Franklin police pursuit, Illinois man taken into custody
A 22-year-old Illinois man was arrested Wednesday morning, June 29 following a police pursuit in Franklin.
Franklin police chase into Racine County, man charged
A Milwaukee man is charged after a high-speed police chase from Franklin into Racine County on June 24.
Video: Franklin black bear sighting near 60th and Ryan
A black bear was captured on video in Franklin near 60th and Ryan. It is at least the fourth recent bear sighting in southeastern Wisconsin.
Missing Franklin woman's disappearance now a homicide, police say
Missing Franklin woman Sandra Eckert's 2021 disappearance is now being investigated as a homicide, according to police.
Heat makes Milwaukee-area power outages hard to bear
The combination of no power, extreme heat and no air conditioning made for a miserable Tuesday for thousands in southeast Wisconsin.
Franklin firefighters rescue 5 ducklings from sewer
Franklin Fire & Rescue lived up to its name on Friday morning, June 10 – after rescuing some ducklings from a sewer.
Free beer at Franklin beer garden to celebrate 8th year
The Franklin Beer Garden at Croatian Park is offering free beer until supplies last on Thursday, May 19.
Wisconsin friends help Ukrainian refugees: '3 guys on a mission'
Jumping into action to help Ukrainian refugees, three friends say they couldn't stand by and watch the war play out overseas. They'll be traveling to Poland with supplies in hand.
Preschoolers help Make-A-Wish Foundation
Preschoolers at the Learning Experience Centers throughout southeastern Wisconsin are learning all about philanthropy.
Assembly Republican Ken Skowronski will not seek reelection
State Rep. Ken Skowronski announced Wednesday that he won't seek reelection this fall, bringing the number of Republicans retiring from the body to 10.
Milwaukee Milkmen home opener on May 13
The Milwaukee Milkmen of the American Association baseball league will kick off their home schedule on May 13.
Franklin Strauss slaughterhouse application wasn't pulled, council says
A proposed Strauss Brands slaughterhouse in Franklin received public opposition, and it appeared the company planned to scrap the project and sell the land. The Franklin Common Council, taking up the matter Tuesday, says the company never pulled their application.
Franklin Strauss slaughterhouse application wasn't pulled, council says
A proposed Strauss Brands slaughterhouse in Franklin received public opposition, and it appeared the company planned to scrap the project and sell the land. The Franklin Common Council, taking up the matter Tuesday, says the company never pulled their application.
2/22/22: Franklin family celebrates 'Twosday' with twins
The Tews family of Franklin was particularly eager to celebrate "Twosday" on 2/22/22.
2/22/22: Franklin family celebrates 'Twosday' with twins
The Tews family of Franklin was particularly eager to celebrate "Twosday" on 2/22/22.
Franklin Strauss slaughterhouse appears dead, land to be sold
A controversial meat processing plant proposed for Franklin appears to be no more. The company prepared to spend $70 million on the project says it's now looking to sell the land on the city's southwest side.
Franklin Strauss slaughterhouse appears dead, land to be sold, company says
A controversial meat processing plant proposed for Franklin appears to be no more. The company prepared to spend $70 million on the project says it's now looking to sell the land on the city's southwest side.
Winter fun at The Rock in Franklin
Whether you're flying down the mountain on a tub, skis or a snowboard, there is something for everyone at The Rock Snowpark in Franklin.
Wisconsin Republicans introduce police recruiting bills amid staffing challenges
Republican members of the Wisconsin Legislature unveiled a package of bills intended to help recruit new police officers, as some police chiefs say they're having a hard time hiring.
John Madden: Wisconsin reacts to icon's death
NFL icon John Madden died Tuesday at age 85. Sports fans in Wisconsin shared their stories, memories and appreciation.