Wisconsin Republicans embrace President Trump at state convention

WISCONSIN DELLS — Wisconsin Republicans repeatedly praised President Donald Trump at their state convention Saturday, a stark contrast to last year when his name was rarely mentioned amid turmoil over his pending nomination.Republicans also focused their attention on helping Gov.

"Good conversation:" Mayor Barrett, Chief Flynn, Gov. Walker discuss public safety

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Wednesday, May 10th confirmed he and Milwaukee Police Chief Ed Flynn met with Governor Scott Walker in private.The discussion revolved around ensuring Milwaukee would get adequate state funding for public safety.Mayor Barrett would not share specifics, but said the officials are working to make sure the Milwaukee Police Department has the resources needed to maintain proper staffing."We had a good conversation.

Mike McCabe: 'I am willing' to run for Wisconsin governor

MADISON -- Mike McCabe, the leader of a nonprofit organization that encourages citizens to challenge the political establishment, indicated Thursday that he'll likely run for governor of Wisconsin, but that he hasn't decided whether it would be as an independent or Democrat.McCabe told The Associated Press in an email that in the wake of nearly 200 people signing a letter urging him to get into the race, "I am willing to do this."The Democratic Party is searching for a top-tier candidate to take on Republican Gov.

Democrats predict flood of lawsuits after Milwaukee County jail death inquest

EDITOR’S NOTE:An earlier version of this story posted on our website and broadcast on FOX6 contained an incorrect picture of one of the 7 Milwaukee County Jail staff members recommended for criminal charges.The picture used for Corrections Officer James Ramsey-Guy was not his photograph.

Get a free tour of Wisconsin's Executive Residence starting June 1st

MADISON -- Tours of the Wisconsin Executive Residence and Executive Residence gardens will kick off next month, starting June 1st.Tours this summer will be held every Thursday from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. beginning Thursday, June 1st and running through the end of August.The tours are free of charge and cameras are allowed.