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Milwaukee police officers punching handcuffed man, MPD investigating
Published October 14, 2026 6:15 PM CDT MILWAUKEE - Milwaukee police are investigating if the officers in a viral video striking a man acted appropriately. The young man featured in the video is now facing his own charge. The cell phone footage shows MPD officers hitting a handcuffed Nicholas Beamon, who the police union says was carrying a gun in his hooded sweatshirt. Now, prosecutors have charged him with carrying a concealed weapon.
Milwaukee police officers hitting handcuffed man, MPD investigating
Milwaukee police are investigating if the officers in a viral video striking a man acted appropriately. The young man featured in the video is now facing his own charge of carrying a concealed weapon. • Milwaukee police are investigating a viral video of officers hitting a handcuffed man who was carrying a concealed gun. • The 24-year-old's family is demanding the officers be fired and charged for excessive force. • The police union defends the actions, while prosecutors have charged the man.
Milwaukee's Social Development Commission trying to re-open
Published October 14, 2026 6:05 AM CDT Milwaukee's Social Development Commission trying to re-open The Milwaukee County agency meant to help people out of poverty...which then ran out of money itself...is trying to make a comeback. Milwaukee’s Social Development Commission abruptly shut down in 2024. FOX6's Jason Calvi's explains how the SDC is trying to return. MILWAUKEE - The agency meant to help people get out of poverty, which then ran out of money itself, is trying to make a comeback.
Milwaukee's Social Development Commission trying to re-open
The agency meant to help people get out of poverty, which then ran out of money itself, is trying to make a comeback. The Social Development Commission abruptly shut down in April 2024. • The Social Development Commission is trying to return after abruptly shutting down in 2024. • The anti-poverty agency still faces unpaid bills and unpaid wages. • Interim CEO Jorge Franco said the SDC is ready to restart services needed in the community.
Feces mailed to Tom Tiffany campaign, linked to Kewaskum address
Published October 13, 2026 4:20 PM CDT Milwaukee Federal Building & U.S. Courthouse KEWASKUM, Wis. - Federal investigators said feces was sent to the governor's campaign of Republican Tom Tiffany. Letters received What To Know: The campaign received three different letters. The U.S. Postal Inspection Service said it was able to track down suspects based on codes found in the letters. The Tiffany campaign invites donations by sending out mailings, which include pre-addressed return envelopes.
Feces mailed to Tom Tiffany campaign, linked to Kewaskum address
Federal investigators said feces was sent to the governor’s campaign of Republican Tom Tiffany. • The U.S. Postal Inspection Service said it used codes and barcode tracking to link the mail to a home in Kewaskum. • Warrants were issued for a man and woman's DNA and fingerprints, though no charges have been filed. KEWASKUM, Wis. - Federal investigators said feces was sent to the governor's campaign of Republican Tom Tiffany. What To Know The campaign received three different letters.
Wisconsin governor race: Flock cameras, inmate tablets in the spotlight
Published October 12, 2026 8:41 PM CDT Wisconsin governor race: Flock cameras, inmate tablets big issues Milwaukee County bags its Flock cameras. The county leases 42 Flock cameras, including 14 by the lakefront, and the others watched from other county parkland. MILWAUKEE COUNTY, Wis. - Milwaukee County bags its Flock cameras. The county leases 42 Flock cameras, including 14 by the lakefront, and the others watched from other county parkland.
Wisconsin governor race: Flock cameras, inmate tablets in the spotlight
Milwaukee County covered its Flock cameras with black plastic bags. Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley paused inmate tablet messaging system at one facility after cases of misuse. U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany criticized his competitor's handling of the tablet program. MILWAUKEE COUNTY, Wis. - Milwaukee County bags its Flock cameras. The county leases 42 Flock cameras, including 14 by the lakefront, and the others watched from other county parkland.
Wisconsin governor race: Candidates campaign in Elm Grove, Racine Original
Published October 9, 2026 8:08 PM CDT Wisconsin governor race: Candidates campaign across the state Candidates for Wisconsin governor are campaigning across Wisconsin. On Friday, Republican Tom Tiffany held roundtables about law enforcement, while Democrat David Crowley campaigned with Maryland Gov. Wes Moore. MILWAUKEE - Candidates for governor are fighting for your vote, with just 25 days until Election Day.
Wisconsin congressional candidate arrested, tirade over Israel
By Sam Kraemer, Jason Calvi and FOX6 News Digital Team Published October 8, 2026 5:34 PM CDT Wisconsin congressional candidate arrested, tirade over Israel A candidate for Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District was arrested after he was caught on video shouting obscenities about Israel at a person in a gas station parking lot. MEQUON, Wis.
