# wis (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover wis. Page: Feed: --- ## [High School Football: Little Chute vs Xavier 8-21-26](https://www.whby.com/2026/08/21/high-school-football-little-chute-vs-xavier-8-21-26/) _2026-08-22 · Ashley Garvey · (WHBYAM) 1150 WHBY_ In nonconference action, Little Chute took on Xavier. Little Chute defeated Xavier 42-0. Tony Giordana and Dick Knapinski had the call. ## [Stalking suspect from Michigan arrested in Kewaskum](https://www.fox6now.com/news/stalking-suspect-michigan-arrested-kewaskum) _2026-08-22 · FOX6.News.Digital.Team@fox.com (FOX6 News Digital Team) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ Kewaskum Police Department KEWASKUM, Wis. - A man was arrested in Kewaskum after police say he was harassing and threatening a Kewaskum resident, and then drove to the village from Michigan. Investigation According to the Kewaskum Police Department, the victim had been getting repeated messages from a person she did not know through multiple social media platforms. The messages had become… ## [Measles in Wisconsin: 41 cases confirmed Friday, 7 probable](https://www.fox6now.com/news/measles-wisconsin-41-cases-confirmed-friday-7-probable) _2026-08-22 · FOX6.News.Digital.Team@fox.com (FOX6 News Digital Team) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ MADISON, Wis. - There are more confirmed measles cases in southwestern Wisconsin, according to DHS. Confirmed cases There are now a total of 41 confirmed cases and seven probable cases associated with the outbreak. Grant County: 2 confirmed cases (no change from last report) Iowa County: 35 confirmed cases and 0 probable (4 new confirmed cases) Lafayette County: 4 confirmed cases and 7 probable (1… ## [Racine County 10-year-old needs kidney donor to avoid dialysis](https://www.fox6now.com/news/racine-county-10-year-old-needs-kidney-donor-avoid-dialysis) _2026-08-21 · Ben.Hanson@fox.com (Ben Hanson) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ RACINE COUNTY, Wis. - Theo is a lively kid. "He loves playing sports," Theo’s dad, Eric Scott, said. "Whatever sport is on, that’s the one he loves playing." Even in the face of many reasons not to, Theo wears a smile. "When I’m dealing with this kidney stuff, I just want to live a normal life, act like this is not happening," Theo said. Battling kidney disease Theo has battled kidney disease his… ## [Washington County farm suffers damage from nearby tornado](https://www.fox6now.com/news/washington-county-farm-suffers-damage-nearby-tornado) _2026-08-21 · Ashley.Sears@fox.com (Ashley Sears) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ COLGATE, Wis. - A popular Washington County farm wasn't too far from where a tornado touched down Tuesday. High winds damaged crops and flattened some fields. Basse's Farms It is one of the busiest times of the year at Basse's Farms in Colgate. They've been getting ready for the Fall Festival season, but lately, it hasn't been easy. "These are the older plants. These took the hardest hit," Roger… ## [Fond du Lac man going to trial for Governor Evers threat](https://www.whby.com/2026/08/21/fond-du-lac-man-going-to-trial-for-governor-evers-threat/) _2026-08-21 · Terry Kovarik · (WHBYAM) 1150 WHBY_ (FOND DU LAC, WI) -- A Fond du Lac man accused of threatening to kill Governor Tony Evers is heading to trial. Bradley Hartmann waives his right to a ... ## [Oconomowoc pancreatic cancer survivor shares message of hope](https://www.fox6now.com/news/oconomowoc-pancreatic-cancer-survivor-shares-message-hope) _2026-08-21 · Bret.Lemoine@fox.com (Bret Lemoine) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ OCONOMOWOC, Wis. - An Oconomowoc man wants to give hope to those fighting pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer has one of the highest mortality rates of all major cancers, with only 13% making it past year five. Tom's cancer journey It was just earlier this month that Tom Massnick and his wife, Nancy, celebrated a milestone. "I wanted to reach the 50th wedding anniversary…" Massnick said. For many… ## [Wisconsin board reviews prison commutations for first time in decades](https://www.fox6now.com/news/wisconsin-board-reviews-prison-commutations-first-time-decades) _2026-08-21 · Jason.Calvi@fox.com (Jason Calvi) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ MADISON, Wis. - Some Wisconsin prisoners, including some convicted of homicide, look to have their sentences cut short. It is the first time the state has reviewed commutations in decades. The Commutation Advisory Board on Aug. 21 considered the requests of 12 prisoners, including six convicted of homicide. The last Wisconsin governor to issue commutations was Governor Tommy Thompson. Governor… ## [Trial set for Appleton man in casino parking lot shooting](https://www.whby.com/2026/08/21/trial-set-for-appleton-man-in-casino-parking-lot-shooting/) _2026-08-21 · Terry Kovarik · (WHBYAM) 1150 WHBY_ (ONEIDA, WI) -- A January 11th trial date is set for an Appleton man accused of shooting his brother. Long Thao is charged in Brown County Court with ... ## [Winnebago County approves 12-month limited data center moratorium (AUDIO)](https://www.whby.com/2026/08/21/winnebago-county-approves-12-month-limited-data-center-moratorium/) _2026-08-21 · Terry Kovarik · (WHBYAM) 1150 WHBY_ (OSHKOSH, WI) -- The Winnebago County Board approves a 12-month moratorium on the development of data centers in towns where it controls zoning. Super... ## [Daily plans, scheduled by AI (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Yd2DioPnoodT) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ AI-made daily plans that schedule tasks and protect focus time. ## [Milwaukee fatal road rage shooting, woman criminally charged](https://www.fox6now.com/news/milwaukee-road-rage-shooting-woman-criminally-charged) _2026-08-21 · Sam.Kraemer@fox.com (Sam Kraemer) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ MILWAUKEE - The woman accused of shooting and killing a Milwaukee mother during a road rage incident Monday is now charged. Milwaukee County prosecutors charged Mariah Ruiz, 18, with first-degree reckless homicide by use of a dangerous weapon for the shooting death of 44-year-old Minerva Hernandez-Lopez near 10th and Lapham. Mariah Ruiz Road rage shooting Shortly after 3 p.m. Monday, court filings… ## [New Berlin mayor addresses anti-Muslim social media posts](https://www.fox6now.com/news/new-berlin-mayor-addresses-anti-muslim-social-media-posts) _2026-08-21 · Bret.Lemoine@fox.com (Bret Lemoine) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ Mayor Dave Ament NEW BERLIN, Wis. - New Berlin Mayor Dave Ament is responding to criticism of some personal social media posts. Mayor Dave Ament statement On Friday, Aug. 21, Ament released this statement to FOX6 News: "I have been made aware of comments that have been expressed regarding posts on my private Facebook page. Let me begin by saying that what is on my personal Facebook page does not… ## [Menasha Corp. donates $1 million for tornado recovery](https://www.whby.com/2026/08/21/menasha-corp-donates-1-million-for-tornado-recovery/) _2026-08-21 · Terry Kovarik · (WHBYAM) 1150 WHBY_ (MENASHA, WI) -- Menasha Corporation announces a $1,000,000 donation over the next two years to aid tornado recovery efforts. Menasha Corporation is i... ## [Milwaukee drug deal, fatal shooting; 2 men sentenced to prison](https://www.fox6now.com/news/milwaukee-drug-deal-fatal-shooting-2-men-sentenced-prison) _2026-08-21 · FOX6.News.Digital.Team@fox.com (FOX6 News Digital Team) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ MILWAUKEE - Two men, both convicted of felony murder in what prosecutors described as a drug-deal-turned-setup that left Cory Fritz dead, were both sentenced to prison on Thursday, Aug. 20. The Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office charged Gregory Hamilton, 45, with felony murder—armed robbery, as party to a crime. A jury found Hamilton guilty on Aug. 13, the fourth day of the trial, after… ## [Free school supplies, essentials available to Menasha families before school starts](https://www.whby.com/2026/08/21/185358/) _2026-08-21 · Hayley Tenpas · (WHBYAM) 1150 WHBY_ MENASHA, Wis. -- Students in the Menasha Joint School District will have an opportunity to access free school supplies and other essential items befor... ## [Coon Creek Watershed event highlights research, practices that promote healthy soil and water