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Teen confesses carjacking 75-year-old, records show history of car thefts
MILWAUKEE — A 15-year-old boy is in juvenile court, suspected of a violent carjacking that happened Tuesday morning in a hospital parking structure. Officers arrested the teen after a car chase and crash Wednesday morning. According to investigators, the 15-year-old was in the stolen car that was taken during...
MLB Home Run Props for Friday, August 16: Steven Kwan vs. the Brewers
The Cleveland Guardians, including Steven Kwan (.243 batting average in his past 10 games), battle starting pitcher Aaron Civale and the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field, Friday at 8:10 PM ET. Watch MLB, other live sports and more on Fubo! Use our link to sign up for a free...
Family appeals to school board to let 14-year-old play for high school football team
FRANKLIN, Wis. (WTMJ) - A Wisconsin family is fighting to get their son, who has autism, onto the football field. The teenager has the support of a high school coach, fellow teammates and at least one local school advocate, but the school system is keeping him off the team. “We...
Violence intervention group canvasses Milwaukee’s north side: 'has to be a community effort'
MILWAUKEE — David Sinclair and a group of volunteers went door to door Friday afternoon near 40th Street and Custer Avenue providing gun violence prevention and other wellness resources to the community. Sinclair, the outreach supervisor for 414Life, said it's a neighborhood that has some of the highest shooting...
Road to Recovery: Sheboygan man’s journey from drug addict to successful food truck owner
SHEBOYGAN — After a long and tough battle with addiction, a Sheboygan man has been able to turn his life around and start a successful and growing business. Marc Luecke was addicted to drugs and alcohol from the time he was about 16 to 31. It started with weed and cocaine. Eventually, he turned to opioids after a car crash left him in severe pain. During that entire time, he drank.
Bucks leaving no stone unturned in pursuit of a deep playoff run
The Milwaukee Bucks have been a first-round exit in the last two NBA playoffs. Despite adding Damian Lillard to the rotation last summer, Milwaukee never figured out how to get the best out of the All-Star pairing of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Lillard. However, with a full offseason under their belt and an upcoming training camp, there will undoubtedly be hope the franchise can get back on the right track.It would appear Milwaukee's front office is doing everything possible to ensure Doc Rivers has a contending-level team for next season. The Bucks are limited in terms of tradable assets and have...
Sports Facilities Companies to Operate Venue in Janesville
The Sports Facilities Companies will be the operating partner for the Woodman’s Sports and Convention Center, a sports and event venue currently under construction in Janesville, Wisconsin. The 140,000-square-foot facility is scheduled to open in the fall of 2025. The center will feature Mercyhealth Arena, an ice rink to...
Dodge Co. Fair celebrates over 170 years of livestock, rides and fair food
BEAVER DAM, Wis. (WMTV) - The Dodge Co. Fair is celebrating over 170 years in the area, providing families a true fair experience. County fair activities like a tractor pull, livestock showings, food vendors and live music will take place Wednesday, Aug. 14 through Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024. The 2024...
Soggy summer: Rain, weather impacting another summer weekend of events
Bay Beach Amusement Park closed early on its final two weekdays of the season with extended hours. NBC 26 meteorologists say rain has fallen on 10 of 12 weekends this summer, beginning Memorial Day.
Medicaid Director Hanna talks long-term care, housing
The Department of Health Services wants to expand a Medicaid program that manages both members’ healthcare and long-term care needs statewide, Medicaid Director Bill Hanna said during a Wisconsin Health News event this week in Madison. To access this content, you must purchase a Premium membership, or log in...
Johnson says Black voters enthusiastic as Harris prepares to accept Dem nomination in Chicago
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson says he’s seeing “a lot of energy and a lot of excitement in the Black community to support” Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign, despite turnout in majority Black wards in Milwaukee falling for the previous two presidential elections. “I engage with a...
Lake Fest is August 24 on Simmons Island
All are invited for a lakefront party at the Kenosha Beach House on Simmons Island. It’s free to attend Lake Fest, which will take place on August 24 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. The 1934 Tudor Revival building is located at 5001 Simmons Island Road next to Lake Michigan.
Dr. Dan Scholz launches new Catholic Schools and Parishes Initiative at Marquette
Dr. Dan Scholz, a 1997 Marquette alumnus, has spent much of his life in spaces of Catholic education. He began his career as a high school teacher before transitioning to higher education, spending two decades at Cardinal Stritch University. His next chapter is focused on providing ongoing education for those...
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