4:50pm
Wednesday is National Bobblehead Day, so says the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum, which hopes to soon set up shop in Milwaukee.

Ten tips to make your life easier during cold snaps

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 4:45pm
The bitter cold is dangerous for man and beast alike -- but it's also downright unpleasant and can mean many a headache around the house and car -- so get ready -- because here come 10 quick tips to make your life easier -- more comfortable -- and safer.

Milwaukee Public Schools closed Thursday due to cold

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 3:45pm
Thousands of students will get the day off Thursday after Milwaukee Public Schools announced classes won't be held due to cold temperatures, the district announced Wednesday.

'I just couldn't believe my ears': UW graduate in Paris reacts to terror attack at magazine

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 3:02pm
The U.S. Embassy in Paris is telling Americans who live there to be on alert. WTMJ's Michelle Richards spoke with Elena Luoto Meister, a UW-Madison graduate who's been living in Paris for the last 10 years.

Magazine's slain editor defended provocative material

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 2:22pm
NBC News

Broadway classic 'Anything Goes' now showing in Milwaukee

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 1:03pm
The Marcus Center is kicking off the new year with a classical Broadway musical.

Homeless Shelter in Racine running out of resources

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 12:47pm
RACINE -- One of the biggest overnight shelters in Racine could close it's doors by next week.

Manhunt underway in Glendale following theft at Kohls

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 12:20pm
GLENDALE -- A manhunt is underway for two suspects who are wanted for retail theft from a Brown Deer Kohls, according to Brown Deer police.

West Allis high school receives copycat threat

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 11:33am
Nathan Hale High School in West Allis received a copycat threat Wednesday, the day after a bomb threat lead to a school evacuation.

Milwaukee child dies from complications related to the flu

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 10:21am
MILWAUKEE -- A child from Milwaukee has died from complications related to the flu, according to the department of Health Services and the City of Milwaukee Health Department.

51-year-old woman dies after a two-vehicle crash in Waukesha

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 9:06am
WAUKESHA -- A 51-year-old woman has died after a two-vehicle crash in Waukesha Wednesday morning.

Milwaukee woman looks forward to attending second 'Ice Bowl'

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 8:28am
MILWAUKEE -- A lot of people spin tall tales about being at the "Ice Bowl" at Lambeau Field 47 years ago, but Barbara Mohr was definitely there.

Police: Madison man started fight at Gov. Walker's inaugural ball

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 7:43am
MADISON -- A 45-year-old Madison man is facing criminal charges after police say he caused a fight on the dance floor of Gov. Scott Walker's inaugural ball celebrating his second term in office.

Police: Madison man started fight at Gov. Walker's ball

Wed, 01/07/2015 - 7:43am
MADISON -- A 45-year-old Madison man is facing criminal charges after police say he caused a fight on the dance floor of Gov. Scott Walker's inaugural ball celebrating his second term in office.

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