Town of Farmington plan commission approved zoning update that lawyer claims could overrule lawsuit against Shalom Wildlife Zoo filed by neighbors.

Ashley Kirchenberg's home for the past six years is now nothing but ash and debris after a devastating fire on Monday morning destroyed everything she owned.

An investigation is underway after a crash shut down Capitol Drive in Brookfield near Adventure Rock.

Wisconsin families will receive their November food assistance payments after a federal court ordered the Trump administration to release SNAP funding.

Catholic Memorial Boys Soccer has punched their ticket to the state tournament for the first time in more than a decade. Read more: https://www.tmj4.com/news/local-news/catholic-memorial-boys-soccer-reaches-state-tournament-for-first-time-in-over-a-decade 

Hundreds of students at New Berlin's Elmwood Elementary School explored potential future careers including becoming a future TMJ4 journalist.

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in West Bend with the official lighting of the community Christmas tree Thursday night.

The Pleasant Prairie Police Department is hiring its first full-time embedded social worker, who will respond alongside officers when someone is experiencing a mental health crisis.

After losing her vehicle in an accident, Air Force veteran Lottie McGill struggled to continue her advocacy work. Thanks to Progressive’s Keys to Progress giveaway, she’s back on the road.

The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Thursday to transfer $150,000 for emergency food assistance. Read more: https://www.tmj4.com/news/local-news/community-members-welcome-some-relief-after-milwaukee-county-supervisors-approve-150k-for-emergency-food-aid 

Western Products, a division of Douglas Dynamics, is celebrating 75 years of manufacturing snow and ice control equipment in Milwaukee.

Future Urban Leaders (FUL), a leadership development program in Milwaukee, hosted a gala to honor all the youth who have made tremendous strides over the past year.

Milwaukee Police are raising funds to honor fallen Officer Kendall Corder at National Police Week in Washington D.C. Three fundraising events are coming up.

A Milwaukee travel expert and several air passengers react to FAA's planned flight cuts at 40 airports caused by the impacts of the government shutdown.

Port Washington's new $32 million Police and Fire complex is taking shape and remains on schedule for completion by next summer.

Ariel Spillner, A 26-year-old pharmacy student who was shot and killed in Milwaukee this week is being remembered by family and friends as a bright light whose warmth touched everyone she met.

The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Thursday to transfer $150,000 for emergency food assistance.

Milwaukee police are investigating after 31-year-old Anya Raymond was found dead Wednesday with gunshot wounds. Authorities have confirmed she is related to the boy found wandering hours earlier.

A federal judge in Rhode Island on Thursday ordered the Trump Administration to fully fund nationwide SNAP benefits for the month of November. Read more: https://www.tmj4.com/politics/the-president/federal-judge-orders-trump-administration-to-fully-fund-snap-benefits-for-november 

A former Justice Department employee who threw a sandwich at a federal agent during President Donald Trump’s law enforcement surge in Washington was found not guilty of assault. More: https://www.tmj4.com/us-news/man-who-threw-sandwich-at-federal-agent-in-dc-found-not-guilty-of-assault

Marquette University's head men's basketball coach, Shaka Smart, said he would be open to recruiting Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo after the NBA player tweeted about wanting to play for the university.

Marquette head basketball coach Shaka Smart said he would be open to recruiting Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo after the NBA player tweeted about wanting to play for the university.

Abby Zwerner, a former teacher in Virginia who was shot in 2023 by her 6-year-old student, filed the lawsuit claiming negligence by the school's former assistant principal. Read more: https://www.tmj4.com/politics/guns/virginia-teacher-shot-by-6-year-old-student-in-2023-awarded-10-million

The medications will now cost between $149 and $350 a month under the deal, depending on insurance coverage or whether patients pay out of pocket. Read more at TMJ4.com: https://www.tmj4.com/politics/health-care/trump-announces-effort-to-lower-cost-and-expand-coverage-for-weight-loss-drugs

West Bend police say seven cats were found dead in a sealed plastic container in a dumpster, but one cat was still alive and taken to an emergency veterinary clinic.

