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
Carroll student earns national scholarship, hopes to help restaurant
Running a restaurant is hard work. And when it comes to taking the reins of her family's business, a Carroll University student is making sure she earns it.
Merton hit-and-run crash; 2 pedestrians seriously injured, driver in custody
A man turned himself in regarding a hit-and-run crash involving two 64-year-old pedestrians in Merton on Tuesday night, Dec. 2, according to the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department.
Richmond School threat; 70-year-old woman charged, given no-contact order
A 70-year-old Sussex woman was charged with disorderly conduct after prosecutors say she threatened teachers and students when her dog wandered onto a school playground, leading to a $1,000 cash bond and a no-contact order.
Wisconsin winter storm: Vernon residents wait as plows stall, staffing thin
Snowplow breakdowns and staffing shortages delayed street clearing in the Village of Vernon over the weekend, leaving some residents waiting more than a day after the storm for roads to be cleared.
Waukesha students give back through service projects ahead of Thanksgiving
Catholic Memorial High School students spent the day before Thanksgiving giving back through dozens of service projects, including a community dinner marking 40 years of service.
Slender Man stabbing: Morgan Geyser back in Waukesha custody ahead of hearing
Morgan Geyser is back in Waukesha County on Wednesday after her arrest in Illinois, as prosecutors move to revoke her conditional release following her escape from a group home over the weekend.
Small business challenges; Wisconsin program offers free help to owners
Running a small business can feel like an uphill battle. Now, a Wisconsin program is working to make that fight a little less grueling ahead of Small Business Saturday.
Slender Man stabbing: Morgan Geyser detained by police in Illinois
Morgan Geyser, the woman involved in the Slender Man stabbing case in Waukesha back in 2014, escaped a Madison group home after cutting off her monitoring bracelet on Saturday.
Waukesha parade memorial dedicated, city marks 4 years since attack
The Waukesha community gathered for a remembrance ceremony on Friday, marking four years since the Christmas parade attack.
FOX6 Cents: New loan program helps young adults establish credit
When you’re a teenager, your credit history is sparse. For better or worse, that impacts your credit score. Establishing good credit is now a little easier – thanks to a special loan.