infiltration](https://vernonreporter.com/coon-creek-watershed-event-highlights-research-practices-that-promote-healthy-soil-and-water-infiltration/) _2026-08-21 · Tim Hundt · VernonReporter_ Aug. 21, 2026 COON VALLEY, Wis. – More than 30 people recently gathered at the Munsch Farm for a full evening featuring graziers and other grazing professionals from across the region. The event hosted by the Coon Creek Community Watershed Council brought community members together to discuss how managed grazing can improve soil health and \[…\] ## [Viroqua Common Council sends old City Hall park design back to committee over safety concerns](https://vernonreporter.com/viroqua-common-council-sends-old-city-hall-park-design-back-to-committee-over-safety-concerns/) _2026-08-21 · Tim Hundt · VernonReporter_ Aug. 21, 2026 By Tim Hundt VIROQUA Wis. – The Viroqua Common Council voted Tuesday, Aug. 18 to send a proposed public green space design for the old City Hall site back to the Public Safety Committee for a thorough review after council members and residents raised pedestrian safety concerns. The decision to pause the \[…\] ## [Trump announces plan to lower beef prices, but ranchers and some Republicans are already balking](https://vernonreporter.com/trump-announces-plan-to-lower-beef-prices-but-ranchers-and-some-republicans-are-already-balking/) _2026-08-21 · Tim Hundt · VernonReporter_ Aug. 21, 2026 By SEUNG MIN KIM and JESSE BEDAYN Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump announced Friday that his administration will allow more beef to be temporarily imported into the U.S. without triggering higher tariffs, as he remains under pressure to cut costs and address affordability issues ahead of November’s midterms. Beef \[…\] ## [Wisconsin weather: Severe storm potential Friday afternoon](https://www.fox6now.com/weather/wisconsin-weather-severe-storm-potential-friday-afternoon) _2026-08-21 · Stephanie.Barichello@fox.com (Stephanie Barichello) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ MILWAUKEE - An incoming cold front will bring another chance for thunderstorms across southeast Wisconsin late Friday afternoon into the evening. Despite the morning rain, a few storms could still become severe, especially if clouds break and allow for some sunshine. That would boost temperatures and dew points ahead of the front, providing more energy for storms. If clouds remain in place,… ## [VIDEO: ‘Survival mode’: Indiana residents endure a ninth day without power](https://vernonreporter.com/video-survival-mode-indiana-residents-endure-a-ninth-day-without-power/) _2026-08-21 · Tim Hundt · VernonReporter_ Aug. 21, 2026 By LAURA BARGFELD, R.J. RICO and ED WHITE Associated Press GARY, Ind. (AP) — Tens of thousands of residents in northwest Indiana were in survival mode Thursday as they endured a ninth day without power, throwing out spoiled food, lining up for hot meals and searching for places to charge their phones. \[…\] [Listen](https://videos.files.wordpress.com/GuhO08FK/indiana-storms.mp4) ## [Marketplace for AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/7SzotzLwVxjc) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Find professionals who use ChatGPT, Copilot, and Claude to deliver work faster. ## [2 US Army Corps of Engineers workers among 8 killed in small plane crash in Alaska near radar site](https://vernonreporter.com/2-us-army-corps-of-engineers-workers-among-8-killed-in-small-plane-crash-in-alaska-near-radar-site/) _2026-08-21 · Tim Hundt · VernonReporter_ By BECKY BOHRER and JOSH FUNK Associated Press JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Two U.S. Army Corps of Engineers employees were among eight people killed when a small plane crashed in foggy weather near a remote military radar site on the southwestern coast of Alaska. The two pilots and six passengers who died in the crash \[…\] ## [Motorcyclist dies after Winnebago County crash](https://www.whby.com/2026/08/21/motorcyclist-dies-after-winnebago-county-crash/) _2026-08-21 · Landen Moore · (WHBYAM) 1150 WHBY_ TOWN OF CLAYTON, Wis. -- A motorcyclist is dead following a crash in Winnebago County. Sheriff's deputies were called to County Trunk II near Oakwood ... ## [Fond du Lac man, 71, arrested for 5th OWI offense after traffic