Wisconsin congressional candidate arrested, tirade over Israel
A candidate for Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District was arrested following an alleged road rage incident in Mequon on Thursday. • The incident included a profanity-laden tirade over Israel that was caught on video. • The person, identified as Green Party candidate Matthew Arndt, was arrested. MEQUON, Wis. - A candidate for Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District was arrested after he was caught on video shouting obscenities about Israel at a person in a gas station parking lot.
Wisconsin's first Hispanic mayor, Juan Perez shares story
Published October 6, 2026 6:46 PM CDT Meet Wisconsin's first Hispanic mayor Former Sheboygan Mayor Juan Perez is believed to be Wisconsin's first Hispanic mayor. Now retired from politics, Perez focuses on painting. SHEBOYGAN, Wis. - He is believed to be Wisconsin's first Hispanic mayor, but if Juan Perez had listened to the critics, it would have never happened. Meet Juan Perez What they're saying: "Letters.
Wisconsin's first Hispanic mayor, Juan Perez shares story
Former Sheboygan Mayor Juan Perez is believed to be Wisconsin's first Hispanic mayor. Now retired from politics, Perez focuses on painting. During this Hispanic Heritage Month, FOX6 talks to Perez about his time in office. SHEBOYGAN, Wis. - He is believed to be Wisconsin's first Hispanic mayor, but if Juan Perez had listened to the critics, it would have never happened. Meet Juan Perez "Letters.
Wisconsin abortion law: Where Crowley, Tiffany stand
Published October 6, 2026 5:36 PM CDT Abortion law: Where Crowley, Tiffany stand Abortion hasn't been a major focus in the race for Wisconsin governor, but with just four weeks to go, one candidate is making a new push. MILWAUKEE - Abortion hasn't been a major focus in the race for Wisconsin governor, but with just four weeks to go, Democrat David Crowley is making a new push. Constitutional amendment?
Wisconsin abortion law: Where Crowley, Tiffany stand
Wisconsin law currently bans abortions after 20 weeks and requires a 24-hour waiting period. • David Crowley backs a push to amend the Wisconsin Constitution make abortion a constitutional right. • Tom Tiffany said he will uphold the current 20-week abortion ban if elected governor. MILWAUKEE - Abortion hasn't been a major focus in the race for Wisconsin governor, but with just four weeks to go, Democrat David Crowley is making a new push.
Wisconsin abortion law: Where Crowley, Tiffany stand
Wisconsin law currently bans abortions after 20 weeks and requires a 24-hour waiting period. David Crowley backs a push to amend the Wisconsin Constitution make abortion a constitutional right. Tom Tiffany said he will uphold the current 20-week abortion ban if elected governor. MILWAUKEE - Abortion hasn't been a major focus in the race for Wisconsin governor, but with just four weeks to go, Democrat David Crowley is making a new push. Constitutional amendment?
Wisconsin elections: Legislature control up for grabs in November
Published October 6, 2026 5:43 AM CDT Wisconsin Legislature control up for grabs With control of the state's future on the ballot, voters will decide whether Democrats or Republicans control the Wisconsin Legislature. MILWAUKEE - With control of the state's future on the ballot, voters will decide whether Democrats or Republicans control the Wisconsin Legislature in less than a month.
Wisconsin elections: Legislature control up for grabs in November
Control of the Wisconsin state legislature is on the ballot this November. • All 99 Assembly seats and half of the State Senate seats are up for election. • Democrats need to flip just two GOP Senate seats to take control of that chamber. MILWAUKEE - With control of the state's future on the ballot, voters will decide whether Democrats or Republicans control the Wisconsin Legislature in less than a month.
Milwaukee Police District 5 shooter eligible for conditional release
Published October 2, 2026 5:59 PM CDT MILWAUKEE - An officer who dodged bullets inside his police station reacts to a judge saying the shooter is eligible for release from a state mental hospital. February 2022 shooting The backstory: "My heart just dropped. It really did because she knew what we went through because she watched the videos," said Steven Holmblad, a retired Milwaukee Police Department officer who survived the shooting.
Milwaukee Police District 5 shooter eligible for conditional release
A judge rules Darreon Parker-Bell is eligible for conditional release following a 2022 Milwaukee police station shooting. In 2023, Parker-Bell was committed to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for 30 years. Three years later, a judge orders the state to create a conditional release plan. MILWAUKEE - An officer who dodged bullets inside his police station reacts to a judge saying the shooter is eligible for release from a state mental hospital.
