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Bastille Days organizers take security measures seriously

Thu, 07/14/2016 - 6:08pm
Bastille Days organizers tell WISN 12 News that security this year is a concern, and they're taking extra precautions.

Greenfield church takes advantage of 'Pokemon Go'

Thu, 07/14/2016 - 5:14pm
A Greenfield church is hoping to gain new followers from the "Pokemon Go" craze.

Meet the man who walks from Milwaukee to Chicago

Thu, 07/14/2016 - 4:41pm
Community activist Tory Lowe started his trek to Chicago from Milwaukee to create awareness on police shootings taking place in both cities.

Third victim dies in Wisconsin flood waters

Thu, 07/14/2016 - 1:37pm
An 82-year-old man was found dead early Thursday in a pickup truck in the floodwaters of the Marengo River.

Prosecutor won't charge officer for shooting prom attacker

Thu, 07/14/2016 - 1:12pm
A Wisconsin prosecutor has decided not to charge a police officer who shot and killed a teenager who opened fire on kids as they left their high school prom.

Tonight: A WISN 12 NEWS Special

Thu, 07/14/2016 - 11:26am
On-air and online conversations aim to address the issues that can often become shadows hidden within the national spotlight. 

Sheriff Clarke, Rep. Duffy added to GOP convention speakers list

Thu, 07/14/2016 - 7:43am
The Republican National Convention is set for July 18-21 at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland.

Fire destroys garage in Greenfield

Thu, 07/14/2016 - 6:58am
Authorities in Greenfield are investigating a garage fire. It was reported Wednesday night near 45th Street and Howard Avenue.

Truck, car crash head-on along I-94

Thu, 07/14/2016 - 5:17am
All lanes of I-94 in Jefferson County are back open to drivers. Traffic was at a standstill for several hours because of a serious crash.

Two dead after pair of shootings in Milwaukee

Thu, 07/14/2016 - 5:00am
Two people are dead after a pair of shootings in Milwaukee.

Teen attacked by dog, police say

Wed, 07/13/2016 - 10:57pm
Two dogs are quarantined after police said one of them bit a 14-year-old girl, officials said.

Mother of girl, 15, dead after possible heroin overdose left stunned

Wed, 07/13/2016 - 10:51pm
An Oconomowoc mother said her 15-year-old daughter died after possibly trying heroin for the first time.

Officer dragged by car stolen from Racine Co. dealership

Wed, 07/13/2016 - 10:45pm
Four teens were arrested Wednesday evening after fleeing a car stolen from a Racine County Hyundai dealership and allowing it to roll over a Milwaukee police officer.

Still no answers for mother of son killed by Walworth Co. deputy

Wed, 07/13/2016 - 10:37pm
It has been four months since Doretha Lock’s son, 21-year-old Christopher Davis, was shot and killed by a Walworth County Sheriff’s deputy, and she still doesn’t know why.

Aaron, Richard Rodgers take home ESPY 'Best Play' award

Wed, 07/13/2016 - 9:06pm
Aaron and Richard Rodgers both beat out some of the year's most impressive sports plays for "Best Play" with a Hail Mary pass that granted the Packers a win against Detroit Lions in December.

Milwaukee has largest rent increase in nation this month

Wed, 07/13/2016 - 5:51pm
If you are paying rent in Milwaukee and had to pay more starting this month, you're not alone.

Couple accused of nearly $100,000 in welfare fraud gets probation

Wed, 07/13/2016 - 5:50pm
A Whitefish Bay couple accused of cheating the state out of almost $100,000 in welfare benefits avoided prison time during sentencing Wednesday.

Mayfair store owners worry for bottoms lines amid protests

Wed, 07/13/2016 - 5:04pm
Some Mayfair Mall store owners are worried about their bottom lines, as protests outside their storefronts become more and more common.

'Pokemon Go' is a no-go for Milwaukee's VA Medical Center

Wed, 07/13/2016 - 4:49pm
Milwaukee's VA Medical Center is asking budding Pokemon trainers to be respectful of veterans

Driver crashes into 5 cars, holds 2 people hostage, police say

Wed, 07/13/2016 - 4:18pm
A 29-year-old man was arrested Tuesday after crashing into several parked cars, then holding two people hostage in a home, officials said.

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