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Community Members Gather To Pray For Victims Of Molson Coors Shooting

February 27, 2020 - 9:00pm

In the wake of a shooting at the Molson Coors brewery complex in Milwaukee on Wednesday, more than 400 community members gathered at Ridge Community Church to pray for the Molson Coors community.

Milwaukee Police Identify Victims, Suspect In Shooting At Molson Coors Milwaukee Campus

February 27, 2020 - 10:00am

On Thursday afternoon, the Milwaukee Police Department identified the suspect as Anthony Ferrill. Police said the 51-year-old Milwaukee man worked at the complex, and died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Police: 5 People, Gunman Dead After Shooting At Molson Coors Campus In Milwaukee

February 26, 2020 - 2:50pm

A gunman opened fire at Milwaukee's Molson Coors brewery complex Wednesday, killing five people before taking his own life, according to Milwaukee police.

Among Wisconsin Students, Mixed Feelings Over Police In Schools

February 26, 2020 - 5:45am

Two police officers in Wisconsin shot students in two separate incidents in December. Police who work in schools say violent incidents don't reflect what their job is like on an everyday basis.

Altoona School Official Accused Of Sex Crimes Released From Custody

February 25, 2020 - 7:35am

Altoona Superintendent Dan Peggs is charged in federal court with sex trafficking and child pornography.

2 Bald Eagles Illegally Shot, Killed In Wisconsin

February 25, 2020 - 5:35am

Two bald eagles admitted to a bird rehabilitation center in Antigo have died after they were illegally shot in rural Wisconsin.

Hmong Leaders Rally Against Trump Administration's Deportation Push

February 24, 2020 - 6:30am

Moves by the Trump administration that could allow for the deportation of thousands of Hmong people have galvanized the community. They're trying to advocate for those at risk and keep misinformation from spreading.

Bond Set At $750K For Man Accused Of Killing Woman, 2 Girls

February 21, 2020 - 1:50pm

Arzel Ivery is charged in the deaths of 26-year-old Amarah Banks, 5-year-old Zaniya Ivery and 4-year-old Camaria Banks.

Sex Trafficking Arrest Of Wisconsin School Superintendent Tied To Arrest Of North Carolina Man

February 21, 2020 - 1:10pm

The arrest of a western Wisconsin school district superintendent on sex trafficking and child pornography charges is tied to the arrest of a North Carolina man charged with similar crimes. The U.S. attorney's office in Madison says both men are accused of trafficking the same underage Wisconsin girl. ...

Barr Could Do 'Long-Term Damage' To Justice System Over Stone Case, Former Wisconsin US Attorney Says

February 21, 2020 - 10:45am

John Vaudreuil is one of thousands of former Justice Department employees to sign an open letter condemning Barr and President Donald Trump for their actions around the sentencing of Roger Stone, the president's longtime political ally and advisor.

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Community Members Gather To Pray For Victims Of Molson Coors Shooting

Milwaukee Police Identify Victims, Suspect In Shooting At Molson Coors Milwaukee Campus

Police: 5 People, Gunman Dead After Shooting At Molson Coors Campus In Milwaukee

Among Wisconsin Students, Mixed Feelings Over Police In Schools

Altoona School Official Accused Of Sex Crimes Released From Custody

2 Bald Eagles Illegally Shot, Killed In Wisconsin

Hmong Leaders Rally Against Trump Administration's Deportation Push

Bond Set At $750K For Man Accused Of Killing Woman, 2 Girls

Sex Trafficking Arrest Of Wisconsin School Superintendent Tied To Arrest Of North Carolina Man

Barr Could Do 'Long-Term Damage' To Justice System Over Stone Case, Former Wisconsin US Attorney Says

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