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
Christmas decorations stolen, Milwaukee neighbors keep spirit alive
In Milwaukee's Riverwest neighborhood, a number of residents said a Grinch recently targeted and stole their Christmas decorations.
Madison school shooting: Natalie Rupnow was new student, school says
The 15-year-old Madison school shooting suspect was only in her first semester at Abundant Life Christian School but seemed to be settling in.
Madison school shooting: Teen suspect had 2 guns, police say
Madison police said the teen suspected of killing a student and teacher brought two guns into Abundant Life Christian School on Monday.
Madison school shooting; parents call for more school security, safety
The fatal Madison school shooting has heightened concern for parents, staff and families, especially when it comes to how schools handle safety and security.
Milwaukee seeks experienced police officers; $10K signing bonus offered
The City of Milwaukee is offering a $10,000 signing bonus to experienced police officers who join its department.
2024 Milwaukee homicide victims vigil, community remembers lives lost
Milwaukee police data shows 126 people have been the victims of homicides thus far in 2024. A candlelight vigil for those victims was held Saturday.
Riverwest camera store burglarized, Milwaukee police seek suspect
Milwaukee police are looking for the thief who stole tens of thousands of dollars worth of items from a vintage camera store.
Caledonia house fire; several crews respond, home destroyed
Multiple crews responded to a house fire in Caledonia on Thursday morning, Dec. 12.
Blankets honor fallen Milwaukee officers, fund scholarships
The mother of fallen Milwaukee Police Officer Peter Jerving is honoring his legacy, crocheting blankets to support scholarships for new MPD recruits.
Arrowhead students raise thousands; helping Hurricane Helene victims
A group of students at Arrowhead High School have raised more than $11,000 to help victims of Hurricane Helene.