stop](https://www.fox6now.com/news/fond-du-lac-county-man-arrested-owi-5th-offense) _2026-08-21 · FOX6.News.Digital.Team@fox.com (FOX6 News Digital Team) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ FOND DU LAC COUNTY, Wis. - A 71-year-old Fond du Lac man was arrested by the Wisconsin State Patrol for operating a motor vehicle under the influence, fifth offense. According to the Wisconsin State Patrol, around 2:40 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 21, a trooper stopped a vehicle after a registration check revealed the registered owner had a suspended driver's license. During the stop, the trooper observed… ## [What's On...Milwaukee? Now open on the East Side!](https://www.fox6now.com/news/whats-on-milwaukee-now-open-east-side) _2026-08-21 · Fox6.Digital.News.Team@fox.com (Fox6 Digital News Team) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ MILWAUKEE - OnMilwaukee Molly Snyder highlights three new businesses on Milwaukee's East Side. Featured Spots: Star Bar Jalisco’s Cocina y Bar Waxwing ## ['Coyote vs. Acme'; Gino at the Movies](https://www.fox6now.com/news/coyote-vs-acme-gino-movies) _2026-08-21 · Gino.Salomone@fox.com (Gino Salomone) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ MILWAUKEE - After their products fail him one too many times, Wile E. Coyote takes Acme Corporation to court. 'Coyote vs. Acme' comes to theaters August 28. Gino Salomone talks with Lana Condor and Will Forte about the film. ## [Milwaukee Bucks schedule drop; Key matchups & dates at Fiserv Forum](https://www.fox6now.com/news/milwaukee-bucks-schedule-drop-key-matchups-dates-fiserv-forum) _2026-08-21 · Fox6.Digital.News.Team@fox.com (Fox6 Digital News Team) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ MILWAUKEE - Josh Glessing, President of the Milwaukee Bucks and Fiserv Forum, shares what we can look forward to during the 2026-27 Bucks season . ## [US Labor Department cites Wisconsin manufacturer after 3 deaths](https://www.fox6now.com/news/us-labor-department-finds-wisconsin) _2026-08-21 · FOX6.News.Digital.Team@fox.com (FOX6 News Digital Team) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 30: A sign is displayed at the U.S. Department of Labor Frances Perkins Building on May 30, 2026 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Kevin Carter/Getty Images) JANESVILLE, Wis. - The U.S. Department of Labor cited a Wisconsin food manufacturer after two industrial kettle accidents involving hot steam and liquid left three workers dead and two injured. Incident at NaturPak | Feb. 12,… ## [Future Forecaster: Meet 12-year-old Kiersten](https://www.fox6now.com/news/future-forecaster-meet-12-year-old-kiersten) _2026-08-21 · FOX6.News.Digital.Team@fox.com (FOX6 News Digital Team) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ MILWAUKEE - She wanted to be a Future Forecaster -- and that's exactly what FOX6 WakeUp News is helping her accomplish. Meet 12-year-old Kiersten - our latest Future Forecaster. FOX6 and Meteorologist Rob Haswell are looking for some smart, fun, outgoing and weather-loving kids to help with the weather forecasts Friday mornings on FOX6 WakeUp News. If you have a 6 to 12-year-old child who is into… ## [Milwaukee shooting Friday; 1 wounded near 23rd and Michigan](https://www.fox6now.com/news/milwaukee-shootings-friday-082126) _2026-08-21 · FOX6.News.Digital.Team@fox.com (FOX6 News Digital Team) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ 23rd and Michigan. Milwaukee MILWAUKEE - A shooting in Milwaukee on Friday, Aug. 21 left one person wounded. 23rd and Michigan According to the Milwaukee Police Department, a 19-year-old was shot around 12:10 a.m. near 23rd and Michigan. The victim was treated for those injuries at a local hospital. The circumstances leading up to the shooting are under investigation. