IKEA raises starting wages to $16 per hour; higher in some locations
IKEA U.S. announced on Tuesday, Nov. 9 that it is raising starting wages for U.S. co-workers to $16 per hour, with some hourly wages starting at $17 or $18 depending on location.
Oak Creek homicide: 2 suspects arrested in Kentucky
Oak Creek police say two persons have been taken into custody in Kentucky – and that they are connected to a homicide that happened near 13th and College on Sunday, Oct. 31.
Oak Creek conference center, hotel to be built
Construction of the new Creekside Crossing Conference Center and an adjacent Homewood Suites by Hilton is now underway.
Oak Creek Eagle Scout earns all 137 merit badges
An Oak Creek teen has earned all 137 Boy Scout merit badges, an accomplishment very few have ever done.
Brandon Bowen arrested in South Carolina, was wanted for Oak Creek crime
Brandon Bowen's whereabouts are unknown after he posted bail in April. He was arrested and charged with second-degree sexual assault and other crimes.
Oak Creek family's puppy, car stolen in Milwaukee
An Oak Creek family's car was stolen on Milwaukee's south side, their puppy inside. The car was later found, but the search for their pet continues.
Alleged carjacker shot by police near Franklin Walmart after pursuit, crash
A man was shot and killed by law enforcement after a series of incidents in Franklin. Authorities said the man allegedly carjacked two vehicles, led police on a high-speed chase and kidnapped a person while armed.
Shooting in Oak Creek; man wounded, suspects sought
Oak Creek police are investigating a shooting that happened Monday, Aug. 30 near Oakwood Road and Shepard Avenue.
Fire after crash in Oak Creek; 1 dead, 1 seriously injured
One person is dead and another seriously injured following a crash and fire involving a motorcycle and sport utility vehicle in Oak Creek.
Silver Alert canceled, Oak Creek woman found safe
A Milwaukee County Silver Alert for 84-year-old Bonnie High was canceled Wednesday, Aug. 25. She was found safe.
Sikh Temple shooting remembered; President Biden honors fallen
Thursday, Aug. 5 marks a somber day in southeast Wisconsin. It has been nine years since the Sikh Temple shooting in Oak Creek.
National Night Out celebrated in southeast Wisconsin
Across the nation and in southeast Wisconsin, local police departments are hosting National Night Out. It aims to strengthen ties between police officers and community members.
Oak Creek National Night Out returns after year off due to COVID
Across the nation and in southeast Wisconsin, local police departments are hosting National Night Out. It aims to strengthen ties between police officers and community members.
Missing Oak Creek woman last seen July 31
Oak Creek police are asking for help in locating 53-year-old Kristin Pawelko.
Oak Creek prostitution, human trafficking arrests
Fifty-three people were arrested in relation to several prostitution and human trafficking operations, Oak Creek police announced Friday, July 23.
WEDC provides $31K+, extends reach of existing fixed transit routes
WEDC is providing over $31K to the Regional Transit Leadership Council to develop a plan, called “last mile” service to Brookfield/New Berlin and Franklin/Oak Creek by summer 2022.
Oak Creek cat house, man fined $100 for mistreatment
An Oak Creek man charged with mistreating animals after more than 100 cats were found in a home has been ordered to pay a total of $100 in fines.
Car fire on I-94 near Drexel: video
Emergency crews responded to a car fire on Interstate 94 near Drexel Avenue around 5:30 p.m. on Friday, June 4.
Oak Creek firefighter rescues crane with plastic bag on its head
Oak Creek firefighters helped a crane get back to life as usual Tuesday morning, May 25 – after the bird had a plastic bag stuck on its head. A concerned citizen called the firefighters – worried about the crane.
Doctor committed fraud, identity theft: Wisconsin DOJ
A 52-year-old doctor from Oak Creek has been charged with identity theft and fraud, Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul announced.