Rachelle Baillon
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Milwaukee, WI, United States
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“It’s pretty amazing:” Students donate time, energy to make prosthetic hands for kids
ST. FRANCIS — Local students are donating their time to make prosthetic hands for kids who need them. They’re helping families in need around the country — and the world. It start… → Read More
“We’ve identified the worst:” MPD to receive $300K grant to target the city’s most violent offenders
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Police Department is set to receive a nearly $300,000 grant aimed at reducing gun violence. On Thursday, January 7th, the department presented its plan for the funds to s... → Read More
Don’t risk it: MCTS “Miller Lite Free Rides,” SafeRide program can get you home safe this NYE
MILWAUKEE -- People across Milwaukee County once again have a safe and free way to ring in 2016. For the 28th year in a row, MCTS is teaming up with Miller Lite and Beer Capitol Distributing to off... → Read More
“It’s crazy:” Malls, stores, grocery stores packed as shoppers pick up last-minute Christmas items
MEQUON -- On Christmas Eve, with Christmas just hours away, Milwaukee area malls and stores were madhouses as folks scrambled to cross those last few items off their lists. The parking lot at Mequo... → Read More
Update: Vehicle taken in carjacking in Wauwatosa recovered, dog that was inside is safe
WAUWATOSA -- A Wauwatosa man's vehicle was stolen on Wednesday afternoon, December 23rd, and his dog was inside. FOX6 News learned Wednesday night the vehicle has been recovered, and the dog is saf... → Read More
$250,000 bond set for two men charged in Milwaukee "freeway shootout"
MILWAUKEE -- The two men charged in connection with a shootout that happened on the freeway system in Milwaukee County made their initial appearances in court on Wednesday morning, December 16th --... → Read More
“An historic day:” Riverside Theater has new look, after renovated marquee unveiled
MILWAUKEE -- A major renovation has been unveiled in downtown Milwaukee. The Riverside Theater has a brand new look! The Riverside Theater's new marquee was officially unveiled on Monday, December ... → Read More
Kohler Co. shows signs of a negotiation: “Everybody would like to go back to work”
SHEBOYGAN -- After weeks on the picket line, it's possible the strike by Kohler Company workers could be nearing its end. Back on November 15th, members of United Auto Workers Local 833 voted to go... → Read More
Proposed "Welcome to" sign in Kewaskum faces a road block of regulations
KEWASKUM -- Leaders in one community want to be able to "welcome" motorists who drive through their village. But they are effectively facing a road block of regulations. This entire issue is about ... → Read More
“Voices of moms are getting louder:” Moms Demand Action movement gears toward safer gun laws
MILWAUKEE -- It seems like everyone, from politicians to parents, is weighing in on Wednesday's mass shooting event in California. One local woman says the country needs to do better and she plans ... → Read More
“It’s been a breeze:” Few problems reported day before Thanksgiving; one of the busiest days for travel
MILWAUKEE -- The day before Thanksgiving is always one of the busiest travel days of the year -- with plenty hitting the road and the air en route to their Thanksgiving destinations. For those who ... → Read More
"Burning gas and not coal:" Upgrade for Valley Power Plant equals savings for customers
MILWAUKEE -- A big switch is now complete at the We Energies Valley Power Plant in Milwaukee -- and the upgrade is expected to translate into huge savings for customers. A few years ago, the Valley... → Read More
"Huge cost to the economy:" New push to increase awareness of premature birth
MILWAUKEE -- Children's Hospital of Wisconsin is joining a worldwide effort to increase awareness of premature birth and its effects on society. Madeline Zornow may look like a newborn, but she is ... → Read More
Protester sets fire to American flag, District Attorney’s Office evaluating this case for charges
MILWAUKEE -- A protester burned an American flag in the street outside the Milwaukee Theatre, as Republican presidential candidates took the stage for the fourth presidential debate on Tuesday, Nov... → Read More
Cast your vote: Help Germantown H.S. win $100,000 as students promote safe driving
GERMANTOWN -- Students at a local high school have teamed up to promote safe driving for teens -- and their efforts could win their school a $100,000 prize. Brian Feilbach helped create the 30-seco... → Read More
Dozens of trees threatened by the emerald ash borer in Germantown
GERMANTOWN -- The emerald ash borer is threatening trees in Village of Germantown. Now, officials are taking action. The village is in the process of cutting down about 150 trees along the Pilgrim ... → Read More
Drivers take note: 70 m.p.h. speed limit added to several new routes in southeast Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE -- A few more stretches of Wisconsin roadway are seeing their speed limits increase this week. This comes after some roads were already raised to 70 miles per hour over the summer. On Mon... → Read More
After criticism following third GOP debate, some hope debate in Milwaukee will focus on issues
MILWAUKEE -- After the third Republican presidential debate, which aired Wednesday night, October 28th on CNBC, the focus now shifts to Milwaukee. The Milwaukee Theatre will play host to the next R... → Read More