Richfield little league baseball retires Fletcher Merkel's jersey number
Fletcher was one of the two students killed last August in the Annunciation School shooting
May 7, 2026Open source
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Fletcher Merkel honored: Richfield baseball retires jersey of Annunciation shooting victim
The Richfield baseball community gathered for an emotional tribute to Fletcher Merkel, retiring his number 7 jersey in a ceremony that celebrated the 8-year-...
May 7, 2026Open source
BCA releases names of Richfield officers involved in shooting that killed 27-year-old man
Officials have identified the Richfield police officers involved in a shooting that left a 27-year-old man dead last week. The man who died, Desaver Hollis,...
May 5, 2026Open source
Family of man killed in shootout with police demand answers, accountability The Minnesota Bureau of Crimina...
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension says 27-year-old Desaver Hollis, of Plymouth, shot Sgt. Mario Leon in the hand early Wednesday morning. Leon an...
May 5, 2026Open source
BCA identifies man killed by Richfield police
One officer reportedly scuffled with the man who, while on his back, shot the him in the hand. That officer and another then fatally shot the man.
May 4, 2026Open source
The two Richfield police officers are now on critical incident leave.
The two Richfield police officers are now on critical incident leave.
May 4, 2026Open source
Richfield police shooting: Officers, victim ID’d by Minnesota BCA
The Minnesota BCA has identified the two officers involved in a shooting in Richfield last week.
May 4, 2026Open source
These rural towns are banking on outdoor recreation to boost their economies
What is a via ferrata? Outdoor recreation opportunities in Vernal, Utah. Mountain biking in Richfield, Utah. How big is outdoor recreation economy?
May 4, 2026Open source
In your opinion: New historic markers in Richfield
In your opinion: New historic markers in Richfield
May 2, 2026Open source
Richfield: Suspect dead, officer injured after exchanging gunfire
The incident began, according to a news release, when a resident called Richfield police at 3:24 a.m. to report a car prowler.
Apr 30, 2026Open source
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Nebraska volleyball to play nine Big Ten home games
The Huskers will play Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Ohio State, Purdue, Rutgers, UCLA, USC and Wisconsin at the Devaney Center. NU's eight away matches will be...
May 4, 2026Open source
5 Madison area high school girls sports stars of the week: May 7 edition
Jackson Chourio's return bolsters the Brewers' lineup, significantly boosting their offensive power for a robust comeback. Jack and Aram discuss his impact.
May 7, 2026Open source
Milwaukee police locate missing 48-year-old man
Jacob Chianelli was last seen Monday near Lyon and Jackson streets in downtown Milwaukee.
May 5, 2026Open source
Milwaukee County Parks exploring new super splash pad at Washington Park
The swimming and wading pools in Washington Park have not been fully operational since 2019 due to ongoing maintenance challenges.
May 4, 2026Open source
Port Washington teacher recognizes fellow educator for strength in classroom and at home
Teacher Angela Fladwood inspires students and staff members daily, while her daughter battles leukemia. We're highlighting her dedication to her job as part...
May 4, 2026Open source
Nasim Nuñez drives in 2 as Nationals beat Brewers 3-2 to avoid sweep
Nasim Nuñez had a pair of run-scoring singles, CJ Abrams had two hits and scored twice, and the Washington Nationals beat the Milwaukee Brewers 3-2 to avoid...
May 3, 2026Open source
Brewers hope Misiorowski avoids serious injury when his bid for no-hitter ends with hamstring cramp
Jacob Misiorowski’s bid for a no-hitter quickly faded as the biggest news for the Milwaukee Brewers’ 6-foot-7 right-hander when a hamstring injury forced...
May 3, 2026Open source
Photos: Brewers can't complete road sweep at Nationals
Milwaukee couldn't muster enough offense to back up a solid start from pitcher Logan Henderson in the final contest of a three-game series in Washington.
May 3, 2026Open source
Police use PIT maneuver to end chase in Glendale
A police chase came to an end near Port Washington Road and Hampton Avenue in Glendale shortly after 8 p.m. on May 15.
May 16, 2026Open source
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1 shot near CVS on Wisconsin Ave. in Tenleytown
One person, believed to be a teenager, was found shot near the Tenleytown CVS on Thursday afternoon, D.C. Police and D.C. Fire and EMS said.
May 7, 2026Open source
Schlitz beer, Milwaukee icon, Chicago classic, being retired after 177 years
Wisconsin Brewing Company is making its final batch of Schlitz after the beer has been discontinued by Pabst Brewing Company.
May 19, 2026Open source
Madison man sentenced to over eight years in prison for drug trafficking, gun possession
A Madison man was sentenced to over eight years in prison for drug trafficking and gun possession, the Western District of Wisconsin announced on Thursday.
May 16, 2026Open source
Rally Madison FC debuts women’s pre-professional soccer in capital city home match
Rally Madison FC hosted Chicago House AC in a preseason friendly ahead of the club’s inaugural season, drawing a large crowd excited to welcome women’s p...
