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Rev. Jesse Jackson dies at 84; Milwaukee activist, leaders honor his legacy

Rev. Jesse Jackson died at 84 on Tuesday, Feb. 17, leaving a civil rights legacy that Milwaukee activists say shaped the city and Wisconsin for decades.

Wisconsin hemp business owners want industry regulation; here's why

Milwaukee Weather: Rain tonight, warm Wednesday

State of the State; Gov. Tony Evers to deliver final address

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State of the State; Gov. Tony Evers to deliver final address

Franklin theft of memory care patient; Oak Creek man accused

Unwrapped Waukesha SHARP Literacy fundraiser Sunday; what to know

FOX6 Investigators

Wisconsin wakesurfing debate escalates as lawmakers weigh competing bills

Wisconsin lawmakers are moving fast on a wakesurfing bill setting distance rules, but critics warn the plan ignores local control as a rival proposal pushes stricter limits.

Milwaukee recruiter tried to find assistant to Jeffrey Epstein, emails show

Animal rights group sues Ridglan Farms, seeking legal rights for beagles

Open Record: Turning Up The Heat

Sports

Suspect charged in killing of former US skater in St. Louis: reports

A 58-year-old Missouri man has been charged with first-degree murder and multiple robbery-related offenses in the fatal shooting of former Team USA synchronized figure skater Gabrielle “Sam" Linehan.

Kettle Moraine senior is "reeling" in record achievements for team

Admirals end skid with road win over IceHogs

Tyler Reddick wins the Daytona 500 in a car owned by Michael Jordan

Sturgeon season opens with strong harvest across Lake Winnebago system

Milwaukee Admirals fall in Rockford, losing streak reaches 5 games

Politics

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State of the State; Gov. Tony Evers to deliver final address

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers will deliver his final State of the State address on Tuesday night, Feb. 17, and is expected to highlighting education, infrastructure and affordability.

DHS shutdown: Border czar Tom Homan signals no compromising on masks

Border czar signals no compromising on ICE masks amid shutdown

DHS shutdown: These agencies will feel the biggest impact

ICE ramps up deportation push with 92,600 new beds in $38.3B expansion

TSA agents are working without pay again: What this means for travelers

DHS shutdown now in effect after Congress fails to reach funding deal

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FOX6 Cents: How Girl Scout cookies create a ‘wealth’ of knowledge

For some, it’s a highly anticipated and celebrated time of the year! Regional Girl Scout Cookie sales start on Jan. 27 and end on March 31. But there’s more in those boxes than just tasty treats.

FOX6 Cents: How Girl Scout cookies create a ‘wealth’ of knowledge

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FOX6 Cents interview with Bob Glowacki

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FOX6 Cents: Top Financial Tips of 2025

Waukesha financial program removes barriers, creates opportunities

Waukesha financial program creates opportunities

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Waukesha financial program creates opportunities

Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.