Milwaukee County proposed budget; tax levy increase, rate decrease
The Brief Milwaukee County faces an estimated $50 million budget shortfall, but County Executive David Crowley says his proposed budget closes the gap. Crowley's proposed $1.5 billion budget includes a tax levy increase, but a tax rate decrease. The plan proposes a park parking fees to avoid pool closures, taking money from reserves to fill a transit financial crisis, and money for a proposed new courthouse complex. MILWAUKEE COUNTY, Wis.
Milwaukee County proposed budget; tax levy increase, rate decrease
Published October 1, 2026 6:50 PM CDT Milwaukee County budget proposal increases tax levy, decreases rate Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley proposes lowering the property tax rate while increasing the total tax levy. FOX6's Jason Calvi is here with what it means for you and the race for Wisconsin governor. MILWAUKEE COUNTY, Wis. - Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley’s proposed 2027 budget proposes lowering the property tax rate while increasing the total tax levy.
Milwaukee County proposed budget; tax levy increase, rate decrease
Milwaukee County faces an estimated $50 million budget shortfall, but County Executive David Crowley says his proposed budget closes the gap. Crowley's proposed $1.5 billion budget includes a tax levy increase, but a tax rate decrease. The plan proposes a park parking fees to avoid pool closures, taking money from reserves to fill a transit financial crisis, and money for a proposed new courthouse complex. MILWAUKEE COUNTY, Wis.
Marquette poll: Crowley leads Tiffany in Wisconsin governor's race
Follow Marquette poll: Crowley leads Tiffany in Wisconsin governor's race Jason Calvi, Anthony Mandella Wed, September 30, 2026 at 1:45 PM EDT Marquette poll: Crowley leads Tiffany in Wisconsin governor's race Democrat David Crowley leads Republican Tom Tiffany in the race for Wisconsin governor. The latest Marquette University Law School poll was conducted in mid-September. Wisconsin's general election will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Marquette poll: Crowley leads Tiffany in Wisconsin governor's race
Democrat David Crowley leads Republican Tom Tiffany in the race for Wisconsin governor. • The latest Marquette University Law School poll was conducted in mid-September. • Wisconsin's general election will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 3. MILWAUKEE - The latest Marquette University Law School poll, released Wednesday, found Democrat David Crowley leads Republican Tom Tiffany in the race for Wisconsin governor. Forty-six percent of registered voters backed Crowley, compared to 45% for Tiffany.
Wisconsin governor race: Candidates pitch plans to lower costs
Published September 29, 2026 6:23 PM CDT Wisconsin governor candidates offer proposals for lowering costs Wisconsin voters say their top issue is the cost of living and affordability. Both candidates for Wisconsin governor are laying out proposals to lower costs. MILWAUKEE - Wisconsin voters say their top issue is the cost of living and affordability. Both candidates for Wisconsin governor are laying out proposals to lower costs and hitting the other on this issue.
Wisconsin governor race: Candidates pitch plans to lower costs
David Crowley proposed BadgerCare expansion while Tom Tiffany pushed for nuclear power and keeping traditional power plants open. • Voters continue to rate affordability and the cost of living as the number issue on their minds. MILWAUKEE - Wisconsin voters say their top issue is the cost of living and affordability. Both candidates for Wisconsin governor are laying out proposals to lower costs and hitting the other on this issue. On Tuesday, Sept.
Wisconsin attorney general race: Josh Kaul and Eric Toney rematch
The Brief The 2026 attorney general race is a rematch between Josh Kaul and Eric Toney. Candidates continue to fight over testing speed and resources of the state crime lab. The upcoming election is now six weeks away. MILWAUKEE Wisconsin voters will decide who should be Wisconsin Attorney General. This year's matchup is a rematch of 2022: Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul faces Republican Fond du Lac County District Attorney Eric Toney.
Wisconsin Attorney General race: Josh Kaul and Eric Toney rematch
Published September 22, 2026 6:35 PM CDT Wisconsin attorney general race: Josh Kaul vs. Eric Toney You'll decide in exactly six weeks, and one of the races on your ballot: Wisconsin Attorney General. It's a rematch of 2022. Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul versus Republican Fond du Lac County District Attorney Eric Toney. MILWAUKEE - Wisconsin voters will decide who should be Wisconsin Attorney General.
Wisconsin Attorney General race: Josh Kaul and Eric Toney rematch
Follow Wisconsin Attorney General race: Josh Kaul and Eric Toney rematch Tue, September 22, 2026 at 7:35 PM EDT Wisconsin Attorney General race: Josh Kaul and Eric Toney rematch The 2026 attorney general race is a rematch between Josh Kaul and Eric Toney. Candidates continue to fight over testing speed and resources of the state crime lab. The upcoming election is now six weeks away. MILWAUKEE - Wisconsin voters will decide who should be Wisconsin Attorney General.
