Milwaukee Local News
Teen flees from police in stolen car, causes 5-vehicle crash
Milwaukee police are investigating a five car pile-up that happened overnight.
Meet Ben's helpers
We've gotten to know a lot about Ben over the last few weeks, and what makes him and his family strive for an accessible playground. Now meet the people who help Ben succeed every day.
Protesters, fast food workers demand higher wages in nationwide marches
Protesters shut down busy streets during rush hour Wednesday, demanding a higher minimum wage.
Help the Riverside University HS robotics team compete for a world championship
MILWAUKEE -- The Riverside University High School Robotics team has qualified for the World Championships for the first time, but they need some help to get there.
Schools no longer failing on safety drills
Student safety has improved dramatically in the Waukesha School District, according to the city fire marshal, as all schools are now performing all the emergency drills required by state law.
Republican says school accountability deal appears unlikely
The Wisconsin Legislature appears to be headed toward stalemate again on a school accountability bill, with Republicans unable to reach a compromise over whether to impose sanctions on failing schools.
Seasonal allergies in full effect for some
GREENFIELD - It's spring and for some, it's also the sneezing season. Seasonal allergies are in full effect.
Vigil held for man killed in triple fatal crash, shooting Sunday
MILWAUKEE - Family members are speaking out after a tragic chain of events took the lives of three.
Mayor Barrett again addresses rash of violence throughout city
MILWAUKEE -- Mayor Tom Barrett again Wednesday addressed the recent outburst of violence around Milwaukee.
Concrete pour underway in 27th St. construction project
MILWAUKEE -- Traffic's been a big mess on a busy north-south street, where road work was delayed for a year.
Milwaukee Police: 37 pharmacy robberies investigated since September
MILWAUKEE -- The I-Team has learned Milwaukee and the suburbs have seen an explosion in pharmacy hold-ups.
Packers sign former UW-Whitewater QB Blanchard
According to the agent of a former Warhawks quarterback, the Green Bay Packers have added the three-time NCAA Division III champion to their roster.
Young cancer survivor inspires local mother to raise money for other patients
A little girl's inspiring battle with Leukemia launched a local mom's campaign to be named the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Woman of the Year.
Local expert: harsh sentence in CA revenge porn case not enough
A harsh sentence for a man who ran a revenge porn website in California could deter others from posting intimate photos of people without their consent, but more is needed to address what one expert believes is the root of the problem.
Officer-involved shooting near 67th Street and Hampton Avenue
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee police officer shot an armed suspect during a robbery at a Walgreens on Milwaukee's north side Wednesday morning.
Police search for attempted carjackers in Menomonee Falls
MENOMONEE FALLS -- Menomonee Falls police are looking for two men who tried carjacking a woman and her 4-year-old daughter.
Farmers keep an eye on weather as planting season nears
GERMANTOWN - Last week's heavy rain was, for the most part, a welcome boost to farmers across southeast Wisconsin.
Puddle of Mudd's Wes Scantlin arrested at Milwaukee Airport
The lead singer for the band Puddle of Mudd is in the Milwaukee County Jail. Wes Scantlin is being held on disorderly conduct charges.
$1 million initiative aims to improve Milwaukee's near west side
A new $1 million initiative will aim to improve the near west side. The goal is to revitalize the area, so it attracts businesses and families.