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Washington County pursuit tied to theft investigation, 2 arrested
WEST BEND, Wis. - Two people were arrested after a West Bend police chase throughout Washington County on Monday night. Officers pursued a vehicle wanted in a retail theft investigation, the sheriff's office said, around 11 p.m. The chase started on U.S. Highway 45 northbound. Eventually, the pursuit made its...
Silver Alert issued for missing Waterford woman
WATERFORD, Wis. (CBS 58) -- The Wisconsin Department of Justice has issued a Silver Alert for 85-year-old Karen A. Wandrey, who was last seen in Waterford in Racine County. Wandrey, who reportedly has severe dementia and occasionally leaves her residence on foot, was last in contact at 3 p.m. on Monday, July 29, and was seen earlier that morning at home. She is described as standing 5'1" tall, weighing 114 lbs., with blue eyes and blond or strawberry shoulder-length hair.
Two young women killed in Muskego police pursuit
NEW BERLIN, Wis. — Two young women died in a Muskego police pursuit Sunday night when the car they were in crashed in New Berlin. The Waukesha County Medical Examiner’s Office said they were 17 and 18 years old. Business owner Yanni Haros' surveillance system started sending him...
Sprecher Root Beer Bash; World's largest root beer float festival
MILWAUKEE - Explore the world's largest root beer festival right here in Wisconsin! Becca Garrison, executive director for Discover the North Shore, shares more on the Sprecher Root Beer Bash, happening at Bayshore on August 3.
Wisconsin Senate District 6: Meet the candidate
Wisconsinites will vote for state Assembly and Senate candidates in a primary on Aug. 13 and in the general election Nov. 5, 2024. This is the first election under newly-competitive district maps. The candidate in each political party to receive the most votes Aug. 13 will advance to the November...
Milwaukee Diaper Mission reaches 2 million diapers distributed
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Milwaukee Diaper Mission has announced a distribution milestone by reaching 2 million diapers being given to families in need. Founder and Executive Director Meagan Johnson announced the accomplishment in a Tuesday, July 30 letter, highlighting the organization's growth. She noted that it took three years...
Black Arts MKE marks 10 years with full lineup
This year marks the 10th anniversary season of Black Arts MKE, the Black-led performing arts organization. Each year, it hosts an array of performances, holds youth camps and helps to connect artists with potential career opportunities in and around Milwaukee. MKE Black Theatre Festival. This summer, there will be a...
What the Old Farmer's Almanac is predicting about fall weather in Wisconsin
Summer weather is in full swing in Wisconsin, but in a few weeks we'll trade hot and humid temperatures for crisp fall days. The autumnal equinox is at the end of September, marking the change of seasons as the days grow shorter. Here's more information about the first day of fall in Wisconsin...
Milwaukee Bucks Boss Gets Brutally Honest on Giannis Antetokounmpo, Greece’s Chances in Olympics
Milwaukee Bucks news: Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Greece national squad were slapped with some harsh reality on Saturday after they suffered an 86-79 loss to Canada in their opening game of the Paris Olympics. The Greeks knew coming in that getting out of their group in the opening stage was...
Hoeing Pitches Strong, Racks Up First ’24 Win
MIAMI– Former Batesville Bulldog pitcher Bryan Hoeing looked very sharp last weekend. The pitcher who got quite a bit of attention earlier this summer when the Miami Marlins needed him to start a few games, was back in his relief role, and really provided his club some relief. Hoeing...
Brewers hoping trade with Reds provides rotation upgrade
The Milwaukee Brewers have now attempted to improve their rotation three times this year.The Brewers acquired former Cy Young winner Dallas Keuchel from the Mariners for cash considerations at the end of June. He made four underwhelming starts in Milwaukee, posting a 5.40 ERA and a 1.860 WHIP over his 16 innings, striking out 11 batters with eight walks. Keuchel was designated for assignment on July 14 and subsequently released.Aaron Civale was next, acquired from the Rays on July 3. He has been somewhat better than Keuchel, posting a 4.29 ERA and a 1.429 WHiP over his 21 innings covering...
Social media reacts to Milwaukee's 'amazing,' 'loud' 2024 Air & Water Show: photos, videos
The 2024 WaterStone Bank Air & Water Show took to the skies over Milwaukee's lakefront last weekend, featuring performances from loud and impressive aircraft and watercraft. The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds in their F-16 Fighting Falcons headlined the show after a five-year hiatus. The show also included performances from the U.S. Army...
Survivor of motorcycle crash: 'He literally took everything away from me'
MILWAUKEE — A woman who survived a deadly motorcycle crash on the Fourth of July has spoken out for the first time. The crash occurred near Howell and Van Norman Avenues, two blocks north of Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee. Samantha Smith and her boyfriend, Nathan Sweet, were on...
Meet the Olympian-turned-orthopedic surgeon
Demetrios Douros, MD, a sports medicine specialist and orthopedic surgeon at Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, took an unusual path to arrive at his current position, according to a July 26 report from Spectrum News 1. Dr. Douros has always had a passion for baseball, playing...
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