Wisconsin Attorney General race: Josh Kaul and Eric Toney rematch
The 2026 attorney general race is a rematch between Josh Kaul and Eric Toney. • Candidates continue to fight over testing speed and resources of the state crime lab. • The upcoming election is now six weeks away. MILWAUKEE - Wisconsin voters will decide who should be Wisconsin Attorney General. This year’s matchup is a rematch of 2022: Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul faces Republican Fond du Lac County District Attorney Eric Toney.
Wisconsin referendums, voters to decide constitutional amendments
Published September 21, 2026 6:12 PM CDT Wisconsin constitutional amendments on November's ballot You’ll decide whether to change Wisconsin's Constitution. Three statewide referendums are on your ballot. FOX6's political reporter Jason Calvi looks at what’s on the line. MADISON, Wis. - Wisconsin voters are currently deciding whether to change Wisconsin's Constitution on issues touching on religion, taxes and race.
Wisconsin referendums, voters to decide constitutional amendments
Voters will decide three statewide referendums that would amend the Wisconsin Constitution. The amendments would ban three things: the governor's partial veto being used to raise taxes, shutting down places of worship during emergencies and affirmative action. The referendums are the final action before the state amends the state constitution. MADISON, Wis. - Wisconsin voters are currently deciding whether to change Wisconsin's Constitution on issues touching on religion, taxes and race.
Wisconsin referendums, voters to decide constitutional amendments
Voters will decide three statewide referendums that would amend the Wisconsin Constitution. • The amendments would ban three things: the governor's partial veto being used to raise taxes, shutting down places of worship during emergencies and affirmative action. • The referendums are the final action before the state amends the state constitution. MADISON, Wis. - Wisconsin voters are currently deciding whether to change Wisconsin's Constitution on issues touching on religion, taxes and race.
Wisconsin congressional map, state Supreme Court hears arguments
Published September 16, 2026 6:53 PM CDT Wisconsin Supreme Court weighs in on maps The Wisconsin Supreme Court on Wednesday weighed in on the state's congressional map. Their decision will likely take time. MILWAUKEE - The Wisconsin Supreme Court is weighing whether to order lower court panels to re-examine legal challenges to the state's congressional map.
Wisconsin congressional map, state Supreme Court hears arguments
The Wisconsin Supreme Court heard arguments on whether lower courts improperly dismissed challenges to the state's congressional map. Wisconsin is currently represented in Congress by six Republicans and two Democrats. Ballots are already distributed for the upcoming election, meaning any ruling will only affect maps for 2028 and 2030. MILWAUKEE - The Wisconsin Supreme Court is weighing whether to order lower court panels to re-examine legal challenges to the state's congressional map.
Wisconsin congressional map, state Supreme Court hears arguments
The Wisconsin Supreme Court heard arguments on whether lower courts improperly dismissed challenges to the state's congressional map. • Wisconsin is currently represented in Congress by six Republicans and two Democrats. • Ballots are already distributed for the upcoming election, meaning any ruling will only affect maps for 2028 and 2030. MILWAUKEE - The Wisconsin Supreme Court is weighing whether to order lower court panels to re-examine legal challenges to the state's congressional map.
Former Judge Dugan keeps law license for now, court rules
By Jason Calvi and FOX6 News Digital Team Published September 16, 2026 1:57 PM CDT Hannah Dugan license suspension; court denies A court has denied the immediate license suspension for Hannah Dugan, who was found guilty of obstructing federal agents from carrying out an immigration enforcement operation. FOX6 Political Reporter Jason Calvi joined FOX6 NOW to talk about this latest decision.
Former Judge Dugan keeps law license for now, court rules
Former Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan will keep her law license, for now. • The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled on an Office of Lawyer Regulation motion Wednesday. • In a federal case, Dugan was convicted of felony obstruction and fined $5,000. MILWAUKEE - Former Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan will keep her law license, for now, the Wisconsin Supreme Court decided Wednesday, Sept. 16.
Milwaukee rental inspection expansion, pilot program proposed
Published September 15, 2026 6:32 PM CDT Push to expand Milwaukee rental inspections A new proposal calls for a pilot program to conduct more Milwaukee rental unit inspections, particularly inspections at single-family home and duplex rentals. MILWAUKEE - City leaders are weighing a proposal to change how Milwaukee inspects smaller rental properties.