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking… ## [Milwaukee Weather: Storm chances continue Friday](https://www.fox6now.com/weather/milwaukee-weather-forecast-today-082126) _2026-08-21 · FOX6.News.Digital.Team@fox.com (FOX6 News Digital Team) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ MILWAUKEE - Forecast from FOX6 Meteorologist Stephanie Barichello Drying out for a few hours this afternoon, then scattered thunderstorms will develop along an incoming cold front. There is a chance storms are strong to even severe, especially if SE WI sees sunshine and warming temperatures. Damaging winds, large hail and an isolated tornado are all possible. Most of Saturday will remain dry with… ## [Stream Torrents and IPTV Instantly (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/OiQrX79V3Ni8) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Search, index, and play music, movies, books, and live TV in your browser. ## [Critically missing 66-year-old man found safe: Milwaukee police](https://www.fox6now.com/news/milwaukee-police-seek-critically-missing-man-082026) _2026-08-21 · FOX6.News.Digital.Team@fox.com (FOX6 News Digital Team) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ MILWAUKEE - UPDATE: Milwaukee police say 66-year-old Ronald Worley was found safe. The original missing persons notice is available below. Milwaukee police are asking for help in finding a critically missing 66-year-old man, Ronald Worley. Missing person description According to the Milwaukee Police Department, Worley was last seen near 12th and Kilbourn at around 2 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20. FREE… ## [Americans hide money struggles, seek better bank advice: study](https://www.fox6now.com/news/american-personal-finances-money-survey) _2026-08-21 · Bret.Lemoine@fox.com (Bret Lemoine) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ OCONOMOWOC, Wis. - Are you being honest with yourself about personal finances? Does what you put on social media really reflect what you can afford? A new survey blows the lid off the lies some of us tell ourselves and others about money. ‘The Secret Financial Lives of Americans’ Ben Zeidler and Gunny Scarfo co-founded the New York-based research company Nonfiction . Their report, "The Secret… ## [Appleton boat crash victim identified](https://www.whby.com/2026/08/20/appleton-boat-crash-victim-identified/) _2026-08-20 · Terry Kovarik · (WHBYAM) 1150 WHBY_ (KEWAUNEE, WI) -- The Kewaunee Police Department identifies an Appleton man killed Monday in a boating accident. Police say 81-year-old Jimmie Brooks ... ## [Town of Somers animal mistreatment case, woman faces 15 charges](https://www.fox6now.com/news/town-somers-animal-mistreatment-case-woman-faces-15-charges) _2026-08-20 · Ben.Hanson@fox.com (Ben Hanson) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ TOWN OF SOMERS, Wis. - They found the inside of the house covered in moldy feces, maggots, and trash. That is the environment police say a Town of Somers woman kept her pets in. Hazardous conditions According to a criminal complaint, when a welfare check last Friday brought an officer and a crisis team member to the house near the intersection of 7th and 13th Street, the conditions were described… ## [Rare coming together of political reps at transmission line town hall](https://vernonreporter.com/rare-coming-together-of-political-representatives-at-transmission-line-town-hall-to-answer-questions/) _2026-08-20 · Tim Hundt · VernonReporter_ Aug. 20, 2026 DE SOTO, Wis. — An unusual thing happened on the stage of a packed Retreat Sportsmans Club on Monday evening where five political leaders spanning different ideologies joined local residents to answer questions about a proposed high voltage transmission corridor through the Driftless Area. The proposed infrastructure project consists of the MariBell \[…\] ## [Brookfield North Shore Bank robbery, police seek suspect](https://www.fox6now.com/news/brookfield-north-shore-bank-robbery-police-seek-suspect) _2026-08-20 · Nick.Beversdorf@fox.com (Nick Beversdorf) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ Scene outside North Shore Bank BROOKFIELD, Wis. - Brookfield police are looking for the person wanted in connection to a bank robbery that happened on Thursday afternoon, Aug. 20. Incident details According to the Brookfield Police Department, just after 2:30 p.m. police responded to the North Shore Bank on Capitol Drive for a bank robbery. Investigators are working to identify and find the… ## [Wisconsin E. coli, Salmonella outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts](https://www.fox6now.com/news/wisconsin-ecoli-salmonella-cases-alfalfa-sprouts) _2026-08-20 · Anthony.Mandella@fox.com (Anthony Mandella) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ MILWAUKEE - The Wisconsin Department of Health Services said 17 people have been sickened, one of them hospitalized, due to E. coli and/or Salmonella from alfalfa sprouts that have been linked to a multistate outbreak. The DHS said the cases were identified in people who ate alfalfa sprouts from Everything Sprouts, sold under the Calco and Everything Sprouts brands. