Milwaukee County Zoo new rhino exhibit, celebration planned

The Milwaukee County Zoo will celebrate the opening of a new rhino care center and renovated outdoor habitat, part of the zoo's Adventure Africa area.

Milwaukee leaf collection change aimed at reducing floods, DPW says

Leaders with Milwaukee's Department of Public Works on Wednesday announced two major changes after heavy rain earlier this month flooded streets and basements around the city.

Milwaukee intentional vehicle strike; 1 hurt during dispute, man arrested

Milwaukee police said a 39-year-old suffered life-threatening injuries after being intentionally struck by a vehicle on Wednesday. A man was later arrested.

Milwaukee man wanted for killing barber near Burleigh and Lisbon

A Milwaukee man with a criminal history spanning more than four decades is wanted for shooting and killing Pierre Smith near Lisbon and Burleigh.

Milwaukee 30th Street bike, pedestrian trails proposed; feedback sought

The Milwaukee County Department of Transportation is seeking public feedback on bicycle and pedestrian trail concepts along the 30th Street Corridor.

Ex-FBI Director Comey indicted again in probe over online post officials call a Trump threat

Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted again Tuesday, this time over a social media photo of seashells arranged on a beach that officials say amounted to a threat against President Donald Trump.

Milwaukee sex assault, burglary near 50th and Burleigh; suspect sought

Milwaukee police are asking for the public's help to identify and locate a man wanted in connection to a sexual assault and burglary that happened near 50th and Burleigh on Sunday evening, April 19.

Waukesha County Courthouse threat; man accused, second time in months

For the second time in just a few months, a Milwaukee man is accused of making threats to “shoot up" the Waukesha County Courthouse.

Alverno College, MPS launch direct admit application; open until June 1

Alverno College and Milwaukee Public Schools announced on Wednesday a new direct admissions process that allows MPS high school juniors to apply to Alverno College in less than 10 minutes and at no cost.

BP profit doubles as US gas prices hit highest levels since Iran war began

Petroleum giant BP has earned more than double its profit since the conflict with Iran began two months ago, far exceeding last year’s total. 

We Energies welcomes 1st peregrine falcon chicks of the season

The first peregrine falcon eggs of the 2026 nesting season have hatched at the We Energies Oak Creek Power Plant.

Lake Express Ferry begins 2026 season on May 1; four daily crossings

The Lake Express Ferry will launch its 2026 travel season by providing high-speed ferry service between Milwaukee and Muskegon on Friday, May 1.

Kacey Musgraves coming to Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum on Sept. 11

Kacey Musgraves will bring her "Middle of Nowhere" Tour to Fiserv Forum on Sept. 11 with special guest Midland.

MPS students competing in 3D print shoe design competition

Milwaukee Public Schools students are getting creative with their kicks. Kids are competing in a 3D Shoe Printing Contest, sponsored by the AntetokounBros Deer District Store.

AntetokounBros host MPS students for shoe design contest
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Milwaukee Public Schools students are getting creative with their kicks. Kids are competing in a 3D Shoe Printing Contest, sponsored by the AntetokounBros Deer District Store. 

Georgia woman removed from Delta flight after refusing to end call

A Georgia woman was arrested and charged after refusing to end a phone call on a Miami to Atlanta Delta flight, causing a one-hour delay.