Milwaukee rental inspection expansion, pilot program proposed
Milwaukee’s Common Council is considering a proposal to expand rental property inspections to single-family homes and duplexes in targeted areas. • The pilot program would require regular inspections in the area centered on the Uptown neighborhood. • The city’s Department of Neighborhood Services reports most eligible rentals in that area are owned by landlords who live outside Milwaukee or Wisconsin.
Tom Tiffany plane crashes into Lake Wausau, removed from water
Tom Tiffany was on board the plane and is safe after an emergency landing of the aircraft. • Tiffany and the pilot were rescued from the water and treated for minor injuries. WAUSAU, Wis. - Crews removed a plane from Lake Wausau on Monday after the aircraft, carrying U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, the Republican nominee for Wisconsin governor, made an emergency landing in the water on Saturday night. Is the plane still in the water?
Milwaukee schools superintendent proposes $12M for air conditioning
Published September 10, 2026 7:22 PM CDT MILWAUKEE - Most Milwaukee Public Schools classrooms do not have air conditioning. Now, Milwaukee Public Schools’ superintendent is calling for that to change. Lack of air conditioning What we know: About 74% of Milwaukee Public Schools classrooms do not have air conditioning, per district data from 2023 found in MPS’s long range facilities plan. It gets worse if you zoom in on elementary classrooms: 85% of those rooms do not have air conditioning.
Milwaukee schools superintendent proposes $12M for air conditioning
Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius proposes adding air conditioning to all district classrooms. 74% of Milwaukee Public Schools classrooms do not have air conditioning, according to district data from 2023. The roughly $12 million proposal is about nine times less expensive than a proposal in 2021, when the district was deciding what to do with hundreds of millions of dollars in federal pandemic relief funds.
Milwaukee schools superintendent proposes $12M for air conditioning
74% of Milwaukee Public Schools classrooms do not have air conditioning, according to district data from 2023. • The roughly $12 million proposal is about nine times less expensive than a proposal in 2021, when the district was deciding what to do with hundreds of millions of dollars in federal pandemic relief funds. MILWAUKEE - Most Milwaukee Public Schools classrooms do not have air conditioning. Now, Milwaukee Public Schools’ superintendent is calling for that to change.
Wisconsin abortion: Planned Parenthood lawsuit argues constitutional right
Published September 10, 2026 5:22 PM CDT MILWAUKEE - Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin filed a lawsuit Thursday that seeks to throw out two Wisconsin abortion restrictions. Planned Parenthood lawsuit What we know: The lawsuit asks the Wisconsin courts to rule the Wisconsin Constitution offers a constitutional right to abortion, targeting two laws. One requires that only physicians can perform abortions, the other requires a 24-hour waiting period before someone can get an abortion.
Wisconsin abortion: Planned Parenthood lawsuit argues constitutional right Original
Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin filed a lawsuit that seeks to throw out two Wisconsin abortion restrictions. • The lawsuit argues the Wisconsin Constitution offers a constitutional right to abortion. • FOX6 News heard from both Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin and Wisconsin Right to Life about the lawsuit. MILWAUKEE - Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin filed a lawsuit Thursday that seeks to throw out two Wisconsin abortion restrictions.
Oconomowoc Area School District leases Flock cameras: records
Published September 9, 2026 5:32 PM CDT OCONOMOWOC, Wis. - Police use Flock cameras, which has sparked fierce debate, but now FOX6 News has learned one Wisconsin high school is using them as well. Oconomowoc Flock cameras Local perspective: Every time a person drives into Oconomowoc High School, a Flock camera snaps a picture of the vehicle going by. FOX6 News obtained records and invoices that show the Oconomowoc Area School District leases four Flock cameras.
Oconomowoc Area School District leases Flock cameras: records
Follow Oconomowoc Area School District leases Flock cameras: records Wed, September 9, 2026 at 6:32 PM EDT Oconomowoc Area School District leases Flock cameras: records Police use Flock cameras, which has sparked fierce debate; but a Wisconsin school district is leasing them as well. Internal records obtained by FOX6 show the Oconomowoc Area School District pays $3,000 per camera, per year.
Oconomowoc Area School District leases Flock cameras: records
Police use Flock cameras, which has sparked fierce debate; but a Wisconsin school district is leasing them as well. • Internal records obtained by FOX6 show the Oconomowoc Area School District pays $3,000 per camera, per year. • Audit logs reveal police searched the district’s Flock database more than 1,300 times in June, July and August 2026. OCONOMOWOC, Wis. - Police use Flock cameras, which has sparked fierce debate, but now FOX6 News has learned one Wisconsin high school is using them as well.
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