Wisconsin Supreme Court strikes down statewide mask mandate

The Wisconsin Supreme Court on Wednesday struck down Gov. Tony Evers' statewide mask mandate, ruling that the Democrat exceeded his authority by issuing the order.

Wisconsin bars, restaurants can now sell cocktails, wine to go

The bill, which won bipartisan approval in the Legislature, allows for mixed drinks and glasses of wine to be sold to go as long as they have tamper-evident seals. It takes effect immediately.

Milwaukee man, pregnant wife shot in 'unprovoked' pellet gun attack

Police arrested a 12-year-old boy who they say intentionally fired the gun at the couple outside their home near 39th and Sheridan.

WWII vet gets surprise high school graduation 77 years later

Raymond Schaefer didn't get to finish his high school career at Racine County School of Agriculture because of his choice to serve in World War II. Thursday, he got his well-deserved diploma. 

Top state health official: Herd immunity possible in WI by July

There will be enough coronavirus vaccine in Wisconsin by the end of June to immunize 80% of those age 16 and over in the state.

Official: Worker kills 2 co-workers at Roundy's; shooter also dead

A worker at a supermarket distribution center in Oconomowoc shot and killed two co-workers on Wednesday, a union official said. A union official identified the shooter, who is also dead, as Fraron Cornelius, 41, of Wauwatosa.

Kyle Rittenhouse trial delayed at least 7 months in protest shootings

The trial for an 18-year-old from Illinois accused of killing two people and wounding a third during a protest against police brutality in Wisconsin was pushed back Wednesday by seven months and could be delayed even longer.

Traffic stop reveals Wisconsin driver seated in camping chair

The Wisconsin State Patrol shared a photo from a bizarre traffic stop, showing that the driver was sitting in a camping chair, as the pick-up truck did not have seats.

WI bills seek to limit transgender athletes, kindergarten through college

Transgender athletes listed as boys on their birth certificates would be banned from participating in girls' and women's sports in Wisconsin from kindergarten through college under bills introduced by Republican lawmakers.

Employee pulls gun on customer at Milwaukee McDonald's; 2 arrested

A trip to McDonald's took a nasty turn, leaving two men in handcuffs -- including one employee who police say pulled a gun on a customer.

National Bobblehead HOF and Museum unveils viral 'Zoom cat' set

The viral moment came when a Texas lawyer appeared as a cat during a virtual court session that was being held on Zoom.

Judge declines new arrest warrant for Kyle Rittenhouse

A judge on Thursday refused prosecutors’ request to issue a new arrest warrant for an 18-year-old from Illinois who is accused of killing two people during a police brutality protest in Wisconsin last summer.

Rittenhouse bond hearing set for next week; teen fires attorney

An 18-year-old from Illinois who's accused of killing two people and wounding a third during a police brutality protest in Wisconsin last summer fired a California attorney who had been soliciting money for his case.

Gov. Evers issues new statewide mask order after GOP repeal

Gov. Tony Evers signed new executive orders establishing a statewide public health emergency and requiring face coverings in public places.

State GOP repeals mask mandate, followed by new Evers emergency order

Wisconsin’s Republican-controlled Legislature on Thursday repealed Democratic Gov. Tony Evers’ mask mandate, brushing aside warnings from health experts against making Wisconsin one of only 10 states without a statewide order.

12-year-old WI boy charged with attempting to kill younger brother

A 12-year-old boy accused of stabbing his younger brother in far northwestern Wisconsin can be charged with attempted intentional homicide, a judge has ruled.

Summerfest moves to September, allows more time to vaccinate public

Summerfest will move from its original June 2021 dates to give health professionals more time to vaccinate the general public. Summerfest 2021 will be held September 2 – 4, 9 – 11 and 16 – 18.