May 16, 2026Open source
Milwaukeans reflect on the end of Schlitz beer production
Pabst Brewing Company is discontinuing Schlitz beer, ending a Milwaukee legacy that once made it the largest brewery in the U.S. TMJ4 heard from a resident a...
May 16, 2026Open source
One last call for 'the beer that made Milwaukee famous'
Pabst Brewing Company has stopped producing Schlitz beer, ending the legacy of the iconic Milwaukee brand.
May 16, 2026Open source
Milwaukee mayor: FBI reaching out to elections officials on 2020 election
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson said the FBI has been reaching out to city elections officials about the 2020 election.
May 15, 2026Open source
Duke's on Water closes after 22 years amid rising rent and crime concerns
Duke's on Water, a Milwaukee bar, is closing permanently after 22 years, citing high rent, changing drinking habits, and security concerns on Water Street.
May 15, 2026Open source
League Sues To Standardize Fixes For Absentee Ballot Errors
League of Women Voters says clerks’ differing practices violate Wisconsin’s Due Process protections.
May 15, 2026Open source
Maine Went All-In on PFAS Problem; What Can Wisconsin Learn?
New book traces how and why Maine launched $200 million response to
May 12, 2026Open source
Dr. William Finlayson, trailblazing Black Milwaukee physician, dies at 101
Dr. William Finlayson, a trailblazing Black physician who was also a prominent civil rights figure in Milwaukee, died Monday at age 101, according to a press...
May 12, 2026Open source
UW-Madison begins search for next Director of Athletics, introduces search committee
The position opening comes after former Director of Athletics Chris McIntosh resigned in April.
May 12, 2026Open source
Wisconsin Advocates Warn Proposed Federal Changes Will Hurt Childcare
Changes target Biden policies putting ceiling on childcare costs and hiking pay for workers.
May 12, 2026Open source
Photo of the day: Getting resourceful to handle Ridglan beagles
Certified Veterinarian Technician Rachel White pets a beagle before an evaluation and treatment in a bathroom-turned exam room on Monday, May 11, 2026 at the...
May 12, 2026Open source
Body found in Milwaukee River near Wright Street
Fire officials say a body was found Tuesday morning in the Milwaukee River near Wright Street. Milwaukee police are investigating, and there's no word yet on...
May 12, 2026Open source
Tom Still: These ‘moonshots’ are grounded in engineering know-how
Devesh Ranjan, dean of UW-Madison’s College of Engineering, has embraced linking engineering’s various disciplines to tackling problems in Wisconsin, the...
May 12, 2026Open source
5 Madison area high school baseball stars of the week: May 12 edition
One swing changed the trajectory of multiple high school baseball games this past week. Vote for your favorite performer to win the latest Supernova title.
May 12, 2026Open source
Microsoft says it has hired around 375 people for its Mount Pleasant data center
Microsoft has hired around 375 people for full-time positions in Wisconsin and that number could grow to 800 by the time the company finishes its second data...
May 12, 2026Open source
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Pabst Brewing to discontinue historic Schlitz beer after 177 years
Schlitz beer, once a cultural icon, is being discontinued after 177 years, but a Wisconsin brewer wants to send it off "with dignity and respect." (Adobe Stock)
May 20, 2026Open source
Schlitz beer, Milwaukee icon, Chicago classic, being retired after 177 years
Wisconsin Brewing Company is making its final batch of Schlitz after the beer has been discontinued by Pabst Brewing Company.
May 19, 2026Open source
Madison man sentenced to over eight years in prison for drug trafficking, gun possession
A Madison man was sentenced to over eight years in prison for drug trafficking and gun possession, the Western District of Wisconsin announced on Thursday.
May 16, 2026Open source
Rally Madison FC debuts women’s pre-professional soccer in capital city home match
Rally Madison FC hosted Chicago House AC in a preseason friendly ahead of the club’s inaugural season, drawing a large crowd excited to welcome women’s p...
May 16, 2026Open source
Stoughton businesses welcome temporary reopening of Main Street
Main Street in downtown Stoughton has temporarily reopened as construction is paused for the weekend ahead of the city’s Syttende Mai festival.
May 16, 2026Open source
'We don't want to talk about it': Watertown school board members refuse to answer questions about song ban
Watertown School Board members are refusing to speak publicly about their decision to ban a song tied to LGBTQ history from a high school performance — eve...
May 16, 2026Open source
Milwaukeans reflect on the end of Schlitz beer production
Pabst Brewing Company is discontinuing Schlitz beer, ending a Milwaukee legacy that once made it the largest brewery in the U.S. TMJ4 heard from a resident a...
May 16, 2026Open source
Police use PIT maneuver to end chase in Glendale
A police chase came to an end near Port Washington Road and Hampton Avenue in Glendale shortly after 8 p.m. on May 15.
May 16, 2026Open source
One last call for 'the beer that made Milwaukee famous'
Pabst Brewing Company has stopped producing Schlitz beer, ending the legacy of the iconic Milwaukee brand.
May 16, 2026Open source
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