Bret Lemoine
Prior to joining the FOX6 News team in June 2013, Bret Lemoine reported for the CBS affiliate in Green Bay (WFRV). Wisconsin is home: Bret grew up in Waukesha and interned in the Milwaukee TV market while attending the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point (UWSP).
During his time at WFRV, Bret covered some of the biggest stories in our state. He was in Madison for daily updates during the collective bargaining debate in 2011. He also covered the Kaukauna tornadoes, the Marinette High School shooting and was stationed in Dallas as the Packers won Super Bowl XLV.
Bret previously worked at WMBD in Peoria, Illinois as a Weekday Reporter and Weekend Anchor/Producer. His reports were recognized twice by the Illinois Broadcasters Association – once in the category of Best Hard News story in 2007, and again in 2008 for his weekly franchise series, "Streets of Speed." In 2011, he was recognized by the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association for his work covering the Chestnut St. fire.
Bret enjoys traveling. Some of the places he’s visited include Turkey, Germany, Jamaica, England, Finland, Estonia and many others! In his spare time, Bret enjoys working out, watching TV and talking with people. He is also a big Superman fan.
The latest from Bret Lemoine
Post Office chalk case: Muskego man fights $565 fine, cites free speech
A Muskego man said he is standing up for free speech, after the city fined him for a message he wrote in chalk.
New Berlin council votes down key step for proposed rehab center
The New Berlin Common Council voted against combining land parcels for a proposed $12 million rehab center after hours of public opposition, halting the project in its current form.
Proposed in New Berlin: Christian rehab facility faces some opposition
New Berlin's Common Council is meeting on Tuesday evening, Jan. 13 to discuss bringing a rehabilitation facility to town. The project is generating pushback from some nearby homeowners.
New Berlin police officer misconduct; Steven Dodson sentenced
A Waukesha County judge sentenced Steven Dodson on Monday, Jan. 12, to serve six months in jail in connection with the theft of DEA drugs meant for K-9 training.
Bird flu fears force aviary to close at Waukesha nonprofit
The Milwaukee County Zoo closed its aviary this week because of bird flu fears. Now, a Waukesha nonprofit is following suit to protect its own flock.
Waukesha homicides: Nikita Casap pleads guilty to 2025 killings
Nikita Casap pleaded guilty on Thursday to killing his mother and stepfather inside their village of Waukesha home.
Waukesha homicides: Nikita Casap intends to plead guilty, filings show
The man accused of killing his mother and stepfather in the village Waukesha home intends to plead guilty, according to court filings FOX6 obtained.
Watertown fatal hit-and-run; Jeffrey Redecker bound over for trial
A Jefferson County judge found probable cause on Friday, Jan. 2 to hold a Watertown man over for trial.
Hundreds take polar plunge at Milwaukee's lakefront
Hundreds of people took the polar plunge at Milwaukee's lakefront on New Year's Day, an annual tradition at Bradford Beach.
Vernon neighbors object Big Bend sports complex planned across village line
Vernon homeowners are raising concerns about a proposed 150-acre sports complex in Big Bend that would sit across the street from their homes and could bring noise, traffic and light pollution.