Milwaukee County leaders voted Thursday to adopt a resolution to reallocate $150,000 to provide food assistance to those affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown. https://www.tmj4.com/news/milwaukee-county/milwaukee-county-leaders-to-vote-on-150-000-food-assistance-amid-federal-shutdown 

JUST IN: Longtime U.S. Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) announced Wednesday that she does not intend to seek reelection in 2026. Read more at TMJ4.com: https://www.tmj4.com/politics/congress/historic-former-house-speaker-pelosi-will-step-aside-after-next-election 

A federal court hearing is scheduled for Thursday morning for Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan, who faces charges related to allegedly helping an undocumented immigrant avoid arrest by ICE agents.

Milwaukee County leaders are scheduled to vote Thursday on the reallocation of $150,000 to provide food assistance to those affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown.

TMJ4 PRICE TRACKER: Walmart was the cheapest store this week for our basket of sample goods - by more than a full dollar! See all our interactive charts at TMJ4.com: https://www.tmj4.com/news/price-tracker

A Milwaukee-area man says Tsunami Express Car Wash has been charging him monthly fees for a subscription service he never agreed to purchase, and said the company has refused to provide a refund.

Milwaukee flood survivors have less than one week remaining to apply for federal disaster assistance following the historic August flooding that devastated homes across southeast Wisconsin.

Storm Team 4 is monitoring an active weather pattern over the next 72 hours. A frontal system brings the chance for scattered showers and an uptick in wind speeds tonight.

South side residents and politicians voice opinions on the potential future of I-794 as WisDOT discusses potential ways to address the aging infrastructure.

The CLE Panthers have the chance to head to nationals after winning the state title. But their journey represents more than just football success — it's a story of resilience through tragedy.

The massive AAUW book sale returns on Thursday to support scholarships for Racine area women. Novels, cookbooks and children's books can be found at the sale in the basement of the CVS in West Racine.

Milwaukee County supervisors will vote Thursday on a budget that could provide crucial additional funding for early intervention programs serving children with disabilities and developmental delays.

The state is investigating a substitute teacher’s license after court records say he showed up drunk to a Muskego elementary school.

Meet Leo — a joyful 6-year-old Milwaukee artist whose creativity shines even as he undergoes treatment for a rare childhood cancer. His artwork is featured on this year’s TMJ4 MACC Star ornament.

A Waukesha woman is speaking out about what she believes are unfair barriers preventing some of the NFL's oldest retired players from receiving concussion settlement funds.

A $25,000 reward is being offered for Martell Haire's arrest in the deadly Milwaukee shooting that killed 16-year-old Marquis Champion and injured two teens.

Waukesha parents are fighting to save Lowell Elementary School as the district considers closing it along with two other schools to address declining enrollment and budget deficits.

One of the largest collections of maps on earth is in Milwaukee. With about 2 million different items, the American Geographical Society Library at UW-Milwaukee is a world-renowned repository.

MATC and FAST Fund expanded their annual student resource event to serve the entire community, offering services and donations, including fresh produce.

Sheboygan residents express concerns that a proposed warehouse development by a Seattle company could become a data center despite city denials.

With federal food assistance programs facing uncertainty, Milwaukee organizations are stepping up to help families in need. Radio station Jammin' 98.3 partnered with Northcott Neighborhood House for a food drive to support local families during the holiday season.

In just over a year, Emily has captured multiple gold medals at IBJJF tournaments — including Nationals and Pan Ams — earning recognition as one of the youngest athletes in her bracket.

Pourmans on Water Street hosts Jamaica Hurricane Melissa relief fundraiser Wednesday, donating 10% of sales and collecting supplies for recovery efforts.

This morning, radio station Jammin' 98.3 partnered with Northcott Neighborhood House for a food drive to support local families during the holiday season.

Spirit Airlines will stop flying to Milwaukee, Phoenix, Rochester, New York, and St. Louis effective Jan. 8 as the carrier restructures following a bankruptcy filing in August.