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
Palmyra egg farm fire likely one of the largest in village history
Investigators are still trying to figure out what sparked Thursday’s egg farm fire in Palmyra, a fire that took firefighters more than six hours to put out.
Waukesha County Clerk Meg Wartman dies following cancer battle
Waukesha County Clerk Meg Wartman has passed away after losing her battle with cancer.
Waukesha County cases tie trio to multistate burglary ring
Police say three men tied to burglaries across southeast Wisconsin and Illinois are jailed after investigators linked them to multiple break-ins, including a $200,000 theft.
Wisconsin living donor shares inspiring story of giving, recovery
It is Donate Life Month, and a Waukesha man wants you to know that you can lead a normal, healthy life after becoming a living organ donor.
Town of Mukwonago horse breeder faces new felony charges
A Town of Mukwonago horse breeder is facing new felony charges. On Tuesday, April 21, prosecutors charged 70-year-old Ralinda Howard with two separate counts of felony bail jumping.
Menomonee Falls cat sanctuary seeks help after recent flooding
A Menomonee Falls cat sanctuary is seeking help after a second flood in less than a year damaged its basement, where founder Jennifer Alvarez cares for 30 special needs cats.
Fox River flood level: Waukesha, Burlington areas monitoring
In both the Waukesha and Burlington areas, officials are monitoring the Fox River flood level on Friday as another round of rain and severe weather rolls in.
Wisconsin woman turns $4,400 crypto scam loss into advocacy
Experts from Wisconsin’s DATCP report that imposter scams are rising sharply, with projected 2025 losses exceeding $12.5 billion.
Man dies, likely struck by lightning in Waukesha; walking through parking lot
A man has died after possibly being struck by lightning in Waukesha on Wednesday night, April 15.
NWS confirms Waukesha County tornado; damage, flooding widespread
The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado hit the Lisbon-Sussex area during Tuesday night's severe storms.