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Complaint: Woman begged for her life before being fatally shot by boyfriend in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- A 44-year-old Milwaukee man is accused of shooting and killing his girlfriend near 24th and Greenfield. The shooting happened Saturday, Aug. 25. When police arrived at the scene, they found 37-year-old Jennifer Parr fatally shot in a parking lot. An autopsy determined Parr was shot in the head and leg.
Deadly Shooting at Milwaukee’s Premier Lounge Leaves Community in Shock (video)
In the early hours of the morning, a tragic shooting occurred at the Premier Lounge, a bar located at the intersection of 40th Street and West Villard Avenue in Milwaukee. The incident, which took place just before 2:00 AM, resulted in four individuals being shot, one of whom was pronounced dead at the scene. The Milwaukee Police Department responded to the scene and has been investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Waukesha stabbing, street fight near Barstow and Bank; man accused
WAUKESHA, Wis. - A Waukesha man is accused of stabbing one man and beating another during a Monday night fight. Prosecutors charged 47-year-old Adam Malinski in the case. Police said it was one piece of a recent uptick in violence among the city's homeless community – and it wasn't the first time Malinski was involved.
Exploring the Dark Side: A Deeper Dive into Wisconsin’s Most Violent Town
Wisconsin, renowned for its dairy farms, stunning landscapes, and welcoming communities, also faces certain urban challenges. While generally considered a safe state, there are certain areas that have higher crime rates than others. This article explores a town in Wisconsin known for its high levels of violence. It provides a detailed examination of the various factors that contribute to its crime rates, the effects on the community, and the ongoing initiatives aimed at tackling these challenges.
Man wanted for homicide out of Milwaukee, Wis. arrested in New Madrid
NEW MADRID COUNTY, Mo. (KFVS) - A man wanted on charges including intentional homicide out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin was arrested in southeast Missouri. According to the New Madrid Police Department, overnight on Thursday, August 29, they received information from the Missouri State Highway Patrol about a wanted person who may be at a home in New Madrid.
Man sentenced to 47.5 years in prison after the death of his 12-year-old son
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Forty-five-year-old Romuan Moye was sentenced to 47.5 years in prison after the death of his 12-year-old son Jacarie Robinson in 2023. Robinson's body was found malnourished and decomposing on his living room floor. Moye was charged with first-degree reckless homicide, three counts of chronic neglect of...
Waukesha woman convicted in a fatal 2022 crash gets additional prison time
A Waukesha woman who is serving time for a December 2022 crash in Milwaukee that killed her cousin will remain behind bars a bit longer. Shauntonae Walton, 28, on Thursday pleaded guilty to knowingly operating a car without a license – causing great bodily harm and bail jumping. ...
Waukesha homicide: Community mourns grandmother shot in own home
WAUKESHA, Wis. - The Waukesha community is mourning the loss of 74-year-old Nancy Lovejoy, the woman shot and killed Sunday in what was the city's first homicide in years. Prosecutors said Lovejoy's grandson, Sean Couture, shot and killed her during an argument in the home they shared. It started after she found his gun.
Waukesha man charged after allegedly killing grandmother during argument; bond set at $1M
WAUKESHA, Wis. (CBS 58) -- A Waukesha man is facing criminal charges after allegedly shooting and killing his grandmother. Failure to comply with officer's attempt to take person into custody. Possession of a firearm while intoxicated. A criminal complaint says on Aug. 25, police were contacted by a woman identifying...
Ex-Las Vegas elected official found guilty in murder of former Milwaukee journalist
A former elected official in Las Vegas was found guilty Wednesday in the killing of a former Milwaukee journalist who wrote critical stories about him. Robert Telles, a former public administrator in Clark County, Nevada, was convicted of first-degree murder with a deadly weapon in the stabbing death of Las Vegas Review-Journal investigative reporter Jeff German on Labor Day weekend 2022. ...
Mental Illness, Gun, Combine for Near Tragedy
(WGTD)---A close call for a woman in Caledonia the other night. A 22-year-old man with autism is accused of firing a shotgun into a motel room, narrowly missing the woman who had befriended him earlier in the evening. According to a criminal complaint, the defendant had lived in the transient...
18-year-old dead after shooting near 36th and Burleigh
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Milwaukee police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened on Friday, Aug. 30. It happened near 36th and Burleigh around 7:05 p.m. Police say an 18-year-old sustained fatal gunshot wounds. Lifesaving measures were performed, and the victim was taken to the hospital, but the 18-year-old succumbed to the injuries.
School Bus Driver Saves Students Before Bus Catches Fire
In a remarkable display of courage, Imunek Williams, an eight-months-pregnant school bus driver, became a local hero in Milwaukee in 2023 after saving 37 students from a potentially deadly situation. On a routine morning route along West Highland Avenue, Williams detected a strange odor and noticed smoke beginning to billow from her bus. Without hesitation, she pulled the vehicle to the side of the road and swiftly evacuated all the children, ranging from kindergarteners to high schoolers. Her quick actions ensured that every student was safely off the bus before it was consumed by flames.
Milwaukee police chase, crash; accused driver hid in basement
MILWAUKEE - A Milwaukee man is accused in a high-speed chase that ended with a serious, multi-car crash on Friday, Aug. 23. One car was split in half. Prosecutors said 32-year-old Daniel Webb fled the scene of a shooting at speeds that reached 100 mph. After the crash near Sherman and Villard, he hid in the basement of a nearby home and refused to surrender to police for roughly an hour.
Messmer student fights off attempted abduction of sister on way to school, officials say
Two Messmer High School students are safe after someone tried to abduct one of the girls, and her sister fought off the suspect, school administrators said. The attempted abduction occurred about 7:20 a.m. Friday as the two sisters were walking near the Catholic school, 742 West Capitol Drive, according to a statement to...
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