Whooping cough in Wisconsin; cases much higher than previous years
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services said there have been more than 1,730 confirmed cases.
Ozaukee County cold case; remains laid to rest
The Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office revealed on Friday, Nov. 15, more information about how investigators solved a 1959 cold case through genetic genealogy. A funeral for the child was held on Friday, Nov. 15 in Port Washington.
Ozaukee County 1959 cold case; Chester Breiney's remains laid to rest
The Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office revealed on Friday, Nov. 15, more information about how investigators solved a 1959 cold case through genetic genealogy.
Ozaukee County 1959 cold case; genetic genealogy aids investigation
The Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office revealed on Friday, Nov. 8 that investigators have solved a 1959 cold case involving the death of a 7-year-old boy found in a Mequon culvert.
Port Washington water main break floods construction site
A water main break created a big mess at Port Washington's Water Treatment Plant on Friday afternoon. It happened at a construction site.
Port Washington north breakwater lighthouse repairs; $2.2M grant awarded
Port Washington officials has been awarded a $2,231,900 grant from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the preservation of the historic north breakwater lighthouse.
Port Washington crash into Harborview Hotel; driver cited
A Port Washington man was cited for failing to control his vehicle after crashing into The Harborview Hotel early Wednesday, Aug. 28.
Wisconsin storm damage, power outages on hot Tuesday
Thousands of people across southeast Wisconsin were without power after a Tuesday storm, and it was a tough day to be without air conditioning.
Port Washington child porn case; school employee sentenced, prison
An Ozaukee County judge sentenced William Miley to six years in prison in connection with a possession of child porn charge.
Boat overturns on Lake Michigan; 1 rescued, 2 dead
Three people were rescued from Lake Michigan near Port Washington on Monday night, July 15 after their boat overturned.
Paint on Port; Live painting, music, food and more
Paint On Port is a week-long event celebrating art with live painting, music, food and much more.
Port Washington Festival of the Arts; summer kickoff event for all ages
You can kick off summer in Port Washington while taking in the arts through bands, dancing, vendors and fun for all ages. The WakeUp News team learned more about the Port Festival of the Arts.
Port Washington Festival of the Arts
You can kick off summer in Port Washington while taking in the arts through bands, dancing, vendors and fun for all ages.
Port Washington land inquiry sparks concern, interest
A mystery company is working to buy more than 1,000 acres of land in Port Washington, including people's homes, for a semiconductor plant.
Port Washington HS threat, custodian arrested
A 62-year-old man was arrested for allegedly making threats to start shooting people at the Port Washington High School. He was employed there as a custodian.
Port Washington High School shooting threat, custodian charged
A Port Washington High School custodian was arrested and has been charged with making terrorist threats after he allegedly threatened to shoot up the school.
Port Washington police chase, squad hit; Illinois men sentenced
An Illinois man charged in connection to a 2022 Port Washington police chase has been sentenced to seven years in prison.
Ozaukee County communities pass fire department funding referendums
All six Ozaukee County communities, including Cedarburg and Port Washington, that put fire department funding on the ballot passed referendums Tuesday.
Ozaukee County fire department referendums, 6 communities to vote
In Ozaukee County, six communities will vote April 2 on whether to raise property taxes to hire more firefighters and paramedics.
Ewig Bros. Fish Company closing in Port Washington after 130 years
Ewig Bros. Fish Company, a Port Washington staple, announced it will close on May 1 after 130 years in business.