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking… ## [Passenger train upgrades heading to Wisconsin, neighboring states](https://vernonreporter.com/passenger-train-upgrades-heading-to-wisconsin-neighboring-states/) _2026-08-20 · Tim Hundt · VernonReporter_ By Erik Gunn – August 20, 2026 Wisconsin rail service to Chicago and the Pacific Northwest will share in a $140 million upgrade from the federal government. The investment, awarded by the Federal Railroad Administration, will be used to overhaul 41 passenger locomotives that pull trains on the popular Hiawatha route connecting Milwaukee and Chicago \[…\] ## [Trump administration blocking billions of dollars of grants that could fix the grid](https://vernonreporter.com/trump-is-blocking-billions-of-dollars-of-grants-that-would-fix-the-grid/) _2026-08-20 · Tim Hundt · VernonReporter_ Aug. 20, 2026 by Jeff St. John / Canary Media The Department of Energy has canceled or stalled funding for thousands of projects that would improve the country’s stressed grid — and not just in blue states. In Wisconsin, utility Alliant Energy has called off a project meant to reduce power outages in disadvantaged and tribal \[…\] ## [Veteran linebacker Zaire Franklin bringing an emotional edge to Packers defense](https://vernonreporter.com/veteran-linebacker-zaire-franklin-bringing-an-emotional-edge-to-packers-defense/) _2026-08-20 · Tim Hundt · VernonReporter_ Aug. 20, 2026 By STEVE MEGARGEE AP Sports Writer GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Zaire Franklin’s involvement in the first scuffle of Green Bay’s training camp this week came as no surprise to his new Packers teammates. Franklin earned a reputation for his ability to irritate opponents while making the transition from seventh-round draft pick \[…\] ## [Wisconsin tornado count hits second-highest yearly total on record](https://www.fox6now.com/weather/wisconsin-tornad-county-second-highest-year) _2026-08-20 · Stephanie.Barichello@fox.com (Stephanie Barichello) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ MILWAUKEE - A confirmed tornado Tuesday night brought Wisconsin’s yearly total to 47, more than double the annual average of 23. Wisconsin tornadoes That makes 2026 the second-highest tornado year on record in Wisconsin, with records dating back to 1950. For comparison, Wisconsin recorded 45 tornadoes in all of 2024. The state record is 62 tornadoes, set in 2005. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news… ## [Brewers’ Pat Murphy doesn’t think his team has played great. Milwaukee’s record suggests otherwise](https://vernonreporter.com/brewers-pat-murphy-doesnt-think-his-team-has-played-great-milwaukees-record-suggests-otherwise/) _2026-08-20 · Tim Hundt · VernonReporter_ Aug. 20, 2026 By STEVE MEGARGEE AP Sports Writer MILWAUKEE (AP) — Pat Murphy doesn’t sound like the manager of a team with the best record in the major leagues as he discusses what the Milwaukee Brewers have accomplished thus far. “I don’t think we’ve played great,” the two-time reigning NL manager of the year \[…\] ## [US has sent deportees to many African countries, the latest one being Liberia. Here’s why](https://vernonreporter.com/us-has-sent-deportees-to-many-african-countries-the-latest-one-being-liberia-heres-why/) _2026-08-20 · Tim Hundt · VernonReporter_ Aug. 20, 2026 By MARK BANCHEREAU Associated Press DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — Twenty migrants deported from the United States arrived in Liberia on Thursday, the first group of an eventual 1,200 deportees that the West African country says it will receive from the U.S. under a new deal. Under a series of often-secret agreements, the \[…\] ## [Kenosha County pursuits; 3 arrested, multiple felony