Stephanie Quirk
Stephanie Quirk joined the FOX6 News team in April 2023, and is proud to call Milwaukee her new home!
Although she was raised in the Chicago suburbs, Stephanie has always considered herself a cheesehead at heart, as her parents grew up in Wauwatosa and Oconomowoc. In fact, her family says the pressure is already on to find the best Friday fish fry in the area!
Stephanie graduated in 2021 from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, with a bachelor's degree in journalism and specialization in community health. Prior to her role at FOX6, Stephanie was a multimedia journalist and Saturday anchor at WIFR News in Rockford, Illinois. There, she broke the news about an investigation into the village president who had been accused of stealing thousands from the American Legion, and was featured on the Crime Stories with Nancy Grace podcast to shed light on a missing persons case. Stephanie also helped break the news about the first abortion clinic opening in northern Illinois after Roe v. Wade was overturned, along with several legal battles over it.
Stephanie's love for storytelling and journalism comes from her passion for people. Stephanie is so excited to meet everyone in the community, and is driven to tell stories that matter!
The latest from Stephanie Quirk
Quarry Lake Park search ends, body recovered on Sunday
The body of a person who jumped into the water at Quarry Lake Park and didn't resurface was recovered on Sunday, May 19.
Juneau Beer Garden open in Milwaukee: 'It’s perfect'
What better way to enjoy a beer than with a view of Milwaukee's lakefront and skyline? Juneau Beer Garden is officially open for the season.
Milwaukee electric scooters return for good, reactions mixed
The Milwaukee Department of Public Works said Lime and Spin electric scooters are back for good after three pilot studies over the past few years.
Milwaukee hit-and-run; family mourns, wants answers
Loved ones are demanding justice after a 71-year-old man was hit by a car and killed last month in Milwaukee.
Port Washington land inquiry sparks concern, interest
A mystery company is working to buy more than 1,000 acres of land in Port Washington, including people's homes, for a semiconductor plant.
MPS budget proposal: Staff cuts possible despite passed referendum
Milwaukee Public Schools heard from the public on Tuesday night as it sifts through items in its proposed budget. Staff cuts are possible.
Drug overdose deaths, 'Jump for Archie' hopes to curb crisis
A Wisconsin family is on a mission to reduce the number of drug overdose deaths. A "Jump for Archie" into Lac La Belle hopes of saving lives.
The Rock noise, Franklin ordinance takes effect: 'Huge difference'
The Milwaukee Milkmen played their first home game of the season on Friday – meaning it was the first time they had to abide by a new Franklin ordinance.
2024 Milwaukee County Law Enforcement Memorial; 5 men honored
The 2024 Greater Milwaukee Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony is being hosted on Thursday, May 9 at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center.
NWS confirms Walworth County tornadoes Tuesday: 'It was scary'
A National Weather Service survey team confirmed two tornadoes touched down in Walworth County during Tuesday's severe weather.