charges referred](https://www.fox6now.com/news/kenosha-county-pursuits-3-arrested-multiple-felony-charges-referred) _2026-08-20 · Nick.Beversdorf@fox.com (Nick Beversdorf) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ Left to right: Ace Frank, Cody Frank, Sable Russell KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. - On Wednesday, Aug. 19, Kenosha County Sheriff's deputies and detectives attempted to detain wanted suspects in Somers, which led to two police chases. All three suspects were eventually arrested on a range of felony drug charges. Dual pursuits According to the Kenosha County Sheriff's Office, on Wednesday morning,… ## [Why Treasury Secretary Bessent’s moves to calm the bond market haven’t worked so far](https://vernonreporter.com/why-treasury-secretary-bessents-moves-to-calm-the-bond-market-havent-worked-so-far/) _2026-08-20 · Tim Hundt · VernonReporter_ Aug. 20, 2026 By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER and STAN CHOE AP Business Writers WASHINGTON (AP) — Interest rates rebounded Thursday despite efforts by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to put a lid on longer-term borrowing costs, a sign Wall Street investors remain worried about burgeoning government debt, heavy borrowing by tech firms, and the Federal Reserve’s commitment \[…\] ## [The bond market swings back to worries and knocks US stocks lower](https://vernonreporter.com/the-bond-market-swings-back-to-worries-and-knocks-us-stocks-lower/) _2026-08-20 · Tim Hundt · VernonReporter_ Aug. 20, 2026 By STAN CHOE AP Business Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The relief that swept the bond market just a day before is disappearing on Thursday as oil prices, worries about high inflation and the U.S. government’s debt keep rising. That helped knock the U.S. stock market lower, and Walmart led the way \[…\] ## [Milwaukee County Zoo's 'A la Carte' event kicks off 40th anniversary celebration](https://www.fox6now.com/news/milwaukee-county-zoo-a-la-carte-40th-anniversary) _2026-08-20 · Maureen.Breslin@fox.com (Maureen Breslin) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ MILWAUKEE - The 40th annual "A La Carte at the Zoo" kicks off at the Milwaukee County Zoo on Thursday, Aug. 20, running until Sunday, Aug. 23. The event will include local restaurant options, live music, and other activities to enjoy while browsing the zoo's exhibits. Food and drink offerings Over 30 local restaurants will be offering food and beverages at the "A la Carte" event. Some new… ## [St. Francis fatal crash Thursday; 2 dead](https://www.fox6now.com/news/st-francis-fatal-crash-thursday-2-dead) _2026-08-20 · Nick.Beversdorf@fox.com (Nick Beversdorf) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ ST. FRANCIS, Wis. - Two people were killed in a crash in St. Francis on Thursday morning, Aug. 20. Crash details According to the St. Francis Police Department, at about 7:21 a.m., police and fire responded to South Lake Drive near the Mary Mother near the FBI building for a report of a crash involving a vehicle and a tree. A preliminary investigation indicates a 68-year-old St. Francis man was… ## [Waukesha gas station armed robbery, suspect sought](https://www.fox6now.com/news/waukesha-armed-robbery-delafield-summit) _2026-08-20 · FOX6.News.Digital.Team@fox.com (FOX6 News Digital Team) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ WAUKESHA, Wis. - Waukesha police are looking for a suspect after a gas station convenience store was robbed at gunpoint early Thursday morning, Aug. 20. It happened near Delafield and Summit just after 12:40 a.m. Investigators said the employee was working alone when the suspect came inside with a gun and demanded money. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS… ## [Celebrating National Tooth Fairy Day with Community Smiles Dental](https://www.fox6now.com/news/celebrating-national-tooth-fairy-day-community-smiles-dental) _2026-08-20 · Fox6.Digital.News.Team@fox.com (Fox6 Digital News Team) · Latest News from FOX6 News Milwaukee - WITI_ MILWAUKEE - Community Smiles Dental CEO Scott Marshall and the Tooth Fairy share how Community Smiles Dentistry helps children and families in our area — and how you can help make an impact .